Isimeme Whtye

Founding Board Member, Genius Hub Global Initiative

Event Keynote Speaker

Keynote Speaker –  Built to last for sustainability

This topic will look at building a brand/business to last over time, ensuring long-term growth and success for entrepreneurs.

Thursday, November 6th,2025 @ 9.30am -10.00am W.A.T

Accomplished, passionate and dedicated Senior Consultant on Social entrepreneurship, marketing systems development, life skills, case/crisis management, clarity coaching and advocacy on Human rights with over two decades of extensive experience (including a stint with the World Bank) and a superior record of successful community engagement, volunteer initiatives and programs, research, institutional campaigns, teaching at risk young people, as well as institutions and community-based organizations that provides services to young people.

Serves as liaison, bridging gaps between scientific, medical, socio-economic and governmental communities, demonstrating astute experience as an administrator in crisis management, personnel management, policy development, skill and entrepreneurship development, community engagement, field and data coordination, research monitoring and evaluation, development of modelling techniques, operational improvement processes and international collaborations.

Dr. Ojiugo Ajunwa

Co-Founder Ritetrac Consulting, Nigeria

Event Host – SMEVCON 2025

Thursday 2025 at W.A.T

Topic: Thriving in Nigeria’s AI Era: How Digital Entrepreneurs Can Overcome Barriers and Build Global Visibility

She is a qualified, highly experienced professional Project Manager, trainer, speaker, coach, and author. A management consultant with over 24 years of experience in Project Management consulting, Facilitating, Training, Event management, speaking etc in various industries.

In this session you will takeaway the following benefits:

Dr. Ifeoma Eze

Founder Entrepreneurs Nook, Canada

Topic: How to build an Online Community with Digital Tools

With over 12 years of experience, I have worked with individuals, families, children, and organizations, showcasing expertise in clinical and community healthcare practice, Eye Care Practice and Regulation in Nigeria, Mental Health Policy and Best Practice Engagement in the UK, as well as mentoring, coaching, and therapy for individuals and vulnerable communities. My approach integrates evidence-based practices with genuine human connection, reflecting a commitment to patient-centered care that extends beyond the healthcare setting.

I’m currently serving as a Nudge Mind’s Practitioner in a UK nationwide team, where we provide tailored therapeutic interventions to chronically disengaged children and young people. I contributed to research as part of the team to write a best practice Chapter for the Association of Clinical Psychologist UK. I also serve as an Executive Board Member at Afrikindness and leading the Neurodiversity research and community education project.

I have recently founded Minds and Well-being Network, an initiative dedicated to providing culturally sensitive mental health education and support to Africans worldwide. I have been featured on reputable media platforms such as Channels Television Nigeria, British Broadcasting Corporation, Christian Broadcasting Network, African Independent Television, and various radio stations and national newspapers, including Guardian Newspaper, Leadership Newspaper, and Daily Trust. I currently contributes as a feature columnist to the Guardian Nigeria Parenting Column.

Here’s a concise 3-paragraph summary of key points:

Online communities powered by digital tools and AI offer African entrepreneurs, a cost-effective way to engage with a larger audience. These platforms facilitate 24/7 accessibility, knowledge sharing, and cultural exchange across different regions, fostering a sense of belonging among community members.

AI-driven insights enable personalized experiences and data-driven decision-making, allowing entrepreneurs to better understand and serve their audience. Automation of routine tasks through AI frees up time for strategic community management, while chatbots can improve customer support.

These digital communities not only enhance engagement but also provide scalability and monetization opportunities. They offer a platform for rapid feedback, enabling entrepreneurs to quickly gather insights on ideas or products, which is crucial for business growth and adaptation in the dynamic African market.

Session – How to build an Online Community with Digital Tools : Friday, August 30th  2024 @ 2.00pm – 3.00pm W.A.T

Tavershima Ayede

Aberdeen Business Consulting

Topic: How to Use AI to Increase your Sales

Tavershima G. Ayede is a business growth podcaster who helps SMEs, founders and CEOs come up with unique sales strategies for business growth.

