Day-after-day is a good day to rejoice girls! Nevertheless, on March 8, the world makes it official with Worldwide Ladies’s Day (IWD).
Worldwide Ladies’s Day (IWD) is a world celebration of the social, financial, cultural, and political achievements of girls. Every year, at the present time serves as a robust reminder of the progress made towards gender equality and highlights the work that also must be accomplished.
This 12 months’s marketing campaign theme is “Encourage Inclusion,” emphasizing the significance of variety and empowerment in all elements of society. It goals to unite girls to pave the best way for a future the place all girls have alternatives to thrive. The idea of inclusion additionally includes an actionable dedication that enriches our communities, workplaces, and societies.
The marketing campaign theme underscores the essential position of inclusion in reaching gender equality, calling for motion to interrupt down boundaries, problem stereotypes, and create environments the place all girls are valued and revered. “Encourage Inclusion” encourages everybody to acknowledge the distinctive views and contributions of girls from all walks of life, together with these within the Nigerian Occasion Trade, which has contributed considerably to the Nigerian Economic system.
The rise of occasion administration in Nigeria’s financial system could be attributed to elements reminiscent of the rise in disposable revenue, resulting in an increase in demand for occasions and celebrations, in addition to our numerous tradition and a variety of celebrations. Consequently, there’s a fixed want for professionals who can set up and handle these occasions successfully.
Because the world comes collectively to rejoice the 2024 Worldwide Ladies’s Day, it’s important to acknowledge and rejoice the contributions of those Prime 30 Ladies Leaders. They’ve invested a major quantity of power, time, and whole dedication to their craft, contributing to the event of the Nigerian Occasions Trade.
About BusyBee Excellence Awards:
The BusyBee Excellence Awards had been created to rejoice true excellence within the Nigerian Occasions business, an offshoot of the distinguished Africa’s largest summit, The BusyBee Occasion Enterprise Summit—a convention held yearly in November.
Within the spirit of celebrating true excellence, BusyBee Excellence Awards are happy to unveil the Prime 30 Feminine Leaders who’ve formed the Nigerian Occasion Trade since its inception to this point.
Take a better have a look at the experiences of those distinctive girls and the affect they’re making within the business nationwide.
1. Yewande Zacchaeus Founder, Eventful Restricted.
Yewande Zacchaeus, CEO of Eventful Ltd, a distinguished occasions planning and consulting firm in Nigeria, holds a Legislation diploma from the College of Lagos and an LL.M. from Cambridge College, England. Transitioning from a profitable profession in legislation and banking, Yewande based Eventful Ltd in 2002, rising as a pioneer and market chief within the Nigerian occasions and venue administration business.
Yewande’s ardour for remodeling occasions in Nigeria led to the creation of notable manufacturers, together with The Meals Souk, The Magnificence Souk, The Trend Souk, and The Road Souk—annual, extremely anticipated occasions on the Lagos social calendar. In 2015, she obtained the Recreation Changer Award from THISDAY Newspapers for her groundbreaking contributions to the Nigerian occasion planning business.
2. Funke Bucknor-Obruthe Founder, Zapphaire Occasions
Funke Bucknor-Obruthe, the dancing occasion planner and CEO of Zapphaire Occasions, can also be the writer of The Important Bridal Handbook and the thoughts behind Funke Says. Her firm, Zapphaire Occasions, stands as one in all Nigeria’s foremost occasion planning and administration companies, incomes accolades for revolutionary approaches in occasions for shoppers like Coca-Cola HBC, Samsung Electronics, and Google.
With over twenty years of expertise, Funke has garnered awards for her dedication and creativity. As a pioneer in Nigeria’s occasion business, she attributes her success to self-belief, braveness, laborious work, and focus. The spirit of excellence propels her to continuous achievement, serving as an inspiration to girls globally. She can also be the convener of the Occasion Expertise Africa (TEXA), an annual convention fostering training and collaboration amongst professionals within the African Occasion business for sustainable companies.
