2014 Africa Rising Brochure

A conference showcasing the growing African market placewww.africarisingevent.com10, 11 & 12 June 2014 | The Rum Warehouse, Stanley Dock, LiverpoolSupported by Part ofwww.africarisingevent.comCONTENTSOverview 3The Africa opportunity 4About IFB 5Conference themes 6What can you expect? 7Sponsorship opportunities 8 & 9Who’s attending? 102About MontgomeryAfrica Rising is organised by Montgomery Exhibitions, an independent exhibition and events company at the forefront of trade and consumer events in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. www.montex.co.ukwww.africarisingevent.com 3AFRICA RISING OVERVIEWHome to seven of the world’s fastest growing economies, over 40% of the world’s arable land, a growing population with increasing disposable income, rapid urbanisation and opportunities in technology and telecommunications providing more access to the continent – Africa is undoubtedly a serious market to watch on the global business scene.Africa’s unprecedented confidence in its own capabilities must be effectively promoted both within and outside the continent, reflecting the current phase of political stability, booming economies and a favourable investment climate.AFRICA FACTS:Africa Rising; a week dedicated to showcasing Africa as an emerging force in the global business arena.• By 2030, the BRIC’s share in African trade, is expected to increase by 50%• The number of foreign direct investment (FDI) projects in Africa grew 27% from 2010 to 2011, and have grown at a compound rate of close to 20% since 2007** 2012 Africa Attractiveness Survey, Ernst & Youngwww.africarisingevent.com 4THE AFRICAN OPPORTUNITYAs the story of Africa’s growth spreads, questions are being raised as to how this growth impacts Africa’s position and impending influence on global business.Find out:• First hand insight into Africa’s engagement on the political, economic and financial global scene• How Africa has established its brand and is leveraging this globally• How Africa’s business and political leaders are building on the continent’s strengths and the benefits of globalisation to ensure sustainable improvement• How Africa’s rapid economic transformation is creating new economic opportunities for citizens and communities all over the continentAfrica Rising provides a unique platform to discuss African business and celebrate success:• Access to the continent’s movers and shakers drawn from policy makers and leading business minds• The most relevant opportunity for international dialogue and involvement in Africa’s future successAFRICA FACTS:• There has been a substantial increase in the economic presence of other emerging markets in Africa. The BRIC’s share in African trade has increased from just 1% a generation ago to 20% today. By 2030, this share is expected to be 50%.• It is estimated that Africa’s population will double in the next 40 years to reach two billion – which will be 20% of the world’s population in 2050. The median age in the continent is just 20 – making it the world’s youngest continent.• As a result, by 2040, Africa’s potential labour force is expected to be more than 1.1 billion people.** Africa on the move: The quest for sustainable growth. Ernst & Young5INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL FOR BUSINESSAfrica Rising is part of International Festival for Business and aims to accelerate economic growth with an ambitious programme of global business events running throughout June and July 2014.The result of an exciting convergence of innovative thinking, government policy and will to win, IFB 2014 will connect the smartest entrepreneurial minds and best business opportunities in the world. This bold and iconic event was launched on 3 January 2013 by UK Prime Minister David Cameron. IFB 2014 will play a key role in promoting two way trade and investment. The festival enjoys the Prime Minister’s personal endorsement and the active involvement of his office and global networks.www.ifb2014.comFESTIVALPARTNERSFESTIVAL PARTNERSCONTENT PARTNERSwww.africarisingevent.com 6THE CONFERENCE THEMESAfrica Rising will focus on a number of topical and relevant themes throughout the programme:DAY 2• Investment Showcase• Finance & Capital Markets• Entrepreneurship & Skills Development• The Next Global Technology Hub?DAY 3• Industrialisation• Agriculture Showcase• Brand Africa• Wear Africa: Cotton to CatwalkDAY 1• Sustainable Growth• Economic Development• Policy & Reform• Energy Sector ShowcaseKey Speakers include:• Honourable Alhaji Abdul Rashid Pelpuo, Minister, Ministry of State, Ghana• Honourable Sospeter Muhongo, Minister, Ministry of Energy & Minerals, Tanzania• Lanre Akinola, Editor, This is Africa, The Financial Times• Engr. Reynolds Beks Dagogo-Jack, Chairman, Presidential Task Force on Power, Nigeria• Bousso Drame, Policy Specialist, The