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GLG World PR Day Cocktail & Virtual Fireside Chats

Two Events
One Powerful Theme

Tuesday. July 11, 2023 (Virtual Fireside Conversations)
Friday. July 14, 2023 (Cocktail Event at Lagos, Nigeria)
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GLG World PR Day

Conversations, Connections & Celebrations

3 Dynamic Events, 1 Theme, 1 Vision

⁠WPRD Global Summit: (Virtual) Tuesday, July 15th, 2025 | 3pm WAT

PR Power List Release Wednesday, July 16th, 2025

PR Power List Soirée & Awards (Physical)Friday, July 18th, 2025 | 4pm WAT | Lagos, Nigeria

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About GLG World PR DAY Soiree & Awards

Since its inception in 2021, World PR Day (WPRD) has become a global movement, uniting over 65 countries annually on July 16th to celebrate and elevate the public relations profession. A hallmark of WPRD is the PR Power List, a prestigious list by GLG Communications in partnership with one of Nigeria’s oldest and most respected publications, The Guardian. The PR Power List honors 50 outstanding PR practitioners driving impact across industries within and outside Nigeria. This initiative, alongside the event’s high-caliber programming, attracts an elite audience, including PR leaders, government officials, celebrities, and key industry stakeholders.

GLG WPRD is Back! Bigger & Better !!

This year, GLG is hosting 3 landmark events and is bringing back the PR Power List with a bang! The 2025 WPRD official theme is “Building Bridges & Navigating Polarisation”, and we will be exploring how PR and Communications professionals can drive connection, inclusion, and unity in an increasingly divided world.

Our World PR Day 2025 Calendar

The PR Power List is a first-of-its-kind celebration to honour outstanding PR professionals in Nigeria to mark World PR Day, celebrated annually on July 16 across the world. The list is divided into five main categories: ICONS, CHANGEMAKERS, COMMUNITY IMPACT, RISING VOICES, MEDIA ICONS. The list was selected by our judging panel, who worked independently of each other to provide a holistic list.

Checkout our previous honorees

A virtual conference featuring best-in-class speakers for powerful fireside chats and an engaging keynote conversation with industry leaders from across Africa, Europe and America!

2024 Highlights

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An invitation-only cocktail event where PR and professional experts will meet to connect and network while recognising the PR leaders who have changed narratives in the past year.

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Meet the 2025 Speakers!

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Global Summit (Virtual)

Lagos PR Day Soiree & PR Power List Presentation

We're back & better!

Friday, 19th of July
Lagos!
Friday, 18th of July
Lagos!

Celebrating the Best in Nigerian Public Relations: An Exciting Evening of Recognition, Networking and Inspiration.

This year, on July 18th, GLG Communications is bringing back the WPRD Soiree and Awards Presentation to the vibrant city of Lagos for an unforgettable experience, and you can get a front-row seat! Released on July 16th, on the globally recognised WORLD PR DAY, the 2025 GLG’s World PR Power List features a few returning honorees from previous years and fresh new entrants joining the power list. This year’s  PR Power List will highlight the remarkable achievements and contributions of PR and communications professionals to the industry!

2025 GLG WPRD Soiree At A Glance: 

2025 GLG WPRD Soiree At A Glance: 

  • Networking, photos, videos and cocktails.
  • Keynote conversation.
  • A Fireside Chat featuring career professionals and business leaders.
  • PR Power List recognition and certificate presentations.
  • PR Icon of the Year announcement.
  • Networking, Music. Refreshments, Press interviews and more!

Chat & Network With:

Chat & Network With:

  • Entertainers 
  • Entrepreneurs
  • Career Professionals
  • Business & Industry Leaders
  • Public Relations Enthusiasts
  • Government Officials and Press Members

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Lagos PR Day Soiree and Power List Presentation

The Future is PR

Celebrating Outstanding PR power-houses

GLG World PR Day Cocktail

In partnership with The Guardian Nigeria and WPRD, GLG Communications spearheaded a groundbreaking flagship Nigerian WPRD event in Lagos to critical acclaim.

