Bisila Bokoko facts for kids
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Bisila Bokoko
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Bisila África Bokoko Toichoa
June 26, 1974 Valencia, Spain
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| Nationality | Spanish-American |
| Alma mater | City College of New York Colegio CEU San Pablo Valencia |
| Occupation | Businesswoman |
Bisila Bokoko (born June 26, 1974) is a Spanish-born American businesswoman. She started and leads BBES (Bisila Bokoko Embassy Services). This company helps brands from different countries grow their business around the world. Before starting BBES, she was the executive director of the Spain-US Chamber of Commerce in New York City from 2005 to 2012.
Bisila was born and grew up in Spain. Her parents were from Equatorial Guinea. She later became a citizen of the United States.
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About Bisila Bokoko
Bisila Bokoko was born in Valencia, Spain. Her family comes from the Bubi people in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea. She once said, "I am a cultural hybrid." This means she has a mix of cultures. She was born in Spain to African parents. Then she became an American citizen. She has lived in New York City for many years.
Bisila studied a lot to prepare for her career. In 1998, she earned a master's degree in Business Administration and Economics. She got this from Universidad San Pablo in Madrid, Spain. That same year, she also studied British Law at the University of Manchester. In 2003, she completed another master's degree. This was in International Relations at the City College of New York.
Her Career Journey
Bisila Bokoko began her career in 1997. She worked at a law firm in Valencia, Spain. From 1999 to 2005, she was a director at IVEX. This organization helped Spanish businesses sell their products in the US. These products included food, drinks, and other goods.
From 2005 to 2012, Bisila led the Spain-US Chamber of Commerce. This group helps businesses from Spain and the US work together. In 2010, she started her own wine brand called Bisila Wines. These wines are made in Spain.
In 2012, she opened BBES. This is her company in New York. It helps businesses in fashion, lifestyle, and arts grow globally. In 2019, Bisila was featured in a special catalog. It was called Polaris and highlighted people in humanities.
Bisila as a Speaker
Bisila Bokoko is also a business and motivational speaker. She gives talks to inspire people. She is represented by the Washington Speakers Bureau. This is the same group that represents famous leaders.
In 2014, she helped host an awards ceremony. It was for women in business in Geneva, Switzerland. Bisila also speaks for other groups. These include Pikolinos, Agatha Ruiz de la Prada, and The Liceu Barcelona Opera House US Foundation.
Bisila as an Author
In 2023, Bisila Bokoko wrote her first book. It is called "Todos Tenemos Una Historia Que Contar." This means "We All Have a Story to Tell." The book shares her personal story. It talks about her journey in life and business.
Helping Others (Philanthropy)
In 2009, Bisila started a special project. It is called BBALP. This stands for Bisila Bokoko African Literacy Project. It is a non-profit group in New York City. BBALP helps promote reading and writing in Africa. They do this by opening libraries. Their motto is: "with a book, you are never alone." BBALP has libraries in Ghana, Kenya, Zimbabwe, and Uganda.
In 2013, Bisila hosted an event at the United Nations. It was to support the Maasai tribe in Kenya. Through the Maasai Project, over 1,600 Maasai women make beautiful shoes and bags. They embroider leather by hand. This helps them earn money and keep their culture alive.
Bisila is also an advisor for a United Nations program. This program helps women in Latin America, Africa, and the Middle East. It teaches them skills to start their own businesses.
Awards and Recognition
Bisila Bokoko has received several awards for her work.
- In 2019, she was named "Citizen of the World." This award came from the Hospitality Committee for the United Nations Delegations.
- In 2020, she was on the cover of Vogue Business magazine. She shared her story of moving to the US and building her career.
- In 2023, Vanity Fair magazine featured her. They put her on their "Best Dressed List." They called her "The Most Elegant."
See also
In Spanish: Bisila Bokoko para niños
