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Lagos Tactical Workshop With Mr. Seleem Adegunwa Event Details: “Practical Strategies for Competing with a Global Brand – The Extraordinary Transformation of Bigi” How do you grow a proudly Nigerian brand that competes with the likes of Coca-Cola and Red Bull? What does it take to build visibility, win market share, and earn consumer trust in a global arena? If you are not a Stanford Seed Member, visit this link to register for this event. At this exclusive Tactical Workshop , Mr. Seleem Adegunwa , Managing Director of Rite Foods Limited and the visionary behind Bigi CSD and Energy Drinks , shares the behind-the-scenes strategies that transformed Bigi from a local challenger to… Show More REGISTER July 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM Marriott Hotel, Ikeja Panel Mr. Seleem Adegunwa MD/CEO Rite Foods Limited Guest Speaker Mr. Seleem Adegunwa is a seasoned business executive with over 29 years extensive experience across different industries, including the Food and Beverage industry. As the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Rite Foods Limited, he has been at the forefront of… Show More REGISTER

IWD2025 Day 1: Ask Me Anything with Toyin Onigbanjo Event Details: Join us for an exciting Instagram Live AMA (Ask Me Anything) session with Toyin Onigbanjo , founder of August Secrets. This interactive session is designed to inspire and equip women entrepreneurs with real insights into overcoming challenges and building successful businesses. 📅 Date: Wednesday, March 12th, 2025 ⏰ Time: 7:00 PM WAT 📍 Where: Instagram Live (@sstnng) 💡 Why Attend? Learn directly from Toyin Onigbanjo as she shares her entrepreneurial journey. Be part of the IWD 2025 event series, which culminates in a chance to win ₦1,000,000 in business funding for one lucky female entrepreneur. 🌟 Important Note: To qualify for the ₦1M prize, participants must attend… Show More REGISTER March 12, 2025 at 7:00 PM GMT+1 Instagram Live Panel Tomi Olatunbode Founder/CEO Spazio Ideale Moderator Tomi Olatunbode is the visionary Founder and CEO of Spazio Ideale, a leading interior design and lifestyle brand renowned for its innovative approach to creating functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces. With a wealth of experience as an entrepreneur, Tomi has… Show More Toyin Onigbanjo CEO August Secrets Guest Speaker Toyin Onigbanjo is the Founder and Creative Director of August Secrets, a fast-growing child nutrition company dedicated to providing healthy and affordable meal solutions for children. A passionate advocate for child health and wellness, Toyin has built a brand that… Show More REGISTER

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Stanford Seed Transformation Network, Nigeria Chapter is a dynamic business network empowering entrepreneurs with tools, resources, and peer collaboration to drive business growth, innovation, and economic transformation in Nigeria. Driving Business Excellence A community of transformative leaders committed to fostering growth, resilience, and innovation in Nigeria's economy. Empowering Nigerian entrepreneurs to lead with integrity, innovate boldly, and shape a prosperous future. OUR PROGRAMS Up Up ABOUT US Seed Transformation Network Nigeria Chapter The Nigeria Chapter of the Stanford Seed Transformation Network is committed to empowering business leaders to build strong, sustainable enterprises. Working closely with Stanford Seed, we focus on fostering growth through sound governance, innovative processes, and impactful leadership. Since our launch on September 23, 2016, we have been dedicated to driving economic transformation in Nigeria by supporting businesses that create lasting value. Our Mission To create wealth in Nigeria by supporting high impact, high growth, sustainable business. Our Vision To establish Nigeria as a global economic force through empowerment and wealth creation. Our Values • Integrity • Lifelong learning • Quality • Fidelity • Service • Creativity LEARN MORE Welcome Message from the President Dear Friends, Welcome to the Stanford Seed Transformation Network Nigeria Chapter, a community of visionary leaders driving change across industries. Our members, graduates of the Stanford Seed Program, are committed to scaling businesses that foster economic growth, innovation, and resilience in Nigeria. While our Network is exclusive to Seed alumni, its impact reaches far beyond. Through collaboration, shared expertise, and strategic initiatives, we empower businesses to create jobs, transform industries, and uplift communities. Together, we are building a future where Nigerian enterprises thrive as global benchmarks of excellence. We invite you to explore our work and join us in shaping a prosperous future for Nigeria. Warm regards, Omololami Ajani President, Stanford Seed Nigeria Chapter CHAPTER EXECUTIVES EVENTS & ACTIVITIES Programs that Make Impact October 30, 2025 Company Visit: Blueline Urban Projects and Prindex Properties Limited Join us for an exclusive company visit to Blueline Urban Projects Ltd and Prindex Properties Ltd, hosted by Supo Jagun and Tolu Bawa-Allah, as they share their journey, growth plans, and showcase their latest project. October 30, 2025 at 10:00:00 AM Bisola Durosinmi Etti Drive REGISTER November 18, 2025 Seed Nigeria Webinar: Navigating Nigeria’s New Tax Landscape Join us for an exclusive Stanford Seed Network, Nigeria webinar, “Navigating Nigeria’s New Tax Landscape,” featuring Akinwale Alao (Partner, KPMG in Nigeria) and Nana Abu (Senior Manager, KPMG in Nigeria). November 18, 2025 at 9:00:00 AM Zoom REGISTER November 22, 2025 Marketplace Ministry: SUITE Training with Seyi Abolaji Join us for the next Stanford Seed SUITE Training on Saturday, November 22nd, 2025, with Seyi Abolaji, Founder of Wilson’s Juice Company, as we explore how faith and business intersect to build lasting impact through Marketplace Ministry. November 22, 2025 at 9:00:00 AM Zoom REGISTER VIEW ALL EVENTS Member Directory Heralding from almost 20 countries, across over a dozen industries, participants in the Seed Transformation Program represent some of the most promising businesses throughout Africa and South Asia. To learn more about the entrepreneurs who have completed our program and to connect with them directly, search our participant directory. View Directory LATEST UPDATES News & Insights Member Focus: Oyaje Idoko, The Visionary Powering Nigeria's Digital Future When you meet Oyaje Idoko , it doesn’t take long to notice that he leads with purpose. As the CEO and Founder of Layer3 , one of Nigeria’s foremost cloud and IT solutions companies, Oyaje is known not only for his technical brilliance but also for his grounded philosophy on leadership, family, and impact. Long before founding Layer3, his curiosity for technology began at just 12 years old, a spark that would later shape a lifelong mission to use innovation as a force for good. Beyond his... Read More Building Purpose-Driven Companies: Lessons from the September 2025 SUITE Training The Start-Up Impact Training for Entrepreneurs (SUITE) is the Stanford Seed Network, Nigeria Chapter’s flagship initiative for giving... Read More VIEW ALL NEWS

