<p> RSVP to [email protected]</p><p>YOU ARE INVITED TO AN: International Conference on African Productivity AFRICA’S PROSPECTS BEYOND THE MELTDOWN! New Productivity Strategies and Diaspora Opportunities following the Global Economic Collapse</p><p>Edgar J. Ridley & Associates, Inc., in collaboration with African Profiles USA & Globe magazine, will host an evening of discussion on how a strategic change in mindset can advance Africa’s recovery. Featured speakers represent multiple disciplines from Africa and America.</p><p>DATE: Tuesday, September 22, 2009 TIME: Reception and cocktails 6:00 – 7:00 pm Discussion 7:00 – 9:00 pm PLACE: Neal D. Levin Graduate Institute of International Relations and Commerce for the State University of New York 116 East 55th Street, New York, NY (between Park/Lexington)</p><p>PARTICIPANTS: Edgar J. Ridley, President, Edgar J. Ridley & Associates, Inc. His Excellency Ibrahim Auwalu, Consul General of Nigeria Roderich “Rick” M. Carr, Managing Director, MKP Capital Management, L.L.C. Eloho Otobo, Director, United Nations Peacekeeping Kassahun Checole, Publisher, Africa World Press/Red Sea Press Dr. Ignatius Okonkwo, Earth Design Associates, Inc.</p><p>SEATING IS LIMITED FOR THIS EXCLUSIVE EVENT! RSVP to [email protected] Linda Ridley, Program Coordinator 212-316-9163</p>