On the occasion of Inspire & Connect in Dakar, Maylis DENIS and Karim HERIDA spoke as representatives of HERIJE, our subsidiary created alongside KENEO, to carry a strong vision: that of an ambitious, structured, and sustainable African sports events industry.
At the heart of the Place des Rendez-vous, as part of the Senegal Vision 2050 program, they presented our 7 key areas of expertise – from strategic consulting to hospitality experiences – with a particular focus on Paris 2024, the initiatives undertaken, and the lessons learned from this adventure. They also shared our commitment to fostering a new generation of international events (GESI), with the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games serving as a springboard.
A continent in motion, talent in abundance, a shared ambition: combining international innovation and local expertise to build legacy-driven projects in the service of African youth and sport.
Many thanks to Bpifrance and the organizers for providing this platform. The future is a team effort, and we are proud to be part of the game.
Christophe Plastre, Seydou Horvilleur, Nicolas Dufourcq, Igor Juzon, Bruno Billiere, Libasse Souare, Valérie Fignon, Vincent de Bary
