About Us

Connecting Diaspora Business
Leaders Across Markets

Our Mission

We harness the collective influence of businesses and individuals within our diaspora network

BIND Associates’ mission is to leverage the collective influence of the businesses and individuals in our diaspora network, in partnership with local and global businesses and governments, to bring impact community growth.

Through our mission, we aim to harness the collective influence of businesses and individuals within our diaspora network, driving impact community growth.

Our Vision

Propelling business expansion, nurture community development, and foster global business collaborations.

Our vision is to be the niche transcontinental economic bridge that drives business growth, community growth, and global business partnerships—through our business-integrated network in the diaspora.

Our vision guides us to propel business expansion, nurture community development, and foster global business collaborations. We aim to catalyze growth through mutually beneficial connections.

About BIND Associates

The Business Integrated Network Diaspora (BIND) Associates is a consociate of advanced diaspora business owners & investors and our ally partners. We are an integrated network of visionary business owners with a shared passion for expanding our global footprint and community impact, particularly in Africa (and beyond).

Our founding associates are Native African Origin (NAO) business owners with notable community impact and who also engage in remittances to Africa or invest in Africa.

Leadership Team

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Nkem Okeke, MD, MPH, MBA, MSPM

Founder
Business | Healthcare | IT

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Ijeoma Ikoku-Okeke, BSEng, MBA

Co-Founder
Business | Energy | Finance

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Aham Onyike,MD, FAAOS,

C0-Founder
Business | Healthcare | IT

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Edward Botse-Baidoo, MD, MBA

Joseph Fah Esq., MBA

Chioma Nwaubani, PharmD

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Njideka Okonjo-Udochi, MD, MBA, MPH, MS

Membership

Flexible Membership Options for Businesses and Entrepreneurs

Created for entrepreneurs and companies looking to grow their networks, form strategic
partnerships, and explore opportunities in new markets. Our membership pathways are structured
to support businesses as they grow, ensuring that companies at different stages can engage and
find value in the network.

Ally Membership

$1,500/yr

1 million gross revenue
per year or less

Core Membership

$5,000/yr

$1 – $6 million gross
revenue per year

Core Plus Membership

$10,000/yr

More than $6 million gross
revenue per year

Membership Benefits

Business Growth

Networking &
Network Growth

ESG Program
Alignment/Opportunities

Peer Advisory &
Professional Development

Advocacy & Increased
Political Influence

Board Position
Opportunities Referrals

More Strategic
Visibility

Self-Care and
Fun Social Events

Be Part of the Movement

Start with becoming a part of our thriving diaspora business network. Let’s collaborate and innovate together for a brighter tomorrow globally!

The Business Integrated Network in the Diaspora (BIND) Associates is an integrated network of advanced diaspora business owners & investors and our ally partners. We proudly introduce ourselves as an integrated network of visionary business owners with a shared passion for expanding our global footprint & community impact, particularly in Africa (and beyond) advanced.

GET IN TOUCH

Contact Details

Email Address:
admin@bindassociates.org

Phone Number:
202-987-2667

Address: 1717 N Street NW, Ste. 1
Washington, DC 20036

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