Name: 3rd Edition US- Ghana Business Summit & Expo
Start: 2025-02-16T14:00+00:00
End: 2025-02-22T22:00+00:00
Location: Alter Hall

Group departure from Philadelphia to Lancaster

04:00 PM - 05:30 PM

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Hotel Check-in at the Holiday Inn

06:00 PM - 06:30 PM

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Social Hour at Holiday Inn – Welcome from Local Hosts

07:00 PM - 09:00 AM

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Breakfast at the Holiday Inn

07:30 AM - 08:00 AMHOLIDAY INN HOTEL LANCASTER

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Perfecting Your Business Pitch

07:30 AM - 09:00 AMHoliday Inn, 26 E Chestnut Street, Lancaster

Perfecting Your Business Pitch – For Funding/ Networking

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Departure for Tanger Outlets Mall

10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

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Shopping and Lunch at Tanger Outlets

10:30 AM - 01:00 PM

Tanger Stores Open at 10am

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Departure for Kitchen Kettle Village

01:00 PM - 01:25 PM

(~1:25pm arrival)

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Kitchen Kettle Village Tour

01:30 PM - 03:30 PM

This includes a ½ hr tour with the CEO

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Departure for Holiday Inn

03:30 PM - 04:00 PM

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Walking tour of Historic Downtown Lancaster

04:00 PM - 05:30 PM

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Dinner and Shopping at Lancaster Outlets

06:00 PM - 07:00 PM

· Drop off at The Shops at Rockvale (https://www.shoprockvale.com/) Dinner on your own in Downtown Lancaster/Free time

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Breakfast at Holiday Inn

07:30 AM - 08:15 AM

· This hotel does have on-site restaurant to enjoy during your stay. Room service is also available if people prefer meals from the comfort of your room.

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Welcome at Ware Center

08:15 AM - 08:30 AM42 N Prince St, Lancaster PA 17603

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Business Meetings at the Ware Center

08:30 AM - 09:00 AM

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Discover Lancaster guest speaker Mayor of Lancaster Keynote Address by Minister of Tourism/Creative Arts Ghana

09:00 AM - 09:30 AM

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US-Ghana Renewable Energy Opportunities Panel

09:30 AM - 10:30 AMWare Center, 42 N Prince Street, Lancaster PA, 17603

Speakers

Tracey Woods, CEO Chizedek LLC

Camille Moore. AABE

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PA State Government (Nic Cervantes is leading this panel)

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Business Tour 3

01:30 PM - 03:30 PM

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KEYNOTE ADDRESS BY GHANA MINISTER OF ENERGY & GREEN TRANSITION - HON. JOHN JINAPOR

02:00 PM - 02:30 PMWARE CENTER

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US-GHANA RENEWABLE ENERGY OPPORTUNITIES

02:30 PM - 03:30 PMWare Center Lancaster

Tracey Woods, CEO at ML Chizedek, LLC, and Camille Moore, Senior Vice President of External Affairs at the American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE)

Ghana aims to provide 10% of its electricity from renewable resources in the near future. The nation has abundant biomass, hydropower, wind, and solar resources to power this expansion. Ghana is also seeking to utilize nuclear power to expand its electricity generation portfolio, with a plan that has been approved by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The workshop will provide the latest information on the state of these clean energy technologies, discuss potential goal-attainment opportunities, and lay the foundation for post-event collaboration

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Departure for Philadelphia

04:00 PM - 05:30 AM

(~5:30 pm arrival

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Opening Plenary Session/Keynote Address

09:00 AM - 11:00 AMAlter Hall 1801 Liacouras Walk, Philadelphia PA

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Export Readiness Roundtable – Hosted by US- Commercial Service

11:00 AM - 01:00 PMAlter Hall 1801 Liacouras Walk, Philadelphia PA

Mr. Antonio Ceballos – Director US Commercial Service

Panelist

Mr Thomas Young – President World Trade Center Philadelphia

Mr. Bill Pearce- Widener SBDC International trade Specialist and Business Consultant

Regina Gordin -Director Exim Bank, Eastern Region

Mr. Rob Gorza – SBA Lead Economic Development Specialist

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Working Lunch – Fireside Chat with Successful US Exporter – Host Antonio Ceballos – Director US Commercial Service

01:00 PM - 02:00 PM

Guests
Mr Devon Mitchell – CEO of DSN Energy

Mr. Michael Brockert – Managing Partner Kango Express Inc.

