Our Team
Our team combines expertise in international trade and investment promotion, public affairs, conferences and events, and business strategy. This diverse experience allows us to support growth and opportunity across all our offices. As a trusted gateway to Africa, we connect businesses and investors through our unrivalled network.
Karen Taylor, Chair
Chantelé Carrington, Chief Executive Officer
Shannon Stroud, Chief Executive Officer, U.S.
Laila Adji, Nigeria Market Development Consultant
Lanre Akinola, Programme & Content Lead Consultant
Leah Banda, Head of Market Development & Public Affairs (UAE)
Pedro Besugo, Head of Consulting
Catherine Brassell, Head of UK Membership
Sophie Burnett, Consult Senior Associate
Alisha Gupta, Consult Analyst
Maliha Al Habsi, Head of Partnerships & Programmes, UAE
Fiona Hannig, Marketing & Media Consultant
Calum Hill, Strategic Planning and Policy Lead
Vimbayi Kanyonganise, Head of Connect
George Meadows, Events & Operations Manager
Lunde Mwendwa, Head of Africa Membership
