The 1st edition of the Prestigious Global Awards and Business Summit, organized by Ceci Educare Oy, was successfully held on 30th August 2024 in Helsinki, Finland. The landmark event brought together entrepreneurs, diplomats, professionals, investors, community leaders, and international guests to promote global collaboration, business networking, leadership, and education.
Hosted under the vision of “Changing the Narratives and Celebrating Change Makers,” the summit served as a platform to bridge Africa, the Nordic region, and the international community through dialogue, partnerships, and recognition of excellence. The event highlighted key sectors including education, technology, finance, tourism, health, agriculture, clean energy, construction, and entrepreneurship.
The founder and CEO, Cecilia Naadensua Quarshie, delivered an inspiring keynote speech emphasizing resilience, empowerment through education, and the importance of global partnerships in a post-pandemic world. She described the summit as the realisation of a vision that began in November 2023 and encouraged participants to use the forum to build meaningful collaborations and opportunities.
Business seminars and networking sessions
International exhibitors and entrepreneurs
Cultural exchange and diaspora engagement
Recognition and award presentations honoring global change makers
Opportunities for B2B partnerships and investment connections
Several organizations and exhibitors participated in the summit, showcasing businesses, products, literature, textiles, African arts, and social impact initiatives. The event also promoted inclusion, innovation, ethical leadership, and cross-border cooperation between Finland, Africa, and global communities.
According to Ceci Educare Oy, the Prestigious Global Awards was created to celebrate outstanding individuals and organizations making positive contributions in their communities while strengthening international relations and business ecosystems.
The successful launch of the 1st edition laid the foundation for future editions of the Nordic-Africa Business Forum and Prestigious Global Awards, which have continued to grow annually in attendance, partnerships, and international recognition.
