New York City — Guineans Succeeding in America (GSA) will host its 7th Annual Conference on Friday, October 17, and Saturday, October 18, 2025, in New York City — its most ambitious program yet, dedicated to advancing careers, fostering entrepreneurship, and strengthening professional networks across the Guinean diaspora. The event is proudly supported by Official Sponsors and Partners.
● YMO (www.ymo.africa) — A fintech pioneer building Africa’s digital payment infrastructure to enhance financial payment inclusion across Africa .
● APIP Guinea — The Private Investment Promotion Agency of Guinea, driving investment, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
Day 1 — Dinner Gala feat Entrepreneurship pitch .Friday, October 17, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Invitation Only In partnership with Vision Large SARL, GSA will host the Grand Concours Jeune Entrepreneur – USA Edition, a high-profile pitch competition featuring standout Guinean entrepreneurs — previous winners of the original national competition in Guinea and Guinean Start up based in the USA— presenting to a panel of U.S.-based investors, and diaspora leaders.
Attendance for this event is strictly by invitation and will be limited to a select group of guests, including accomplished business leaders, investors, policymakers, and innovators. Special invitations will be given to the first 100 people who register for the conference.
Evening Highlights:
● Formal dinner and high-level networking with leaders from business, government, and the diaspora.
● Entrepreneur pitches and market expansion opportunities.
● Keynote remarks from distinguished leaders, including representatives from YMO, APIP Guinea
The goal: bridge Guinean and U.S. SMEs, promote cross-border collaboration, and unlock access to capital and global markets.
Day 2 — Conference
Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
This flagship conference will gather professionals, students, entrepreneurs, and public sector leaders for an afternoon of
inspiration, learning, and opportunity-sharing under the theme:
“Navigating New Frontiers: Building Resilience & Embracing Innovation.”
Program Features:
● Opening Keynote — Visionary address on resilience, leadership, and innovation.
● Special Guest Speaker: Mohamed Béavogui, Former Prime Minister of Guinea, delivering a keynote address on
leadership, governance, and Africa’s future.
● Panels:
○ GSA Members Panel — Success stories, mentorship journeys, and leadership lessons.
○ Corporate Leaders & Entrepreneurs Panel — Featuring high-level professional panelists: senior executives
and experts from leading global institutions, finance, technology, development, and other key sectors.
○ Economic Outlook on Guinea — Insights into Guinea’s economic future, diaspora engagement, and investment opportunities.
Day 2 — Extended Networking Cocktail
Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
The evening will conclude with a four-hour Cocktail Networking Reception, blending a relaxed, upscale atmosphere with
focused professional engagement. Attendees will enjoy live entertainment, drinks, foods, and curated networking spaces to
connect across industries.
Quotes
“Our 7th Annual Conference is designed to deliver not just inspiration, but direct opportunities for employment, investment, and
growth,” said Laye Oumar Koulibaly, President of GSA.
“The support of sponsors like YMO and APIP Guinea is a game changer for our community,” added Abdoulaye Barry, Chairman of GSA.
Registration & Contact:
General attendees can register via https://gsaconference.loumaapp.com/.
The October 17 dinner is exclusive and by invitation only, with the first 100 conference registrants receiving special invitations.
Media inquiries: info@gsagn.org
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About GSA:
Guineans Succeeding in America (GSA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization empowering the Guinean-American community
through education, entrepreneurship, and professional development. Since 2016, GSA’s annual conference has connected students,
professionals, and leaders across the U.S. and Guinea, building mentorship networks and fostering economic advancement.