Gi8 Summit + Gala Agenda

From the most inspiring speakers, to participating in breakout sessions – see the days’ lineup.

Today's Agenda:

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM Welcome Lobby Speaker Check in and Participant check in
8:30 AM – 9:10 AM Welcome Lobby Welcome Breakfast & Connection
9:10 AM – 9:25 AMFanIce (Main Room) Opening Address
  • Joe Darko, President – Ghana Innov8
9:25 AM – 9:40 AMFanIce (Main Room) Keynote Speaker
  • Philomina Kane, CEO – KIN Apparel
9:40 AM – 9:50 AMFanIce (Main Room) Q & A
  • Joe Darko, President – Ghana Innov8
9:55 AM – 10:05 AMFanIce (Main Room) Sponsorship Spotlight
  • Dr. Hans Boateng, CEO – The Investing Tutor
10:05AM – 10:15 AMFanIce (Main Room) BREAK
10:15AM – 10:50 AMPanel Discussion – FanIce (Main Room) Diverse Perspectives: A panel featuring successful Ghanaian professionals on “Charting New Paths” in their fields
  • Dr Joseph Acquaye, Urologist
  • Felix Asare, Cybersecurity Director
  • Dr Bright Gyamfi, UC San Diego
10:50AM – 11:00 AMPanel Discussion – FanIce (Main Room) Diverse Perspectives: Audience Q&A
11:10AM – 11:45 AMSkill Building I – FanIce (Main Room) The Art of Negotiation
  • Kofi Opoku, Leadership Consultant – The Bridge Leadership Room
11:10AM – 11:45 AMSkill Building I – Abele Walls How To Monetize Your Personal Brand
  • David Simons, CEO – Kingdom Social Media
11:10AM – 11:45 AMSkill Building I – Pɔki Practical AI for Daily Use
  • David Okrah, Microsoft Market Consultant
11:50 AM – 12:25 PMSkill Building II – Ballroom The Art of Negotiation
  • Kofi Opoku, Leadership Consultant – The Bridge Leadership Room
11:50 AM – 12:25 PMSkill Building II – Pɔki Practical AI for Daily Use
  • David Okrah, Microsoft Market Consultant
11:50 AM – 12:25 PMSkill Building II – Abele Walls How To Monetize Your Personal Brand
  • David Simons, CEO – Kingdom Social Media
12:25 AM – 12:45 PMBREAK – FanIce (Main Room) Networking Break / Vendor & Exhibitor Booths

12:55 AM – 1:30 PMLunch Room

LUNCH TIME

1:40 PM – 2:10 PMBreakout – Pɔki Beyond the Glass Ceiling: Women at the Workplace
  • Queen Duncan, Enterprise Technology Strategist
  • Naana Badu, Style and Image Consultant – Badu Basics
  • Meloni Botswain, Director – Global Strategy
1:40 PM – 2:10 PMBreakout – FanIce (Main Room) Crafting Stories that Stick
  • Philomina Kane, CEO – KIN Apparel
  • Emmanuel Acheampong, CEO – yShade.ai
1:40 PM – 2:10 PMBreakout – Abele Walls Beyond the Job Board: Creative Strategies for Today’s Job Market
  • Kofi Opoku, Leadership Consultant – The Bridge Leadership Room
  • Portia Obeng, Social Media Strategist
2:15 PM – 2:45 PMPresentation – Ballroom Leadership Highlight Workshop: Making a Leader
  • Felix Asare, Cybersecurity Director
2:45 PM – 2:50 PMFeedback Summit Survey

2:50 PM – 2:55 PM
Closing

Closing Remarks

  • THANKS FOR COMING!
7:00 PM – 7:45 PM Welcome & Cocktail Reception 7:45 PM – 8:15 PM Opening Remarks 8:15 PM – 9:00 PM Dinner Service 9:00 PM – 9:30 PM Fundraising
9:30 PM – 10:00 PM Networking + Photo Ops 10:00 PM – 10:15 PM Dessert Service + Afrobeat Transition 10:15 PM – 11:00 PM Afrobeat Dance Party
These sessions are designed to provide practical knowledge and hands-on experience, ensuring you leave equipped with new skills to excel in your personal and professional life.

  • The Art of Negotiation
In this crash course, you’ll learn effective negotiation techniques and engage in a practical, hands-on practice session. Master the art of approaching negotiations with confidence, whether in your career or personal life, and aim for outcomes that benefit all parties involved.
  • How To Monetize Your Personal Brand
Unlock the potential of your personal brand with strategies and insights on how to turn your unique strengths and passions into a profitable venture. This session will guide you through the process of building and monetizing your brand, ensuring you stand out in today’s competitive market.
  • Practical AI for Daily Use
This session offers a broad view of AI’s capabilities before focusing on the increasing accessibility for non-tech users through tools like Microsoft Copilot. Learn how to leverage AI to enhance your productivity and efficiency.
These sessions offer focused discussions and interactive workshops, designed to delve deep into specific topics that matter to you. 
  •  Beyond the Glass Ceiling: Women at Work
A powerful session dedicated to highlighting the remarkable achievements and addressing the unique challenges faced by women in the workplace.
  • Beyond the Job Board
Learn job-hunting strategies that go beyond traditional applications and job portals. Discover how to effectively use your professional network to uncover hidden opportunities.
  • Crafting Stories That Stick:
A workshop on the art and science of storytelling, teaching participants how to craft compelling narratives for various purposes, from pitching ideas to capturing personal journeys, enhancing public speaking skills, or persuading others