The Grand Finale of GEF 2024: A Celebration of Leadership, Innovation, and Culture
- Patrick Nwafor
- Nov 26, 2024
- 2 min read
Day 3 of the Global Entrepreneurship Festival 2024 ended on a high note! From empowering women at the International Women’s Congress to the dazzling fashion show and unforgettable performances by the legendary Femi Kuti. The grand finale celebrated innovation, leadership, and culture.
A truly transformative close to an inspiring festival! 🎉
International Women’s Congress: A Celebration of Leadership and Empowerment
The highlight of the day was the International Women’s Congress, a powerful forum supported by WIMBIZ. It gathered global women leaders who are shaping the future through mentorship, networking, and transformative leadership.
Address by Bernice Fernandes:
Bernice Fernandes shared profound insights on how women can access opportunities, emphasizing the need for mentors and sponsors.
Keynote Speech by Dr. Funke Felix-Adejumo: Dr. Funke Felix-Adejumo delivered an electrifying keynote titled "Transformative Leadership and Mentorship: Paving the Path to Poverty Eradication." Her address underscored the vital role of women in fostering economic growth, innovation, and social change.
Panel Discussions Moderated by Bernice Fernandes: The panels explored themes like mentorship, sponsorship, and driving sustainable change. The first session, moderated by Bernice Fernandes, featured:
Omowunmi Akingbohungbe, Executive Director of WIMBIZ, emphasized the importance of creating opportunities for women to lead in traditionally male-dominated sectors and called for everyone to support the inclusion of women.
Nancy Taiye-Aragbaye, Global Strategist & Leadership Consultant and Dr Oluremi Duyile inspired women present with their stories of resilience and determination.
Albert Deborah-Anne and Meribel Miriam Goldwin shared personal stories of overcoming barriers to success.
Speech by Ibukun Awosika: The Congress reached its crescendo with an inspiring address from Ibukun Awosika, a celebrated entrepreneur and former Chair of First Bank of Nigeria. She spoke passionately about the power of vision, resilience, and determination in driving change.
Global Recognition Awards were given to celebrate the impact of women and organisations. Recipients include the Women in Management, Business and Public Service (WIMBIZ), Haoma Worgwu and more.
The Exquisite International Fashion Show
The International Fashion Show was a dazzling display of creativity and craftsmanship. Designers from around the world showcased their work, blending tradition with innovation and spotlighting how fashion serves as a bridge between cultures.
Photo credits: WHITE OLASUNKANMI BARRY | Aka. The Handler | @son_oftheprophet
The Closing Concert: A Celebration of Culture and Rhythm
The Closing Concert brought the house down as the festival drew to a close. Performances by global icons like Femi Kuti, Ondo State Cultural Group and others turned the night into a celebration of African culture and global unity.
The energy was palpable, with attendees dancing late into the night, marking the perfect conclusion to an unforgettable festival.
The Global Entrepreneurship Festival 2024 ended with a resounding message: collaboration, innovation, and leadership are the keys to shaping a better future. From empowering women to celebrating cultural diversity, GEF 2024 will be remembered as a global transformation catalyst.
Stay tuned for more updates and see you at GEF 2025!
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