Intentional Growth Design
AFRES is designed as a wider business-growth experience, not just a conference. It begins with the pre-conference Executive Breakfast and continues through a planned series of growth activities.
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AFRES 2027
FEBRUARY 3–4, 2027 · LAGOS, NIGERIA
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AFRICA FUTURE-READY EXECUTIVE SUMMIT 2027
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Can your business operate from home while selling and generating revenue across Africa, the diaspora and the world?
Join us at AFRES 2027 as business leaders, entrepreneurs and industry experts explore the strategies, leadership and business systems needed to expand beyond borders, reach new markets and build globally competitive businesses.
Our Experience Across Organizations
Your Business Started Here. How Far Can It Go?
Every business starts somewhere. But its future does not have to be limited to the market it knows today.
The next stage of growth could mean reaching new customers, entering new markets, building stronger partnerships, or competing on a bigger stage.
AFRES brings business leaders together to explore these possibilities and consider what it takes to turn ambition into business growth
At AFRES, explore how to:
See growth opportunities beyond your current market
Prepare your business for new markets and bigger challenges
Learn from the perspectives of fellow business leaders
Build connections that could open doors to new opportunities
The AFRES Growth Framework
Five Pillars.
One Growth Ambition.
Real business growth takes more than a two-day summit. AFRES brings together five important areas to help you prepare for growth, strengthen your business and keep moving forward long after the event.
Strategy
Get clearer about where your business is going, what needs to change and which opportunities to pursue. Work towards a practical growth direction for 2027.
Pillar 02Partnerships & Community
Build valuable relationships with other business leaders. Become part of an executive community where partnerships, shared opportunities and meaningful connections can grow.
Pillar 03Leadership Development
Develop the leadership capacity to guide your organisation through change, build stronger teams and lead the demands of a growing business.
Pillar 04Post-Conference Support
The work does not end when the summit closes. Continue with the AFRES executive community and the planned post-conference support activities.
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The summit is just one part of the AFRES experience.
Explore the full programme, growth activities and what
your participation includes in the official AFRES 2027 brochure.
Download Full Programme Brochure
Why AFRES Matters?
Business growth brings new challenges, new decisions, and new opportunities. AFRES creates space for leaders to examine those challenges, exchange perspectives, and explore what their businesses could do next
See Beyond Your Current Market
Look beyond your current market and consider new sources of revenue
Rethink Your Growth Strategy
Consider new approaches to revenue, business expansion, and the decisions that shape long-term performance
Learn From Other Business Leaders
Gain fresh perspectives by engaging with leaders who understand the challenges and opportunities of building a business
Build Relationships That Matter
Connect with founders, executives, and decision-makers who may offer valuable perspectives and future opportunities
- AFRES 2027
From Africa to the World
NIGERIA · DIASPORA · AFRICA
African businesses have the ambition to go further. The opportunity is to build organisations that can reach new markets, serve more customers, and compete beyond their borders.
Getting there takes more than ambition. It requires the right strategy, strong leadership, an understanding of new markets, and the ability to turn opportunities into results.
At AFRES 2027, business leaders will come together to explore what it takes to grow beyond familiar territory and prepare their organisations for what comes next.
Where your business starts should not determine how far it can go.
Date
Feb 3-4, 2027
Venue
Four Points by Sheraton, Lagos
Focus
Strategy, growth, leadership
A Journey Towards Your Next Growth.
AFRES is more than a two-day summit. It is a growth journey designed to help business leaders prepare for 2027, strengthen their growth strategies and explore opportunities across African and global markets.
22 November 2026
Pre-Conference Webinar
First Strategy Webinar Session
The first online strategy session in the AFRES growth journey. An opportunity for business leaders to think more deliberately about their business priorities, growth direction and preparation for 2027.
28 November 2026
Executive Experience
Executive Breakfast & Strategy Alignment
An executive gathering focused on preparing businesses for 2027, reviewing strategic priorities and aligning corporate direction ahead of the new year.
27 December 2026
Business Outlook
Unveiling 2027
Explore the opportunities, risks and business environment shaping 2027, and identify how your organisation can position itself to take advantage of what lies ahead.
02 January 2027
Growth Planning
Your 2027 Revenue Growth Blueprint
Development of your 2027 Revenue Growth Blueprint and 90-Day Growth Acceleration Map.
31 January 2027
Progress Review
First Growth Blueprint Review
The first scheduled review of your Growth Blueprint, providing an opportunity to assess progress and review your growth priorities.
03–04 February 2027
The Main Event
Africa Future-Ready Executive Summit
Two days of executive learning, business strategy, leadership development, strategic partnerships and discussions on how African businesses can reach customers and capture opportunities across markets.
Four Points by Sheraton, Lagos, Nigeria
28 February 2027
Post-Conference Support
Second Growth Blueprint Review
A scheduled review to assess progress against your growth priorities and the plans established during the AFRES experience.
30 March 2027
Post-Conference Support
Final Growth Blueprint Review
The final scheduled review in the AFRES growth journey, providing an opportunity to reflect on progress and identify the next steps for your business.
AFRES At A Glance
Days Summit
2
Years Of AFRES
8
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Organizations Hosted
500
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Executives Attendance
1000
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- Real impact
REAL LEADERS. REAL EXPERIENCES.