3. Ibidunni Ighodalo Founder, Elizabeth R Occasions
The late Ibdunni Ighodalo was a famend occasion administration knowledgeable and co-pastor of Trinity Home Church. She based Elizabeth R and the Ibidunni Ighodalo Basis, supporting households with infertility challenges. Recognized for her legendary occasion administration abilities, her firm, even after her passing, continues to supply complete providers, together with The Dorchester, a 3000-capacity occasion corridor in Lagos.
Via her basis, Ibdunni Ighodalo funded IVF therapies, bringing pleasure to households and preserving marriages. She handed away in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on June 14, 2020. Might her soul proceed to relaxation in peace. Amen.
4. Omolara Akinosho-Akande CEO, Simply Weddings/JW Occasions
Omolara Akinosho-Akande, CEO of Simply Weddings/JW Occasions, is a pioneer within the Nigerian Occasion Trade. Beginning Simply Weddings in 1999, she rapidly reworked it right into a trusted title for dream occasions in Nigeria.
Recognized for creating stylish, elegant, and enjoyable occasions, JW Occasions is hailed because the “WOW” issue firm in full-service wedding ceremony planning and distinctive occasion designing. Omolara can also be the Founding father of the Affiliation of Skilled Get together Organizers and Occasion Managers in Nigeria (APPOEMN).
5. Gbemisola Ope, CEO, Omega Occasions Firm
Gbemisola Ope, an Occasions Skilled with over 17 years of expertise, excels in Occasions Administration, PR, Human Assets, Buyer Relations, Funds Occasion Design/Idea, and Procurement. Her experience spans weddings, seminars, end-of-year events, and product launches for high people and company organizations in Lagos.
Gbemisola’s profession began with Adex Promoting (Chicago, Illinois) as a Public Relations Affiliate, adopted by roles at First Information Company (Houston, Texas) and Trafalgar Power Holding LLC (Houston, Texas). She then moved to the UK to work with Metropolis & Guilds (London) earlier than establishing Omega Occasions in Nigeria, the place she presently leads her group. She additionally serves as a Board Member of APPOEMN.
6. Olufunbi Akinsoye, CEO Dunamis Occasions
Olufunbi Akinsoye, CEO of Dunamis Occasions, has been orchestrating seamless occasions since 2000, accumulating over 20 years of business expertise. Her unwavering ardour and dedication to enhancing the occasion sector’s progress are immeasurable.
Funbi, the recipient of quite a few accolades such because the Beautiful Woman of the 12 months (ELOY) and Entrepreneur Amazon of the 12 months, has impacted over 300 entrepreneurs by way of her coaching college. She actively mentors budding occasion entrepreneurs, contributing to girls’s empowerment and inclusivity.
Past her skilled achievements, Funbi engages in humanitarian efforts, notably spearheading the Ijora-Badiya Feed 5,000 challenge with Restructure Africa. As a Founding Advisory Board member for Feed a Mouth Initiative, an NGO, she continues her dedication to philanthropy.
At present serving because the President of the Affiliation of Skilled Get together Organisers & Occasion Managers of Nigeria (APPOEMN), Funbi’s quest for excellence extends throughout numerous spheres of life.
7. Adefunke Kuyoro CEO of TWC Occasions Companies
Adefunke Kuyoro, CEO of TWC Occasions, is famend for her experience in organizing high-profile weddings, company occasions, and social gatherings. Often called Mrs. Ok, she served because the Quick Previous President of APPOEMN and passionately enriches the business’s information base by way of TWC Academy, coaching lots of of entrepreneurs.
An skilled CEO within the occasions providers business, Adefunke is expert in Occasion Administration, Weddings, Anniversaries, Sponsorship, and Marriage ceremony Planning. Moreover, she presently chairs NECA’s Community of Entrepreneurial Ladies (NNEW), Lagos Chapter. Her dedication to creating memorable experiences and a spotlight to element mark her as a key determine within the occasion administration sector.
