Are you ready to build and scale your business or career in marketing? The G.R.O.W. Conference 2025 is your go-to hybrid event featuring hands-on workshops, expert talks, and networking opportunities with top entrepreneurs and investors from Nigeria and beyond.
At G.R.O.W. Conference 2025 we are exploring this one essential question: ‘What am I building?’ Taking place virtually on June 24th and 25th, and in person on June 28th in Lagos, Nigeria, the conference offers global accessibility combined with the power of face-to-face connection.
This unique hybrid format will feature a stellar lineup of keynote speakers and guests from Nigeria, Kenya, the United Kingdom, and other global hubs, all ready to share valuable insights and strategies.
Hosted by Lucky Elohor, a brand and marketing strategist who has helped thousands of creators and businesses in Africa and beyond drive go-to-market and monetization strategies, the G.R.O.W. Conference has, since its inception, inspired and equipped thousands with the tools to not only dream big but also dare boldly and execute effectively.
A Conference with a Purpose
Now in its fifth year, the 2025 edition of the G.R.O.W. Conference promises to build on its legacy with an action-packed agenda designed to fuel business success, foster innovation, and promote mental wellness among entrepreneurs and marketing professionals. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in impactful sessions that tackle real-world challenges and uncover growth opportunities.
Why Attend the G.R.O.W. Conference 2025?
- Gain actionable insights from top African and global entrepreneurs, innovators, and thought leaders.
- Access practical workshops and live sprints designed to help you move from ideas to execution.
- Network with a diverse community of like-minded business leaders, investors, and partners across Africa and beyond
- Explore strategies for sustainable growth, innovation, and mental wellness tailored to entrepreneurs and marketing professionals.
- Be part of a movement that empowers young leaders to dream boldly, build purpose-driven businesses, and make a lasting impact.
Confirmed Keynote Speakers and Topics
The conference kicks off virtually on June 24, 2025, with:
- Lucie Ekong (Special Assistant to the Akwa Ibom State Governor on Data Warehousing and Artificial Intelligence)
Keynote: “Fail Forward: Turning Setbacks Into Springboards for Success” (Virtual, June 24)
Other keynote highlights include:
- Fifi George (Award-Winning Young Leader, Activist, and Global Change Maker, Kenya), presenting “Breaking Borders: Scaling Your Vision for Global Impact” (virtually on June 25, 2025).
- Tricia Olufemi-Olumide, Managing Director of Ziba Beach Resort (Lagos), delivering
“Disrupt, Create, Scale: Bringing Innovation into Your Everyday Business Decisions” (in person on June 28, 2025).
A Dynamic Lineup of Speakers Driving Insight and Impact
The G.R.O.W. Conference 2025 will feature a powerhouse roster of thought leaders, innovators, and trailblazers from across Africa and beyond, all ready to deliver actionable insights that spark growth and transformation.
The list of confirmed speakers include:
- Yai Haddy (Founder, Process Toolbox, UK) – “Leveraging Content and Storytelling to Build a Personal Brand That Redefines Industries and Opens Doors” (June 24)
- Dr. Malik (Founder, Vidpride, Abuja) – “The Creator Economy: Monetizing Passion in the Digital Era” (June 25)
- Douglas Kendyson (CEO & Founder of Selar, Lagos) – “How to Scale Your Vision with the Right Investment” (June 25)
- Tosan Etiwe (Co-founder of Spikk, Tech Entrepreneur and Product Leader, UK) – “Unlocking the Capital: How to Secure Funding and Grants for Your Startup” (June 25)
- Ivie Temitayo Ibitoye (Founder, Work in Nigeria) – “Building a Team to Support Your Vision: How to Find and Keep the Right People” (June 28)
Joining this stellar lineup:
- Carol Mwende (Mental Health Advocate, Kenya) – “Mind Over Money: Mastering Emotional Intelligence and Mental Wellness to Fuel Business Success” (June 24)
- Joshua Mba (Co-founder of Serlzo, Lagos) – “From Idea to Execution: Bridging the Gap as a Founder” + Live Automation Sprint (June 24)
- Joyce Daniels (Queen of Talk and Public Speaking Strategist, Lagos) – “What You Need to Do to Get Your Ideas Seen and Heard” (June 28)
- Freda Anyanwu (Africa Director, Global AI Council and Founder of EBH Africa, Lagos) – “The Machines Are Here: Partnering with AI Without Losing Your Humanity” — a deep dive into balancing tech and humanity (June 28)
High-Impact Panel & Interactive Sessions
The conference will also feature a headline panel discussion:
- “Brand Reinvention: Staying Relevant in a World That Never Stops”
Featuring top marketing minds Precious O’Dahunsi (Product Marketing Manager, Lagos) and Lydia George (Head of Socials & Media, Selar), this session explores how to evolve, adapt, and stay visible in a rapidly changing digital economy. (June 28)
Hosts and Facilitators
Guiding participants through these transformative sessions is Ajiri Okoribe, who will facilitate the panel sessions and fireside chats on June 24th, 25th and 28th, ensuring a rich and engaging dialogue among speakers and audience.
We are also excited to have Treasure Onoriode and Precious Greg as the official hosts/MCs for the G.R.O.W. Conference 2025, ready to lead participants through this impactful three-day experience.
In addition, the G.R.O.W. Conference 2025 will feature practical sessions designed to help attendees reflect, ask questions, and execute the strategies and key lessons learned for real-world application.
Engaging Workshops and Networking Opportunities
Throughout the three-day event, participants will engage in interactive workshops and live sprints designed to bridge the gap between ideas and execution. The conference aims to foster collaboration and build lasting networks between African entrepreneurs and global partners.
About Lucky Elohor
At the helm is Lucky Elohor, the dynamic host and brand strategist whose vision and leadership have transformed the G.R.O.W. Conference since its inception in 2021.
Elohor continues to inspire thousands by amplifying voices and creating opportunities that turn dreams into actionable realities.
Supporting Africa’s Next Wave of Innovators
The G.R.O.W. Conference in its 5th Year is more than just an event, it’s a movement inspiring Africans to build sustainable businesses, embrace technology, and lead with purpose.
With partners and sponsors including Selar, Sosa Fruit Drink, Spikk, Serlzo, Naijapreneur.com, Techfice, Heldi, the G.R.O.W. Conference 2025 is committed to empowering young leaders and fostering innovation across the continent.
This year’s conference is set to leave a lasting impact on the continent’s entrepreneurial landscape.
For more information, the full list of speakers, and registration details, visit the official G.R.O.W. Conference 2025 website at www.thegrowconference.co. Don’t miss your chance to join this transformative event and connect with visionary leaders shaping the future of entrepreneurship in Africa and beyond on June 24th, 25th and 28th, 2025.
