Meet Patricia Kenneth-Divine
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/honpkdbusinessspecialist/
Patricia Kenneth-Divine is a distinguished leader in international trade, investment, and diplomacy, with over 20 years of experience bridging markets across the UK, Europe, Asia, and Africa. As the Director of the International Centre for Protocol and Diplomacy (ICPD) and Principal Consultant at Synergy Systems Consults (UK), she specializes in leveraging “soft power” and diplomatic protocol as strategic tools for global economic growth.
Throughout her career, Patricia has demonstrated a profound commitment to the following pillars of global excellence:Strategic Trade Advisory, A former International Trade Adviser for the UK Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (now DBT), she has advised hundreds of British companies on market entry and high-value projects in sectors ranging from renewable energy to oil and gas.
Diplomatic Leadership: As President of the Global Protocol and Diplomatic Network (GPDN), she oversees initiatives in over 55 countries, fostering global ethics and governance. Her work has been recognized with the prestigious GAB Award – Gathering of Africa’s Best for her contributions to promoting a positive global image for Africa.
Empowering Women in Trade: A dedicated advocate within the Organization of Women in International Trade (OWIT), she champions the professional growth of women-led businesses, providing the resources and networking necessary to scale on a global stage.
Global Education & Mentorship: Through the Global Education Executive Programme (GEEP), she has trained over 500 professionals in strategic leadership, Diplomacy and International Relations. She is also the founder of specialized internship programs that equip young women/ youths with the diplomatic tools required for international business.
Patricia is a visionary leader dedicated to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, integrating gender equality and inclusive trade practices into the heart of global commerce. She is currently leading the transition into the Index Era by developing the first-ever Protocol Practice Index (PPI) to standardize and measure diplomatic excellence worldwide.