On November 5th and 6th, the Legacy Global Summit was the host to business personalities, industry leaders, investors, educators, statesmen, diplomats, delegates, and students – for learning, and global engagements. It featured pitch competition, workshops, plenaries, sessions on Intergenerational dialogue, access to capital, and networking for participating businesses and organizations. Thanks to the work of Dr. Remi Duyile Founder of Legacy Premier Foundation, a global developmental non-profit organization committed to empowering underserved communities through human capital and socio-economic empowerment the summit was a global success.
FWM: Tell us about the impact of Legacy Premier Foundation on a global scale.
As a developmental nonprofit, our mission is to build human capital and enhance socio-economic development around the world. Like we always say, we are impacting communities, one life at a time. This is self-evident through our programs and initiatives. These programs were created to address specific social and economic issues like Advocacy, financial literacy, Education for woman and girl child, Wealth creation, gender inequality, Poverty, Capacity development, Intergenerational Bridge, amongst many others.
Our signature programs like the Herise global internship program and have helped us impact young talents across the globe getting them equipped through service so that they can gain relevant skills that will help them stand out in life and career.
FWM: Tell us about the world-class summit that was held on Nov. 5th and 6th.
We are on a mission to bridge the gap between African businesses and international investors and also to help investors gain access to opportunities in nations where we have partners. Also, we build a platform and network of business leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors that will serve as a bridge between opportunities in Africa and foreign investors for the purpose of economic growth not just for Africa but for the world. We have partners in different continents of the world and we want to connect businesses and investors to opportunities these partnerships could bring.
FWM: How was the summit a catalyst for action?
It was not just a two days summit it is a network where the dialogue continues and most importantly, relationships and partnerships are being established. The Legacy Global Network is an organized chain created to be a go-to place to meet people and opportunities. There will be sharing and learning about the opportunities waiting to be harnessed.
FWM: How did the summit give the opportunity to learn how best to leverage the rich resources and human ingenuity of Africa?
Two words. Relationships and Access.
Through the summit, we want to build an ecosystem of sustainable partnerships with business leaders, donor agencies, the private sector, governments, investors around the world who have the keys to the resources that can influence change and create channels of lasting business opportunities for African businesses.
Dr. Remi Duyile Founder of the Legacy Premier Foundation.
The Legacy Premier Foundation is a global developmental non-profit organization committed to empowering underserved communities through human capital and socio-economic empowerment.
