Call for The Presidential Precinct Corporate Leaders Program 2025 is open now!!
The Presidential Precinct, working in partnership with Axxess, will convene the 2025 Corporate Leaders Program, April 26 – May 4 for 12 business leaders who represent African and Diasporan communities. Together, these leaders will sharpen their business acumen and refine their business models for international trade and investment.
While in Charlottesville, Corporate Leaders share their knowledge and successful ventures with entrepreneurs, international trade specialists, and community members through curated networking and welcome events. The principal part of this program is a custom-built master class in business and executive leadership, presented by the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia.
Corporate Leaders also attend the Corporate Council on Africa’s U.S-Africa Business Summit, where they connect with decision makers driving bilateral and regional business partnerships. This annual summit convenes more than 1,500 U.S. and African public and private sector executives including Heads of State, international investors, U.S. and African government officials, and multilateral stakeholders.
The Presidential Precinct will select twelve CEOs of small to medium sized enterprises to participate in the 2025 Corporate Leaders Program.
Program Highlights
- April 26 – May 4, 2025
Community and academic partners at the Presidential Precinct will come together to create a dynamic of week of networking, learning, and community building activities throughout Charlottesville. - June 22 – June 25, 2025
The 2025 U.S.-Africa Business Summit will take place in Luanda, Angola. At the 2024 Summit in Dallas, Texas, Corporate Leaders led a panel discussion, titled: From Hustle to Million Dollar Businesses: The Unfolding Story of African Entrepreneurs. View a full recording of that panel discussion here.
The Corporate Leaders Program is made possible by a generous gift from John Olajide, founder and CEO of Axxess, a leading home healthcare technology company in North America; Chairman of Cavista Holdings Limited, a diversified holding and investment company with interests in technology, agriculture, hospitality, fintech, energy and other sectors; and Board member at the Presidential Precinct. Mr. Olajide is chairman of the Corporate Council on Africa Board of Directors, building on two years of service as Vice Chair.
Location:
United StatesBenefits
The Participants can:
- Enhance their business acumen through a master class on business and executive leadership at the Darden School of Business.
- Build valuable connections by networking with entrepreneurs, trade specialists, and international decision-makers.
- Attend the U.S.-Africa Business Summit, gaining access to a large network of executives, government officials, and investors.
- Share insights and successful ventures with the local community and fellow entrepreneurs.
- Participate in a dynamic, curated week of events that foster learning and community building.
- These benefits aim to improve leadership skills and foster growth through international trade and investment.
Eligibilities
Eligibility criteria for the 2025 program include:
• Leading a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) in operation for at least two years, with 50-200 employees.
• Investing $15-20 million USD in bilateral trade or investment in African countries.
• Generating at least $1.5 million USD in annual revenue in 2024.
• Proficiency in English and possession of a valid visa for U.S. travel.
Application Process
Applicants Can apply via online, with apply now link.
Application Deadline: March 22, 2025
Application ClosedOfficial link
