CEO Africa Roundtable’s Post

In the recent edition, CEO Spotlight South Africa's Most Influential CEOs to Know, The CIO World Magazine gladly features David Morris, CEO, CBRE Excellerate, along with other remarkable CEOs who have contributed to the transformation in business landscape. Read More: https://cutt.ly/Kw3d89fE #realestateinvesting #realestatebusiness #realestateadvice #realestatetips #businessinvestment #realestateinvestment #businessmagazine #businesssuccess #thecioworld

Talent in Africa for Africans by Africans…in the context of our geopolitical realities in the continent…a Threat or an Opportunity? Read more in this year’s #AfricaCEOOutlook report in the link below ⬇️ #kpmgproud

On April 23rd we launched the very first Advisory Board for the Middle East and Africa.  We hosted 21 Top CEOs leading some of the biggest global MEA players. The theme for this meeting was “Next Frontiers of Technology” WHY As part of MEA 2024 Plan, we decided to double down on our Exec Community with 2 main objectives:  (1) from MEA to the World: Bring together the most influential leaders of the region and create opportunities for our global leaders to learn from them as MEA becomes a strategic region for the company (2) from Meta to MEA, beyond re-enforcing already rock solid relationships with our CEO to facilitate our growth, we also felt the importance of creating this forum to discuss some of the questions and concerns  that the recent regional and global events have created. LEARNINGS & NEXT STEPS The Advisory Board members emphasized the significance of this community in fostering connections, inspiration, and feedback. We appreciate their input, which pushes us to improve and offer valuable perspectives on our business and the industry as a whole. We are now looking forward to our next meeting. More to come!

Gain fresh perspectives and strategic insights on global business trends at the GHANA CEO SUMMIT! Empowering Ghanaian business leaders to elevate their organizations for years. Engage with industry leaders and investors for valuable networking opportunities. Learn from world-class consultants and experts to navigate your company's challenges effectively. Don't miss out on this transformative opportunity! #GhanaCEOSummit #BusinessLeadership

Attending the Top50 Most Influential Business Leaders event! It is great to engage with like-minded individuals and discuss how we can create purpose-driven enterprises in Africa. Let's shift our focus to economic growth and continue driving positive change in the region. #Top50Leaders #PurposeDrivenEnterprises #EconomicGrowth #Africa

🚀The MENA Chapter of #EvolveByMeritto is as grand as it gets! Learn all about this exclusive meetup of education leaders, decision-makers, and experts from across the MENA region here: https://lnkd.in/gC-89eUZ #CGI #EnrollmentGrowth #MerittoInDubai #MeetMeritto

The Extraordinary End-of-Year Boardroom meeting is about to begin. Known for its high-level value, Boardroom by EMIR is typically an invitation-only, closed forum exclusively for high-performing leaders who meet EMIR’s rigorous selection criteria. However, once a year, today, we lift these barriers for this single, special session where we welcome colleagues of all levels within our members’ organisations, waiving our usual seniority requirements. This unique gathering opens the door to a cross-pollination of ideas, creating a one-of-a-kind environment where perspectives from emerging leaders to seasoned CEOs meet, learn, and exchange insights in ways not possible in any other setting. In just moments, Frank Mc Carthy, Director of Boardroom, will be welcoming attendees from across the region as we dive into today’s discussions. EMIR's CEO Trevor McFarlane, EMIR Managing Partner Dr. Noah Raford, and a raft of other EMIR members will imagine the #MiddleEast in 2050. Joining Trevor as expert speakers are: ⚫️ Joseph Sitt, Chairman | Thor Equities Group ⚫️ Alison Grinnell, CEO | RAK Hospitality Holding LLC ⚫️ Fares Akkad, Managing Director for MENA | Meta Emerging Markets Intelligence & Research | EMIR, an exclusive advisory and research firm, harnesses the extraordinary network effect of Boardroom by EMIR. With an invite-only approach, an EMIR engagement can only begin at the highest levels - the Board, the CEO, and the minister. Boardroom by EMIR, headed up by Frank Mc Carthy in #Dubai and Cassidy Lyon in #Riyadh, is the Middle East's most selective and influential intelligence network for CEOs, government officials and other high achievers. #SuccessfulPerspectives #Advisory #EMIRinsights #Boardroom #FutureOfBusiness #GeopoliticalShifts #EconomicTransformation Brought to you by Air France-KLM, Blacklane, and We Love Transformational Travel

In the latest edition, Africa's 10 Most Influential CEOs Leading the Change in 2024, The CIO Connect magazine is pleased to feature Graham Bentley, Chief Executive Officer of Resourgenix (Pty) Ltd, and other prominent CEOs driving the change revolution ahead. Read More : https://shorturl.at/5DKQ7 #BusinessMagazine #TheCIOConnect #TheCIOConnectMagazine #BestOnlineBusinessMagazine #CIOConnect #GrahamBentley #Resourgenix

Due to overwhelming demand for our original NSW Leaders Business Strategy Session for SME's is booked out. We're excited to announce an additional session on Monday, May 6th! Join us at 12:30 PM to dive deep into strategies for sustainable growth and long-term success. Facilitated by NSW Leaders Advisory Board Member, Matt Murphy who has a rich background in mentoring over 1,000 businesses across various sectors like emerging technologies and biotechnology. Matt, a published author brings a wealth of experience and insight, his guidance extends beyond traditional financial advice, and focuses on strategic growth and asset value enhancement tailored for SME business owners. Topics include: ✴ Setting the right business plan for growth ✴ FY25 and beyond - strategy for the long term while delivering short term results ✴ Purposeful businesses ✴ Empowering business-owners to achieve their aspirations by delivering value through advice, services, networks, education and access to capital ✴ Building a scalable and sustainable business model This complimentary session, valued at $10,000, offers a unique chance to engage with industry leaders. Limited to 12 attendees for optimal interaction. Don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity to shape your business's future. Register today! #knowledge #connect #sme #BusinessStrategy #GrowthPlanning #Networking #SydneyEvents #BusinessDevelopment

Sharing some insights from my recent class at the University of Denver on "Setting the right rhythm and pace at building strong board relations." Great experience presenting at 2am (not my usual time!) to the EMBA class at the University of Denver, Colorado. The topic was "Setting the right rhythm and pace at building strong board relations," courtesy of Professor Catherine Langreney, a former colleague at Lafarge. Catherine and I met while running cement companies in Tanzania and Nigeria for Lafarge and have both served on and chaired multiple boards. Here are a few key takeaways from the session: - CEO's need to understand the board mandate. Boards for founder-led companies, family businesses, private equity/venture capital firms, or companies with a majority shareholder will function differently than those for public companies or philanthropies. - Board composition matters. The mix of independent directors, tenure limits, diversity, age, experience, and expertise all play a role in board dynamics. - The chair/CEO relationship is crucial. It sets the tone for the board's effectiveness. The CEO can lead the board by setting the agenda, communicating expectations to directors, and fostering a professional and organized environment. - Boards appreciate being treated with respect. Open and honest communication, proactive engagement, and avoiding surprises are essential for building trust with the board. This is not an exhaustive list, but hopefully these are some valuable insights to add to your boardroom toolkit. Thanks again to Catherine for the invite! #corporategovernance, #boardrelations, #leadership