Most attention on AI today is on the negative consequences that it could have on society, and how it might impede people’s creative faculties. My thesis is that AI can be used as a tool for business growth, increase national GDP, and a catalyst for value add in the economy as a whole. Using AI for such purposes will provide the stimulus for unlocking creativity amongst humans for decades to come. AI is not a problem to be feared, but an opportunity for unlocking human potential.

Session – How to Use AI to Increase your Sales : Friday, August 30th 2024 @ 3.30pm-4.30pm W.A.T

Oge Modie

CEO Sprouting Tree Group,South Africa

Topic – Future-Proofing Your Brand: Leveraging A.I. for Authentic and Sustainable Growth in the Digital Age

In the fast-paced digital era, building an authentic brand while ensuring long-term sustainability is a significant challenge for businesses. Join us for this session, where you’ll discover how Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) can revolutionize your branding strategy.

We will delve into and address the unique obstacles faced by African entrepreneurs, providing practical, A.I.-driven solutions to enhance brand presence and customer engagement.

Attendees will gain valuable insights into integrating A.I. into their branding efforts, ensuring their business remains relevant and resilient in a competitive market. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to harness A.I. for creating a brand that resonates deeply with your audience and drives sustainable growth.

1.Integrating A.I. for Authentic Customer Engagement: -Maintaining brand authenticity while employing advanced technology
2.A.I.-Driven Market Analysis and Trend Prediction:-Leveraging A.I. tools and enhancing decision-making processes through data-driven strategies.
3.Optimizing Content Creation and Distribution:- Automating content generation to maintain brand consistency and using A.I. to identify and reach target audiences more effectively.

Session – Future-Proofing Your Brand: Leveraging A.I. for Authentic and Sustainable Growth in the Digital Age : Thursday, August 29th 2024 @ 4.00pm – 5.00pm W.A.T

Philip Udeochu

 Founder: WAB Digital,Nigeria

Topic: How Wab Digital Uses AI For Advanced Content Creation.

I’m a digital marketing consultant and CEO of Wab Digital, trained and mentored in Lagos Nigeria with 10+ years of experience consulting for Ecommerce and B2B Companies in strategic Web Design, SEO and Paid Ads.

Before discovering digital marketing, I started my career in traditional marketing and sales for construction, insurance and banking sectors in Nigeria. Then I stumbled on internet marketing and went on to learn how marketing on the internet works.

Eventually, I became a freelance web designer for small businesses, and worked as a copywriter and marketing lead for two digital marketing agencies before launching my own agency.

Nowadays, I consult for marketing and sales professionals and companies around the world on how to build their profitable digital marketing agencies and how to create marketing strategies to sell anything online.

In this webinar, we’ll cover:
Leveraging AI for content creation
Learn practical ways to use AI to streamline content production.
How we recycle content across different channels.
Discover how to use AI to ensure consistent writing across mediums.

Session – How Wab Digital Uses AI For Advanced Content Creation. Friday , August 30th 2024 @1.00pm – 2.00pm W.A.T

Dr. Patrick Ajunwa

Founder: Ritetrac Consulting Nigeria

Event Host

Topic: AI Powered Lead Generation and Nurturing with Email Marketing

Ugochukwu Nkwocha is a co-founder and CEO of 9jacodekids Academy, an online supplemental education technology business focused on coding and education for kids age 6-16. In just over 8 years, his academy has taught over 7000 kids tech skills in coding, robotics and artificial intelligence.

He is also the CEO of Skillsrave Technology, a tech services company for small businesses focusing on Web design, and marketing automation.

Ugochukwu holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Electronic Engineering from the University of Port Harcourt and a Masters degree in Computer Network Administration and Management from the University of Portsmouth, UK. He is married with 3 children.

