BUILT TO LAST: Unlocking Relevance in the Events Industry -A Gathering of Visionaries.

The Association of Event Vendors Nigeria proudly announces its annual conference and the 7th edition themed “Built to Last”, a gathering of innovators, eventpreneurs, and thought leaders committed to building businesses that outlive them.

In today’s fast-changing world, success is not just about growing fast—it’s about resilience, sustainability, and legacy.

Built to Last is a call to design businesses and systems that endure beyond trends and turbulence, creating future – ready strategies and lasting impact.

This year’s conference will feature:

Keynote Speakers from the Event, Hospitality, and Technology industries, Mr. Olufemi Falebita. We will also have the iconic Mr. Tokunbo Odebunmi, CEO of The Wow Booth Nigeria and Obalende Suya United Kingdom train the Participants. We also have Mrs. Ono Uto of Nonos Catering as our speaker.

Panel Discussions with real-world case studies of organizations that embody resilience and long-term value. the Panelist includes Amb. Dr. Adenike Akinyemi of Kolony Events and Rentals, Coach Shade Fatimah Kolade-Ogunpitan of Pholard Events Academy and Ogunyemi Babatunde Augustine of Aksent Events

We will also be having a wild card session, a practical session on Generative AI tools to train participants on hands on tool to elevate their business. This wild card session will be facilitated by Amb. Mosunmola Olagunju (CMNIM)

Masterclasses equipping participants with practical tools to build sustainable, tech-driven, and future-proof organizations.

The theme emphasizes legacy over quick wins, sustainability over short-lived success, and resilience over fragility. It’s a timely message for leaders and communities navigating disruption while striving to innovate responsibly and lead with purpose.

The Event Director, Emmanuel Smith Akpan of Nuel Smith Events Production, ASSEV President Arome Stella Ifeoma of Laurel Events, ASSEV Vice President Tolulope Oluwafemi of MerryHeart Catering and the entire Planning committee lead by Mrs. Taiwo Ogundana of Dee & Tee Creations and the committee members are set to make this conference not just impactful but also live changing and a legacy building conference.

Esmeralda Masterclass 7.0 | October 1, 2025 | Ojota, Ogudu road, Lagos

Theme: Built to Last: Unlocking Relevance in the Event Industry

Not just to build for today—but to build for generations.

TEAM LEADS:

CHAIR : Taiwo Ogundana (Dee&Tee Creations)

VICE-CHAIR: Oluwalanke Omowunmi (Roash Event)

EVENT PRODUCER :Emmanuel Smith Akpan (Nuel Smith Events Production).

SPONSORSHIP/ADVERTISEMENT: Ijeoma Ezikpe (CHEZ-IJAY Events)

PUBLICITY/CONTENT: Olusola Bankoke (Mc Faradara “theWOWmc”)

VENDOR MANAGEMENT: Ifeoluwa Folahan( Lovekay Events)

VENUE SOURCING/DECOR: Damilola Agboola (Innive Events)

REGISTRATION/DELEGATE EXPERIENCE: Mosunmola Olagunju (Eventspice world)