Honouring Excellence in PR

The GLG World PR Day Cocktail is an annual event that recognises and honours the 50 most outstanding PR practitioners in Nigeria. Who will make the list this year? Stay connected @glgcomms across social media and on guardian.ng to see the full list!

PR Powerhouse

With a commitment to quality and innovation, GLG Communications is a leading player in the PR industry, offering unrivalled public relations and reputation management services for individual and corporate brands. From Africa to Europe and the GCC region, GLG Communications drives change and delivers impactful results.

See highlights from 2024 GLG WPRD COCKTAIL

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PR POWER LIST SOIREE >

Meet the 2025 PR Power List Jury

To ensure credibility and validity, our Panel of Jurors worked independently to provide this year’s PR Power List

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Andras SZTANISZLAV 🇭🇺

CEO, ICCO

Nitin Mantri 🇮🇳

REGIONAL MD, APAC, WE COMMS

Stephen Oluwatoyin Onaivi 🇳🇬

Managing Director, MediaReach OMD

Adetutu Laditan 🇳🇬

Creative Director, Woof Studios Africa

Segun McMedal 🇳🇬

Lead Partner at Upticomm Marketing Company, and Former Chairman of the Lagos NIPR

Stacey Baluske Mtika 🇿🇲

Founder & Lead Consult, Tide Media Consultancy Limited

Marian Ogaziechi 🇳🇬

Managing Director, Dentsu Agyle

Babajide BENSON 🇳🇬

Executive Director, CAST Public Relations

Precious NWACHUKWU 🇳🇬

Global PR Chief of Research, PR Power List

Anietie Udoh 🇳🇬

Creative Marketing Strategist, Divisional Director at Marketing Edge

Kwame Senou 🇨🇮

Regional Advisor West and Central Africa, Edelman

Olamide Jasanya 🇳🇬

Manager, B2B Portfolio at Tangerine

Rachel Onamusi 🇮🇪 🇳🇬

CEO, VN Sync

Autumn Marie Faraj 🇺🇸 🇷🇼

Founder & CEO, KGL FWD

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What people are saying

Don’t just take our word for it, hear from our esteemed attendees.

