Lagos, Nigeria – Founders Connect is proud to announce the return of The Builders Summit, scheduled for May 23, 2025, at the Balmoral Convention Center, Victoria Island, Lagos. This year’s summit, themed “Momentum – The Catalyst for Growth and Innovation,” is set to be a transformative experience, bringing together Africa’s brightest entrepreneurs, investors, innovators, and creators for a day of actionable insights, collaboration, and inspiration.
Building on the tremendous success of previous editions, The Builders Summit 2025 will focus on equipping participants with the tools, strategies, and networks needed to transform initial wins into lasting success. From scaling startups to unlocking new funding opportunities, the summit promises to empower attendees with the momentum to accelerate their growth journeys.
“Momentum is what turns effort into impact,” says Peace Itimi, Founder of Founders Connect. “It is the force that takes a founder from an idea to product-market fit, a creator from consistency to virality, and a startup from good to great. This year’s summit is designed for builders ready to take decisive action and achieve transformative growth.”
Key Highlights of The Builders Summit 2025
- Expert-Led Sessions: Gain insights on topics such as AI adoption, Sales, Scaling, and smart fundraising strategies. Speakers include Fisayo Fosudo, Seye Bandele (CEO of PaidHR), Mohamed Ben Halim of Ingressive Capital, Hasan Luongo from Resilience17, Wale Lawal (Editor-in-Chief, The Republic), Damilola Tiedi from Ventures Platform, and many more.
- Fireside Chats: Engage with industry leaders, including Mitchell Elegbe, CEO of Interswitch.
- Targeted Tracks: Dedicated sessions for founders, creators, and tech professionals, each designed to address unique challenges and opportunities.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with investors, seasoned operators, and fellow innovators to exchange ideas and build meaningful relationships.
- Pitch Competition: Early-stage startups will compete for a chance to win up to $9,500 in cash and investment, along with exclusive perks.
A Broader Global Series
The Builders Summit 2025 is part of a larger international series, with the year kicking off in Nairobi earlier in March, where over 300 participants gathered for a powerful event. The series will continue with upcoming editions in Toronto (July) and London (October), further expanding its mission to empower entrepreneurs across the globe.
Get Involved
Tickets for The Builders Summit 2025 are now available. Entrepreneurs, innovators, and professionals are encouraged to secure their spots early to take advantage of exclusive access and perks.
For more details and registration, visit – www.foundersconnect.xyz/tbs2025
About Founders Connect
Founders Connect is a platform dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs, creators, and innovators across Africa and beyond. Through events, resources, and strategic initiatives, Founders Connect fosters growth, collaboration, and meaningful impact, creating opportunities for individuals and businesses to thrive.
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