African Design Magazine September 2016 | Page 76

Feature Design Mission African IDE generates business and investment in African Real Estate The organisation, IDE Consulting Services, is an international brand that has recently entered Africa, with the purpose of generating business and investment in Africa through table top summits. The organisation serves as a bridging platform to facilitate business in particular industries. In Africa, we have the skills, materials and institutions available, but sourcing these required skills and organisations is the cause of many stumbling blocks. I DE, through its annual summits inserts itself into an industry, bringing with it quality suppliers with accredited skills and renowned materials. These summits are by invitation only, and through table-top meetings as well as brainstormed networking opportunities; the summits serve as a business generator and boost in the industry. Currently, IDE hosts summits throughout the world, in India, the Middle East, Europe and Africa. IDE is currently working to boost the following industries in South Africa: real estate, investment, health and renewable energy. This November, IDE will be hosting the 16th Edition Design Mission Africa in Johannesburg, South Africa. Design Mission Africa is focused specifically on establishing a smooth pathway for the stakeholders of the real estate and development industry, in both the private and public sector. Throughout Africa, there are over 600 real estate projects at the summit. IDE bridges the gap between suppliers and buyers to solve trade challenges in order to meet project deadlines. With over 3500 pre-scheduled face to face meetings, Design Mission Africa aims to provide a lucrative platform for investment, growth and an aid in the completion of these projects. Collaboration is the key to success when dealing with projects in Africa, and IDE is providing the best platform for this growth in the table top event Design Mission Africa. Design Mission Africa is set to take place on 17th & 18th November 2016 at the Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa. 76 africandesignmagazine.com