“Attendees actually connected, networked and anchored high-level conversations and solutions about PR in Nigeria and in a global context. The young practitioners on the panel impressed me a great deal. They raised the bar of my confidence that indeed we have a future that can be driven by intellectual capital”
Martins Oloja
Martins OlojaManaging Director and Editor-in-Chief of The Guardian
“Special shout out to @glgcomms for the celebration of WPRD and a beautiful cocktail reception with great conversations and networking… Someday, we will make it to the PR power list, and we look forward to that. Until then, we will keep putting in the work. The future is PR, We live it and we love it!”
Blessing Olisa
Blessing OlisaFounder of PR Fusions
“GLG’s World Public Relations Day event of 2022 showcased the immense power of effective communication and the crucial role of PR professionals in building trust, fostering relationships, and driving positive change. The PR Power List celebrated industry leaders who consistently demonstrated excellence, inspiring the next generation to pursue greatness in the field of public relations.”
Cyrille Djami
Cyrille DjamiEditor in Chief, Naole Media, Paris
"Attending last year’s GLG World PR Day cocktail made me really understand that public relations is much more than having a publicist and everyone and everything needs public relations in one way or another. Since then, I’ve looked at public relations in a different light and am even dabbling in offering client’s PR services now."
Anto Lecky
Anto LeckyEducator, Entertainer, Entrepreneur
"I really enjoyed the GLG Champagne and Power List Awards Evening. It was a night of elegance, celebration, and appreciation for the best in the business. The evening truly honoured the remarkable achievements of the winners and showed off the excellent work PR experts do to change narratives, build reputation and maintain relations. Well done, GLG Communications!"
Rachel Onamusi
Rachel OnamusiFounder & CEO, VN Sync, Co-Founder, 10X Thrive
"I believe that the PR Power List is an Oscar of some sort to the Nigerian PR industry and I say this because I am aware of the intensely detailed work involved in the compilation and pruning of the list. I have been privileged to be on the team since its inception, and I can attest to the excellent research and scrutiny that births the list. The list will trigger growth and fast-track all of the many positive changes we hope to see in the industry. I think it's a gentle reminder of the need to prioritize excellence, trust and transparency in our dealings as PR practitioners. Needless to say, it has come at a very great time, when the world is starting to look to Africa for not just entertainment but also for competence. The PR Power List is definitely one thing to covet for the lot who haven’t made it and something to cherish for the ones who have."
Olamide Jasanya
Olamide Jasanya Founder/CEO, GreyStripes Consulting
The PR industry, despite being a booming sector that has quietly developed over the years, wasn't always as prominent, particularly in Nigeria. Kudos to people like Omawumi Ogbe who are constantly changing the face of PR and redefining what it means to be a PR specialist. Public Relations is becoming more than an just a side job or pastime, It is progressively turning into a career path. As a PR specialist, Omawumi is one of the few I look up to in the industry, she inspires my love for PR because she definitely knows her onions, she makes you love the job. Well done with the work you do Omawumi, I'm so pleased to see that you are representing Nigeria's PR sector on international platforms, all thanks to the work you do.
Mina Hope Obeten
Mina Hope ObetenLawyer/PR Specialist

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Andras Sztaniszlav - Interim CEO, ICCO, and President of the Hungarian PR Association

Andras Sztaniszlav has started his career as a journalist, later worked for the Government Services as Comms Officer and then became a strategic communications advisor. His consultancy service (PersonaR Communication Advisory Ltd) is on the market since 2005. Over the years he advised clients from corporate and not-for-profit sector, startups, company leaders and agencies. As a consultant he mostly works with in-house comms teams, agencies, project teams on organisational developments, strategic planning, stakeholder management and creating organisational narratives.” He is a Chartered PR Practitioner, a certified CMS consultant and auditor, a Fellow of the CIPR. He has been recognized by PRO.PR Global Award in 2018. He is the President of the Hungarian PR Association (HuPRA) and currently serves as interim CEO of ICCO (International Communications Consultancy Organisation)

Nitin Mantri - President, APAC We. Communications & Group CEO, Avian We

Nitin is responsible for driving We.’s growth across Asia, including business development, client partnerships, and global expansion. Formerly MD of We. APAC, he helped scale Avian, We. into a top PR agency in India expanding its presence nationally and growing its team 40-fold.  Nitin is recognised across India for his expertise in crisis management, public affairs, and executive media training. In 2011, spotting the rising importance of public policy, he co-founded Chase India — a specialist advisory firm that helps Indian and global companies navigate policy and regulatory landscapes. Before joining Avian We., he led U.K. operations at Brodeur/Pleon (now Ketchum), managing its corporate and technology B2B practices. Nitin is Chair of PRCA’s Global Advisory Board, Co-chair of PRCA Asia Pacific, and was the first Asian President of ICCO (2019–2022). He also served as President of PRCA India (2015–2020) and regularly teaches communications at SCoRe. Widely recognised for his leadership, Nitin has received the ICCO Hall of Fame honour, PRCA APAC’s Outstanding Contribution Award, and Provoke News’ Individual Achievement SABRE Award. He lives in New Delhi with his wife and two children.

