The September 2024 edition of MSME Africa’s Business Growth Series (BGS) successfully brought together entrepreneurs, business leaders, and industry experts to tackle pressing business challenges and explore growth opportunities, particularly building resilience and grit in challenging economic situations. The event took place on September 25, 2024 at the ICAN-BOI Hub, Yaba Lagos.
The highly engaging event started with interactive games and networking activities, setting the tone for a dynamic day of learning and connection. Renowned speakers such as Dr Remi Olukoya, CEO, of Pecksgrey Group, and Mrs Odunayo Adams Oyebolu, CEO, of Everything Fashion, and the Founder of MSME Africa, Mr Seye Olurotimi shared insightful presentations on innovative strategies, industry trends, and best practices for building resilience and grit in challenging economy, covering topics such as:
– Leveraging technology for business expansion
– Exploring business growth models and resources
Some of the highlights of their presentations:
“Get a mentor in business! Not someone necessarily popular but someone who has traveled the road you’re currently on, and is willing to hold your hand as you navigate through it so that you won’t repeat the same mistakes”. – Mr Seye Olurotimi.
“Weigh your options before making decisions!
Learn to cut costs, you don’t have to copy everyone!. Don’t do business with pity! Charge what you’re worth!. If something is no longer working, drop it and move to the next. Don’t be rigid, Try new methods!” – Mrs Odunayo Adams Oyebolu.
Some thought provoking questions from our last speaker; “What do you do for your business to move forward? Do you engage in short term investments when you make profits? Does your business come top in the mind of your potential customers?” – Dr Remi Olukoya
The panel session that followed sparked vibrant discussions, with attendees actively participating in Q&A sessions and sharing their experiences. The event provided a unique platform for connection, learning, and growth.
“We are very excited with the impressive attendance at the September 2024 edition of the Business Growth Series . We are equally thrilled by the level of engagement and the insights shared by the speakers,” said Mr Seye Olurotimi, Founder/CEO of MSME Africa.
“Our goal is to empower entrepreneurs with the knowledge, skills, and networks necessary to drive business success, and we’re proud to have made a meaningful impact.” Olurotimi added.
BGS September 2024 edition demonstrated MSME Africa’s commitment to fostering a supportive ecosystem for MSMEs, providing access to valuable information, and connecting businesses with potential partners and investors.
Key Takeaways:
– Innovative strategies for business growth
– Industry trends and best practices
– Building resilience and grit in challenging economic situations
– Leveraging technology for expansion
– Access to business growth models and resources
What Attendees Said:
“[BGS] was a very impactful session. I gained valuable insights and made meaningful connections.” @RukfasofLagos
About MSME Africa:
MSME Africa is a Social Enterprise and an Enterprise Support Organisation playing at the intersection of Capacity Development, Community Building and Media. The organisation is dedicated to supporting the growth and development of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Africa.
