The Party Managers Association of Nigeria (PAMAN) is set to bring together event professionals, entrepreneurs, innovators and industry stakeholders for the sixth edition of its annual conference, PAMCON 6.0, scheduled to hold on November 11 in Lagos.
The conference, themed “The New Era of Event Management: Technology, Creativity and Profitability,” will take place at The Event Centre, Agidingbi, Lagos.
PAMAN said the conference would examine emerging opportunities, technological innovations and strategies for promoting sustainable growth in Nigeria’s events industry and the global market.
The association noted that the industry was undergoing significant changes driven by technological advancement, evolving consumer expectations, creative entrepreneurship and increasing demand for professionally managed and commercially viable events.
The conference will feature the Chief Executive Officer of Zenith Travels & Tours, Mr Ayodeji Olonilua, as keynote speaker. At the same time, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Ferjis Holistic Wellness & Bodyworks LLC, Dr Olubusola Oluwaferanmi, will deliver a special presentation.
Other speakers expected at the event include the Chief Executive Officer of Lemmontytouch Events, Adeola Sessi-Traore; Chief Operating Officer of Gracias Global Homes and Property Limited, Dr Wale Ponle; Chief Executive Officer of Tammy’s Events, Mrs Abidemi Adeyemi; and Chief Executive Officer and Publisher of Duchess International Magazine, Duchess Bolaji Odunuga.
Speaking ahead of the conference, the Chairman of the Planning Committee, Mrs Olajumoke Ibitoye, said the event was designed to shift industry conversations beyond creativity to the business principles required for sustainable growth.
She said technology, creativity and sound business practices had become critical to competitiveness and profitability in the events industry.
According to her, PAMCON 6.0 will provide practitioners with opportunities to exchange ideas, build business relationships and explore new opportunities.
Also speaking, the Chairman of PAMAN’s Board of Trustees, Mrs Adebimpe Akinfolajimi, said the association was committed to strengthening professionalism, encouraging collaboration and positioning Nigerian event practitioners for greater competitiveness in the global market.
Akinfolajimi, who is also the Creative Director and Chief Executive Officer of HONEYBOLS Events, said the conference would promote knowledge sharing, innovation, and partnerships that create new opportunities for industry practitioners.
She added that the event would feature networking, professional development and business engagement sessions, while highlighting the contribution of event management to entrepreneurship, employment generation and economic growth.
PAMAN said the conference was part of its efforts to advance professional standards, encourage innovation and promote sustainable business growth in Nigeria’s events industry.