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Strategies for Capacity Building and Scaling Up – Tralance O Addy– Co- Founder & CEO Yaro Capital

02:00 PM - 03:00 PM

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Ghana Free Zones Board Presentation – Hosted by– CEO Ghana Free Zones Board

03:00 PM - 04:00 PM

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REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT, FINANCE, AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

04:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Thurmon Cohen, Real Estate Professional, TCAI Realty Solutions, LLC

This session will share the basic real estate elements of financing, renting vs. leasing, project planning for growth and long-term income, and acquisition strategies including MLS, probate, and We Buy Houses. Being prepared for unexpected risks will also be addressed.

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B2B Scheduled Meetings

05:00 PM - 06:00 PM

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Networking Reception

07:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Downtown Philadelphia

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Plenary Meeting

09:00 AM - 10:00 AMAlter Hall 1801 Liacouras Walk, Philadelphia PA

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Business Roundtable – Immigration Hoste. d by World Affairs Council

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Scheduled B2B meetings

12:00 PM - 01:00 PM

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KEYNOTE ADDRESS- GHANA MINISTER. OF TRADE, INDUSTRY & AGRIBUSINESS

01:30 PM - 02:00 PMALTER HALL PHILADELPHIA

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Trade and Business Roundtable – Hosted by World Trade Center.

02:00 PM - 03:00 PM

Keynote Address by Ghana Minister of Trade Industry and AgriBusiness – Hon Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare

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Artificial Intelligence - Damon P. Anderson, Manager of DP Anderson Consulting, specializing in ideation, problem-solving frameworks, innovation platforms, and social media marketing.

03:00 PM - 04:00 PM

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming business by streamlining processes, enhancing decision-making, and improving customer engagement. This session will demystify AI, explore real-world applications, and provide practical insights for adoption. Attendees will learn about essential AI tools like prompt engineering and automation to enhance productivity and efficiency. Through case studies and discussions, participants will gain a clear understanding of AI’s impact and actionable steps to consider when implementing AI-driven solutions.

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Site Visit to Africa Town

04:00 PM - 05:00 PM

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Free time

06:30 PM - 09:30 PM

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Plenary

10:00 AM - 10:30 AMCenter for Anti Racism, Mazur Hall, Polet Walk 1st Level, Philadelphia PA 19122

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Keynote by Ministry of Food & Agriculture Ghana – Hon. Eric Opoku

10:30 AM - 11:00 AMMazur Hall, Polett Walk 1st Level, Philadelphia PA 19122

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Agriculture Round Table

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Scheduled B2B meetings

12:00 PM - 01:00 PM

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Partnering and Investment Opportunities Presentation by Ghana Ports and Harbors Authority

01:00 PM - 02:00 PM

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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AND TALENT ACQUISITION

03:00 PM - 05:00 PMCenter for Anti-Racism, Mazur Hall, Polett Walk 1st Level, Philadelphia PA 19122

Jonah Cooper, Jr., President, Jonah Cooper Jr LLC and Ebony Bell, Senior Director, Business Development, The ActOne Group Streamlining recruitment and hiring processes to align with strategic business goals is essential in today's ever-evolving workforce landscape. The workshop will share the importance of bridging workforce development and talent acquisition toward gainful employment by delivering innovative solutions that address the evolving needs of employers and job seekers. Improving hiring cycles and reducing employee turnover saves the time and expense of replacement costs.

