After an incredible 8-day learning experience, the Incubator & Accelerator Program 2025 has officially come to an end! From February 18th to March 14th, 2025, entrepreneurs from various industries came together to learn, transform, and thrive. This program was designed to equip startups and SMEs with essential knowledge and skills to scale their businesses and achieve long-term success.
Key Lessons from the Program
Throughout the program, we had eight expert facilitators who shared their insights on critical business topics:
- Brand Protection in the Digital Age – Titilayo Aina-Scott (Managing Partner, Scott’s Legal)
Entrepreneurs learned how to protect their brand identity, manage intellectual property rights, and tackle online infringement in today’s digital landscape. - Startup Funding & Securing Capital – Ozurumba Obinna (Co-Founder, Jxtgotfunded)
Funding is key for business growth. This session explored how to identify funding opportunities, attract investors, and secure capital. - Financial Knowledge and Intelligence – Steven Edward (Head Business Operations & Services, MicroVis Microfinance Bank)
Entrepreneurs gained insights into financial planning, budgeting, and investment strategies to ensure long-term sustainability. - The Power of Storytelling & PR – Adaoha Njemanze (Principal Consultant, NOVVA Media & Communications)
This session emphasized the importance of storytelling in building brand trust and attracting both customers and investors. - The Principles for a Successful Startup – Remi Ademiju (Growth Director, Dotts Media)
Startups learned key business strategies, leadership principles, and growth frameworks to build a strong foundation. - Smart Collaborations for Business Growth – Femi (S.O.A) Olukoya (Managing Partner & Co-founder, GrapeVine360 Solutions)
Collaboration is essential in business. This session focused on how to form strategic partnerships that lead to exponential growth. - Owning Your Niche & Standing Out in a Crowded Market – Orighomisan Adokpaye (Lead Strategist, Spekk)
Participants learned how to differentiate their businesses and attract the right customers by focusing on their unique value proposition. - Stay Memorable: Building a Brand that Lasts – Kehinde Ayodele (Lead Designer, Spekk)
Entrepreneurs discovered branding strategies that capture attention, build customer loyalty, and ensure long-term business success.
A Heartfelt Thank You!
We extend our deepest gratitude to our amazing facilitators for sharing their knowledge and experience. Your contributions have truly empowered the next generation of business leaders.
A special thank you also goes out to all the entrepreneurs who participated. Your passion, dedication, and willingness to learn are inspiring. The insights gained during this program will surely propel your business forward.
Though the program has ended, the journey of entrepreneurship continues. We encourage all participants to apply what they’ve learned, stay connected, and keep growing. The future is bright, and we can’t wait to see what you accomplish!
