Laurence Robertson is a British politician who served as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Tewkesbury from 1997 to 2024. A member of the Conservative Party, he chaired the Northern Ireland Affairs Committee for seven years, from 2010 to 2017.

Karen Taylor has been involved in promoting African trade and investment since 2014. She joined the Business Council For Africa in 2015 and in 2017 completed a merger with Invest Africa; creating the leading business and investment platform for Africa, in the UK. She has more than twenty years’ experience in the events industry within private and listed events companies in the UK. Her background includes business development activity in acquisitions and joint ventures in the UK and in the developing markets of China, Russia, Africa and Dubai.

Congolese economist, geopolitical analyst, and international media consultant with over two decades of experience in diplomacy, strategic communications, and diaspora affairs. A former diplomat, he has contributed to Voice of America for over 13 years and serves as a diplomatic correspondent for Medi1 TV and a consultant to VoxAfrica TV. He is also an expert-consultant to the Egmont Institute and co-founder of the African Diaspora Network in Europe (ADNE). Mr. N'Zouzi has moderated and officiated major international events, including the African Union Heads of State Summit on Positive Masculinity, Pre-COP27, and the 2024 presidential inauguration in the DRC. A strong advocate for intercultural dialogue, he brings to the Chamber a unique perspective on African diplomacy, media, and stakeholder engagement.

Tim Morris is a former diplomat, now a Director and founder of a company promoting overseas trade and investment, primarily in Africa. He is a former British Ambassador (to Morocco, Mauritania, DRC, South Sudan), and promoter of international business and diplomat. He adds value to business strategies and the leadership of organisations. He speaks on Africa and development issues, chair trustees at a charity and am involved in a range of voluntary and business activities including chairing a specialist finance house and coaching. He is skilled in FDI work, political advocacy and in public policy. Tim speaks French, Spanish and Japanese.

Indigo Ellis, based in London, is currently a Manager, International Relations and Portfolio Growth at BHP. Indigo Ellis brings experience from previous roles at J.S. Held LLC and Africa Matters Limited. Indigo Ellis holds a MSc in Theory and History of International Relations @ The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)

Susanna Toth Lee, a seasoned CEO with over 30 years of experience, leads an extensive network of multidisciplinary business leaders, spanning from investment to sales. She is dedicated to supporting and expediting market entry, expansion, investment, improved profits, brand recognition, increased value, and growth in the UK, Hungary, UAE, Canada, and the CEE region with her HBBA GLOBAL’s international team of advisers. Susanna aims to assist overseas partners in accelerating sustainable growth, overcoming cross-cultural barriers, achieving their goals, generating substantial profits, and capitalising on technology to facilitate growth. Susanna has been a driving force in supporting the growth of organisations. Her expertise lies in developing effective communication strategies and reviewing and implementing processes to ensure the success of her clients.