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Most Influential People of African Descent
Most Influential 100
2021 Calendar
The Most Influential Network for People of African Descent Worldwide
Young Global Leaders. CEO’s.
MP’s.Humanitarians. Celebrities.
Presidents. First Ladies.Royalty.
1. Who?Global Network of Influencers
Honorees are decision-makers in over 80 countries worldwide. Selected based
on political clout, business acumen, social media following and humanitarian
endeavors to lead the advancements for people of African descent worldwide.
+800 honorees &counting,+80countries, 1community
WHO’s WHO MIPAD 100 HONOREES 2021 / 2020 / 2019 / 2018 / 2017
2. How?
Social & Economic Impact
Leveraging our global network of influencers to
mobilize the world and people of African descent to
support with the achievement of…
• UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
• UN International Decade for People of African
Descent (2015 – 2024)
• UN International Year of Creative Economy 2021
• African Union (AU) Agenda 2063
• African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA)
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3. Why?Empowerment
• Changing the Narrative to lift up the
image of Africa and its Diaspora
• Economical Empowerment of people
of African descent worldwide
Track Record of Successful Live & Virtual Events
Recognition Week at United Nations Headquarters, New York
The Most Influential Network for People of African Descent Worldwide
Virtual Event● Deep engagement of 90-120 exclusive minutes with
○ 500+ of the Most Influential People of African Descent Worldwide
○ 25,000 C-Suite Executive Registrants in Africa and the Rest of the World
Website● 50,000+ website visitors
Email● 25,000 influencers in Africa and the Rest of the World
Social Media● Super engaged 250,000+ influential Africans and friends of Africa throughout the world
The Most Influential Network for People of African Descent Worldwide
Unparalleled Global Audience
The largest-ever global gathering for influencers
of African Descent
Top 100 PublicationsACROSS DIASPORA / INSIDE AFRICA
Over 80 countries represented worldwide…in four categories Politics, Business, Media, Humanitarian endeavors and various verticals
FOR ADVERTS IN THE GLOBAL 100 PUBLICATIONS, CLICK HERE FOR MEDIA KIT
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Unparalleled Global Reach
MIPAD BLACK PANTHER ACTIVATION @ UNITED NATIONS HEADQUARTERS
Following the opening of the 73rd UN General Assembly
CLASS OF 2018 HIGHLIGHTS Tour of New York City Discovering Excellence Leadership Training Recognition Dinner @ ONE UN Hilton Hotel Exclusive Tour of UN HQ Black Panther Film Screening inside UN HQ
Black Panther Cast & Directors Invited To UN HQ
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ANNUAL CALENDARProvisional Schedule
EVENTS OCT NOV DEC – JAN JAN – FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEPT OCT
2020 RECOGNITION WEEK 2-5 EVERY
AFRICA INDUSTRIALIZATION DAY 20 1st
END OF YEAR & NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS 21st – 6th F R I D A YLET’S DO LUNCH WORLDWIDELOVE CONNECTION WORLDWIDE
Jan 31st
Feb 14th MIPAD GLOBAL COMMUNITY CONNECTS!