8. Ayiri Oladunmoye Founder/CEO of Oaken Occasions Restricted.
Ayiri Oladunmoye, Founder/CEO of Oaken Occasions Restricted, brings over 15 years of expertise within the Occasions Trade. Because the Govt Director of Company Planning and Administration at Del-York Group, one in all Africa’s largest occasion corporations, this former banker and Human Useful resource knowledgeable have carved a distinct segment for her model by way of talent, creativity, and dedication.
Ayiri’s journey in occasion planning started when she organized her wedding ceremony in 2002, resulting in the institution of Oaken Occasions in 2009. The corporate, specializing in full-service occasion design, session, and administration, displays Ayiri’s dedication, creativity, and orientation.
Noteworthy achievements embrace founding and internet hosting Atinuda, an Occasion convention elevating requirements within the African occasion business, and establishing the African Silent Heroes Basis and Ora Rae Hope Alive Basis.
Famend for flawlessly executing high-profile occasions, Ayiri ensures a personal touch and utmost confidentiality for her shoppers, solidifying her fame within the business.
9. Bisi Sotunde. Managing Director, BusyBee Occasions
Coach Bisi, an award-winning Worldwide Occasions Planner and MD of BusyBee Occasions in Lagos, is a distinguished power within the business, excelling in company features, weddings, and events for over 15 years. An authorized administration guide, enterprise coach, and mentor, she is a facilitator in occasions administration and entrepreneurship.
Often called the ‘Jagaban’ of the Nigerian Occasions Trade, Bisi’s affect has constructed robust manufacturers throughout the sector. She serves as an Worldwide Mentor for the World Entrepreneurship Community (GEN Nigeria) and the Tony Elumelu Basis. Acknowledged for her affect, Bisi has represented Nigeria/Africa in conferences sponsored by the Dubai Economic system and Tourism Board and Abu Dhabi Tradition and Tourism Board.
Bisi led a group to the Dubai World Marriage ceremony Excellence Retreat in 2023, absolutely sponsored by the Dubai Authorities. Her quite a few awards embrace Occasion Planner of the 12 months 2023, Prime 50 Influential Icons in Nigeria, Most Supportive Coach of the 12 months, and Golden Mentor of the 12 months.
Via BusyBeeAcademy, she has educated over 2000 occasion professionals and is the convener of the BusyBee Occasion Enterprise Summit since 2017. Bisi additionally leads the Thriving Enterprise Community – The Properly-Watered Backyard Tribe Nation (WWGT), a neighborhood for forward-thinking occasion professionals with over 350 members throughout Nigeria and the Diaspora.
10. Kehinde Iyiola. CEO, Finesse Occasions
Kehinde Onabanjo Iyiola, fondly referred to as Kenny, is the inventive thoughts behind Finesse Occasions and White Stone Corridor in Ikeja, Lagos. Recognized for her magnificence, intelligence, and joviality, Kenny is an emblem of self-discipline, willpower, and laborious work within the hospitality business.
With a give attention to delivering WOW experiences, Finesse Occasions has efficiently managed notable occasions, together with the sixtieth birthday ceremonies for President Bola Tinubu, the burial of Seyi Makinde’s mom, and the coronations of distinguished figures like Oba Saheed Elegushi and Rasaq Okoya.
11. Bisola Borha. CEO, TrendyBe Occasions
Bisola Borha, CEO of TRENDYBE EVENTS Manufacturing, is a globally acknowledged inventive wedding ceremony and experiential occasion planner. Earlier than launching her personal firm, she collected 5 years of company expertise at NLNG and CDIL.
Bisola’s important contributions to the Occasion Planning Trade in Nigeria have earned her prestigious awards, together with Prime 100 Occasion Planner within the World (2022/2023) and Occasion Administration Firm of the 12 months (2018). Since establishing TrendyBee Manufacturing in 2013, she constantly breaks boundaries, garnering worldwide and native popularity of creating unforgettable occasion experiences. #DreamBigDoBig
12. Adeola Okeshola. CEO, 2706 Occasions
Adeola Okeshola, CEO of 2706 Occasions, is a famend Principal Expertise Supervisor within the bespoke occasion planning business. As a educated funding banker with expertise at Citigroup UK and Chapel Hill Denham, she focuses on crafting beautiful occasions, together with marquee weddings, vacation spot weddings, company features, and personal events.
