Ibukun Awosika, Ziad Maalouf, Others Set to Take the Stage @TEDxPAU 2024

Pan-Atlantic University is thrilled to announce the second edition of TEDxPAU, themed ‘Shaping the Future’ which will take place on the 16th of November at Africa’s premier business school—Lagos Business School.

After the success of its previous edition, which featured notable speakers such as the MD/CEO of Airtel Nigeria—Carl Cruz, the Group CEO of RED Media—Ayodeji Rasaq, and the Dean of the School of Media and Communication, Pan-Atlantic University—Dr. Ikechukwu Obiaya, the planning committee returns with an even stronger commitment to shape the future through present action.

According to Bella Victor, the event organiser: “The theme ‘Shaping the Future’ was inspired by the incredible power we hold as individuals and organisations to create lasting change.

“TEDxPAU 2024 is a platform where visionaries and leaders will converge to share ideas that can shape not just tomorrow, but the generations to come.

“We believe the future is a canvas, and this event will ignite the creativity, innovation, and drive needed to paint it.”

This year’s edition boasts a stellar lineup of influential speakers, including:

• Ziad Maalouf – CEO/MD, Seven Up Bottling Company Nigeria
• Ibukun Awosika – First Female Chairperson, First Bank of Nigeria
• Peter Bamkole, PhD – Deputy Vice Chancellor (Admin), Pan-Atlantic University
• Korty EO – Filmmaker & YouTuber
• Adesuwa Ifedi – Senior Vice President, Heifer International
• Fabian Ajogwu, SAN, FCIArb – Founding Partner, Kenna Partners
• Temitope Runsewe – CEO, Dutum Group
• Michael Oluwagbemi, PE, PMP, MBA – CEO, Presidential CNG Initiative

The event is expected to play a crucial role in shaping conversations about the future of Nigeria and Africa as a whole. With industry experts spanning fields such as entertainment, oil & gas, banking, agriculture, law, construction, and more, TEDxPAU 2024 will provide valuable insights into the most pressing challenges of our time, thereby paving the way for a brighter Africa.

TEDxPAU 2024 is looking to house entrepreneurs, students, creatives, and innovators with a passion for shaping the future, one conversation at a time.

The event offers an opportunity to network and build relationships with like-minded individuals.