Segun McMedal - Lead Partner at Upticomm Marketing Company

Segun McMedal is a transformational leader and certified public relations practitioner, driven by a passion for relationship-building and strategic brand growth. With over two decades of experience, he helps brands unlock their full potential through insightful, results-driven communication.  A multiple award-winning strategist and storyteller, Segun was named Outstanding Public Relations Personality of the Decade in 2024 and recognized as one of Nigeria’s most influential marketing communications professionals. As Lead Partner at Upticomm Marketing Company and former Chairman of the Lagos NIPR, he is widely regarded as a thought leader in the industry.  Segun’s versatility allows him to engage diverse audiences with clarity and purpose. He is especially passionate about guiding businesses in crafting impactful narratives in the evolving communication landscape.  He is the visionary founder of the prestigious Lagos Public Relations Industry Gala and Awards (LAPRIGA) and the Nigeria Digital PR Summit, formerly known as the Lagos Digital PR Summit. His deep commitment to brand building and nation-building drives his multifaceted contributions to the PR profession in Nigeria.  Segun brings a unique blend of professionalism and diplomacy to every initiative. A lover of travel and literature, he continually draws on global insights to inform his work and leadership.

Rachel Onamusi - Founder & CEO, VN Sync 

Rachel Onamusi is the founder and CEO of VN Sync, a UK-based tech and marketing firm serving clients across Africa, Europe, and the U.S. A leading digital strategist, she has shaped media and engagement campaigns for presidential candidates, global nonprofits, and Fortune 500 brands. Her expertise spans digital strategy, brand development, market research, and tech training platforms. A sought-after speaker, Rachel has delivered talks at Google Women Techmakers, Women Transforming Tech, and VMware. Passionate about leadership, personal agency, and sustainable impact, she’s been featured in the BBC, BusinessDay, and The Guardian as a respected voice in global innovation and transformation.

Olamide Jasanya - Manager, B2B Portfolio at Tangerine

Olamide Jasanya is a seasoned corporate and marketing communications professional with experience spanning journalism, digital media, public relations, and financial services. He has held key roles at leading organizations such as ID Africa, Black House Media (BHM), Brooks and Blake, Sterling Bank Plc, and Heirs Insurance. Currently, he serves as Manager, B2B Portfolio at Tangerine.Olamide’s academic background includes a degree in Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts from Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), a Masters in Business Administration with a specialization in Marketing from the University of Lagos, and a Master of Science in CSR & Sustainability with Distinction from London Metropolitan University.

Babajide Benson - Executive Director, CAST Public Relations

Babajide Benson is a consummate communications professional and master of ceremonies with comprehensive expertise across the value chain, specializing in public relations, investor relations, media relations, business development, corporate writing, and crisis management. As a Board Advisor and community leader, he positions business leaders as subject matter experts through innovative thinking and strategic networking. He previously served as Executive Consultant, Corporate Communications at the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA). Currently, Babajide is the Executive Director at CAST Public Relations and a Producer/Presenter at CITY105.1FM.

Precious Nwachukwu - Global PR Chief of Research, PR Power List

A distinguished MBA graduate from the University of Edinburgh Business School recognized as an MBA Leadership Scholar. With over a decade of international experience in public relations, corporate communication, and organizational strategy, she has led communication strategies for high-profile multimillion-dollar projects, including mergers, acquisitions, and nationwide rebrands.

While at Blackhouse Media (BHM), she played a pivotal role in increasing MTN Nigeria’s market capitalization and growing client revenue and market share. Her rebranding efforts at Sterling Bank Plc yielded significant cost savings and enhanced brand awareness, while her tenure at HTN Towers saw successful investor communications and business growth.

Acknowledged as one of Nigeria’s top 50 PR professionals, she also co-chairs the NextGen Committee at PRCA Scotland, mentoring early-career PR professionals. Her expertise spans communication strategy, crisis communication, change management, and stakeholder engagement, positioning her as a leading figure in global public relations.

Autumn Marie Faraj - Founder & CEO, KGL FWD

Autumn Marie is a communications professional with nearly 20 years of PR and marketing experience. She has executed communications campaigns, experiential activations, and community engagement events across the US and various parts of Africa. After fifteen years of working in music, film, TV, and social cause communications in New York City, Autumn Marie moved to Mauritius and then to Rwanda, where she has been living and working since 2018.

