Unleashing Africa’s Potential: Meet the Visionary Speakers of Sprout by BL 2024

Mary Nnah

Nigeria will play host to Sprout by BL 2024, a groundbreaking event designed to empower Africa’s business leaders and entrepreneurs. With a focus on “From Idea to Borderless Growth,” this year’s conference boasts an impressive lineup of speakers who are set to share their expertise, insights, and passion for innovation.

So, get ready for a transformative experience as Sprout by BL 2024 brings together an extraordinary lineup of industry leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs on December 6, 2024, in Lagos, Nigeria.
This year’s event promises to be a game-changer in Africa’s business ecosystem.

Let’s take a closer look at the remarkable individuals who will be sharing their insights and expertise at this prestigious gathering:

Ruth Okunnuga – Founder, Wasche Point

Ruth Okunuga is a visionary entrepreneur and the founder of Wasche Point, a leading business in the laundry and cleaning industry. With her innovative approach to customer satisfaction and operational efficiency, Ruth has transformed her brand into a household name. At Sprout by BL, she will share her journey, insights on navigating business challenges, and strategies for achieving sustainable growth in competitive markets.

Blessing Jessica Obasi-Nze – Actress, Filmmaker, and CEO, Desparanza Media

A celebrated actress and filmmaker, Blessing Jessica Obasi-Nze is the CEO of Desparanza Media, a creative powerhouse in the entertainment industry. Known for her ability to merge storytelling with business acumen, Blessing has carved a niche for herself in Nollywood and beyond. She is set to inspire attendees with her expertise in leveraging story-telling and creativity to drive business success and building an impactful brand in today’s dynamic media landscape.

Chris Ajieh – Entertainment Lawyer/Associate, Barinaada Legal

Chris Ajieh is a trusted name in the entertainment and legal sectors, with extensive experience in intellectual property, contracts, and corporate law. As an associate at Barinaada Legal, he has helped numerous creatives and businesses navigate the complexities of the entertainment industry. Chris will bring invaluable insights into the legal frameworks that protect businesses and empower entrepreneurs to scale ethically and securely.

Nnamani Nonso Stanley (Czar) – CEO and Cofounder, Stakecut

Nnamani Nonso Stanley, popularly known as Czar, is a visionary entrepreneur and founder of Stakecut, one of Africa’s fastest-growing tech platform empowering over 500,000 users across 7 different countries, with over one billion Naira generated in revenue within two years of founding Stakecut, Czar will share insights on how to penetrate new markets and scale operations across corders.

Babatunde Akin-Moses – Cofounder, Sycamore

Babatunde Akin-Moses is the Founder and CEO of Sycamore, a platform that bridges the gap between individuals and financial institutions through innovative lending solutions. His insights on fintech, entrepreneurship, and market expansion will be invaluable to participants seeking to break into global markets with cutting-edge financial tools.

Ayodeji Agboola — Founder Akowe

Ayodeji Agboola is a technology entrepreneur and founder of Akowe a global academic records verifiction platform using blockchain technology, with his wealth of experience in the startup space, Agboola is also a mentor at the Founder institute and a number of other accelerators, Ayodeji Agboola will be joining other speakers to share insights on how to build a successful company across borders.

Olatunde Victor Adeoluwa – Founder and CEO, SalesPlat

Olatunde Victor Adeoluwa is a leading voice in the tech-enabled sales industry and the founder of SalesPlat, a company dedicated to equipping businesses with the tools to optimize their sales pipelines. Known for his data-driven approach, Olatunde will share his expertise on scaling operations, building effective teams, and driving profitability through technology.

Ronald Nzimora – Managing Director, Profit Marketing Systems

Ronald Nzimora is a marketing maestro and the Managing Director of Profit Marketing Systems. With years of experience in crafting winning strategies for brands, Ronald has empowered countless businesses to boost their visibility and revenue. Attendees can expect actionable tips on building impactful marketing campaigns and driving customer engagement in a competitive digital age.

Alex Iheanacho – Founder, MSVEST Properties

As the founder of MSVEST Properties, Alex Iheanacho is redefining the real estate industry with innovative investment models and sustainable housing solutions. His passion for building generational wealth through real estate will provide attendees with practical strategies to harness opportunities in this lucrative sector.

Tade Cash – CEO, WIP Africa

Tade Cash, the CEO of Wealth Island Properties (WIP Africa) a leading real estate company in Lagos Nigeria, is a world class cashflow entrepreneur and the king of rental income, cashflow investor and educator. Known for his energetic and transformative speaking style, Tade will inspire participants to embrace wealth building strategies, navigate business challenges, and drive business excellence.

Barinaada Iheanacho – Founder, Barinaada Legal (Convener)

Barinaada Iheanacho, the convener of Sprout by BL, is a trailblazer in legal advisory and and the Startup ecosystem. As the founder of Barinaada Legal, she has dedicated her career to empowering innovative founders and business owners with the legal tools to succeed. Barinaada’s vision for Sprout by BL is to create a hub where ideas, connections, and solutions come together to drive African startups toward borderless growth and sustainability.

Sprout by BL 2024 is not just an event—it’s a movement. With such a stellar lineup of speakers, attendees are guaranteed an enriching experience filled with actionable insights, networking opportunities, and inspiration to take their businesses to the next level. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow with the best in the business.