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Andrijana is keen to take active part in this event because she has knowledge and experience in leading organizations and projects related to obtaining, managing, and implementing grants.
According to her, I lead the Center for Knowledge Management, a research center from North Macedonia and one of the three research centres officially recognized by EUROSTAT in the country.
I am a Sheffield MBA graduate with strong analytical skills, and a PhD holder in Strategic Management and Knowledge Management. I am Passionate on the topic of new technologies and their use for the betterment of society, I am particularly interested in the areas of web entrepreneurship, innovation, and innovation management.
I bring at the table more than 25 years of diverse work experience covering international donor projects, lecturing in Business and Management, Business development and Entrepreneurship
Competencies: Strategic Management, Knowledge Management; Foreign Direct Investments, Technology Transfer, New Technologies, Innovation Management.
Key Qualifications
• More than 23 years of work experience in research, analysis, studies, e-learning platforms in the areas of Innovations, Strategic Management, Entrepreneurship and Digital technologies.
• Certified Project Manager (PMP license) from 2012;
• Certified Toastmaster 2003-2005 – Global Programme on Leadership and Communication;
• Consultant and researcher – top 4% in quality of research for AA limited UK
• Strong analytical skills (GMAT – top 4% in the world);
• Excellent knowledge of the English language – TOEFL result of 113 (top 1% in the world).
Competencies: Strategic Management, Knowledge Management; Foreign Direct Investments, Technology Transfer, New Technologies, Innovation Management., Entrepreneurship.
*Experts in Grantsmanship, Institutional Funding and Networking
Peter Achiampong, MBA, ACMA, CGMA, PMP, SAP (FICO)
Project & Program Manager|Business Analyst | Finance Transformation Process Lead | SAP/ ERP Expert & Director AEIP UK
Highly effective Program/Change/Project Manager with in-depth ability to understand complex business issues and used to adhering to and managing tight deadlines. A track record of innovation, delivery and success in multi-discipline business change/transformation initiatives. Comprehensive organizational skills with a broad range of multiple sector experience. Considerable international exposure, having worked in the UK, UAE, Germany, Spain, Africa and Hong Kong.
Vastly experienced SAP Finance Consultant with an impressive track record as a key player in teams which deliver successful SAP and ERP programmes on time. A solid history as a Chartered Management Accountant and SAP (FICO) Consultant. A hands-on, delivery focused and constructive manner enabling rapid integration into project teams. Ability to deliver across multiple hybrid roles has led to becoming the Go-To-Person to work on complex and time constrained SAP & ERP Programmes.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to developing successful and sustainable working relationships with other business professionals inside and outside the organization. A professional whose confidence shines through with internal and external stakeholders.
Tonia Dabwe- Facilitator
Strategy consultant and business growth advisor with over 20 years of experience in the private, public and NGO sectors.
I blend strategic thinking with hands-on execution to help organizations and business leaders develop effective strategies for sustainable growth.
I work with international organizations, consultancy firms and government agencies to develop strategies on entrepreneurship, women’s economic empowerment, alternative funding and scaling up operations. I also work directly with SMEs to help them refine their value propositions and improve performance.
Multilingual: Dutch, English, French and Spanish.
Clients include: IDB, ITC, Spring Impact and European firms.
I founded Guide My Growth to help CEOs and business owners in Africa, Southeast Asia, and Latin America increase profitability and streamline operations.
Founder & chair of Mineke Foundation, with leading initiatives focused on economic empowerment and education for women and youth in Liberia
Dr. Don Tawo
Executive Director, AEIP UK Channel for Africa
Trade Missions & Investment Consultant | Agribusiness Expert | Market Development Specialist | International Business Leader.
As a dynamic and results-oriented professional with over 30 years of leadership, commercial, and research experience, I have successfully led and managed complex projects across diverse regions including Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. My career spans a variety of sectors, with a particular focus on agribusiness, market development, and international trade.
Throughout my career, I have built a strong track record of driving market expansion, facilitating cross-border trade, and providing strategic insights into emerging markets. I am deeply committed to promoting sustainable growth in the agribusiness sector, helping businesses to scale by unlocking opportunities in the global marketplace.
Key Areas of Expertise:
-Trade Missions & Investment Consulting: Expertise in facilitating trade missions, investment facilitation, and market entry strategies for businesses looking to expand into Africa and other emerging markets.
-Agribusiness Development: Specializing in the development and commercialization of tropical foods and raw materials, with deep knowledge of the African agribusiness landscape.
-Market Development & Sales: Proven ability to identify growth opportunities, develop effective market entry strategies, and lead sales and marketing efforts to drive profitability.
-International Business Leadership: Strong leadership background, including as former Managing Partner/CEO of NCEF Technology Netherlands BV and NCTLLC, Skopje, Macedonia.
Currently, I serve as Executive Director at Channel for Africa, Africa Exports & Imports Pavilions UK Ltd, where I am responsible for overseeing strategic business operations and leading initiatives that promote trade between Africa and global markets.
I am passionate about connecting businesses with the right opportunities and partners to foster sustainable development and economic growth, particularly within the agribusiness and trade sectors.
I am always open to discussing new opportunities and collaborations with professionals and organizations committed to driving economic growth and international trade, particularly in the agribusiness and emerging markets sectors.
Director, Technical Services with over 28 years of educational intervention and business leadership experience in West and Central Africa (Nigeria, Ghana, The Gambia, and Cameroun), Macedonia the Netherlands and now in AEIP UK Limited.