Autumn Marie is the founder and managing director of KGL FWD (Kigali Forward), a creative and cultural communications, lifestyle, and capacity-building agency that develops stories, strategies, collaborations, and experiences to amplify more expansive narratives of Africa. KGL FWD is also the founder of the Rwanda Communications Network, a network hub for communications professionals in Rwanda to collaborate, exchange best practices, provide professional development, and collectively support the growth of Rwanda’s communications industry.

Autumn is deeply committed to connecting people, places, and resources from across the global Black diaspora and using the power of words, media, and art to disrupt biased narratives and engage audiences in impactful and memorable ways.

Kwame Senou - Regional Advisor, West and Central Africa, Edelman

Kwame Senou has spent his career working in agencies of all sizes across the West African countries of Ivory Coast, Benin, and Togo, including OPRG and, most recently, as Senior Vice President of Opinion & Public BCW. He has always maintained a singular focus on bridging the gap between Francophone and Anglophone Africa. In 2022, he set up The Holding Opinion & Public to further champion this cause and advance the practice of PR in Francophone Africa by working with global partners including the PROI network, Edelman, and BCW. Having advised multinationals, regional champions, governments, and not-for-profit organizations on strategic communications, media relations, advertising, branding, events, and content production, he is known for his in-depth understanding of audiences in French-speaking Africa and the best channels to reach them. He is also a PRCA Global Advisory Board member and a board member of Brand Africa.

Omawumi Ogbe
Managing Partner, GLG Communications and Creator, PR Power List

Omawumi Ogbe is the managing partner at GLG Communications, a leading PR and reputation management firm. A candidate in Europe’s #1 Executive MBA program at HEC Paris, Omawumi holds a postgraduate degree in Media and Communication from Pan-Atlantic University, where she finished overall best-graduating student. A TEDx speaker and experienced trainer, Omawumi’s leadership skills have led her team to win several awards, including “Best Innovation in PR” at the 2022 LaPRIGA Awards. She is the first female president of the Life Coaches Association of Nigeria(LCAN) and a 2019 Coaching Icon Award recipient. She has received other awards, including the 2023 Outstanding PR Personality of the Year by Marketing Edge Brands and Advertising Excellence Awards, a 2022 Leading Ladies Africa 100 Most Inspiring Women in Nigeria, and the 2022 Class of 40 under 40 Most Influential People of African Descent by MIPAD. She is a board member at the Azeez Amida Foundation.

Tianna Robinson - Founder and Lead Publicist, Intertwined Agency

Tianna Robinson is an award-winning publicist, brand strategist, and founder of Intertwined Agency, a communications firm recently repositioned as an AI automation and production studio. With over 15 years of experience shaping narratives for global brands and cultural leaders—including Keke Palmer, The Recording Academy, Warner Music Group, and Cadillac—Tianna now stands at the forefront of conversations where artificial intelligence meets media, culture, and storytelling. She is the creator of **AI for PR**, an innovative initiative designed to help communications professionals and creatives automate their workflows and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Her work has been spotlighted across major platforms, including Cannes Lions, National Black AI Literacy Week, and more, for its practical approach to AI integration in creative industries.

Fatou B. Barry – Founder, PR Girl Manifesto

Fatou B. Barry is a strategic communications professional and founder of PR Girl Manifesto, a global nonprofit empowering over 50,000 PR professionals with resources, mentorship, and thought leadership. Her multidisciplinary storytelling approach spans fashion, hospitality, and social impact, championing inclusivity, accessibility, and cultural nuance. Fatou also serves as PR Director for the James Harden-founded Impact13 Foundation and advises mission-driven brands on narrative, visibility, and voice. Recognised as a respected industry voice, her work sits at the intersection of strategy and storytelling with a belief that communications is a tool for influence and integrity, shaping the evolving PR landscape.

