UBA Business Series to empower SMEs
By Esther Agbo
The United Bank for Africa (UBA) is set to host its latest edition of the UBA Business Series, with a sharp focus on equipping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the tools and knowledge necessary to build businesses that stand the test of time.
Slated for today at the UBA House in Marina, Lagos, as well as online, the event will explore the theme, “Built to Last: Building Generational Business.”
This session aims to provide a blueprint for creating enterprises that can endure through generations, weathering political and economic shifts.
UBA’s Group Head of Retail and Digital Banking, Shamsideen Fashola, underscored the value of this event for SME owners, noting that the insights shared by successful entrepreneurs could be pivotal for those seeking to create businesses with longevity.
“This edition provides a platform for SMEs to learn from experienced entrepreneurs who have built and sustained businesses through the decades. Hearing their stories and strategies will be invaluable for any business owner looking to build a lasting enterprise,” Fashola remarked.
Further emphasising UBA’s dedication to its customers, the Group Head of Marketing & Corporate Communications, Alero Ladipo, highlighted that the Business Series is just one facet of the bank’s broader mission to support enterprises of all sizes.
“At UBA, we are committed to empowering businesses of all sizes, and this business series is one way we are fulfilling that commitment.
“We have assembled an esteemed panel of speakers who will share their wealth of experience and insights on building a generational business. This is a must-attend event for anyone serious about the long-term success of their enterprise,” Ladipo stated.
The upcoming event will feature a lineup of distinguished speakers, including the founder and CEO of Melvin Marsh International,Flora Mutahi, the CEO of XQZMOI Television, Atunyota Akpobome, also known as Ali Baba, the CEO of Diaryofakitchenlover Studio,Tolani Tayo-Osikoya, and renowned photographer Kelechi Amadi-Obi.
This Business Series is part of UBA’s broader initiative to foster the growth and sustainability of SMEs across Africa. Through these workshops, the bank continues to provide critical insights and best practices, helping businesses navigate the challenges of today’s complex business environment.
