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From Frisco to Gambia: The Mother, Entrepreneur, and Builder Redefining Africa's Narrative
Sandra Kemayou delivers keynotes that challenge assumptions, shift mindsets, and equip audiences with actionable frameworks for engaging with Africa's future — not as theory, but as lived experience.
What Makes This Different
Most speakers on Africa deliver one of two things:
Feel-good inspiration (no actionable takeaways)
Academic theory (disconnected from reality)
Sandra delivers neither.
She brings:
Real numbers from living and building businesses on the continent
Honest context that addresses fears and challenges head-on
Actionable frameworks audiences can implement immediately
The diaspora perspective that bridges Western business practices with African realities
Your audience doesn't need another "Africa is rising" speech. They need the roadmap.
Speaking Topics
Sandra customizes every keynote and workshop to your audience's needs. Popular topics include:
Topic 1: The African Dream — Relocation, Investment, and Building Generational Wealth
Best for: Diaspora professional conferences, Black wealth summits, cultural heritage events
What your audience will learn:
Why diaspora Africans are relocating to the continent (and what's stopping others)
Real cost comparisons: living in Africa vs. major Western cities
How to generate income while living in Africa (remote work, consulting, business)
Common mistakes that derail relocations (and how to avoid them)
Outcome: Attendees leave with a clear 5-phase roadmap and the confidence to explore their own African dream.
Topic 2: Africa for Africans — Building Businesses That Contribute, Not Extract
Best for: Entrepreneurship conferences, corporate diversity events, impact investor gatherings
What your audience will learn:
The difference between building IN Africa vs. building FOR Africa
How diaspora skills translate to high-value opportunities on the continent
Real business models that work (from consulting to e-commerce to real estate)
The mindset shifts required to succeed across cultures
Outcome: Entrepreneurs and investors gain practical frameworks for ethical, profitable engagement with African markets.
Topic 3: From George Floyd to Gambia — One Mother's Journey to Freedom
Best for: Parenting conferences, racial justice events, women's leadership summits
What your audience will learn:
The moment Sandra realized her son wasn't safe in America
What "real freedom" means for Black children
The decision-making process behind a major relocation
How to make values-based decisions in the face of fear
Outcome: A deeply personal story that validates the fears many Black parents carry and offers a pathway forward.
Topic 4: Navigating African Markets — What Companies Get Wrong (And How to Get It Right)
Best for: Corporate events, international business conferences, market expansion strategy sessions
What your audience will learn:
Why "emerging market" strategies fail in Africa
The cultural intelligence required to enter African markets successfully
How to hire, manage, and scale teams across the continent
Real case studies from Sandra's consulting work
Outcome: Business leaders gain actionable insights for navigating complexity and building sustainable operations in Africa.
Speaking Experience & Media
Sandra has delivered keynotes, workshops, and panels for audiences ranging from Fortune 500 companies to grassroots diaspora organizations.
Featured on:
ABC
Fox
CBC
iHeart Radio
Spoken at:
NAACP conferences
Palais de Congrès
Fortune 500 corporate summits
African diaspora summits
Entrepreneurship and women's leadership events
Audience sizes: 50 to 5,000+
What's Included When You Book Sandra
✅ Pre-event consultation — Sandra works with you to customize content to your audience's needs
✅ Professional delivery — Engaging keynotes, interactive workshops, or moderated panels (virtual or in-person)
✅ Actionable frameworks — Audiences leave with tools they can use immediately, not just inspiration
✅ Post-event resources — Digital handouts, frameworks, or follow-up materials (upon request)
✅ Promotion support — Sandra promotes your event to her audience of 10,000+ across YouTube, email, and social media
Beyond Speaking: Consulting & Advisory
In addition to speaking, Sandra offers consulting services for:
For Individuals & Families:
Relocation planning and strategy
Income generation roadmaps for life in Africa
Land purchase guidance and due diligence
Cultural integration support
For Companies:
African market entry strategy
Team building and hiring in Africa
Cross-cultural business operations
Partnership and vendor due diligence
Engagements: 1:1 strategy sessions, retainer-based advisory, project-based consulting
Let's talk about your event
Whether you're planning a conference, corporate summit, or community event, let's discuss how Sandra can serve your audience.
To inquire about speaking or consulting:
Please include:
Event name and date
Audience size and demographics
Preferred topic (or describe your needs)
Budget range (if applicable)
Virtual or in-person
Response time: Sandra or her team responds to all inquiries within 48 hours.
