The Event Xperience Africa 2023 Conference Schedule
5.00pm-8.00pm
Opening Cocktail Ceremony
@ Mera Mera Lagos
7.00am-9.00am
Registration/Breakfast/Networking
9.00am- 9.10am
Opening Montage
9.15am- 9.25am
Opening Address
9.30am -10.05am
Opening Keynote Presentation
10.05am-11.25am
Panel Session: Beyond The Craft, Create The Experience, Tell a Story
Precious Thamaga Mazibuko (Precious Celebrations South Africa) Wisdom Obeng Nyarko(Mens Cook, Ghana), Pearl Ilolo (Décor by Furtullah, Nigeria) , Emeka Amafor (Bedge Pictures, Nigeria), Henry Oji (Big H) Kola Oshalusi & Omotunde Ibironke ( Bella Naija) gives us a peek into how they leverage on storytelling in building their brands and also curating experiences for their clients.
11.30am-12.30pm
Panel Session: Navigating The Tide
Wale Anifowose, Niyi Adenubi, Eyitope Kola-Oyeneyin & Rolake Akinkugbe-Filani share insights and processes on how to build sustainable businesses.
12.35pm-1.55pm
B2B Session/Lunch
2.00pm- 2.20pm
Prioritize You
Dr Maymunah Yusuf-Kadiri takes us on a journey of prioritizing health and wellness of the mind and body.
2.25pm- 3.25pm
Panel Session: Technically not a techy person
Dr Opeyemi Ajayi Ph.D (Research Lead – New Product Experimentation at Meta) Onye Ubanatu, Blessing Abeng & Tobi Olanihun sheds light on the future of tech in events and tech tools that enhances business productivity.
3.30pm- 4.30pm
Panel Session: The New Cool
Teni Sagoe (Atinudah Concepts), Bryan Tachie-Menson (White Chalk The Planner), Feyikewa Animashaun(Kewas Kitchen), Emeka Amafor (Bedge Pictures) & Ozinna Anumudu gives us a peek into the minds of the next gen and how they have been able to build products and solutions that appeals to the next gen.
4.35pm- 5.20pm
Panel Session: The Evergreen Code
Afi Amoro (Jandel Ltd, Ghana), Fazila Lulat (House of cakes Zambia) Korede Olabanji ( PhotoNimi) Banke Meshida (BM PRO) Shola Oyebade (Mahoghany ) & Lara Rawa (Eventi Cocktails) shares the secrets of their longevity and how to keep getting it in the industry.
5.25pm- 6.05pm
Panel Session: Uniformity in Diversity
Francophone Delegation , Mwai Yeboah (Exalt Africa) Kate Hassan- (House of Pinkett ) Lukwesa Burak (BBC) Astou DJamat Dubois (SpotLight Productions) champions and shares the peculiarities of events in the Africa Industry.
6.10pm- 6.20pm
Closing Remarks
7.00am-8.30am
Registration/ Breakfast and Networking
8.35am- 8.45am
Recap of Day 1
8.35am- 8.45am
Recap of Day 1
8.50am- 10.05am
Panel Session 1: Inside Out
Olufemi Olumide, Joycee Awosika, Jennifer Awirigwe (Financial Jennifer) & Ayodele Olojede (Access Bank) combines building the right structures and processes to build profitable businesses and your personal finance.
10.10am-11.40am
Curated Session I:
- Moving Forward Together
Desmond Emokiniovo (Veentage Band), Uko Gabriel (DJ Gabby) Kabutey Ocansey ( Kabutey My MC) Doubra Emein (Brade Events), Ayo Mairo Ese, Astou Djamat Dubois, Ayodele Okundalaiye SACO, Dotun Tha Hype Bunmi Olunloyo, & Oscar Gbemileke Oyinsan drills down to the challenges and possibilities of professionals in the entertainment space of our industry. - POV: From the lens of the glam team
Oluwatosin Ogundadegbe ( Style Infidel) Abimbola Ajani (Bimms 24) Seun Oduyale (Bisbod), Temitope Kayode Ojo (Lavish Bridal), Ronald Mmeka Chinedu (Ronald the 7th) & Tolulope Adedara (Onigele) steers the discussion on current trends in the beauty and wardrobe space and also the importance of fostering synergy.
11.45am-12.40pm
Curated Class II:
- Creatives Assemble!!!: Build, Grow, Thrive
Lanre Esho, Emeka Amafor (Bedge Pictures), Kayode Oshodi (Innovate Media), Onye Ubanatu, Ifeoma Okoye & STM Magical shares perspective on how to constantly give value as creatives and the power of synergy in delivering wow events. - It’s all in the details
Kunmi Ariyo in a fireside chat with David Merrell shares the tips and trick of great event productions and also shares the importance of curating guest experiences beyond the perfect ambience.
12.45pm-1.50pm
B2B Session/Lunch
1.55pm- 2.25pm
Keynote Presentation
3.00pm – 4.00pm
Panel Session: Mastering Sales and Attracting Clients
Salem King, Tricia Biz, Okodugha Olushola, Precious The Planner, Blessing Abeng & Lamide Akintobi shares relatable insights on branding, content creation, sales and marketing.
4.05pm- 4.30pm
The Power of Community and Networking
Mfon Ekpo takes us on an exhilarating ride with practical and applicable tips.
4.35pm- 5.50pm
A word from our sponsors
5.55pm- 6.15pm
TEXA Awards
7.00pm
After Party
6.20m- 6.30pm
Vote of Thanks / Closing Ceremony