Demystifying Coaching

Demystifying Coaching
2021-05-21 03:00 - 04:30 (Africa/Nairobi)
Coaching has become a buzzword in the professional circles in recent years and we are seeing more people embrace it for personal development. It is one of the fastest growing industries in the world yet it is also quite often misunderstood. In this series you will learn:

The basic principles of coaching
The difference between Coaching & other Learning disciplines such as mentoring, counseling and teaching
Demystify coaching myths
Insights on the coaching profession worldwide
Tips on embedding a coaching culture in your organization
The journey to becoming a professional coach

LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN

Forensics, Risk & Compliance Training

LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN
2021-06-22 03:00 - 04:00 (Africa/Nairobi)
The AfCFTA signals a major effort towards a more integrated African regional economy as well as the will to better include Africa in the global supply chain. The World Bank estimates that the AfCFTA will boost intracontinental exports by over 81% and exports with non-African countries by 19% by 2035.

Manufacturing exports are anticipated to make the most gains: a 110% increase for intra-African trade and 46% for non-African trade. For this to be realized however, access to and movement of goods across the region and beyond will be critical.

Join us June 22, 2021, 8-9a.m. EAT for a stakeholder discussion on the the role of logistics and supply chain in the implementation and success of the AfCFTA. The discussion will cover:

Logistical readiness to facilitate trade under AfCFTA across the continent, with a comparative analysis of various African Markets’ readiness.
Challenges and proposed solutions for the logistics sector in AfCFTA implementation.
Digital innovation in logistics and its role in catalyzing trade under the AfCFTA.
Logistics as an enabler of the FMCG and E-commerce industries under the AfCFTA, and the rise of e-logistics to solve challenges facing the industry.
A breakdown of the benefits of AfCFTA to the logistics sector.
The roles of various stakeholders including the private sector in catalyzing as well as required policy and regulatory changes.

Forensics, Risk & Compliance Training
2021-06-22 05:00 - 2021-07-01 05:00 (Africa/Nairobi)
Businesses need to factor in the risk of bribery and corruption in their official interactions and day-to-day activities. For businesses operating across countries, other considerations to have in mind include the different countries’ regulatory and enforcement frameworks, conflicting information and the rapid evolution of technology. These are among key factors for ensuring successful business growth and profitability.

In this regard, we invite you to participate in a training program facilitated by ALN | Anjarwalla & Khanna focusing on some of these key factors as well as on the risk, compliance and operating concerns, highlighting opportunities that are available to enable businesses to thrive and run more efficiently.

The program is structed as 4 training sessions focused on specific areas as follows:

Session 1 – Tuesday, June 22, 2021, 10 – 11.30 a.m.

Effective measures to meet local and U.S. regulatory requirements in respect of financial crime.

Session 2 – Thursday, June 24, 2021, 10 – 11.30 a.m.

Third-party risk and how to proactively manage it (Prevent, detect and respond).

Session 3 – Wednesday, June 30, 2021, 10 – 11.30 a.m.

Assessing the risk of fraud and leakage in your business.

Session 4 – Thursday, July 1, 2021, 10 – 11.30 a.m.

Current trends and the impact of Cyber Crime in East Africa.

*8 CPD points will be issued by Africa Legal to participants who complete all the training sessions.

Briefing with East Africa Community Secretary General
2021-07-13 05:00 - 06:00 (Asia/Dubai)

Stakeholder Business Environment Analysis Workshop
2021-07-16 05:00 - 07:00 (Asia/Dubai)

State of Trade: Briefing with Ministry of Industrialization, Trade and Enterprise Development
2021-07-26 06:00 - 07:00 (Asia/Dubai)

STATE OF THE ECONOMY

STATE OF THE ECONOMY
2021-08-03 04:00 - 05:15 (Africa/Nairobi)
Join us for an update on Kenya’s economic performance, Key business indicators and fundamentals for economic recovery.

*This event is for AmCham Members Only

Investment Briefing

The African Continental Free Trade Area

Investment Briefing
2021-08-17 03:30 - 04:30 (Africa/Nairobi)
Join us for an investment briefing with the Kenya Investment Authority Managing Director, Dr. Moses Ikiara on Kenya’s plans, strategies, challenges and opportunities with respect to trade and investment as the economy resets, in the context of the Covid 19 pandemic.

Given the critical role that the Kenya Investment Authority plays in driving strategies that promote investment, including the bilateral commercial relationship with the U.S. this forum will provide a timely, much needed opportunity to gain insights on:

Kenya’s Trade/Investment agenda.
Priority investment opportunities.
Incentives and support available to investors.
Kenya and the AfCFTA.
Investment/business climate enhancements and key policy considerations to promote investment.

This event is for AmCham Members Only

The African Continental Free Trade Area
2021-08-17 05:00 - 2021-08-26 06:30 (Africa/Nairobi)
We invite you to participate in a specially curated training program providing focused, in-depth understanding of the AfCFTA trade regime. The program is structured as 5 training modules focused on the following:

Module I: Rules and Customs Governing International Trade – Concepts and fundamental principles of international trade law applied to the AfCFTA

Module II: The AfCFTA Agreement – Objectives, Principles and Roadmap for implementation of the AfCFTA

Module III: The Institutional Framework of the AfCFTA – The AfCFTA’s decision-making process and how to advance your interests.

Module IV: The AfCFTA Trade Regime – Protocols governing trade in goods and services under the AfCFTA

Module V: The AfCFTA Dispute Settlement Mechanism – Trade remedies and dispute settlement mechanisms under the AfCFTA

AmCham Force for Good

AmCham Force for Good
2021-09-03 04:00 - 05:30 (Africa/Nairobi)
A sustainable business is one where profitability, concern for the environment, and social commitment are in harmony, also known as the Triple Bottom Line Framework of Financial, Social and Environmental responsibility. Embedding sustainability in business is a proven win-win strategy with tangible benefits across profit margins and long term business growth with simultaneous positive impact on people and the environment.

The AmCham Force for Good Initiative champions and amplifies Sustainability and Social Impact initiatives by business, promoting collaboration in support of green growth, empowered communities and a resilient Kenya.

In this regard, we invite you to join us September 3, 2021, 9.00-10.30a.m. EAT for the first in a series of insightful discussions on sustainable business practices sharing best practice, practical experiences, challenges and opportunities geared to inspire sustainability as a core business practice.

This inaugural session will focus on the role and initiatives by businesses to mitigate impact on the environment and adaption to the risks of climate and biodiversity change.

Advancing U.S. Trade and Investment in East Africa

Advancing U.S. Trade and Investment in East Africa
2021-09-23 10:00 - 11:30 (Africa/Nairobi)
Join us on September 23, 2021, 3.00 – 4.30p.m. EAT for a robust discussion and perspectives on how the U.S. can play a critical role in advancing two-way trade and investment between the U.S. and the East Africa region. The forum featuring key U.S. government and private sector leaders will explore:

U.S. Government priorities to advance greater trade and investment in East Africa.
Opportunities for U.S. Government and private sector engagement and partnership to facilitate and support post-pandemic economic recovery in East Africa.
Private sector insights and perspectives on opportunities to drive greater trade and investment between the U.S. and the East Africa region.