Marian Ogaziechi - Managing Director, Dentsu Agyle

Marian Ogaziechi is a dynamic force in Africa’s media and marketing industry, with nearly 20 years of experience across brand strategy, media investment, and content innovation. She holds a degree in Theatre and Communication Arts from the University of Jos and has completed executive programs at both the London Business School and Lagos Business School. As Managing Director of Dentsu Agyle Nigeria, she leads with a focus on media efficiency, platform innovation, and entertainment-driven marketing. Marian has guided commercial growth for Fortune 500 companies across multiple sectors and is an associate member of the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria.

Ross Monaghan - Former CEO | Academic, Deakin University

Ross Monaghan is an award-winning educator, former CEO of the Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association, and a leader in professional communication. He is widely recognised across the Asia–Pacific for his work on communication strategy, the ethical use of AI by professional communicators, and developing future-ready communicators through education and industry training.

You can connect with Ross on LinkedIn by visiting – www.rossmonaghan.live/linkedin.

Francesca Uriri, Founder, Leading Ladies Africa, and Head Communication, Product Equity & Inclusion, Meta (Nigeria | United States)

Francesca is a gender equality and women empowerment advocate who works at the intersection of equity, social impact and international development. 

She is the Founder of Leading Ladies Africa  — a women’s rights organization working to advance gender inclusive leadership, equity and economic justice for African women and girls.

Mercy Eke – Reality TV Star, Actress

Mercy Eke is a reality TV star, actress, brand influencer, and entrepreneur. Rising to fame as the first female winner of Big Brother Naija (2019) and first runner-up in the All Star season (2023), she has starred in Fate of Alakada, Netflix’s Shanty Town, and upcoming films. Mercy has won awards including AMVCA Best Dressed Female (2020), LA Mode’s Brand Influencer of the Year, and SRTV’s African Personality of the Year. With over 7 million followers and a reach exceeding 90 million, she has worked with 30+ brands since 2019, positioning her as one of Nigeria’s most influential entertainment and business figures.

Maxim Behar, FPRCA - CEO of M3 Communication | Board member of BAPRA

Maxim Behar is a globally renowned PR expert, entrepreneur, journalist, diplomat, and Harvard Kennedy School graduate. He is the founder and CEO of the leading Bulgarian PR company M3 Communication Group, Inc., exclusive partner of Hill+Knowlton Strategies. He is a former ICCO President. Maxim has been inducted into the Global PR Hall of Fame in London and awarded many titles, among them Best PR Professional in Europe for 2020 and 2022 by PR Week, Global CEO of the Year by The International Stevie Awards, and Communicator of the Decade by the Indian Association of Business Communications. His book The Global PR Revolution was ranked among the Top 3 Best PR Books of All Time by Book Authority.

Sarah Waddington CBE - CEO, PRCA.

Sarah Waddington is CEO of the PRCA. Prior to that, she served as a director at Wadds Inc., where she advised creative agency management teams on company direction to drive sustainable growth. With over 20 years’ experience, Sarah is the UK’s only Chartered director and Chartered PR practitioner, offering a unique mix of governance and communications expertise.

She is the founder of #FuturePRoof, a community dedicated to reasserting public relations as a strategic management function, and co-founder of Socially Mobile, a not-for-profit PR training school that helps individuals from lower socio-economic backgrounds and underrepresented groups increase their earning potential.

Sarah’s Commander of the Order of the British Empire ( CBE )was awarded in June 2021 for services to public relations and the voluntary sectors. She was also awarded the CIPR’s Sir Stephen Tallents Medal for exceptional achievement in public relations and the PRCA’s Outstanding Contribution in Digital Award.

A Past President of the CIPR, Sarah is a member of the Northern Power Women Power List, features on Provoke Media’s Innovator 25 EMEA 2021 list, and is a regular speaker at industry events.

