Scaling Africa Ventures in the U.S.

​The “Scaling African Ventures in the U.S.” panel session is a 3-hour, high-impact conversation featuring African startup founders who are successfully scaling their ventures into the United States. This session will explore real-world challenges and opportunities around cross-border entrepreneurship, capital access, regulatory hurdles, team building, and staying grounded in one’s mission while navigating a new and competitive market.

​This event aims to inspire, educate, and connect African entrepreneurs and diaspora professionals looking to grow businesses that transcend borders—while offering sponsors and partners exposure to an engaged and forward-thinking innovation community.

​Objectives

​● Illuminate the scaling journey of African-led ventures expanding into U.S. markets.

​● Demystify operational hurdles such as legal structure, hiring, tax implications, and go-to-market.

​● Promote knowledge exchange between African founders and the diaspora innovation community.

​● Encourage cross-border investment and strategic partnerships.