UBW 2019
USAFRICA BUSINESS EXPO - SEPTEMBER 2019
UBW 2019 - Where It All Began...
The inaugural UBW launched in New York City with over 200 attendees.
It marked the start of a bold mission to connect diaspora entrepreneurs with
trade and investment opportunities across the U.S.–Africa corridor.
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Looking Back, I Was Absolutely Terrified
Looking back, I was absolutely terrified that nobody would come to our first event…
I think every first-time event host probably has that fear.
I knew the VISION of what I wanted UBW to be but the fear of the unknown was real...
I knew we could change a ton of lives if I could just get people in the seats...
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"We went from no product to being an exporter to 25 retail stores in under two years.
USAfrica Business Week gave us the tactical roadmap and the connection to succeed!"
Emmanuel Kwesi, Marketing Director of Afri Organics Foods
Why You Should Attend
Dynamic sessions and discussions beyond surface-level
Engage in content-rich sessions, featuring industry expert debates and panel discussions that foster collaborative problem-solving insightful exchanges, deep exploration of topics, and meaningful contributions from speakers and participants.
We will match you up with the people you need to meet
Enjoy Personalized B2B matchmaking and consultation with the right potential partners and relevant agencies We ensure that you will be connected with the most suitable and potential partners along with relevant agencies that perfectly align with your business goals and vision.
Past Keynote
Hear from policy leaders, international trade experts, U.S. investors, African entrepreneurs, and export champions driving business between Africa & the United States.
Mayor Eric Adams
Mayor of New York
The Hon. Reta Jo Lewis
Fmr. President and CEO, Export-Import Bank, U.S.A
Ambassador Troy Fitrell
US Assist Secretary of State for African Affairs
Speakers & Panelists
Numbers Don’t Lie! See What We’ve Achieved Together at USAfrica Business Week
6+ Y
#1 B2B event during the U.N.G.A in New York
50K+
# of businesses and entrepreneurs helped
300+
People, Businesses & entrepreneurs linked
78
Sales, transactions and deals executed
Be where Africa’s trade future is being built — join us in September
Past Partners & Sponsors
Thank you to the following partners for your incredible support in making the 2024 event
a resounding success. We couldn’t have done it without you!
Join the #1 B2B Event During UNGA — Your Gateway to U.S.–Africa Business, Partnerships, and Opportunity.
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