Ruth Kadiri – CEO, Ruth Kadiri Productions

Ruth Kadiri is an award-winning Nigerian actress, screenwriter, and filmmaker. As CEO of Ruth Kadiri Films and creative lead of RuthKadiri247 YouTube channel, she produces films with over 436 million views and 3 million+ subscribers. Her hit films Love Me More, Forever Yours, and Boys Are Bad showcase her exceptional storytelling and understanding of audience preferences. In July 2024, her film Alaye premiered on Prime Video, where she also starred. Renowned for her emotionally rich narratives, Ruth continues to redefine African cinema with authentic stories that inspire millions, positioning her as a trailblazer in Nollywood, a leader in digital film distribution, and one of Nigeria’s most sought-after creative forces.

Adetutu Laditan - Creative Director, Woof Studios Africa

Adetutu Laditan is a visionary marketing strategist and founder of Woof Studios, a Creator Services partner helping African creators unlock global opportunities through storytelling, distribution, and monetization. Formerly a Senior Marketing Manager at YouTube, she played a key role in expanding YouTube’s presence in Sub-Saharan Africa, empowering creators with growth strategies. With a decade of experience in content, branding, and digital innovation, she is passionate about shaping Africa’s creative economy and positioning its storytellers at the forefront of the global stage

Layole Oyatogun - PR Expert, Actor & Broadcaster

Layole Oyatogun is a dynamic media personality, actress, PR expert, and celebrated red carpet host.     She has hosted major fashion and entertainment events across Africa and internationally, and currently stars in her fashion reality series, Layole’s Diary. As CEO of LOPR, she manages top Nigerian celebrities and consults for The Real Housewives of Lagos. She has hosted major fashion and entertainment events across Africa and internationally, and currently stars in her fashion reality series, Layole’s Lounge, on Africa Magic.

Victoria Uwadoka – Corporate Communications, Public Affairs & Sustainability Lead, Nestlé Nigeria

Victoria Uwadoka leads Corporate Communications, Public Affairs, and Sustainability at Nestlé Nigeria, shaping public image and enhancing stakeholder engagement through strategic initiatives. With over 20 years of experience spanning Logistics, Food, and Beverages, her career includes roles at Microsoft, where she served as Regional Marketing Communications Lead for West and Central Africa, as well as PR & Events Manager for Nigeria. Known for her strategic insights and ability to drive social impact, Victoria spearheads initiatives that build thriving communities. Passionate about empowering Africa’s communicators, she actively mentors emerging professionals and reshapes narratives to highlight the continent’s potential. 

Mabel Adeteye – Head, Brands & Marketing Communications, Wema Bank

Mabel Adeteye is Head of Brands & Marketing Communications at Wema Bank and a Forbes Communications Council member. With 15 years of expertise in strategic communication, brand management, PR, and digital marketing, she has managed high-profile campaigns for local and international brands. Her portfolio includes corporate restructurings, product launches, crisis communications, CSR, sustainability campaigns, and perception management. She holds accreditations from CIPR (UK), NIPR, and CIM (UK), and is an alumna of Babcock University, Ahmadu Bello University, and Lagos Business School.

Jide Sipe – Group Head, Brand Transformation & Digital Marketing, Bank of Industry

Babajide A. Sipe is the Group Head, Brand Transformation and Digital Marketing at Bank of Industry, driving initiatives that transform Nigeria’s industrial sector and amplify its funding impact. Previously, he was Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications at Ecobank Nigeria, leading major indigenous campaigns, and spent over a decade at Guaranty Trust Bank as Head of Brand Management and in other significant roles. He holds a Master’s in Business Management from University of Portsmouth, a Postgraduate Degree in Business Administration from University of London, and is an alumnus of Pan-Atlantic University’s Strategic Business Leadership Programme. Jide is a member of NIPR, NIMN, ARCON, CMI UK, and currently serves as General Secretary of ACAMB.

