Angola Convention Bureau
Julia Kleber is CEO of KLEBER GROUP, an internationally active consultancy shaping the future of travel, luxury, lifestyle, and sustainability through integrated 360° investment, marketing, and communications strategies. With an early international outlook and a strong foundation in intercultural communication, she leads a multicultural team serving destinations, airlines, hotel groups, and lifestyle brands across Europe, Africa, the UK, and the UAE.
Fluent in German, English, and Spanish, Julia’s career spans entrepreneurial ventures in Spain to driving KLEBER GROUP’s international expansion across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. Having grown up partly in South Africa, she has developed a strong global network and deep ties to the African tourism ecosystem. She is actively engaged in initiatives that connect public and private stakeholders, promote sustainable tourism development, and support investment and education within the hospitality sector.
Under her leadership, KLEBER GROUP helps clients navigate a rapidly evolving hospitality landscape through forward-thinking, impactful solutions that combine strategic insight with global market expertise.
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See why Africa isn’t an “emerging” story—it’s already reshaping global demographics, innovation and influence. Explore what’s happening on the ground, from fast‑growing sectors and FinTech to new convention infrastructure, connectivity and evolving public‑private models.
Go beyond numbers to understand how authenticity, sector focus and local storytelling turn events into experiences that spark relevance, pride and lasting impact. Learn what it means to design events with Africa, not just in Africa.
Learning outcomes:
Reframe Africa as a diverse set of markets, sectors and stories that require intentional, informed approaches
Recognize the forces shaping Africa—demographics, innovation, infrastructure and governance—and why they matter for event strategy today
Apply people‑first principles, including sector‑driven strategy and local storytelling
This session is approved for the following certifications.
* ICCA Skills Domain CICS/CICE: 0.75
* CMP/CEU Approved: Domain C: Sustainability and Social Impact Plan, 0.75 credits
* CSEP Approved