Only a few years ago, the Connect Nigeria Business Fair was just an aspiration. Today, it is a prime opportunity. What started as a dream has grown from wobbly steps to giant leaps. The Connect Nigeria Business Fair has become a force to be reckoned with in Africa. Through this annual event, micro, small and medium enterprises are empowered. This year’s event, scheduled to hold on the 26th & 27th of April, 2019 at the Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos Island, Nigeria, will be no different.
Attendees will have the opportunity to socialize, network and to absorb the intricacies of business as impacted by industry giants across Africa. Did I hear you say wow? This is the chance you’ve been waiting for. In case you need more incentives, here are some of the benefits you can enjoy by attending the Business Fair, 2019:
Networking
In the world we live in, is everything. It is what makes the world a global village. In this 21st Century, the success of your business is a product of your ability to harness your network and convert it into opportunities. At the Connect Nigeria Business Fair, you will have the opportunity to make significant connections that can lead to fruitful business opportunities.
At the Master Class, the Business Conference and the Club Connect lounge, attendees will have the opportunity to meet with people in their industry, and even outside their field of interest. They’ll be able to connect with new customers, potential mentors, advisors and business partners. Let me quickly add that with hundreds and thousands of participants in attendance, the smart attendee should aim to create a lasting impression in the mind of a potential mentor or advisor. The trick is to sell yourself and your market in a way that will make you unforgettable.
Professional Development
The fact remains, as Arese Ugwu puts it, that even though not everyone is an entrepreneur, we are all called to be entrepreneurial in our thinking. That way, we can add value wherever we are. So, even if you’re not an entrepreneur, the Connect Nigeria Business Fair can still help you and your career.
This year, the organizers of Africa’s Biggest Business Fair have contracted globally acclaimed industry giants to teach attendees how to start and grow their businesses, build strong business networks, improve their soft skills and develop new ones. This will motivate them to embrace innovation and continuous development.
What is more, while networking, attendees may see new possibilities for growth in their industry; they may get insider information on job openings and be able to make educated decisions career-wise.
Inspiration
So you’re not yet an entrepreneur but you have a vision and you’re wondering how business fairs such as this can help you. Well, wonder no further. At the Connect Nigeria Business Fair, you’ll meet, greet and exchange ideas with exhibitors, fellow attendees and industry experts who are willing to share their knowledge and experiences with you. Who knows, r minds with like-minded professionals may just be the incentive you need to take that dream to the next level.
Visibility
As an entrepreneur, paying for a booth at the Business Fair guarantees visibility for your business. The branded booth, the product exhibition, advertisement on the event website will announce your products and services to a larger audience. Even the Connect Nigeria media partners are strategically positioned to serve you better. They will amplify your brand and broaden your reach.
Fun
know what they say about all work and no play. Well, after the lectures, the raffle draw at the Connect Nigeria Business Fair offers attendees the perfect opportunity to unwind. There are a lot of exciting gifts to be won.
In conclusion, the Business Fair is what you make of it. If you attend with a passive mindset, you’ll most likely leave without achieving anything. But, if, on the other hand, you attend with an active mindset, you’ll be in the right frame of mind to exploit the opportunity.
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