FREE African Business & Cultural Summit Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the Twinning of Jacksonville & Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Sister Cities
Jacksonville, FL
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African Business and Cultural Summit
This year we are
celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the twinning of Jacksonville and
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (formerly known as Port Elizabeth). The summit is sponsored by the City of Jacksonville, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida, Sun City Events & Entertainment, UnIversity of North Florida, RL Campbell Management Services, Enterprise Florida and Jacksonville Sister Cities Association.
The purpose of the African Business and Cultural Summit is to foster trade dialogue between corporate, small businesses, non-profits, and individuals. Our secondary purpose is to create community-wide awareness of Jacksonville Sister Cities Association’s Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Committee’s efforts to work in partnership with our African Sister City and the African continent.
Target audience
includes corporations, small businesses, cultural organizations, professionals and
students. The three-day event is free, seating is limited, and registration is required. Registration occurring after 12pm on Tuesday, September 13 will be responsible for their own lunch on Friday September 17, 2010.
**Friday Attendees must acquire a PARKING PASS from the security station before parking. $3 Fee must be paid in cash. Park on 2nd and 3rd floor of the parking garage.
A pass is not required for Saturday**
African Business Summit
Celebrating the 10th Anniversary Twinning of
Jacksonville and Nelson Mandela Bay
Friday, September 17, 2010
University of North Florida, Student Union Ballroom
Program
8:15 am – 8:45 am Registration
9:00 am – 10:00 am Opening Session Ballroom B & C
Welcome Mr. Ron Johnson, JSCA Vice President of Nelson Mandela Bay Committee
Keynote Address The Honorable John Peyton, Mayor, Jacksonville, Florida
Overview Mr. Robert Peek, President, Jacksonville Sister Cities Association
Greetings Dr. Oupa Seane, Director, Intercultural Center for PEACE
Remarks Mr. Ron Johnson, JSCA VP of Nelson Mandela Bay Committee
Concurrent Sessions
Session A. 10:15 am – 11:00 am
- Emerging Markets in Africa Ballroom A
Mr. Ethelbert Nwanegbo, CEO, Powerhouse Management Services
This award winning business analyst will discuss some of the most promising emerging markets on the continent of Africa with a specific emphasis on South Africa.
- Doing Business in Africa Ballroom B & C
Ms. Cathy Hagan, Area Director, Small Business Development Center at UNF
Explore how the cultural relationship Jacksonville has with the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality through Sister Cities creates opportunities to do business with South Africa. This session will review the basics of importing and exporting, things to consider when developing an international marketing plan, and resources that are available to help.
- Tax Law Updates for Small Businesses Ballroom D
Mr. Sam Froio, Senior Tax Specialist, Internal Revenue Service
Session B. 11:10 am – 12:00 pm
4. International Employment: Hiring Internationally and Working Abroad Ballroom A
Ms. Giselle Carson, Attorney, Marks Gray Firm
Understanding how to obtain a work visa for employees hired from a foreign country. Have you always desired to work abroad? Learn from an attorney the steps one should take to be successful in the international workforce.
5. Protocols Ballroom B & C
Mr. Bryant J. Salter, Director, Africa Trade Expansion Program, Enterprise Florida, Inc.
Explore opportunities with Enterprise Florida for travel to promote your business. Attendees will also receive valuable tips for traveling to Africa as a member of a business team or solo.
Session B. 11:10 am – 12:00 pm Continued on the next page
B. 11:10 am – 12:00 pm Continued
6. Affirming African Indigenous Session Pedagogy Ballroom D
Dr. Tricia Hilliard-Nun, Associate Adjunct Professor of African American Studies, University of Florida
This workshop will assist in the development of operational standards that demonstrate a knowledge of and respect for African cultures. The discussion will highlight selected African histories and cultures to provide examples that offer strategies for businesses planning to employ African residents or import goods crafted by African artisans.
Lunch: 12:15pm – 1:30 pm Ballroom B & C
Lunch is provided for all Summit attendees registered before September 14
Registrations received after September 14 may purchase lunch downstairs and bring back to the Ballroom
Moderator & Mrs. Tina Daniels, Secretary, Jacksonville Sister Cities Association
Blessing of the Food
Lunch
Greetings The Honorable Anthony C. “Tony” Hill, Florida State Senator
Mr. Sitou Byll-Cataria, President, UNF Student Government
Introduction of Speaker Mr. Bryant Salter, Director
Africa Trade Expansion Program, Enterprise Florida, Inc.