Acknowledged on the Vacation spot Marriage ceremony Planners Prime Planner 2023-2024 record, Adeola is the ‘go-to’ wedding ceremony knowledgeable for {couples} in search of unforgettable experiences. With a ardour for innovation and impeccable creativity, 2706 Occasions constantly exceeds expectations, delivering lasting recollections for particular celebrations. For Adeola Okeshola, the motto is, ‘In case you can dream it, you are able to do it.”
13. Mosunmola Nicole Akinwamide. CEO, IPC Occasions
Mosunmola Nicole Akinwamide, referred to as MNA, is the visionary CEO of IPC Occasions, with over 15 years of crafting distinctive and mind-blowing occasion experiences worldwide. A trailblazer within the Nigerian occasion business, MNA disrupts with inventive expressions, a formidable thoughts, and cutting-edge improvements. As a a number of award-winning occasion producer, she is famend for her elegant fashion, consideration to element, and the power to create magical experiences partaking all of the senses.
MNA, additionally an achieved writer, holds an undergraduate diploma from the College of Lagos and is an alumna of the Pan Atlantic College of the Lagos Enterprise Faculty. Past entrepreneurship, she is a mentor and instructor, keen about empowering the subsequent era of occasion planners. Not too long ago, she launched INVENTAA, an unique on-line platform for occasion professionals and entrepreneurs.
14. Ifeoma Stella Okoye CEO, STM Magical creation
Ifeoma Stella Okoye, an internationally licensed occasion planner and wonder artist, transitioned from a authorized profession to discovered STM Magical Creations Ltd seven years in the past. Recognized globally for detailed occasion experiences and refined magnificence, she additionally serves as a senior lecturer on the College of Nigeria Enterprise Faculty and established the STM Magical Creations Occasion Academy in 2021, acknowledged because the premier Occasion Coaching Academy in South East Nigeria.
Other than her detailed, inventive, {and professional} strategy to occasion planning, Ifeoma is a famend educator and gifted magnificence artist. Fb acknowledged her firm as one of many main SMEs in Nigeria in 2016, appointing her to the Fb Council of Nigeria.
She holds positions such because the Schooling Officer for EOPANSE and membership in APPOEMN. Ifeoma has obtained quite a few awards, together with Occasion Character of the 12 months and Make-up Artist of the 12 months on the Xperience Womanity Awards in 2015. She has been a featured speaker at occasions such because the African World Occasions Trade Summit, She Leads Africa, Fb, and EOPANSE.
15. Queen Ohamara. CEO, Qmara Vie Planners:
Queen Ohamara, CEO of Qmara Vie Planners, a luxurious occasion planning firm based mostly in Abuja, provides stress-free occasion administration, catering to numerous particular person and company tastes. With a Bachelor’s diploma in English from the College of Abuja, she reworked her love for organizing and artistic design right into a profitable profession.
After gaining beneficial expertise within the occasions planning business, Queen launched Qmara Vie Planners in 2015, specializing in offering bespoke hands-on administration and planning experiences. Over 9 years, she has organized high-profile occasions nationwide for each company and personal shoppers.
Acknowledged for her achievements, Queen Ohamara was featured in Forbes Africa Journal in November 2019 and highlighted in The Rising Girl Sequence. Her firm focuses on including sophistication and luxurious to occasions with a contemporary contact, constantly integrating the most recent methods and applied sciences whereas sustaining a heat and private strategy.
