Hello there, welcome to July, and another exciting round of tech events roundup.
It’s the third quarter of the year already, and I hope you’ve taken time out of your busy schedule to attend some of the events I have shared with you. Well, if you haven’t girdle up because other opportunities are around the corner as this month promises to be a haven for tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals alike.
With an array of conferences, workshops, and exhibitions lined up, July is set to deliver a wealth of knowledge, networking opportunities, and the announcement of more groundbreaking innovations. Whether you’re passionate about artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, blockchain, or emerging technologies, there’s an event for everyone this month.
So, just like we do monthly, we have curated four notable events for you to attend this July. We believe they will help you meet industry like-minds, share knowledge and grow your network.
Read also: 5 notable African tech events to attend this June
Lagos Startup Week 2023
Lagos Startup Week 23 is one of the most influential events for the Nigerian Startup ecosystem. It is a dazzling, future-facing reflection of the connective ecosystem, one that unleashes the convergence of technology, community, and commerce annually.
It’s where radical disruption turns into radical growth, where tomorrow’s unicorn is launched today, and where, together, members of the Nigeria Tech ecosystem illuminate the potential of a better Africa.
Trailblazers, decision-makers, and giants of the industry gather to exhibit ground-breaking products, demo new technologies and share inspiring thought leadership. This event provides attendees with the chance to network with startup founders, investors, Government officials, and technology providers and to accelerate their products, businesses, or ideas.
Kola Aina, the founding partner of Ventures Platform, Olumide Olayinka, co-founder of Prime Startup, Lexi Norken, general partner of Norrsken22, and several more experts are just a few of the many speakers and professionals who will be present at the event.
See event details below:
- Date: July 10 · 9 am – July 15 · 10 pm WAT
- Venue: Federal Palace Hotel and Casino 6-8 Ahmadu Bello Way Lagos, LA 101241
- Register to attend the paid event here.
IOT West Africa
IoT West Africa Conference & Exhibition is a global platform aimed at driving excellence in the field of technology, encouraging developments in Nigeria. The event has been put in place to integrate businesses and help them expand their brand’s footprints across the globe, contributing to the tech ecosystem.
The event aims to explore and highlight game-changing technologies and dazzling innovations, as well as to provide a platform to explore the latest developments and best practices in IoT.
This year, the IoT West Africa Conference & Exhibition will again shed light on transformations in technology to be utilised by businesses and incorporated into the day-to-day lives of the African people.
Participants will have the opportunity to meet thought leaders in the industry, government officials, visionaries, entrepreneurs, researchers, and other key stakeholders. Also, they would have the chance to discover the most advanced cyber and IoT solutions for digitally transforming their businesses and take part in live demonstrations that show how IoT is bridging the physical and digital worlds.
The event will be immersed in technological ideas and business opportunities from across the globe, adding to their valuable time and efforts. You can read more here.
See event details below:
- Date: July 4 · 10 am – July 6 · 4 pm WAT
- Venue: Landmark Centre Water Corporation Drive #Plot 2 & 3 Annex, LA 106104
- Register to attend here.
MarkHack 2.0 Finale
MarkHack 2.0 Finale is a culmination of innovation and creativity as top teams battle it out for a chance to claim their share of the massive $10,000 prize pool. Following the success of MarkHack 1.0, this year’s edition, MarkHack 2.0, promises to redefine the future of marketing and media by fostering innovation and collaboration among professionals, students, and entrepreneurs.
The hackathon aims to provide media and tech solutions that can disrupt marketing in key focus areas such as Consumer Experience, Media Consumption, Consumer Interaction, Trade and Retail Engagement, Analytics and Metrics, Events Marketing, Media Monetization, and Content Creation
The event would feature groundbreaking ideas, jaw-dropping presentations, and fierce competition between teams. It’s a celebration of talent, determination, innovation and the power of collaboration.
Individuals would have the chance to connect and discuss with top speakers and other elite practitioners from various industries, disciplines, and markets on the most forward-thinking ideas on “Unlocking the Power of The Creative Economy”, integration of technology, and business model evolution with the dramatic shifts in consumer behaviour that have occurred in the last decade.
See event details below:
- Date: Friday, July 7, 2023,
- Time: 5 PM- 9 PM WAT
- Venue: Lagos Oriental Hotel 3 Lekki – Epe Expressway Lagos, LA 106104
- Register to attend the paid event here.
Founders Connect Live
Founders Connect, the renowned YouTube show hosted by Peace Itimi, is thrilled to announce its maiden edition of the Founders Connect Live event in collaboration with Africhange and Tech1M.
This event marks a significant milestone for Founders Connect, which has already showcased the stories and journeys of over 70 African tech founders and operators across Africa.
The event will bring together hundreds of tech startup founders, investors, ecosystem enablers, professionals, and more, offering attendees a unique opportunity to connect and network with their favourite founders, operators, and colleagues. In a nutshell, if you are interested in the Nigerian tech and startup ecosystem, all roads should lead to Founders Connect Live.
Founders Connect Live will feature various exciting activities that provide valuable insights, establish meaningful connections, and foster personal and professional growth. The event will kick off with live shows featuring interviews with pioneer tech founders in Nigeria, including Funke Opeke, founder and CEO of Mainone, and Tayo Oviosu, founder and CEO of Paga.
The live show will spotlight their stories and experiences in building lasting tech companies on the continent.
See event details below:
- Date: Saturday, July 8, 2023
- Time: 10 AM WAT
- Venue: Zone Tech Park in Gbagada, Lagos
- Register to attend the paid event here.
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