As the Executive Director of the ECOWAS Small Business Coalition (ESBC), I lead a pivotal regional initiative empowering over 15,000 MSMEs across West Africa through trade facilitation, policy advocacy, and sustainable economic integration under the AfCFTA. With 15+ years of expertise in regional economic development, I spearhead high-impact programs such as the ESBC Green Trade Initiative, cross-border trade missions, and capacity-building platforms that have driven a 30% increase in intra-ECOWAS trade for compliant MSMEs.

At IATF 2025, I will:

Coordinate 12 ESBC member delegations sponsored by the ECOWAS Private Sector Directorate, showcasing West Africa’s innovation in agro-processing, tech, and green manufacturing.

Being part of the ECOWAS Commission team, facilitating B2B matchmaking and championing SME access to continental markets via AfCFTA protocols.

Launch transformative initiatives for sustainable trade while leveraging partnerships with Afreximbank, UNDP, and the African Development Bank.

My mission is to accelerate inclusive growth, digital transformation, and women/youth entrepreneurship across Africa’s trade landscape.

Let’s connect to unlock synergies at IATF 2025!