MIPAD ANNIVERSARY & GLOBAL GATHERING 25th
Nominations for Class of 2021 Opens 1st
BET Awards Weekend + Announcement of 2021 MOST INFLUENTIAL 100 CREATIVES EDITION LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, USA
25th
Mandela Birth Anniversary JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA 18th
Closing Gong Ceremony at The Nigerian Stock ExchangeLAGOS, NIGERIA
30th
MIPAD 2021 RECOGNITION WEEK following the opening of 76th UN General AssemblyNEW YORK CITY, NY, USA
30th
BLACK HISTORY MONTH (UK & BRAZIL) 25th
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Friday, October 1, 2021 Saturday, October 2, 2021 Sunday, October 3, 2021 Monday, October 4, 2021
DISCOVERING EXCELLENCE9am – 1pm EST
Leadership & Personal Development Training
OPENING CEREMONYProgress Reports
AM (EST)
UN IDPAD / UN IYoCE
RECOGNITION CEREMONY & HALL OF FAME AWARDS
MEET CLASS OF 2021
MASTERCLASSwith WarnerMedia / CNN
Original SeriesAM (EST)
DISCOVERING EXCELLENCE9am – 1pm EST
Leadership & Personal Development Training
WELCOME RECEPTIONDiversity & Inclusion
Networking EventPM (EST)
Special Film Screening& Panel Discussions
PM (EST)
MIPAD ALUMUS REUNIONWhere Are They Now? –Featuring Past Honorees
Class of 2021, October 1st – 4th (Virtual)
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Kamil O.,Founder & CEOMost Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD)
As Founder & CEO, Most Influential People of African Descent
(MIPAD), Kamil is a connectologist and global affairs expert who
created a global platform that recognizes high achievers of African
descent worldwide in support of the United Nations International
Decade for People of African Descent to be observed from 2015 -
2024. And, thanks to collective efforts, this decade is now officially
recognized by the African Union. MIPAD honorees are decision-
makers in over 80 countries worldwide. Selected based on
political clout, business acumen, social media following and
humanitarian endeavors to lead the advancements for people of
African descent worldwide. Kamil is a true embodiment of
“Thinking Globally and Acting Locally,” he’s lived, schooled,
worked and/or visited 30+ countries on 5 continents. He generally
considers himself a “global citizen” with a passion for Africa. He
has global corporate experiences working with Mastercard, Exxon
Mobil, Siemens (New Jersey, Munich, Beijing, New York Offices),
World Travel & Tourism Council (London, UK), Merck Sharp &
Dohme (Singapore) etc. And, he has a master’s degree in Global
Affairs with concentrations in Economics, International Relations
and International Law from the Center for Global Change and
Governance at Rutgers University, New Jersey, USA.
Tope EsanChief Operating Officer, MIPAD
Mr. Esan is an experienced analytics
executive, data driven and results-
oriented executive with 18+ years proven
record with Customer Acquisition
Strategy, Risk Management, Marketing
strategy and analytics programs for
several fortune 500 companies. Expert in
data-driven marketing and advanced
programs measurement.
Experienced in delivering and managing
all recruitment activities by implementing
innovative company-wide recruitment
strategies, processes and procedures.
Supporting MIPAD to develop effective
global strategies to fill high profile private
and public roles with MIPADians and
advising (internal & external) on best-in-
class diversity & inclusion practices
regards sourcing and retaining
exceptional talent worldwide.
Angela RegaladoGlobal Director, MIPADTalent, Diversity & Inclusion
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Nomination
www.mipad.org/nominate
Photo Gallery
www.mipad.org/gallery
Website
www.mipad.org
Regional & Country Directors
Nina Silva (Brazil)
Brandon A. (USA)
Dayna P. (USA)
Samantha S. (China/Asia Pacific)
Kai C. (UAE/Middle East)
Dahabo O. (Canada)
Kara N. (Switzerland)
Tosin J. (Italy)
Isabelle (Spain)
Mbaye M. (French Speaking)
Chereda G. (Caribbean)
Zied R. (North Africa)
Marc B. (Egypt)
Anita O. (Ghana)
Bob K. (Kenya)
Uwase M. (Rwanda)
Ntom K. (South Africa)
Executives
Kamil O.,
Founder & CEO
Tel.: +234 806 305 1991 (Lagos)
Email.: [email protected]
Tope Esan
Chief Operations Officer
Tel.: +1 (917) 541 8394 (New York)
Email.: [email protected]
Wayne Malcolm
Founding Global Advisor, Diaspora
Tel.: +44 79 5668 7841 (London)
Email.: [email protected]
Angela RegaladoGlobal Director, Talent, Diversity & InclusionTel.: +1 (917) 504-6652 (New York)
Email.: [email protected]
Johanna Leblanc
Global Director, International Relations
Tel.: +1 (317) 665-7246 (Washington D.C.)
Email.: [email protected]