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GFH Financial Group of Bahrain sponsors the World Business Angels Investment Forum 2024

GFH Financial Group, with assets and funds under management exceeding US$19 billion, and the World Business Angels Investment Forum (WBAF), an affiliated partner of the G20 Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion (GPFI), aim to create a transformative experience for all congress participants by emphasizing the importance of financial inclusion and the role of startups in achieving sustainable development through...

WBAF Joins UNIDO’s Council on Ethanol Clean Cooking (CECC)

The World Business Angels Investment Forum (WBAF) has officially joined the Council on Ethanol Clean Cooking (CECC), an initiative hosted by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). The Council aims to create a sustainable ethanol industry and establish value chains in developing countries by sharing best practices, providing technical assistance, and advancing technologies.  As an affiliated partner of the...

Eastern Africa: Unveiling the Entrepreneurial Landscape

Baybars Altuntas, Executive Chairman of the World Business Angels Investment Forum (WBAF), undertook a study visit to Eastern African countries from 18 to 26 July. His observations, documented in an article for the Angel Investor Review, delve into the main dynamics of Eastern Africa with a particular focus on Ethiopia, Madagascar, Mauritius, and Seychelles. Eastern Africa is a region teeming...

HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Bahrain to Patronize WBAF 2024 in November

Bahrain Emerges as the Next Global Champion: Poised to Host and Elevate WBAF World Congress Legacy Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the Kingdom of Bahrain is gearing up to host the 2024 WBAF World Congress of Angel Investors (WBAF 2024), marking a significant moment for the...

Macedonia Emerges as a Global Hub for Leadership Education

Macedonia, the historic land that once nurtured the legendary Alexander the Great, is now emerging as a global center for leadership education. Drawing inspiration from its illustrious past, where Alexander’s strategic prowess and visionary leadership left an indelible mark on the world, modern Macedonia is cultivating a new generation of leaders. Educational institutions across the country are leveraging this...

WBAF Financial Inclusion Conference at the London Stock Exchange Set to Redefine Tomorrow’s Financial Landscape on May 7th

WBAF Financial Inclusion Conference hosted by the World Business Angels Investment Forum (WBAF) - an affiliated partner of the G20 Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion (GPFI), stands as a testament to the commitment of the World Business Angels Investment Forum to serve as a catalyst for positive transformations in the financial landscape, bringing together diverse perspectives and expertise to...

Georgia State University and World Business Angel Investment Forum Join Forces to Foster Global Innovation and Financial Inclusion

Georgia State University and the World Business Angel Investment Forum have come together in a collaborative effort to promote global innovation and financial inclusion. The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) marks a significant milestone in their partnership, reflecting a shared dedication to enhancing entrepreneurship on a worldwide scale. This landmark collaboration aims to augment and amplify the...

World’s Largest Startup Incubator, T-Hub, Partners with WBAF for Smart Finance and Innovative Financial Collaboration

The World Business Angels Investment Forum, an affiliated partner of the G20 Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion (GPFI), and the T-Hub, the largest startup incubator in the world, collaborates to connect Indian startups with global investors through the WBAF’s Global Fundraising Stage. The forthcoming Global Fundraising Stages are scheduled for May 6th at the London Stock Exchange...

Multilateral Diplomacy’s Key Role in Advancing UN’s 2050 Agenda and Net Zero Entrepreneurship

Multilateral diplomacy, which entails cooperation among diverse entities from different nations, regions, and sectors, is essential for tackling intricate global challenges. In her article, Dr. Ingrid Vasiliu-Feltes emphasizes the pivotal role of multilateral diplomacy in promoting the UN's 2050 agenda and nurturing entrepreneurship centered around achieving net zero goals. As a Senior Senator at the World Business Angels Investment...

Gulf’s Bahrain Transforms into Thriving Regional Entrepreneurial Hub

World Class Startup Magazine is pleased  to feature Feryal Abdulla Nass, a prominent female leader hailing from the Gulf region. She serves as the High Commissioner for Bahrain within the World Business Angels Investment Forum (WBAF) and holds the esteemed role of Country Office Director for WBAF in Bahrain. Additionally, she holds the position of Vice Chair at the...