16. Lara Hans. CEO, The Planning Firm.
Lara Hans, Artistic Director of The Planning Firm in Abuja, brings over a decade of occasion administration expertise to her position. Beforehand working with famend corporations like Crimson Sapphire Nig. Ltd. and Blue Velvet Décor, Lara honed her abilities in occasion design, logistics, vendor administration, advertising and marketing, and model communications. Holding levels in Well being Science and Social Care, in addition to Peace and Battle Decision, she establishes a personalised and comfy ambiance for shoppers all through the planning course of.
Lara’s notable achievements embrace main the group for the First Pan African Well being Summit in Africa. Marriage ceremony Planner World Journal acknowledged her as one of many Prime 10 Trending Occasion Planners in 2017. Lara has additionally participated as a panelist in occasions like The Occasion Expertise Africa 2019 (TEXA). Recognized for her dedication and integrity, she ensures The Planning Firm maintains honest and open relationships with shoppers and distributors. Exterior work, Lara enjoys touring and studying.
17. Tolu Akinlade. CEO, The Chimera Firm
Tolulope Akinlade, the CEO/Occasion Director of the Chimera Firm, stands out within the dynamic world of African occasion planning and hospitality. Famend because the “Doyenne of occasions,” she brings over a decade of outstanding management and unwavering dedication to excellence. Tolulope can also be the convener of the African Hospitality and Occasion Administration Convention (AHEM-C), devoted to advancing the expansion of the Hospitality, Occasions, and Tourism business throughout Africa. She not too long ago hosted a luxurious Masterclass in Abuja/Lagos that includes famend Lebanese Marriage ceremony Designer Walid Baz as a facilitator.
18. Doubra Emein, CEO, Brad E Occasions
Doubra Emein, CEO of Brad E Occasions, seamlessly shifted from accounting to the occasions business after graduating from OAU, Ile-Ife. Established in 2010, her firm, based mostly in Warri, Delta State, is famend for planning and executing exceptional occasions within the South-South area of Nigeria. Doubra can also be the Founder and convener of The Enterprise Ladies Join (TBWC), an initiative devoted to motivating, educating, encouraging, and fostering a neighborhood of businesswomen within the Niger Delta area.
19. Sharon Madueke. CEO, Shamol Expertise
Often called the ‘QUEEN OF THE EAST,’ Sharon Madueke, CEO of Shamol Expertise, obtained the 2021 Award of Excellence within the Jap Area. Her revolutionary strategy to conventional wedding ceremony occasions within the South East has reshaped the occasion panorama. Shamol Expertise, based mostly in Enugu and increasing into Lagos, Abuja, and the Diaspora, operates Vacation spot Expertise by Sharon, catering to vacation spot occasions.
20. Chidinma Francis, Chrystal by Chee
Chidinma Francis, CEO of Chrystal by Chee, is widely known as The Undisputed Queen of the East. Her Worldwide Occasion Professionals agency, based mostly within the South East, Abuja, and Lagos, focuses on curating Unforgettable Experiences. Notable achievements embrace organizing the reception for former President Buhari’s go to to Imo State for a law enforcement officials’ convention and retreat in 2022.
21. Kikelomo Idowu, CEO, Kyksie Drapes Occasions
Kikelomo Olayeni Idowu, CEO of Kyksie Drapes Occasions and Inside, boasts over 16 years within the occasion business, profitable awards for her 360-degree experience in occasion styling, inside designs, planning, and coordination. Based mostly in Ibadan, she caters to high-profile shoppers reminiscent of FCMB, Coca-Cola, Olubadan of Ibadan, Alaafin of Oyo, and Chief Kuye’s household. Kikelomo runs The Thoughts Membership, specializing in constructive ideas, emotional well-being, and psychological well being, and is a acknowledged chief within the business.
22. Adeife Abiodun-Adeyemi. CEO, Ifectiv Contact
Adeife Abiodun-Adeyemi, CEO of Ifectiv Contact, is a tech-savvy occasion skilled, Bundle with Sense Coach, Creator, Speaker, and Digital entrepreneur. With over a decade of expertise, she provides full occasion planning, ushering, VIP hospitality, and digital/hybrid occasion administration by way of Ifectiv Contact.
