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Founded in 1901, the Royal African Society is governed by a Royal Charter and Bye-laws, with His Royal Highness, the Prince of Wales as its Royal Patron. The Society is the UK’s longest-standing institution dedicated to promoting Africa, fostering understanding, and building equitable relations between the UK, Africa, and the wider world. It serves as a catalyst for positive change.The Royal African Society boasts a diverse and influential membership body comprising individuals, companies, and organisations with a proactive interest in Africa. Through its networking receptions and programme of events, the Society offers members opportunities to connect, share ideas, and build impactful partnerships. Prior to HRH The Prince of Wales, Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was Patron of the Royal African Society for 64 years.“I am deeply honoured by this appointment, as it represents a profound alignment with my commitment to reshaping perceptions of Africa, driving meaningful change, and enhancing the continent’s influence on the global stage. My goal has always been to inspire positive change and elevate Africa’s narrative as one of opportunity and progress, and this appointment represents a new opportunity for me to challenge stereotypes and promote a nuanced understanding of Africa’s contributions to the world,” said Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard, Founder and Chairman of APO Group.Read the press release: https://royalafricansociety.africa-newsroom.com/press/the-royal-african-society-appoints-apo-group-founder-and-chairman-nicolas-pompignemognard-as-strategic-advisor-to-the-chief-executive-officer-ceo?lang=en

Nicolas has been named among the 100 Most Influential Africans 2023. The New African Most Influential Africans list is the most eagerly anticipated and talked-about annual compilation on the continent, having firmly established itself as the most authoritative, respected, and consulted list in both Africa and the diaspora. Other names on the list of the 100 most influential Africans include the President of the Republic of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu, the President of the Republic of Kenya, William Ruto, the President of the African Development Bank Group, Akinwumi Adesina, the President of Afreximbank, Benedict Oramah, Africa’s richest person, Aliko Dangote, and Afrobeats megastar Burna Boy.The list of the 100 Most Influential Africans, published by New African Magazine, credits Nicolas as an entrepreneur who is “dominating the African Public Relations landscape” and acknowledges “his mastery of Africa’s media landscape, which has earned him the trust of many prominent business and political leaders globally, making him a key agenda driver on the continent. He is particularly interested in using his influence to transform sports and create opportunities for youth in Africa”.Read the press release : https://apo-group.africa-newsroom.com/press/apo-groups-founder-nicolas-pompignemognard-named-one-of-100-most-influential-africans?lang=en

In June 2023, Nicolas has be appointed as Special Advisor to Herbert Mensah, the President of Rugby Africa, the governing body of rugby in Africa, to provide expert advice and guidance on specific issues and areas of responsibility related to rugby and matters of interest on the African continent.He is also representing Herbert Mensah in meetings and negotiations with various stakeholders, including presidencies, governments, and other entities across Africa and around the world, when called upon by Herbert Mensah.Devising new ways to raise the profile of African rugby through media exposure and investment opportunities is a key part of his role as Special Advisor.More information: https://apo-group.africa-newsroom.com/press/rugby-africa-president-appoints-apo-group-founder-and-chairman-nicolas-pompignemognard-as-special-advisor?lang=en

Other members of the WFS Advisory Board include Óscar Mayo Pardo, CEO of LaLiga, Ornella Desirée Bellia, Director of Professional Football Relations and Development of FIFA, or Iñigo Riestra, Secretary General of the Mexican Football Federation.

The Africa Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF) is the premier hotel investment conference in Africa (https://www.ahif.com/programme#ab).

EurAfrican Forum is an action-oriented platform that aims to foster stronger collaboration between Europe and Africa (www.eurafricanforum.org).

I am thrilled to be involved in the Sports Africa Investment Summit as member of the SAIS Advisory Committee. This event presents a remarkable opportunity to drive transformative discussions around investment in Africa’s sports industry. By bringing together diverse stakeholders, we are laying the foundation for sustainable growth, economic empowerment, and innovation in the sector. I look forward to contributing to these conversations and helping to shape the future of sports in Africa,

Other members of the advisory board include H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary-General of the African Continental Free Trade Area; Dr. Benedict Okey Oramah, President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the African Export–Import Bank (Afreximbank); Alain Ebobissé, CEO of Africa50; Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of International Cooperation of the Arab Republic of Egypt; Sérgio Pimenta, Regional Vice President for Africa of the International Finance Corporation (IFC). Read More: https://buff.ly/3KRXppr

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