Euvin Naidoo: Why invest in Africa
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As leading advocate for Western Investment into Africa, BCG's Euvin Naidoo works with leading corporations and governments to strengthen trans-Atlantic economic ties. Full bio
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ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Euvin Naidoo - Investment bankerAs leading advocate for Western Investment into Africa, BCG's Euvin Naidoo works with leading corporations and governments to strengthen trans-Atlantic economic ties.
Why you should listen
Euvin Naidoo wants to change your mind about Africa. A partner in BCG's Johannesburg office, Naidoo is armed with facts, figures and a forward-looking outlook to convey a nuanced picture of a continent that's large, diverse and full of potential, with stabilizing economies and business growth. Speaking at TED in a personal capicity, he offers persuasive reasons why the continent's challenges should be reframed as opportunities, and why investing in Africa can make great business sense. A third-generation South African, Naidoo was selected by Forbes in 2011 onto their Top 10 Most Powerful and Influential Men under Forty in Africa list, and in 2009 was seleted as a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum. Naidoo holds an MBA from Harvard, where he served on the Board of Admissions. He previously served as President and CEO of the South African Chamber of Commerce in America (SACCA), a position which allowed him to promote entrepreneurship and business investment throughout Africa.
Euvin Naidoo | Speaker | TED.com