{"id":29051,"date":"2022-05-04T17:46:15","date_gmt":"2022-05-04T15:46:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/?p=29051"},"modified":"2026-03-25T16:20:36","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T15:20:36","slug":"gurus-and-griots-the-next-step-in-developing-globally-competitive-business-leaders","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/gurus-and-griots-the-next-step-in-developing-globally-competitive-business-leaders\/","title":{"rendered":"Gurus and Griots: The next step in developing globally competitive business leaders"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\"><\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">min read<\/span><\/span>\n<p>Africa is often described as the next frontier for global growth in business and entrepreneurship. Over the last decade, the continent has experienced a boom in economic growth, and some of the world\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldbank.org\/en\/region\/afr\/overview#1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fastest-growing economies<\/a> today are located there. Therefore, emerging business leaders need to understand Africa\u2019s history, cultures and innovations in order to remain globally competitive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/africacenter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IE Africa Center<\/a> has been vital in bringing these unique African perspectives to IE University. The center\u2019s purpose is to change the way executives understand African innovation, and how its physical and intellectual contributions have shaped the modern world. Its mission is to highlight African solutions to global challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The IE Africa Center presents Gurus and Griots<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>As part of its purpose, the IE Africa Center launched the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/africacenter\/program\/gurus-and-griots\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gurus and Griots<\/a> program in 2021. Gurus and Griots is a trailblazing academic accelerator that gives African and Afro-descendant leaders a platform to showcase unique solutions to global problems. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The cohort-based fellowship selects the best talent to participate in the year-long program. It is designed for African and Afro-descendant leaders in business, policy, and academia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns right-image is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Gurus-and-Griots1.jpg\" alt=\"Gurus and Griots: The next step in developing globally competitive business leaders\" class=\"wp-image-29053\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Gurus-and-Griots1.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Gurus-and-Griots1-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Gurus-and-Griots1-150x97.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Gurus-and-Griots1-585x379.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"could-the-master-in-management-be-exactly-what-you-re-looking-for-too-let-s-dig-deeper-to-discover-if-this-program-is-right-for-your-career-goals\">Fellows are divided into two groups: gurus\u2014practitioners with influential business theories and ideas, and griots\u2014intellectual innovators who focus on academic research.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The fellows also get a chance to incorporate their work into various IE University programs. They collaborate with IE faculty to develop multimedia educational material for IE University students and alumni, as well as corporate partners and academic peers. Furthermore, the fellows can represent the university on the public stage in forums such as summits and conferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Celebrating the first cohort<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The inaugural cohort of Gurus and Griots fellows recently graduated from the program. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/feliciaappenteng\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Felicia Appenteng<\/a>, Chair of IE Africa Center, flagged off the celebrations. She explains that the goal was to \u201cidentify, nurture, and launch African and Afro-descendant expertise into the IE ecosystem.\u201d The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/university\/news-events\/news\/ie-africa-center-celebrates-inaugural-gurus-griots-cohort-event-ie-tower\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ceremony<\/a> was held at the IE Tower in Madrid on March 31st.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to Felicia, \u201cprograms like this give us a chance to find cutting-edge experts in negotiation, leadership and innovation\u2026 and to invite them to be a part of our community.\u201d She was excited to note that \u201call this great content is now going to live inside the IE University classrooms.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Meet the graduating class<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The inaugural cohort of the Gurus and Griots fellowship are movers and shakers in their own right. They shape the business landscape, both in Africa and the diaspora.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns left-image is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"we-re-proud-of-our-dynamic-program-alumni-who-have-landed-roles-that-earn-them-an-average-annual-salary-of-37-209\">The impressive list of fellows represents expertise in various industries, ranging from finance, venture capital, entrepreneurship and development.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Gurus-and-Griots2.jpg\" alt=\"Gurus and Griots: The next step in developing globally competitive business leaders\" class=\"wp-image-29054\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Gurus-and-Griots2.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Gurus-and-Griots2-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Gurus-and-Griots2-150x97.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Gurus-and-Griots2-585x379.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Ghana-born native, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/davidharlley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">David Harlley<\/a>, is the CEO and managing partner of the venture firm, Third Way Capital. The company focuses on making long-term investments in African SMEs. He recently started teaching a class called \u201cDistributive Capitalism\u201d at IE University.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/akinkunmi-akinnola-70189149\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Akinkunmi Akinnola<\/a> is Associate Vice President &#8211; Inclusion, Diversity &amp; Equity at Foresters Financial. His 15-year career has given him immeasurable experience in the energy, advertising and non-profit sectors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/ayulijemide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ayuli Jemide<\/a> is a solicitor, founder and author based in Nigeria. He is the lead partner of Detail Commercial Solicitors. Ayuli is also the author of <em>ListenEveryHow: How Negotiations Work<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>CEO at Ghana Enterprises Agency, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/kosi-yankey-7b09a711\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kosi Yankey<\/a>, is a powerhouse. She has been instrumental in shaping the startup and micro, small and medium enterprise sectors in the country. Kosi uses her skills in capital markets, venture capital and equities to develop entrepreneurial programs for MSMEs in Ghana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/raphaelani\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Raphael Chibueze Ani<\/a> works as the global business development lead for construction at the Project Management Institute. This senior executive has a wealth of experience in developing new market opportunities through innovative solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Be a part of the next Gurus and Griots<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>IE University has always been committed to equality and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/diversity-the-key-to-an-open-and-global-mindset-at-ie-university\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">diversity<\/a>. 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