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Building leaders across the diaspora.
Celebrating 13 years of community, connection & impact.
PAYA is now The ICON Network.
A new chapter begins.

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Welcome to ICON Network, a curated leadership platform for the African diaspora designed to turn individual excellence into collective impact through values aligned leaders, curated spaces, and coordinated collaboration and execution.  ICON Network was built on the simple belief that when the right minds connect, everything changes.

Together with @amplifyafrica, we are creating rooms where ideas are sharpened, opportunities are unlocked, and Africa’s next level of leadership is shaped, intentionally, and powerfully.

ICON is for:
- Those building with intention and responsibility.
- Those thinking long-term about legacy, not just success.
- Those who believe collaboration multiplies impact.
- Those who understand that access, alignment, and shared vision create collective power.

Stay tuned for what we have in store in 2026 and beyond! by @icons.network

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9 months ago

It’s official. ✨ Introducing The ICON Network, a global nonprofit community launched in collaboration with Amplify Africa to develop and empower the next generation of ICONs.

A movement where Africans everywhere have the access, visibility, and community to thrive.
A movement that amplifies purpose-driven leadership, celebrates culture, and redefines what it means to be an ICON.

Formerly known as PAYA, The ICON Network continues a 13-year legacy of empowering African professionals, creatives, entrepreneurs and students to lead with purpose.

Follow @icons.network and visit iconnetwork.org to join the waitlist for more information.

The legacy continues. The movement begins. ✨ by @icons.network

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a year ago

Because building a strong network isn’t about knowing everyone in the room. It’s about building relationships worth continuing after you leave it.

Swipe through for The ICON Guide to Networking → and save this one for the next room you walk into.

#TheICONNetwork #Networking #ProfessionalDevelopment #Leadership #Community by @icons.network

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15 hours ago

The ICON Network is heading to Lagos! 🇳🇬

This fall, we’re joining Diaspora Week Lagos, an immersive experience bringing the global diaspora together at the intersection of culture, creativity, business, technology, fashion, art, and film.

From Lagos Fashion Week and ART X Lagos to AFRIFF, CANEX, Moonshot by TechCabal, and the Africa Prosperity Summit, we’re excited to experience one of the most dynamic weeks on the Lagos calendar alongside a global community of leaders, founders, creatives, and changemakers.

MEET US THERE!

📍 Lagos, Nigeria
Fashion & Tech: Oct 27 – Nov 1
Art & Film: Nov 4 – Nov 9
Full Immersion: Oct 27 – Nov 9

Visit diasporaweekafrica.com for more information.

#TheICONNetwork #DiasporaWeekLagos #DiasporaWeek #Lagos #africandiaspora by @icons.network

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5 days ago

The right mentor doesn’t just give you advice, they help you see what’s possible for yourself. 💡

At The ICON Network, we believe meaningful mentorship can be a catalyst for growth, confidence, and opportunity. The people you choose to learn from matter. Seek mentors who challenge your thinking, recognize your potential, and create space for you to grow into the leader you’re becoming.

Ready to find the right mentor for your next chapter? Applications for ICON Assembly, our mentorship program designed to connect the next generation of leaders with experienced professionals, are now open.

Apply today and take the next step in your growth. www.iconnetwork.org/mentorship

Original video via @the_leadership_lighthouse
Featuring insights from @johncmaxwell by @icons.network

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10 days ago

As we celebrate Black Business Month, we want to hear from you.

Tag a Black-owned business, founder or entrepreneur you love, support or simply think more people should know about. Let’s use our network to give them their flowers and put more eyes on the incredible businesses being built within our community.

Drop their @ below👇🏾 by @icons.network

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a month ago

The deadline to join ICON Assembly is quickly approaching.

If you’re an emerging professional, founder, creative, or innovator looking for mentorship, meaningful connections, and access to leaders who can help you navigate what’s next, there’s still time to put yourself in the room.

One application could lead to one conversation, one relationship, or one opportunity that changes your trajectory.

Don’t wait until the deadline passes. Apply today at www.iconnetwork.org/mentorship by @icons.network

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a month ago

Growth isn’t just about having the right answers. Sometimes, it starts with asking the right questions.

The right mentor can help you see opportunities differently, make more informed decisions, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

That’s what ICON Assembly was created to provide: intentional mentorship, meaningful relationships, and access to leaders who are invested in helping the next generation grow.

Swipe through for a few questions worth asking yourself at this stage of your journey.
Applications for ICON Assembly are closing soon.
Apply today at www.iconnetwork.org/mentorship by @icons.network

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a month ago

One conversation can change everything.

The most transformative moments in our careers often don’t begin with a promotion or funding, they begin with a relationship.
That’s why we created ICON Assembly: to connect emerging professionals, founders, creatives, and innovators with leaders who are willing to share their experience, challenge your thinking, and invest in your growth.

The conversation that changes your trajectory could be one application away.

Applications for ICON Assembly are closing soon.
Apply today at www.iconnetwork.org/mentorship. by @icons.network

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2 months ago

The best mentors don’t just give advice, they change the way you think, lead, and grow.

As Maura shares, great mentorship is built on trust, support, and creating the space for others to learn through experience.

That’s the vision behind ICON Assembly.

If you’ve been looking for guidance, meaningful connections, and a community that wants to see you succeed, this is your opportunity.

Applications for ICON Assembly are closing soon.
Apply today at www.iconnetwork.org/mentorship.

🎥: World Class Global by @icons.network

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3 months ago

Wondering what it’s actually like to be part of ICON Assembly?

Think of this as your inside look.

If you’re ready to accelerate your personal and professional growth alongside leaders who are invested in your success, this is where your journey begins.

Swipe through the guide, then submit your application at: www.iconnetwork.org/mentorship by @icons.network

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3 months ago

The right mentor can change the trajectory of your career, business, and leadership journey.
ICON Assembly was created to connect emerging professionals, founders, creatives, and innovators with leaders who have already navigated the rooms, challenges, and opportunities you’re working toward.
Whether you’re looking for guidance, community, accountability, or access, this program is designed to help you grow with intention.
If you’re ready to invest in your next chapter, we’d love to have you join us.
Applications are now open.
Apply today: www.iconnetwork.org/mentorship by @icons.network

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4 months ago