What Leaders Took From the Last AFRES Edition
- The programme
What To Expect At AFRES 2027
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From Africa To The World- The Incredible Opportunities Available For Growth Today
Understand the opportunities across African markets and where growth may come from
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How Nigerians Can Tap into the Pan-African Market from Home
Explore how Nigerian businesses can understand and pursue opportunities across African markets without necessarily relocating their operations
Day 1
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How to Avoid Legal Landmines and Collect Payments Efficiently from Abroad
Explore practical challenges around cross-border payments, documentation, and legal requirements when doing business internationally
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The Tech & AI-Enablement Required for Pan-African Readiness
Explore how technology and artificial intelligence can help African businesses improve operations, work more efficiently, and prepare to serve customers across multiple countries
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- Meet The Speakers
Speakers Of Afres 2027
Bunmi Jembola
CEO, SalesRuby
Summit Host
Bunmi Jembola is reputed as Africa’s No. 1 Business Growth Strategist, having helped over 1,000 businesses and their leaders scale. As CEO of SalesRuby, he focuses on helping organisations improve revenue, strengthen leadership and build high-performing teams. He designed AFRES 2027 as a growth program to equip African businesses with the strategies, systems and capabilities to scale beyond their current markets. As Summit Host, he brings this vision to life, guiding conversations on business growth, leadership and global expansion
Revenue and sales growth
Experience in sales coaching and helping professionals and organisations improve how they sell
Leadership and business performance
A focus on the skills, decisions, and practices that support stronger commercial performance
A bigger vision for African business
A conversation about building organisations that can pursue opportunities beyond their current markets
Tunde Mabawonku
Executive Director, Digital Bank, Wema Bank Plc
Seni Adetu
Founder and Group CEO, First Primus West Africa
Prince Abimbola Olashore
President and Chairman of Council, Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce
AFRICA FUTURE-READY EXECUTIVE SUMMIT 2027
Choose Your Experience
Secure your place at two days of strategic conversations, valuable connections and opportunities shaping Africa's next stage of growth.
01 / EXECUTIVE ACCESS
Silver
Your entry into the AFRES experience.
EARLY-BIRD PRICE
₦384,000
Until December 31, 2026
STANDARD PRICE
₦480,000
From January 1, 2027
EARLY-BIRD ENDS IN
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Ends December 31, 2026 You pay ₦480,000 after this date
Pay ₦200,000 now, balance in instalments
YOUR BENEFITS
- Access to all summit sessions
- Pre-conference strategy sessions
- Light refreshments
- Conference materials
MOST POPULAR
02 / PREMIUM ACCESS
Gold
More access. More insights. More opportunities.
EARLY-BIRD PRICE
₦480,000
Until December 31, 2026
STANDARD PRICE
₦600,000
From January 1, 2027
EARLY-BIRD ENDS IN
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Ends December 31, 2026 You pay ₦600,000 after this date
Pay ₦200,000 now, balance in instalments
YOUR BENEFITS
- Everything in Silver
- Event recordings
- Post-event community
- 1-1 business strategy session with Bummi Jembola
03 / EXCLUSIVE ACCESS
Ruby VVIP
An elevated experience with exclusive access.
EARLY-BIRD PRICE
₦640,000
Until December 31, 2026
STANDARD PRICE
₦800,000
From January 1, 2027
EARLY-BIRD ENDS IN
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YOUR BENEFITS
- Everything in Gold
- Priority seating
- Reserved VVIP lunch
- Exclusive access to AFRES speakers
All ticket prices are in Nigerian Naira (₦). Early-bird prices end December 31, 2026. Standard prices apply from January 1, 2027.
- EXCLUSIVE EARLY REGISTRATION BENEFIT
Exclusive Offer For First 30 Registrants!
Register early for the opportunity to get direct access to business growth insights and valuable connections before the summit begins
1. One-on-One Revenue Growth Strategy Session With Bunmi Jembola
Get a personal session with africas leading sales coach to discuss your growth priorities, identify gaps in your revenue strategy, and explore practical next steps for your business
2. Exclusive Pre-AFRES Breakfast
Build valuable connections with fellow CEOs, founders, and business leaders in a more intimate setting before the summit begins
- Flashback
A look at the Last AFRES edition
- Know More About AFRES
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Africa Future Ready Executive Summit (AFRES)?
AFRES is a business growth summit that brings together business leaders to explore growth strategies, strengthen leadership and build valuable business relationships. It is designed to help leaders move from growth ambitions to clear plans and practical next steps
Who should attend AFRES 2027?
AFRES is for CEOs, founders, business owners, executives and sales or revenue leaders who want to grow their businesses, explore new markets and make better decisions about their next stage of growth
When and where will AFRES 2027 take place?
AFRES 2027 will take place on February 3–4, 2027, at Four Points By Sheraton Victoria Island in Lagos, Nigeria.
- AFRES 2027 ·
The Next Stage Of Your Business Growth Starts With A Decision
Join business leaders at AFRES 2027 to explore new growth opportunities, strengthen your strategy and prepare for EXPANSION ACROSS AFRICA
- February 3–4, 2027 | Lagos, Nigeria
Choose your ticket and join us at AFRES 2027