Unlocking Growth! A Marketing Framework Event Details: Are you ready to take your business to the next level? This exclusive session, designed for Stanford Seed Network members, will equip you with practical marketing strategies and innovative growth hacks to drive measurable results. Led by Rahul Gadekar, a renowned expert in business growth and marketing, this event will delve into actionable techniques for increasing customer acquisition, optimizing marketing efforts, and scaling your enterprise sustainably. Rahul brings years of experience working with startups and established businesses across industries, helping them unlock their full potential through strategic marketing and data-driven decision-making. Whether you're looking to refine your brand positioning, implement… Show More REGISTER February 27, 2025, 4:00 – 6:00 PM GMT+1 Webinar Panel Rahul Gadekar CEO - R Interactives Speaker Rahul Gadekar is a highly accomplished marketing strategist and business consultant with over 15 years of experience helping businesses achieve sustainable growth. With expertise spanning digital marketing, growth hacking, branding, and customer engagement strategies, Rahul has worked with startups and… Show More REGISTER

Company Visit to Salpha Energy Event Details: The forthcoming Company Visit Program offers members of the Stanford Seed Transformation Network, Nigeria Chapter, a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and engage with fellow entrepreneurs by exploring the operations of Salpha Energy. This visit is scheduled for March 27, 2025 , with a delegation of 10 members from the Network. Salpha Energy, founded by Sandra Chukwudozie , is a leading Nigerian renewable energy company dedicated to combating energy poverty through innovative solar solutions. Since its establishment in 2017, Salpha Energy has provided clean and affordable solar energy products to underserved communities and businesses across Africa. The company specializes in designing and… Show More REGISTER March 27, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Salpha Energy Panel Sandra Chukwudozie Founder/CEO Salpha Energy Host Sandra Chukwudozie is the Founder and CEO of Salpha Energy, a leading Nigerian renewable energy company dedicated to providing innovative solar solutions to underserved communities across Africa. With a strong background in international management, economics, and industrial relations, Sandra has… Show More REGISTER

SUITE: The Entrepreneur's Mindset: Overcoming Fear, Failure, and Self-Doubt Event Details: As an entrepreneur, fear and self-doubt can often feel like roadblocks, but what if you could turn them into stepping stones? Tomi Olatunbode knows this journey all too well. From founding Spazio Ideale, one of Nigeria’s top interior design firms, to working with industry giants like IFC (International Finance Corporation - Member of The World Bank Group), AFDB (African Development Bank Group), EY (Ernst & Young), Four Points by Sheraton, Paystack, Kuda, Moniepoint.. Tomi has built a brand that transforms workspaces into hubs of creativity and productivity. But her path to success wasn’t without challenges. In this session, she’ll share… Show More REGISTER March 1, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM GMT+1 Webinar Panel Damola Adeola CEO Paykobo Moderator Damola Adeola is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Paykobo.com, a leading e-commerce platform providing cutting-edge technology solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of businesses. With a deep-rooted passion for entrepreneurship inspired by generations of business leaders in… Show More Tomi Olatunbode Founder/CEO Spazio Ideale Guest Speaker Tomi Olatunbode is the visionary Founder and CEO of Spazio Ideale, a leading interior design and lifestyle brand renowned for its innovative approach to creating functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces. With a wealth of experience as an entrepreneur, Tomi has… Show More REGISTER