World Bankwww.africarisingevent.com 7WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT?Africa Rising will present a forum for business opportunities including:• Conference sessions• Trade exhibition• NetworkingThe event will bring together the most influential business people involved in the growth of the African economy and will provide a multitude of highly valuable opportunities to network with peers and create new business contacts.Participants will:• Get a clear view of future needs from African and multinational companies• Share beneficial national and international practice and experience• Enable continental and international networking to increase connections and collaborations• Access opportunities for professional development and learning• Identify new sources of financewww.africarisingevent.com 8SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIESCompanies wishing to invest in sponsorship opportunities can select from a wide range of promotional activity from headline sponsorship to lanyard sponsor. The packages below are designed to give you a high level profile within Africa Rising, but if you have specific requirements then we can create bespoke packages to suit your budget.HEADLINE SPONSOR EXCLUSIVE: £50,000 +VAT• Exhibition Stand FOC• Logo outside session signage• Logo on all printed supporting literature• Branding on sessions’ screens • Inclusion in social media tweets and PR surrounding the event• Branding on all online associated event activity• Sponsor’s flyer or brochure (produced by sponsor) distributed to all delegates with onsite literature (subject to content approval).• Speaking opportunity (subject to content and availability)• First refusal on the “Networking Drinks” and ten free tickets• Ten free conference tickets to all sessions• Representative on panel session in relevant topicsCATEGORY SPONSOR £25,000.00 +VAT• Exhibition Stand FOC• Co-branding on all session signage• Logo on all printed supporting literature• Branding on session screens• Inclusion in social media tweets and PR surrounding the event• Branding on selected online associated event activity• Literature hand out during session (produced by sponsor)• Representative on a panel session (subject to availability)• Five free conference tickets to all sessions• Five free tickets to the Networking DrinksDAY SESSION SPONSOR £12,000.00 +VAT• Each session announced ‘Brought to you by’• Logo on session signage • Logo next to session on programme• Inclusion in social media tweets and PR surrounding the event• Two free conference tickets to your sponsored session• Two free tickets to the Networking DrinksFor sponsorship enquiries call:Dilip Patel +44 (0)207 384 7896www.africarisingevent.com 9SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIESAfrica Rising is a highly effective platform to promote your business. The key packages detailed on page 8 will give you the greatest exposure to the audience. We are also able to offer a large selection of individual sponsorship items that allow tailored branding such as: Networking drinks sponsor 1 off £10,000 +VATCocktail welcome reception sponsor 1 off £10,000 +VATDelegate bag sponsor 1 off £5,000 +VATLanyard sponsor 1 off £2,500 +VATLunch Sponsor 3 off £2,500 +VATCoffee station sponsor 9 off £1,500 +VATExhibition stands Limited availability call for detailsFor sponsorship enquiries call:Dilip Patel +44 (0)207 384 7896www.africarisingevent.com 10WHO’S ATTENDING?MAIN AUDIENCE REACHAfrica Rising will bring together the most influential business decision makers from the global market place.• Media partnerships with global digital and traditional media to deliver the IFB 2014 message and content• National and international PR agencies delivering media coverage and developing media toolsThe campaign will include:Attendees will include:• CEO, COO, CSO and CFOs• Business Development and Strategy Directors• Fund Managers• Equity Investors• Trade Association Leaders• Entrepreneurs• Business Owners• Consultants• Accountants• LawyersWorking in the fields of:• Agriculture• Energy• Finance• Manufacturing• Logistics• Education• Transport• Infrastructure• Broadcast• Digital media• Creative• Fashion• Retail• Innovation• Technology• Professional Associations• Advertising in print media and specialist business titles• Communications with International Confederations of Industry• Marketing through our network of event affiliates and partner associationswww.africarisingevent.com 11OUR PARTNERSWe will work with the following partners to deliver the event:OUR MEDIA PARTNERSFor general enquiries call the UK team on:Dilip Patel +44 (0)20 7384 7896Or contact us by email:dilip.patel@ifb2014.comA conference showcasing the growing African market placewww.africarisingevent.com10, 11 & 12 June 2014 | The Rum Warehouse, Stanley Dock, LiverpoolSupported by Part of