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Rivers State Diaspora Partnership & Investment Summit
Overview
This event is a forum hosted with the objective of showcasing investment prospects of Rivers State to diasporas and foreign investors to attract foreign direct investment across a wide range of sectors such as Construction & Real Estate, Hospitality, Agriculture, Minning, manufacturing industries Oil & Gas, Refining and Petrochemicals. The seminar will enlighten you on NDDIG (ND Diaspora investors Gateway), a subset of AFDIG (African Diaspora Investment gateways) and how BOCL can play a critical role to attract capital and investment into critical sectors of Rivers State. AfDIG is our online portal through which the diaspora businessmen and investing community can easily interface with African State Governments and Prospective local business partners. The lunch hour will be combined with an award giving session for the recognition of some people that have shown Leadership excellence in various sectors in Rivers State who have contributed to the growth of the economy of the state through their investments or achievement in the corporate world and government.
The exhibition section will be taking place in parallel at a nearby hall. Marine Engine and spare parts trades, services companies and marine transport companies will exhibit. Bullion Offshore will exhibit Marine vessels, shipyard and Construction services alongside sponsor companies. 2 Workshops and Breakout sessions will Run in parallel with the exhibitions as indicated in the Daily program below. The vote of thanks will appreciate Orisson Resources for supporting the event.
Speakers & Panelists:
Marine Vessel Subject matter experts, Marine Construction Professionals, Bankers, Top Hotel operators.
Day 1 (1st August, 6pm) Program:
Online podcast:
- Summary of Seminar topics of Day 2
- Highlights of Panel discussion of Day 2
Day 2 Program:
| PROGRAM ITEM | TIME | PROGRAM ITEM DESCRIPTIONN & NOTES |
| Welcome address | 9.00 – 9.05 am | Welcome address, Introductions & Recognitions by event anchor |
| Seminar | 9.05 – 9.55am | Seminar by Keynote Speaker(s) with Q & A sessions |
| Panel Discussion | 10 – 10.30am | Panel discussion by 2 Subject matter experts with 10 mins Q & A session |
| Workshop 1 | 10.30– 11.30am | Break out session for paying delegates (Deep dive discourse, High level networking and deal making) |
| Lunch / Awards | 11.30– 12.30pm | General Lunch Combined with Special Recognitions and Awards |
| Workshop 2 | 3pm – 3.45pm | Break out session for paying delegates (Deep dive discourse, High level networking and deal making) |
| Exhibition: Hall B | 9am – 4pm | Exhibitors in various booths, Bullion Offshore and sponsors showcasing products and services. |
Event Topics:
| Seminar Topics: | Panel Discussion Topics: |
| Inclusion impact of Diaspora professionals in Government policy making
Case studies of diaspora investment success stories in Isreal and India Diaspora expectations from the Incumbent State governments (Feedback) |
Impact of diaspora capital in PPP/ Rivers State’s Infrastructure development sector
Diaspora partnership prospects for startup businesses in Rivers State Diaspora – Rivers State Economic Collaboration in the Bule economy space |
Who should Attend?
| Government Officials | Policy makers | Shipping companies | Government agencies | NDDC Officials |
| Customs | Real Estate Developers | Diaspora Associations | Freight forwarders | PANDEF |
| Diasporas | Importers and Exporters | Legal practitioners | Bankers | Community leaders |
| Oil workers | Shipping lines | Religious Bodies | Hotel owners | Building Materials traders |
Category of Exhibitors?
Companies into: Shipbuilding, Marine Equipment, Engine, Propulsion Systems, Ship & Boat Operation Equipment, Marine Technology, Electronics / Electrical Engineering, Ports Equipment & Port Technology, Cargo Handling Systems, Freight Forwarding Equipment & Storage, Maritime Security, Navigation & Communication Technology, Deck Crane / Machinery / Vessel Equipment, Fire / Safety / Survival Equipment, Fuel & Lubrication, Interior, Rope, Paints & Coating, Processing & Packing Equipment, Ship Repair, Offshore LPG / LNG, Drilling Vessel, Heavy Lift Vessel, Transporters.
Registrations, Enquiries & Tickets
Attendance is free for all virtual (roundtable) events; however, visitors that want to attend Physical events will get a free pass upon registering online. Visitors with Free pass can only visit exhibition stands but will not have access to seminars, workshops, Awards, High level networking, etc.
“Delegates” are the paying participants. Delegates have access to attend Seminars, Workshops, Panel discussions, Lunch, Awards and High-level networking. When you register on this portal, you will get a form with payment details and a Free pass ticket. Payment of Registration fee is required before you get a Delegate ticket. Payment details are in the delegate row of the same forms that you receive when you register online.
| Registration Category (Form) | Early Bird (Earlier than 1 month to event) | Standard Fee (1 to 4 weeks before event) |
| Delegates Registration (seminar & Tea break) | $10 | $ 20 |
| Workshop: 2 Focus & 1 Breakout session | $8 (for 2 Workshop sessions) | $ 16 (for 2 Workshop sessions) |
| Lunch Ticket (Award session) | $7 | $ 14 |
| Exhibitors (Exhibition stand) | $8/m2. Minimum area = 5m2 (Exhibition space is limited to 20 – 50 Exhibitors only) | |
| Visitors (Free pass – No payment) | Visitors on Free pass can only see exhibition stands, but can’t access seminars and workshops | |
| Speaking Enquiry (By Industry professionals) | Honorarium may apply | Honorarium may apply |
Ticket Total Cost for Delegates: Early bird tickets = $10 – $25. Standard tickets = $20 – $50. Exchange rate = #1,500: 1$ (Workshop & lunch is optional)
Contact us
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: Uche @ 0810 310 1109, Anderson @ 0807 411 1009