Job creation and innovation for sustainable development Fiera di Roma 15-16-17 May 2019 Organized by:
Sustainability, Best Practices and Business: the role of innovation The success of business in development cooperation passes through sustainability: The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as opportunities for the private sector. EXCO2019 is the first and only global expo dedicated to the innovative solutions provided by the actors of development cooperation: national and international agencies, governments, financial institutions, civil society and in particular, the private sector. During EXCO2019, the players active in the field and those willing to enter development cooperation, will have the possibility to meet financial Institutions, Government representatives, development agencies and international organizations, in order to engage in new business relationships aimed at creating partnerships to find solutions for sustainable development. EXCO2019 introduces an innovative bouquet of coordinated formats: EXPO B2B WORKSHOP & CONFERENCE AUCTION FLOOR COUNTRY PITCHES The different formats combination offers exhibitors and participants a complete and structured model of business interaction.
Format #1 The Expo 30,000 SQM of exhibition space for innovative products and services. Priority Areas Infrastructure Housing and Construction Processing technologies Energy ICT Agriculture and irrigation Food safety and preservation Logistics and transportation Healthcare and sanitary equipment Disaster prevention Education and Training Environmental sustainability Democratic governance Fair trade Agribusiness value chain Industrialization 4.0 Format #2 B2B The event will see the participation of international delegations from the geographical area chosen for the first edition i.e. the African region. The delegates will be representatives of institutions and/or personalities with competence on portfolios of strategic development projects: ministries, associations, chambers of commerce, banks, agencies, etc. The preliminary list of countries is as follows: Algeria, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Ivory Coast, Morocco, Mozambique, Nigeria, Republic of Guinea, Republic of South Africa, Rwanda, Senegal, Somalia, Sudan and Togo.
Format #3 Workshop & Conference EXCO2019 is a original platform composed of workshops and conferences centered around the main theme of Job creation and innovation for sustainable development. The organization of this platform will be supported by the EXCO2019 Scientific Committee composed by eminent experts from important sectors and institutions. Format #4 Auction Floor This Format will constitute an event within the event. EXCO2019 will in fact promote, within a dedicated section, a selection of valuable projects that already passed accurate examination under specific criteria, to be presented to potential sponsors, as impact investors and other significant players of the development sector. After attentive selection effected with the support of the European Commission, the promotors of these projects will have the possibility to stage their offer to be viewed by a highly specialized audience: sponsors, exhibitors, foundations, donors, etc. Format #5 Country Pitches Country Pitches is a decisive format, offering governments and delegations a privileged presentation platform of the needs and opportunities of investment more strategic in their countries. This to a highly qualified audience of enterprises and investors, both public and private. High level sessions, to attract the interest of investors in strategic fields of sustainable development, to meet key areas of need in the target countries. A program to offer delegations and officials immediate and direct feedback from the investors, thus creating a favorable environment for investment creation. Sessions and B2B meetings to generate additional interest and response, enhancing and widening the EU-Africa dialogue, and not only, during EXCO2019.
The Actors of International Cooperation Institutions: European Union and Parliament / United Nations Rome based Agencies / International and Regional Institutions / Governments / Ministries / Development Agencies / Local Governments / Chambers of Commerce / Universities / Research Centers Non-profit & Actors for Impact: NGOs / Fair trade organizations / Ethical finance and international micro-credit development organizations / Impact Funds / Foundations / Fourth sector companies / Organizations and associations of immigrant communities / trade-unions Private Sector: Companies, commercial banks, investment funds, pension funds, cooperatives
Special Theme Areas JOB FAIR: Training and job opportunities for young people who envisage their future in the extraordinary world of International Cooperation Job orientation interviews Selection interviews with buyers and companies Recruiting Day/s OPPORTUNITY FAIR: Presentation of the European Union s External Investment Plan. Presentation of projects to support the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) envisaged in the 2030 Agenda. Presentation of projects by NGOs and other success stories Programs and initiatives by the UN based agencies in Rome (FAO, IFAD, WFP).
The Goals of EXCO2019: A great opportunity for the sector of international development cooperation. Three days full of contacts, meetings and insights Blending supply and demand Boost new business opportunities for the private sector Encourage and support best practices Foster business synergies and partnerships for innovative solutions Facilitate future agreements Enable coordination of actions Align private sector solutions to public policies and priorities Enable positive matching of technological solutions with real needs Promote and encourage the training of future players of development cooperation Inspire sustainable development Visitors: The audience of international cooperation Professionals and buyers from Italy, Europe, Africa and beyond. International Cooperation volunteers and operators, Diplomatic Representatives, Professional Associations and Universities.
Exco Conference under the patronage of: Under the patronage of: Venue: Fiera di Roma Dates: 15-16-17 May 2019 Opening Hours: from 10.00 AM to 6.00 PM daily Entrance: Free with Registration Media Partner: Organized by: www.exco2019.com info@exco2019.com