Because the founding father of The Occasion Managers Group and Lead Coach at Ife’ctiv Contact Academy, Adeife empowers occasion managers, particularly girls, by offering mentoring, networking alternatives, and real insights into the business. Her mission is to information occasion professionals in taking their companies on-line for international affect and wealth creation.
23. Ebunlomo Taiyese Boluwatife, CEO, NPU occasions
Ebunlomo Tayese Boluwatife, an occasion guide, and Founding father of NUBE Occasions & Logistics Ltd, a famend occasion planning agency, boasts huge expertise and a various clientele. Educated on the prestigious Wed Academy and licensed by (APPOEMN) and the Rental Affiliation of Nigeria, Ebunlomo has efficiently organized high-profile occasions in Nigeria. She has garnered quite a few awards for her entrepreneurial abilities, making her a vibrant character within the occasion business throughout the southwest and past.
Ebunlomo initiated MY GRAND EVENT OGUN STATE, an annual occasion vendor exhibition, aiming to create consciousness and supply a platform for occasion distributors and enterprise homeowners in Ogun state. Her philanthropic nature extends to inspiring younger women to boost their abilities and pursue their goals. Acknowledged for her distinctive service supply and contributions to the occasion business in Ogun state, Ebunlomo stays a driving power within the area.
24. Abidemi Abisola Adeyemi, CEO, Tammys Occasion
Abidemi Abisola Adeyemi is the CEO of Tammys Occasion and Tammys Occasion Coaching Academy, boasting over 10 years of business expertise. Famend for dealing with large-scale company and social occasions, together with clientele just like the Ogun State Authorities, she has turn into the go-to occasion planner within the area. Abidemi can also be a educated facilitator in occasion administration, ornament, and entrepreneurship. Not too long ago awarded The Most Influential Trade Chief, she is a number one occasion skilled shaping the enterprise panorama in Ogun State.
25. Maryam Haruna, CEO, Chocolate Signature Occasions
Maryam Haruna, CEO of Chocolate Signature Occasions in Kaduna, focuses on wedding ceremony planning with a spread of providers reminiscent of finances creation, bridal consultancy, vendor sourcing, and venue choice. Acknowledged in 2023 as one of many Prime 10 Northern Queens within the Occasion Trade by Thisday Life-style Journal, she continues to deliver her experience to the forefront of the business.
26. Stella Abiodun Akinola, CEO, Damleky Occasions
Based by Stella Abiodun Akinola 26 years in the past, Damleky Occasions is a number one model in Ekiti state’s occasions and hospitality business. The group boasts a contemporary 2000-seater multipurpose corridor, over 50 employees, and quite a few awards, positioning it as a trailblazer in occasion planning and administration within the area. Damleky Occasions has efficiently hosted 1,000 occasions throughout 30 states and the federal capital territory, coaching over 350 direct and oblique people.
Acknowledged for excellence, effectivity, and ingenuity, Damleky Occasions is the popular alternative for celebration organizers in Nigeria. Mrs. Akinola presently serves because the Western Regional Chief of the Properly Watered Backyard Tribe (WWGT) Group.
27. Chioma Obiefuna, CEO, Kristafield Occasions
Often called The Fairy Godmother, Chioma Obiefuna is the CEO of Kristafield Occasions and the Convener of The Occasion Clinic. Her innate expertise for creating beautiful desk décor and room settings, mixed with a aptitude for colours and patterns, led her to pursue experience in occasions.
Having attended numerous seminars, together with EDGE Faculty in Lagos, Chioma mastered the intricacies of occasion administration. She honed her abilities beneath the tutelage of occasions institutes in Lagos and Cotonou, establishing Kristafield Occasions in September 2010.
