Hill Harper Joins 2025 Global Entrepreneurship Festival Speakers

Award-winning actor to deliver keynote, inspire with purpose-driven leadership in Accra.!!

By Poulami Nag

Dr. Hill Harper, the award-winning actor, bestselling author, Harvard-trained attorney and global thought leader, has been confirmed as a speaker at the 2025 Global Entrepreneurship Festival in Accra, Ghana. The summit runs November 21–23 at La Palm Royal Beach Hotel and Resort, gathering innovators and changemakers from around the world.

Hill Harper Joins 2025 Global Entrepreneurship Festival Speakers
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Hill Harper’s Multifaceted Career

Harper has built a remarkable résumé over two decades. Known to television audiences for starring roles on CSI: NY and The Good Doctor, he’s also the author of several bestselling books, including Letters to a Young Brother, manifesting his passion for empowerment and social justice. A graduate of Harvard Law School, Dr. Harper served on the Obama Cancer Panel and has been a vocal champion of wealth equity and purpose-driven leadership.

Entrepreneur And Mentor

As founder of the Manifest Your Destiny Foundation, Dr. Harper has impacted thousands of underserved youth through mentorship and education. He’s a visionary entrepreneur, co-owning Roasting Plant Coffee and International House Hotel, and co-founding North End Entertainment. Through these ventures, Harper has created platforms that merge business rigor with community uplift.

In a recent Instagram post, Dr. Harper shared his excitement:
“Dr. Hill Harper, award-winning actor, bestselling author, Harvard-trained attorney, and global thought leader on legacy, equity, and empowerment.
As the founder of the Manifest Your Destiny Foundation, Dr. Harper has impacted thousands of underserved youth through mentorship and education. He’s also a visionary entrepreneur and co-owner of Roasting Plant Coffee, International House Hotel, and co-founder of North End Entertainment. From the Obama Cancer Panel to the global stage, Dr. Harper champions purpose-driven leadership and wealth equity.”

Hill Harper Joins 2025 Global Entrepreneurship Festival Speakers
Image: Instagram

Global Entrepreneurship Festival Details

The Global Entrepreneurship Festival (GEF) is organized by the Global Entrepreneurship Network and aims to connect entrepreneurs, investors and policy-makers. Since its inception, GEF has showcased groundbreaking startups and influential leaders. The 2025 edition in Accra will feature panel discussions, one-on-one mentorship sessions and networking opportunities designed to accelerate high-impact ventures.

Harper will join a distinguished roster of speakers addressing topics such as digital innovation, sustainable development and social impact. His keynote is expected to focus on legacy building, inclusive growth and strategies for equipping underrepresented communities with the tools to thrive in the global economy.

Why Accra?

Ghana’s capital has emerged as a dynamic hub for tech startups and creative industries in West Africa. The government’s investment in infrastructure, coupled with a young, tech-savvy population, makes Accra an ideal setting for GEF’s mission to foster entrepreneurship as a catalyst for social change.

Dr. Harper’s participation highlights the event’s global reach and commitment to diversity. His work—spanning film, literature, law and business—embodies the blend of creativity and leadership that GEF celebrates.

Looking ahead, this appearance in Accra is poised to reinforce Harper’s advocacy for equity, empower a new generation of founders and strengthen ties between African and international entrepreneurial ecosystems. As registration opens at www.globalentrepreneurshipfestival.com, emerging and seasoned entrepreneurs alike are gearing up for three days of inspiration, connection and action.

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Hill Harper was nominated for an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for his role in 'CSI: NY'.
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Poulami is an associate editor. She did her MA in English from Miranda House, University of Delhi and has qualified UGC-NET. She also holds a PG diploma in Editing and Publishing from Jadavpur University. Her journey as a content writer began in 2017 and since then, Poulami has garnered diverse interests along the way.

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