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African Diaspora Dialogues Presented by F.I.R.E

03:00 PM - 06:00 PM230 S Broad St, 17th Floor, Philadelphia PA

The scope of the event is to connect the millennials and the diaspora by providing information and encouraging more interest in traveling, investing, and cultural networking with the people in Ghana. We will have speakers and panels providing education about the various business and entrepreneurship taking place in Ghana and how one can be a part of the movement. “Ghana to the Moon” is a movement the team started in 2022 to highlight and showcase that amazing talent Ghana has to offer, creating employment opportunities and economic development through our business and technology conferences, events and activations throughout the country. This will be a night of networking, resource sharing, music and dance entertainment. This layout and schedule aim to provide a comprehensive and engaging experience for all participants, facilitating valuable connections and insights within the Ghanaian business community

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US GHANA Chamber of Commerce Anniversary Fundraising Mixer for Sickle Cell Disease

06:00 PM - 09:00 PM230 S Broad St, 17th Floor, Philadelphia PA

Fundraiser Benefiting Sickle Cell Screening and Treatment

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DEPARTURES

11:00 PM - 11:40 PM

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Sessions

Sessions on Feb 16, 2025

Group departure from Philadelphia to Lancaster

Hotel Check-in at the Holiday Inn

Social Hour at Holiday Inn – Welcome from Local Hosts

Sessions on Feb 17, 2025

Breakfast at the Holiday Inn

Perfecting Your Business Pitch

Departure for Tanger Outlets Mall

Shopping and Lunch at Tanger Outlets

Departure for Kitchen Kettle Village

Kitchen Kettle Village Tour

Departure for Holiday Inn

Walking tour of Historic Downtown Lancaster

Dinner and Shopping at Lancaster Outlets

Sessions on Feb 18, 2025

Breakfast at Holiday Inn

Welcome at Ware Center

Business Meetings at the Ware Center

Discover Lancaster guest speaker Mayor of Lancaster Keynote Address by Minister of Tourism/Creative Arts Ghana

US-Ghana Renewable Energy Opportunities Panel

PA State Government (Nic Cervantes is leading this panel)

Business Tour 3

KEYNOTE ADDRESS BY GHANA MINISTER OF ENERGY & GREEN TRANSITION - HON. JOHN JINAPOR

US-GHANA RENEWABLE ENERGY OPPORTUNITIES

Departure for Philadelphia

Sessions on Feb 19, 2025

Opening Plenary Session/Keynote Address

Export Readiness Roundtable – Hosted by US- Commercial Service

Working Lunch – Fireside Chat with Successful US Exporter – Host Antonio Ceballos – Director US Commercial Service

Strategies for Capacity Building and Scaling Up – Tralance O Addy– Co- Founder & CEO Yaro Capital

Ghana Free Zones Board Presentation – Hosted by– CEO Ghana Free Zones Board

REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT, FINANCE, AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

B2B Scheduled Meetings

Networking Reception

Sessions on Feb 20, 2025

Plenary Meeting

Business Roundtable – Immigration Hoste. d by World Affairs Council

Scheduled B2B meetings

KEYNOTE ADDRESS- GHANA MINISTER. OF TRADE, INDUSTRY & AGRIBUSINESS

Trade and Business Roundtable – Hosted by World Trade Center.

Artificial Intelligence - Damon P. Anderson, Manager of DP Anderson Consulting, specializing in ideation, problem-solving frameworks, innovation platforms, and social media marketing.

Site Visit to Africa Town

Free time

Sessions on Feb 21, 2025

Plenary

Keynote by Ministry of Food & Agriculture Ghana – Hon. Eric Opoku

Agriculture Round Table

Scheduled B2B meetings

Partnering and Investment Opportunities Presentation by Ghana Ports and Harbors Authority

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AND TALENT ACQUISITION

Sessions on Feb 22, 2025

African Diaspora Dialogues Presented by F.I.R.E

US GHANA Chamber of Commerce Anniversary Fundraising Mixer for Sickle Cell Disease

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