Face2Face Africa honors outstanding business and professional achievers at the ‘30 Black Stars’ awards gala in Houston

Francis Akhalbey November 18, 2019

On Friday, November 15, 2019, 30 distinguished African-American business leaders and professionals were honored at the inaugural 30 Black Stars Conference and Awards in Houston, TX.

Launched earlier this year by Face2Face Africa, the initiative seeks to advance diversity and inclusion by recognizing the cultural shift taking place in the country and how businesses and corporations can harness it for innovation and global competitiveness.

This year’s honorees represent over 15 nationalities and come from various industries including finance, technology, healthcare, media, law, entrepreneurship, and more. They were honored for their outstanding contributions to the world of business, and their overall impact in their communities and on the U.S. economy. 

Face2Face Africa honors outstanding business and professional achievers at the ‘30 Black Stars' awards gala in Houston
The 30 Black Stars receive a standing ovation from audience

The program included a D&I panel discussion, a networking cocktail reception, and the award ceremony. Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee and Former First Lady of Ghana Nana Konadu Agyeman Rawlings were some of the special Guests of honor in attendance.

Face2Face Africa honors outstanding business and professional achievers at the ‘30 Black Stars' awards gala in Houston
(L-R) Mikeisha Anderson: VP, Global Diverse Exec Engagement, American Express; Congresswoman Sheila Jackson LeeSandra Appiah: CEO, Face2Face Africa 
Face2Face Africa honors outstanding business and professional achievers at the ‘30 Black Stars' awards gala in Houston
(L-R) Sabina Dankwa: Vice President, Engineering Marketing, Goldman Sachs;  Nana Konadu Agyeman Rawlings: Former First Lady of Ghana; Sandra Appiah: CEO, Face2Face Africa 

“For the past 8 years, Face2Face Africa has been a leader in celebrating black audiences with innovative platforms and events that connect, inform, celebrate and empower communities globally. ‘30 Black Stars’ is a continuation of our commitment, as we champion diversity and inclusion by highlighting the impact of black professionals and business achievers in this country.” said Sandra A. Babu-Boateng, CEO of Face2face Africa.

Face2Face Africa honors outstanding business and professional achievers at the ‘30 Black Stars' awards gala in Houston
Mike Warner, Chief Relationship Officer, Egami Group 

To learn more about the 30 Black Stars initiative, visit www.30blackstars.com or contact 30blackstars@f2fafrica.com.

Last Edited by:Sandra Appiah Updated: November 18, 2019

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