The COVID-19 pandemic has brought unprecedented challenges to the global economy, with businesses struggling to stay afloat amidst lockdowns, reduced consumer spending, and supply chain disruptions. However, amidst the uncertainty and chaos, there have been stories of resilience, innovation, and entrepreneurship, with young entrepreneurs leading the way.
In response to the pandemic and its impact on businesses, the Skyewise Foundation organized an event, the Skyewise Entrepreneurship Summit, to empower young entrepreneurs and provide them with practical knowledge and skills to navigate the current business environment.
The edition was tagged “Meet the CEOs,” and it brought together business leaders, industry experts, and young entrepreneurs to share their experiences, insights, and best practices. The event was held virtually, enabling participants from different parts of the world to connect and network Live Stream Replay.
Keynote
The keynote speech was taken by Dr. Linus Okorie of GOTNI Leadership Center
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Featured leaders
The “Meet the CEOs” session featured successful entrepreneurs from different industries who shared their stories of resilience and innovation in the face of the pandemic. They discussed the challenges they faced, the strategies they used to pivot their businesses, and the lessons they learned along the way. The CEOs present included Dr. Linus Okori, Charles Okpaleke, Ibidapo Lawal, Amb. Nefo Esimai, Ashley Lori (Founder, Pad-Up Africa), George Okoro (CEO, George-Okoro Photography), George Omoraro, Ademilola Ibrahim, Adeola A. P Ademokoya, Eng. Jerry Ameh, Charles Oronsanye (CEO Africana Couture), Dr. Theophilus Ogumbe (CEO Activecode Business Hub), Oluwakemi Ann-Melody Areola, Aifuwa Igbinoba, Prince Kelvin Fyneface, Benjamin Ubiri amongst others.
The session also featured interactive discussions and breakout sessions, where participants had the opportunity to ask questions, share their experiences, and network with other entrepreneurs.
The Skyewise Entrepreneurship Summit was a huge success, with over 500 participants. The feedback from participants was overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing gratitude for the practical knowledge and skills they gained from the event.
Some key takeaways from the summit include the importance of resilience, adaptability, and innovation in entrepreneurship, the need to leverage technology to stay relevant and competitive, and the significance of networking, mentorship, and continuous learning.
The Skyewise Entrepreneurship Summit is a vital platform for young entrepreneurs, especially in the current business environment. The “Meet the CEOs” session provided valuable insights and practical knowledge that can help young entrepreneurs navigate the challenges of Entrepreneurship in Africa.
The event concluded with a closing remark from Dr. Elvis Abuyere, the host of the Skyewise Entrepreneurship Summit. In his closing words, Dr. Abuyere emphasized the significance of creating value as an entrepreneur. He stressed the need for young entrepreneurs to stay relevant in the ever-changing business landscape and to focus on creating solutions that meet the needs of their target audience. Dr. Abuyere’s words served as a motivating and inspirational note, encouraging the young entrepreneurs in attendance to strive for innovation and value creation in their entrepreneurial journeys.