Isabelle Defoe – Director, Trade and Coffee Import

Isabelle Defoe is an experienced trade specialist and business leader with a focus on import/export, agribusiness, and market access between the UK and Africa. As Director of Trade and Coffee Import at the UK–Africa Business Summit, she plays a central role in facilitating partnerships, promoting sustainable trade opportunities, and supporting African producers to access global markets. Isabelle is passionate about inclusive trade, ethical sourcing, and strengthening commercial ties that empower smallholder farmers and exporters across Africa.