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Amie Kanu
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  • United Kingdom
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November 16
July 14, 2009 from 5pm to 8pm
Tuesday, 14 July, 17.30 to 19.00 followed by reception (Registration from 17.00). Event sponsored by Peace and economic growth and closely related. How can policy makers maximize the impact of private sector for both peace and development? Spea...
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Source of my passion about the power of business to fight poverty
I am an entrepreneur, I work for a non-government organisation
Website:
http://www.healthysalone.org.uk
About my work:
I am an entrepreneur who believes in the slogan 'trade not aid'. I work to change people's perception of Africa.
I am the founder and Executive Officer of HealthySalone. I was born in London, England to Sierra Leonean parents and I grew up in Freetown, Sierra Leone. I used my knowledge and passion for Africa to create a business which promotes Africa’s fabulous food and culture.
I am a scientist, excellent cook and writer, I have a PhD in Biochemistry and I have worked for companies such as AstraZeneca, Pfizer and Unilever. My current work revolves around raising awareness and funds to improve health care in Sierra Leone.
Interested in:
Potential Partners, Sharing resources, New ventures, Expertise requests
Topics on my radar:
Health care
Sierra Leone
Volunteering

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At 12:17pm on November 16, 2009, Parag Dave said…
We believe supporting entrepreneurs in developing countries is crucial to lifting people out of poverty.

We aim at providing Business Model & creating Opportunity for the poor, Under and Un Educated Youths, Training and assistance to young ENTREPRENEURS to help them to start their own industry for growth, be Self Employed to escape the endless cycle of poverty.

We have developed compact Mini machines (Plastics) affordable and convenient for the common people to start with a very small capital. The machine provides wide product range and many industry options to work with. We have been conferred by PLASTINDIA FOUNDATION with PLASTICON AWARD for the same.

We provide training and assistance to Entrepreneurs to start their own ventures in Plastic industry and also participate in EDP organised by Government and Non government organisations
At 11:06pm on April 22, 2009, Femi Sunmonu, M.D said…
Hi Amie,
I'm thinking about setting up an NGO geared towards improved healthcare provision in Nigeria and would like to ask you some questions about your experiences.
My email is femisun04@yahoo.com

thanks

Femi
At 1:53pm on July 10, 2008, Abolish Poverty said…
Hey there Amie I see that you are an entreprenuer how long have you been an entreprenuer for?
 
 

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