“Islamic Microfinance: An Inclusive Approach with Special Reference to Pakistan”
Muhammad Khaleequzzsaman
International Islamic University, Islamabad Pakistan

Using Pakistan as an example, Mr. Khaleequzzsaman will present a framework for extending the scope of Islamic microfinance.

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“Unraveling the Delinquency Problem (2008-2009) in Punjab, Pakistan”
Hussan-Gano Burki
Deputy Chief of Party, USAID Contractor

Ms. Burki will present an overview of research commissioned by the Pakistan Microfinance Network (PMN) that examines the extent and nature of the delinquency problem in the Punjab region.

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KEYNOTE SPEAKER

“I See Firsthand How Microfinance is Transforming”
Jim Frantz
Opportunity International Latin America (OILA), Colombia

Jim has overseen growth in the region from less 4,000 to over 93,000 clients
(Moderated by Sam Serio, Regional Director, Opportunity International)

LUNCH (compliments of The Charlotte Symphony Guild)

Mr. Mike Miller, President of Pfeiffer University
Dr. Tracy Espy, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Pfeiffer University

“Microfinance Development Services of IDEAS”
Dr. Carter Garber, Executive Director
IDEAS (Institute for Development Evaluation Assistance and Solutions)

Dr. Garber will share his experiences in implementing micro-franchising in helping to address the issue of the high failure rate of microenterprises in growing into successful small businesses.

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“Prospects for Microfinance in the West Bank”
Dr. Dwight Haase
University of Toledo

Using the West Bank as an example, Dr. Haase discusses the broader social political milieu in which microfinance institutions operate when attempting to alleviate poverty.

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