For decades, conversations around leadership in Nigeria have often been tied to the achievements of individuals — a celebrated founder here, a visionary chairperson there. But a new wave of thought is emerging: one that challenges leaders to measure their success not by personal milestones, but by the institutions, systems, and legacies they leave behind.
This paradigm shift is at the heart of the inaugural Building Beyond You Conference 2025, a gathering that promises to redefine the essence of leadership for Nigeria and the African continent.
Hosted by entrepreneur and nation-builder Tara Fela-Durotoye, the event brings together a formidable lineup of voices: Ibukun Awosika, author and former First Bank chair; and Atedo Peterside, chairman of ANAP Foundation, among others. Together, they represent a blend of experience, influence, and vision across business and governance.
“This is not just another event. It’s a movement to shift mindsets,” Fela-Durotoye emphasized. “Building beyond you means creating systems and businesses that continue to thrive when you’re no longer in the room. It’s about raising leaders who multiply wealth, influence, and impact for generations.”
Far from being a talk shop, the conference is designed as a working platform. Its day-long program features keynote addresses, practical workshops, fireside chats, and interactive panels aimed at equipping participants with the tools to transform vision into sustainable structures.
Organizers note that the gathering reflects the “depth and diversity of leadership excellence” across Africa, intentionally blending established executives with young entrepreneurs and grassroots leaders. This mix, they believe, is what will spark collaborations, partnerships, and fresh models of sustainability that can outlive individual tenures.
The Building Beyond You Conference is ultimately about recalibrating the leadership lens. Where once the spotlight shone on personal glory, the focus now turns to building institutions capable of enduring change, disruption, and time itself.
