AFRINOMICS@WABF | Group Trip! | Manufacturing & a Career in Angola

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Afrinomics is organizing a meetup to the Wharton's African Business Forum for North American small and medium businesses and the Angolan Diaspora interested in manufacturing and supply chain and logistics opportunities in Angola. This meetup is also great for Angolan students and professionals.

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WABF Theme: "It is critical that African governments and the private sector make the right decisions to sustain its promising growth. But what are these decisions? Which growth model should governments promote for Africa – a similar low cost manufacturing model used by East Asia, an agriculture-based model similar to Latin America or is there a clear, unique “African” model? Furthermore, can Africa disrupt existing industries by taking advantage of new technologies to leapfrog previously required growth stages?"

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WHY ANGOLA?

Angola is on pace to become Sub-Saharan Africa’s top economic powerhouse. The country is currently testing several manufacturing models in its current and future special economic zones. Aggressive investments are transforming Angola into a global shipping and logistics hub for Central Africa’s landlocked countries. Many companies, such as General Electric, are investing billions into career development and entrepreneurship financing. It's also proven to be one of the most political stable in Africa.

The opportunities for small and medium businesses are rich and immense.

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Meetup Details:

Friday November 7th - 8:00pm - 10:00pm - TBA | Dinner & Meet and Greet

Saturday November 8th - Philadelphia Marriott Downtown (All day) - Whartons’ African Business Forum Conference & Gala

The Afrinomics Wrap-Up session and meet and greet is not affiliated with the conference. For conference details or to purchase your ticket, you must visit: http://wabf2014.whartonafrica.com/ (http://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwabf2014.whartonafrica.com%2F&h=hAQGklIiF&enc=AZOuENxPaXUA-njDgg63rPXmZAMcTdIFoc1CqQ2yYQ6YghUMs2qLz_jbxBFv9O7plxE&s=1)

Should you encounter any problems or have any questions regarding the conference program itself, please contact the organizers of the conference through the above website.

Sunday November 9th - TBA | Afrinomics Wrap-Up sessions

:00pm - 2:00pm: Wrap-Up Session for Small and Medium Manufacturers:

Get started developing your own manufacturing model. Leverage special economic zones and trade deals for better revenues. Examine your market-entry strategy. Find the right partners. Find financing. Select the best province for your products and services. Participants will receive virtual launch kits.

2:00pm - 3:00pm: Wrap-Up Session for Angolan Students & Professionals

Discover the benefits of starting your career in Angola. Decide if Wharton Business School is for you. Find financing. Find employment in Angola.