John, Group Executive Director of Finance and Risk Management at VFD Group Plc, boasts an extensive career trajectory. Formerly, he held the roles of Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer at VFD Group Plc, and prior to that, he served as the ChiefFinancial Officer of Heirs Holdings Limited. John's journey includes pivotal roles such asHead of Business Assurance & Compliance at Heirs Holdings Limited and Manager in the Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance Services division of KPMG.

Trained by KPMG, he excels in areas spanning Accounting, Auditing, Operational and Compliance RiskManagement, Corporate Governance, and Enterprise Risk Management. Passionate about continuous learning, he actively seeks to leverage both traditional and emerging technologies to enhance task efficiency. With a wealth of experience as a training facilitator, John has led numerous programs covering Auditing, Accounting, Enterprise and Compliance Risk Management, further augmenting his expertise gained from international training stints in Nigeria, South Africa, and Germany.

Mr Sijuade is a perfectionist with an eye for detail who has a legal background and specialism in Arbitration. He received his LLB and LLM (International CommercialLaw) Oil and Gas expert from the University of Buckingham. He is meticulous with every project he carries out and puts the demands of the company at the forefront.He is known for his logical approach to issues and he is very pragmatic with the way he reasons. He is a member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitration and InnerTemple UK.

He is also a member of the Nigerian Bar Association and InternationalBar Association. He is well travelled and he uses every tool at his disposal to think of ways in which he could improve the business environment in Nigeria. He is a shareholder and co-founder of SIAA Global Resources Ltd.

Adetunji Ilori is an entrepreneur with multiple experiences in various sectors ranging from media, advertising, marketing communication, facility management, hospitality, tourism, trading and many more. He pays huge attention to details and his ability to provide a swift solution to various problems is exceptional. His great skill at developing targeted media strategies and his expertise in media planning and buying are geared towards one objective: understanding client resource limitations and giving the best value for money.

He has a Bachelor of Science in Economics withInformation Systems from the University of Buckingham and is also an AssociateMember of the Advertising Practitioners Council of Nigeria (APCON). He is aco-founder of SIAA Global Resources Ltd and City Info Africa.

Kanayo is a seasoned Senior Global Finance Executive with over 18 years of experience, excelling in providing fiscal, strategic, and operational leadership even in the most challenging scenarios. He has a proven track record of assembling motivated teams and managing complex projects with unwavering integrity across multiple African business units. As a visionary leader and decision-maker, Kanayo prioritises company objectives, initiating actionable plans for success. His expertise spans from establishing financial systems to optimize profitability and ROI.

Proficient in Project Accounting, Strategic Planning, Stakeholder Management, and more, Kanayo consistently delivers sustainable results, shaping operating policies, and procedures. With a focus on performance management and effective budget planning, he drives organizational success. Kanayo's professionalism and diverse skill set make him an invaluable asset to any team aiming for excellence.

Okunwa Okpala, Founder/CEO of Cellar Central Limited, a rapidly growing sales and e-commerce company, bringing experience from previous roles at Brian Munro Ltd. She holds a MSc in Operations, Project and Supply Chain Management at Manchester Business School, UK. Built Cellar central to be a foremost Alcoholic beverage store in Nigeria.

Okunwa is a supply chain specialist and entrepreneur with experience in marketing, business development, and human resources who excels at identifying new business opportunities and consolidating business outcomes. Her expertise lies in identifying new business opportunities and driving tangible business outcomes, making him a valuable asset to the organization.

She is a lawyer by training. She has a Master in Port and Shipping Administration from the University of Ghana, Legon, 2011. She also holds a Masters (LLM inInternational Commercial Law) from the University of Bedfordshire, Luton, United Kingdom. She obtained her BL from the Nigerian Law School, 2006. She obtained her undergraduate degree in law LLB from the Olabisi Onabanjo University in 2004.

She is currently a director of Pegasus Slate Limited, a company which deals in the sales, marketing and purchase of Agro- Allied and Agricultural products within and outside Nigeria.

Hon. Lawal Azeez Olayemi is a businessman and politician with various investmentsin different sectors. He was the Deputy Governorship candidate to Otunba IyiolaOmisore under Social Democratic Party during the 2018 elections in Osun State. Hebecame the Honourable Commissioner for Youth and Sports in 2019 under theadministration of Governor Gboyega Oyetola.

He has received several awards in recognition of his achievements as a youth andhis contribution to the society from notable organisations such as Rotary ClubInternational, The Alpha Club-Obafemi Awolowo University, the Oyo stategovernment, among others.