Keynote Speaker Ms. Tongila Manly, Enterprise Florida South Africa Office
Doing Business with South Africa and Nelson Mandela Bay
Municipality, South Africa
Overview Mr. Ron Johnson, JSCA Vice President of Nelson Mandela Bay Committee
Recognition of Sponsors & Committee Members
Session C: 1:45 pm to 2:45 pm & 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Roundtable Sessions (both sessions are repeated)
Identifying Export Trade Finance Opportunities, Assistance Programs and International Payment Options
- Overseas Private Investment Corporation, OPIC Ballroom A
Mr. Raymond Inyang, CPA and President of Global Resource Managers, Inc.
Mr. Simon Nyagah, President of Simba International Finance, Inc.
- Export-Import Bank of the United States, Ex-Im Bank Ballroom D
Ms. Tamara Maxwell, Senior Business Development Office
Regions Bank
Mr. Graham Martin, Vice President, Global Trade Finance
4:00 pm to 4:30 pm Networking Ballroom B & C
Africa Night Gala
Saturday, September 18, 2010
University of North Florida
Student Union Ballroom
Jacksonville, FL 32224
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Call to the Elders
& Welcome Ms. Brenda Frinks, 10th Anniversary Twinning Chair
National Anthems Ms. Akia Uwanda, Sun City Events & Entertainment
Occasion Mr. Ron Johnson, JSCA VP of Nelson Mandela Bay Committee
Music: Kenny Nightingale & the Fuzzy Band, Lagos, Nigeria & Atlanta, GA
MENU
Appetizers
Exotic Fruit Tray
Sweet Plantains
South Africa
Tangerine Ginger Wings
Garlic String Beans
East Africa
Injera with Chicken
Garden Salad
Desserts
Peanut Brittle
Chocolate Cake
North Africa
Sautéed Lamb
Couscous with Vegetables
West Africa
Curry Goat Kabobs
Cosae (Black eyed peas)
Beverages
Ginger Sip
Zora (Hibiscus Tea)
Catering provided by Martha’s Kitchen
South Africa Presentation Mrs. Tina Daniels, Secretary, Jacksonville Sister Cities Association
Invitation to Membership Mrs. Geraldine Green, Member, Nelson Mandela Bay Committee
Music Kenny Nightingale & the Fuzzy Band, Lagos, Nigeria & Atlanta, GA
Cultural Connection Mrs. Purity & Mr. Martin Kabaki, Owners
Global Green-up & Grower’s Alliance Coffee
Recognition of Sponsors Ronald Johnson, JSCA VP of Nelson Mandela Committee Bay
& Committee Members Mrs. Donna Rash-Sawyer, Development Committee Chair
Music Kenny Nightingale & the Fuzzy Band, Lagos, Nigeria & Atlanta, GA
Farewell Mrs. Brenda Frinks, 10th Anniversary Twinning Chair
Worship by the Sea
Sunday, September 19, 2010
American Beach Community Center
1600 Julia Street
American Beach, FL 32034
11:00 am to 2:00 pm
“World Peace and Harmony”
Call to the Elders
&Welcome Martha A. Davis, Member Nelson Mandela Bay Committee
Libation Osunkemi Ajewunmi, Orisa Temple
Song Lift Every Voice and Sing
Music Voices of Victory Voices of Victory Choir
Meditation Linda Bannister, Unity of Jacksonville Beach
Song Evangelist Geraldine K. Skipper Take Me to the Water
Prayers Elder R. Eric McBride, Morning Star Faith Temple
Music Eric Witherspoon & New Judah
Love Offering
Music Daniel Mitchell & Hillel
History of American Beach Marsha Phelts, Historian & Author
Acknowledgments Ron Johnson, JSCA VP Nelson Mandela Bay Committee
Music Daniel Mitchell & Hillel
Membership Brenda Frinks, Member Nelson Mandela Bay Committee
Peace Circle Elder R. Eric McBride, Morning Star Faith Temple
Benediction Elder R. Eric McBride, Morning Star Faith Temple
Please join us for refreshments after the service
Where
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Nelson Mandela Bay Committee
Jacksonville Sister Cities Association is North East Florida’s connection with people, businesses, and governments around the world! Our mission is to promote peace through mutual respect, understanding, and cooperation — one individual, one community at a time.
Sister Cities is an International nonprofit organization that creates and promotes economic and cultural partnerships between the United States and cities around the world.
Jacksonville has Sister and Friendship cities in Argentina, Brazil, China, France, Puerto Rico, Russia, South Africa and South Korea. We strive to promote cultural understanding, foster educational exchanges and stimulate economic development between our city and our “sisters.”
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