Ivorian Business Day 2025: A Historic Launch for Economic Empowerment
The Ivorian Business Day 2025 marks a historic milestone for the Ivorian diaspora and the broader African business community in the United States. Held at Lucky Shoals Park in Norcross, Georgia, this landmark event officially launches the Ivorian Chamber of Commerce – Georgia (ICC-GA), creating a powerful platform dedicated to entrepreneurship, collaboration, and sustainable economic growth.
Organized under the leadership of UFIG (Union des Fédérations Ivoiriennes de Géorgie) and its President, Mada Adja Dao Dakite, the event brings together business leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and resource partners with one shared mission: to unlock Ivorian potential and expand opportunities locally and globally.
A Vision Rooted in Unity and Growth
The Ivorian Business Day serves as the official launchpad for ICC-GA, an initiative designed to unite professionals and entrepreneurs of Ivorian, African, and African-American heritage. The chamber’s mission is centered on:
Uniting entrepreneurs and professionals
Sharing opportunities, expertise, and business know-how
Providing legal, financial, and marketing support
Representing diaspora business interests
Building a strong, inclusive economic ecosystem
As ICC-GA leadership affirms:
“ICC-GA will be the engine of our collective economic growth.”
A Powerful Lineup of Speakers and Experts
The event features a distinguished panel of speakers and experts committed to business development and community empowerment:
Austin Thompson, Councilman, City of Lawrenceville – Keynote Speaker
Nimi Bello, Founder of Link Empower LLC – Moderator
Margaret Haven, Founder of HRC – Manufacturing & GMP Compliance Expert
Ginette Nean, ICC-GA Leader & Digital Education Pioneer
Mada Adja Dao Dakite, UFIG President & Visionary Leader
Guillaume Porquet, External Relations Officer, ICC-GA
Together, they provide insights into leadership, compliance, funding, innovation, and scaling businesses in today’s competitive environment.
Supporting Entrepreneurs Beyond the Event
ICC-GA is supported by key partners dedicated to business success, including:
ACE (Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs) – Capital access, credit readiness, and coaching
HRC – Manufacturing compliance, GMP training, and quality control
SBDC – Free consulting, market research, and financial planning
Together, these partners form a Capital, Compliance, and Coaching Ecosystem to support entrepreneurs at every stage.
Membership Benefits & Community Impact
By joining ICC-GA, members gain access to:
Monthly entrepreneurship classes and workshops
Business networking and mentorship programs
Funding and resource connections
Marketing and business development support
Community advocacy and representation
The chamber is more than an organization—it is a movement aimed at long-term economic empowerment and generational impact.