Famend for wedding ceremony and occasion planning, Chioma extends her affect by way of knowledge-sharing at masterclasses and seminars. As a instructor, facilitator, and mentor, she launched her private model @thefairygodmother_ng throughout the COVID interval, providing model and private consulting for Eventpreneurs. Chioma’s endeavors embrace authoring ‘The Cash Properly,’ releasing podcasts, and profitable the Occasion Planner of the 12 months Award in February 2020.
“I began my enterprise as a result of I like weddings and have a ardour for planning weddings and occasions. I’ve deliberate and coordinated a number of weddings and occasions.
I’ve such a ardour for serving to individuals deliver collectively a imaginative and prescient, seeing it by way of to the tip, and with the ability to sit again and see the enjoyment, laughter, and find it irresistible brings. My expertise, organizational abilities, consideration to element, creativity, and skill to handle conditions earned me the title, ‘the fairy godmother’”
28. Nike Akinyemi, CEO, Kolony Occasions
Nike Akinyemi, famend because the queen of décor, stands as one in all Nigeria’s premier Occasion Decorators, boasting a decade of expertise. Specializing in luxurious weddings and company occasions, she garnered recognition by serving high-profile people and multinational firms. Launching her enterprise in 2011, Nike secured Lagos state authorities as a significant shopper in 2014.
Overseeing 1,000 occasions, Nike has turn into a mentor to aspiring decorators, guiding over 50 college students in occasion decor. Increasing her ventures in 2017, she ventured into Occasions Decor Leases, amassing a set of decor property. In 2019, she obtained the Finest Get together Props & Store Firm Award from APPOEMN, the place she presently serves because the Finance Director.
Nike’s innovation shines as she elevates occasion designs with charming, larger-than-life props. From eye-catching installations to imaginative decor, her creations promise unforgettable experiences for shoppers.
29. Maria-Pamela Nwonu, CEO, Nwandos Signature Occasions
Maria-Pamela Nwonu, the dynamic CEO of Nwandos Signature Occasions, holds levels in Statistics from UniAbuja, a Grasp’s in Statistics from the College of Lagos, and an M.Sc. in Computing and Data Know-how from Northumbria College, Newcastle, United Kingdom.
With a ardour for design, Maria-Pamela seamlessly transitioned from Science to Artwork, aspiring to be a profitable designer. Her imaginative and prescient is to rework each occasion into an eternal dream by meticulously attending to shoppers’ wishes, significantly recognized for creating fairytales and magical ambiences at occasions.
Recognized for her strategic mindset gained from her expertise at MTN, Maria-Pamela emphasizes work-personal life steadiness. She thrives on her love for analysis, empowering her to construct Nwandos Signature Occasions into one in all Nigeria’s top-recognized ornament corporations. The model’s uniqueness and professionalism make Nwandos a distinguished title in discussions.
30. Ibidunni Layade. CEO, Dunnice Occasions & Catering
Ibidunni Layade, popularly referred to as DUNNICE, is a number one determine in Nigeria’s occasions business. Beginning her entrepreneurial journey in 2006 with a give attention to Occasions & Inside Designs, she has efficiently managed over 1,200 occasions. Past her enterprise success, she actively mentors upcoming entrepreneurs within the occasions business.
Throughout the 2020 lockdown, Ibidunni diversified her enterprise by introducing Meals Trays, Appreciation Trays, Meals in Bowls, and Celebration Packing containers. She serves as a Personal Chef, promotes Natural Spice Cooking, and provides coaching on cooking with out inventory cubes. Dedicated to a wholesome life-style, she ventured into fruit styling and honed her design abilities by way of coaching.
Ibidunni is an knowledgeable in florals and gives floral preparations for different decorators by way of her model, Dunnice Occasions. Featured in publications like This Day, Enterprise Day, and The Nation, she is a member of APPOEMN and actively helps the occasions business, creating job alternatives for teenagers.
As a distinguished member of the Thriving Enterprise Group – The Properly-Watered Backyard Tribe Nation (WWGT), she obtained The Most Supportive Trade Chief award in 2023. Married to a supportive companion, Ibidunni Layade is a proud mom of unbelievable youngsters.
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