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Haiti Tech Summit 2018


Haiti Tech Summit 2018 - panel discussion

We are living in a fast changing business environment with the accelerated use of technology and communication systems. This year I’ve had to form strategic partnerships with tech platforms for greater efficiency in business transactions. For example, one partnership in place is with AreaProbe, a debt finance tech platform that connects real estate developers with capital and market studies; which helps to assist clients with making confident and informed decisions.

Decameron, Haiti

When presented with the opportunity to attend the 2018 Haiti Tech Summit in Decameron, Haiti this summer, I saw a chance to connect with local entrepreneurs and creatives, global industry leaders and investors to exchange innovative practices, and be apart of of the new emerging market in Haiti. It now has been a week since returning from Haiti and attending the summit; and I am grateful for the connections made and the experience. Christine Souffrant Ntim, the founder of Haiti Tech Summit, hosted a global and revolutionary event, which is apart of a 13 year initiative seeking to disrupt Haiti’s ecosystem. With the collaboration and energy I witnessed, I believe the results of the partnerships formed will influence this revolution.

Haiti’s historical narrative has been synonymous with extreme poverty, homelessness, political instability, natural disasters, poor infrastructure, and international aid; which has challenged the country’s ability to ensure long term redevelopment plans. The Haiti Tech Summit created an ecosystem to address local needs in urban area and sectors such as transportation, education, and commerce through technology. It will only be a matter of time before the drive and pace of this emerging market spur long term investment - infrastructure, small business development, clean energy, etc. One benefit that may come from this fast growing market is a shift in national economic distribution and competition with global markets; and on the hand, challenged by attempts to stifle growth by those protecting and preserving historic methods of business and investment practices.

The shift and fearless growth taking place will be met with new rules, competition, innovation, and market changes. The resilience of Haitians and their revolutionary spirit will sustain this disruption; creating a new narrative for Haiti's future. Needless to say, I will be building partnerships, supporting Haitian businesses, and attending #HaitiTechSummit2019!

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