AI-Powered Lead Generation and Nurturing with Email Marketing:
Want to grow your business by finding and keeping more customers? This session shows you how small and medium businesses can use new technology to do just that, especially through email marketing. We’ll explain in simple terms how artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way companies connect with potential customers. You’ll learn about practical tools that can help you attract interested buyers around the clock and send them personalized emails that really grab their attention. We’ll share real stories of businesses like yours using these methods successfully. You don’t need to be a tech expert to benefit – we’ll cover easy-to-use AI tools for email marketing that can save you time and help you build better relationships with customers. Whether you’re just starting to explore this technology or looking to improve your current approach, you’ll leave with ideas you can use right away to help your business grow
1. Introduction to AI in Lead Generation
2. AI-Powered Email Marketing for Lead Nurturing
3. Practical Implementation and Success Stories

Session – AI Powered Lead Generation and Nurturing with Email Marketing: Friday, August 30th 2024@ 12noon -1.00pm W.A.T

Ifeanyi Julian Etuokwu Oludumila

Nathan Jules Consulting

Topic: Survey Smarter, Not Harder: How AI Is Transforming Market Research

Ifeanyi Julian Etuokwu-Oludumila is a seasoned Marketing Consultant, Social Media Coach, and Brand & Design Expert, she helps CEOs and MSMEs achieve their marketing goals through:
-Setting marketing goals
-Identifying customers
-Conducting proper market research -Developing effective marketing strategy
-Crafting social media marketing strategy
-Creating content marketing strategy/plan
-Effective brand development

With a passion for empowering African entrepreneurs, Julian has already trained over 70,500 MSMEs on ‘How Marketing Works’ and delivered numerous impactful workshops and webinars.

Her programs focus on actionable marketing education for tangible results.

Join the session to discover how AI can transform your surveys and unlock actionable insights. You’ll learn:
– The pitfalls of traditional surveys and how AI can overcome them
– How to refine survey questions with AI for maximum impact
– Best practices for designing effective survey questions that yield meaningful data
– Tips for interpreting data to drive business decisions

1. The challenges of traditional survey
2. How AI can refine survey questions
3. Best practices for designing effective survey questions and interpreting data

Session – Survey Smarter, Not Harder: How AI Is Transforming Market Research: Thursday, August 29th 2024 @ 3.00pm – 4.00pm W.A.T

Uki Asemota

 Wisdom Scroll Consulting

Topic: Adaptability to Change; The Most Important Skill in the Future of Work.

This session will help Participants to understand and develop strategic skills which will help them to have a better approach to various changes dynamics in today’s workplace.

Participants will also learn how to

1) Develop adaptability to various changes in their work environment.
2) Understand Change dynamics in the workplace

3) Adapt to change in the workplace 

Segun is a seasoned Management Consultant specializing in HR
innovations and strategy. His extensive experience underscores his
proficiency in leveraging innovative approaches to enhance organizational performance and efficiency within the realm of Human Resource Management.

He has worked at top management level across various industries, shaping high-performing teams and delivering value through people-focused programs. He’s a graduate of Marketing. Has a Chartered Post graduate Diploma in Marketing from National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria and holds an MBA in Human Resource Management. He’s a member of National Institute of Training and Development, also a Member Chartered Institute of Human Resource Management Nigeria and a Chartered human Resource Consultant. Segun has undergone several training courses in HR management, Business analysis, and Leadership.

Segun is a facilitator and has trained many youths, graduates, and professionals in leadership, HR management, soft skills training, entrepreneurship, and capacity building programs. He has served as a Panelist with Financial Institution Training Centre (FITC) for Staff promotion exercises. He has done same with notable Federal Government Financial Institutions like Federal Mortgage Bank Nigeria FMBN, National Insurance Commission NAICOM etc. Segun has worked on several training projects with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC), Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority,
NIRSAL, Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), NIRSAL to mention a few.
Segun is a Facilitator with The West African Institute for Financial and Economic Management WAIFEM, Piston and Fusion Business Academy Lagos, Training Heights Ltd Abuja, FITC Abuja. He was also a Facilitator for the Young Africa works Project implemented by IITA and funded by MASTERCARD.

He is a Director at HSF Foods Ltd, The Chief Operating Officer at MEDEVOLT Healthcare Ltd, specializing in recruitment, training, and capacity building for healthcare institutions, The Vice President Family Bond Helping Hands Foundation.
Segun is the Lead Consultant at Wisdom Scroll Consulting Abuja.

Session – Adaptability to change; the most important skill in the future of work: Thursday, August 29th 2024 @ 5.00pm -6.00pm W.A.T