Tolulope Olorundero – Founder, Mosron Communications & Nigerian Women in PR

Tolulope Olorundero is an award-winning B2B PR and strategic communications consultant, Founder and Principal Consultant at Mosron Communications, serving global brands and social impact organisations. She is also Founder of Nigerian Women in Public Relations, advocating for growth, competence, and global opportunities for female PR professionals of Nigerian descent. Listed among Nigeria’s Top 50 PR Professionals since 2022, Tolulope is an internationally published author and sought-after business communications trainer. She holds a Masters in Public and International Affairs and is an alumna of PAU’s School of Media and Communications. Her impact focuses on empowering women in PR, enhancing brand narratives, and advancing excellence in communications practice.

Dr. Bukky George-Taylor – MD, Robert Taylor Media

Olubukola (Bukky) George-Taylor is a strategic communications expert, public speaker, and branding coach. As Founder and CEO of Robert Taylor Media, a premier strategic communications agency in Nigeria for 18 years, she has shaped narratives for local and international brands across Africa. Her expertise spans public relations, brand positioning, reputation management, crisis communications, corporate communications, influencer marketing, executive profiling, and campaign development. An honorary PhD holder in Communications and Strategy from Myles University, Bukky has mentored over 1,000 women globally in personal branding. In 2024, she authored Born to Stand Out. She is listed among the Top 50 Most Influential Women in Marketing and Communications (2024) and her work has been featured in Forbes Africa, VARIETY, Marie Claire Nigeria, Business Day, and The Guardian.

Zsofia BALATONI

Zsofia is a communication professional with 20+ years of strategic communications and ESG communication experience. She has won over 200 awards on three continents. Since founding her first agency 16 years ago with her partner, her clients have included the largest multinational firms in tech, finance, pharma, and FMCG, such as Mastercard, Microsoft, Xiaomi, Sanofi, Merck, Knorr Bremse, Airbus, NN, Aegon, Danone, Unilever, Nestle, Nespresso, Coca-Cola, and Heineken, in over 30 countries in Europe, America, and Asia.

 

Lakinbofa Goodluck (Phd) - Public Relations Manager, MTN Nigeria

Lakinbofa Goodluck is the Public Relations Manager at MTN Nigeria, where he manages public relations, media engagement, and issues management for one of Africa’s most respected brands. With over a decade of experience in marketing, public affairs, and strategic communication, he brings clarity, calm, and creativity to complex communication challenges. He holds a PhD in Media and Communication and serves as an adjunct faculty member at the School of Media and Communication, Pan-Atlantic University, where he teaches Public Relations Writing and Strategy.

Amanda Woolverton

Amanda Woolverton is an award-winning marketing and communication leader with extensive global experience in the high-tech industry. She has held leadership positions in strategy development, marketing, and communication at Microsoft, Ericsson, and Bloomberg. She has a proven track record of elevating brand value and driving business growth.

Amanda’s experience has equipped her with keen insights into technology development and market dynamics, as well as the capability to connect the dots through cultural understanding and a global perspective. She currently serves as an advisor to the Economic Corridor initiative (IMEC) while participating in the EMBA program at HEC Paris.

Jimmie Akinsola - TV Host, Actor & Event Compere

Folajimi Akinsola, popularly known as Jimmie, is a powerhouse in Nigerian entertainment and sports, celebrated for his dynamic presence as a renowned event host, broadcaster, and actor. His lifelong passion for sports, particularly football, saw him rise from a child TV interviewee to a leading presenter on SuperSport’s “SUPERPICKS” and Budweiser’s “Kings Of Football Podcast.” As an actor, Jimmie’s filmography includes “Bad Boys and Bridesmaid” and the 2024 Prime Video Original “Ebuka Turns Up Africa.” Notably, he starred in the cinema movie “When Love Strikes” (released September 2024), which later achieved the #1 spot in Nigeria on Prime Video.