IWD2025 Day 3: Financial Literacy for Women Event Details: Welcome to Day 3 of the Stanford Seed International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025 Empowerment Series ! Join us for a transformative Webinar with Tosin Olaseinde , Founder and CEO of Money Africa, as she shares her expertise on financial literacy, budgeting, investments, and wealth management tailored specifically for women entrepreneurs. Tosin’s innovative approach has empowered thousands across Africa to make informed financial decisions and achieve sustainable growth. 📅 Date: Friday, March 7th, 2025 ⏰ Time: 6pm 📍 Where: Zoom 💡 Why Attend? Learn actionable financial strategies from a leading expert in finance and investment. Be part of the IWD 2025 event series, which culminates in a… Show More REGISTER March 14, 2025 at 6:00 PM GMT+1 Zoom Panel Tosin Olaseinde Founder/CEO of Money Africa Speaker Tosin Olaseinde is the Founder and CEO of Money Africa, a leading financial literacy platform that empowers individuals and businesses across Africa to make smarter financial decisions. With over a decade of experience in accounting, finance, and investment management, Tosin… Show More REGISTER

Company Visit: Blueline Urban Projects and Prindex Properties Limited Event Details: Join Co-Founders Olasupo “Supo” Jagun and Tolulope Shakiru Bawa-Allah of Blueline Urban Projects and Prindex Properties Ltd for an exclusive, members-only company visit to two of Nigeria’s forward-thinking construction and real estate firms. This unique event is open strictly to Seed Transformation Network members, offering you a rare opportunity to go behind the scenes at a company redefining urban development in Lagos and beyond. During the visit, you will: Tour the newly completed Dream Place by Prindex , a showcase of modern architecture, design precision, and functional excellence located in Lekki Phase 1. Hear the story behind the creation and growth of both Blueline Urban Projects… Show More REGISTER October 30, 2025 at 11:00 AM Bisola Durosinmi Etti Drive Panel REGISTER

Discover the Power of Purpose: SUITE Training with Oyaje Idoko Event Details: Are you ready to unlock the secret to building a thriving, purpose-driven organization? Join us for the next Stanford Seed SUITE Training on Saturday, September 13th, 2025, where impact-driven leaders come together to learn, connect, and elevate their businesses. Why Attend This Session? In today’s fast-paced African business landscape, leading with purpose isn’t just a nice idea, it's a necessity. This transformative session, “How to Build a Purpose-Driven Organization”, will dive deep into how you can shape your company’s culture, direction, and performance around values that matter. Hear directly from Mr. Oyaje Idoko, CEO and Founder of Layer3, one of… Show More REGISTER September 13, 2025, 10:00 – 11:00 AM Zoom Panel Oyaje Idoko CEO Layer 3 Speaker Oyaje Idoko is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Layer3 , a leading cloud and IT solutions provider in Nigeria. A recognized voice in Africa’s Information and Communication Technology sector, Idoko has established himself as a pioneer in Nigeria’s cloud computing,… Show More REGISTER

Lagos Tactical Workshop With Mr. Seleem Adegunwa: Non-Members Event Details: Are you looking to scale your business, reposition your brand, or break into a market dominated by global players? Join us for an exclusive Tactical Workshop titled: “Practical Strategies for Competing with a Global Brand – The Extraordinary Transformation of Bigi” Led by Mr. Seleem Adegunwa , Managing Director of Rite Foods Limited and the driving force behind Bigi CSD and Energy Drinks. If you are a Stanford Seed Member, visit this link to register for the event. This session offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at how a proudly Nigerian brand grew to compete with the likes of Coca-Cola and Red Bull. Show More REGISTER July 24, 2025 at 11:00 AM Marriott Hotel, Ikeja Panel Mr. Seleem Adegunwa MD/CEO Rite Foods Limited Guest Speaker Mr. Seleem Adegunwa is a seasoned business executive with over 29 years extensive experience across different industries, including the Food and Beverage industry. As the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Rite Foods Limited, he has been at the forefront of… Show More REGISTER

Marketplace Ministry: SUITE Training with Seyi Abolaji Event Details: You are invited to another SUITE Training happening on Saturday, November 22nd, 2025 , with Seyi Abolaji, Founder of Wilson’s Juice Company. In this session, he will be speaking on “Marketplace Ministry”, where we will be exploring how faith, values, and enterprise can come together to build significant institutions and create lasting impact. 📌 Read more about this inspiring session below and be sure to register to secure your spot! From ₦2,000 in a Kiosk to a Leading Juice Brand When two brothers set up a tiny kiosk on a university campus with only ₦2,000, no one could have predicted what… Show More REGISTER November 22, 2025, 10:00 – 11:30 AM Zoom Panel Seyi Abolaji Co-Founder Wilson’s Juice Company Facilitator Seyi Abolaji is the Co-founder of Wilson’s Juice Company, one of Nigeria’s leading not-from-concentrate juice brands. What began with just ₦2000 in a small university kiosk has grown into a nationally recognized business with Wilson’s lemonades sold across Shoprite, SPAR,… Show More REGISTER