Olufemi Adeyemi 


In alignment with its dedication to fostering the development and sustainability of Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) across the continent, Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, is preparing to host another installment of its business series.

This edition of the business series, “Built to Last: Building Generational Business,” will be held on Thursday, 29 August 2024, by 12 PM (noon) at the Tony Elumelu Amphitheatre, UBA House, Marina, Lagos while online participants can also access the session on Zoom via https://ubagroup.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UG0EUWSLTZqu91jSMSih5w.

The UBA Business Series is a regular seminar and workshop organized by the bank as part of its capacity-building initiatives. Leading business leaders and professionals share well-researched insights on relevant topics and best practices for running successful businesses, particularly in challenging environments. This edition aims to highlight businesses that have endured over time, adapting to political and economic changes.

Renowned leaders from various industries, including Melvin Marsh, Founder and CEO of Melvin Marsh International; Flora Mutahi, CEO of XQZMOI Television; Tolani Tayo-Osikoya (Chef T), CEO of Diaryofakitchenlover Studio; and Kelechi Amadi-Obi, a distinguished photographer, will share their valuable insights and practical strategies for building resilient businesses that can thrive in challenging environments.

UBA's Group Head of Retail and Digital Banking, Shamsideen Fashola, highlighted the significance of this edition of the UBA Business Series. He emphasized its role in offering a platform for businesses, particularly SMEs, to gain insights from successful entrepreneurs who have established and maintained businesses across generations.

“This edition provides a platform for SMEs to learn from experienced entrepreneurs who have built and sustained businesses through the decades,” Fashola said. “Hearing their stories and strategies will be invaluable for any business owner looking to build a lasting enterprise”

In reference to the forthcoming workshop, Alero Ladipo, UBA's Group Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications, emphasized that the business series exemplifies the bank's unwavering commitment to its diverse customer base, particularly in the current financial climate.

Ladipo said, “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,” She said.

Intending participants can register with the  registration Link : https://ubagroup.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UG0EUWSLTZqu91jSMSih5w

United Bank for Africa is a prominent employer in the African financial sector, boasting a workforce of 25,000 individuals across the continent and serving over 45 million customers globally.

Operating in twenty African countries, as well as the United Kingdom, the United States of America, France, and the United Arab Emirates, UBA offers a comprehensive range of retail, commercial, and institutional banking services, actively promoting financial inclusion and implementing cutting-edge technology.