About Us
About the Business Innovation Summit
The Business Innovation Summit is a premier gathering of forward-thinking leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and change-makers dedicated to shaping the future of business through innovation, technology, and strategic thinking.
Our summit provides a dynamic platform where groundbreaking ideas meet real-world application. We bring together visionaries from diverse industries to explore emerging trends, share transformative insights, and foster meaningful collaborations that drive business growth and societal impact.
Whether you’re a startup founder, corporate executive, academic, or policy influencer, the Business Innovation Summit is designed to inspire, educate, and empower. Through keynote speeches, interactive panels, networking sessions, and hands-on workshops, participants gain valuable knowledge and actionable strategies to stay ahead in today’s fast-evolving marketplace.
At the heart of our mission is a commitment to unlocking potential, accelerating innovation, and building a sustainable and inclusive future for businesses of all sizes.
Join us and be part of the movement that is redefining the way we work, lead, and innovate.
Impact at Business Innovation Summit (BIS)
As an organization, a pan-African event series, and a growing network uniting business leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators across the continent, the Business Innovation Summit (BIS) is committed to driving sustainable growth and inclusive development in Africa.
We strive to empower our team, partners, and community to innovate boldly and build resilient solutions that address the continent’s unique challenges and opportunities. Our mission aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and we are deeply dedicated to advancing goals such as quality education, decent work and economic growth, industry innovation, and sustainable cities.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
At the Business Innovation Summit (BIS), we are committed to making our events more diverse, equitable, and inclusive by intentionally creating spaces where all voices are heard and valued. We do this by fostering meaningful networking opportunities, developing mentorship programs, and driving participation through targeted community ticketing initiatives.
Since 2022, our Inclusive Attendee Program has amplified the voices of historically underrepresented communities across Africa—including indigenous groups, people living with disabilities, and youth from underserved regions—helping build a more inclusive innovation and business ecosystem.
Community Support and Economic Growth
At the Business Innovation Summit (BIS), we are passionate about creating long-lasting impact in the communities that host our events. We actively support local economies by sourcing local contractors, vendors, and service providers—contributing directly to job creation, skills development, and enterprise growth in each host city.
From logistics and event production to hospitality and technology services, we prioritize working with local talent and businesses, ensuring that the economic benefits of BIS are felt at the grassroots level.
In alignment with our values, BIS is committed to sustainable urban development and smart city initiatives across Africa.
