The National Institute of Marketing (NIMN) is gearing up for the highly anticipated 2024 edition of its Marketing Student Conference, set to kick off tomorrow. This conference represents a cornerstone of NIMN’s commitment to fostering mentorship and learning opportunities for students in tertiary institutions, with a long-term vision of nurturing the next generation of marketers and enhancing the marketing profession in Nigeria.
Themed “Marketing Brilliance & Unleashing Creativity,” the conference is poised to attract students from diverse educational backgrounds across the country. Scheduled to take place from April 3rd to 5th, 2024, at the Main Auditorium of BBS Babcock University, Ilisan, the event promises to be a dynamic platform for knowledge exchange and professional development.
To provide attendees with practical insights into the field of marketing, NIMN has assembled an impressive lineup of speakers comprising renowned Marketing Directors and industry professionals with proven track records. These esteemed facilitators will offer invaluable information and insights, enriching participants’ understanding of marketing from practical perspectives and inspiring deep learning and development.
Among the distinguished speakers are Yusuf Murtala, Marketing Director of Coca-Cola; Bolajoko Bayo-Ajayi, Marketing Director of Sygen Pharmaceuticals and CEO of Purple Pearl Consulting; Dolapo Otegbayi, Principal Consultant at DKO Consulting; Tolulope Medebem, President of the Experiential Markets Association of Nigeria and COO and Lead Consultant of AsterIM; Dr. Damilola Olarewaju, CEO of M30 Solutions Limited; Bolanle Osotule, GM-Head of Brand Marketing & Advertising at Airtel Nigeria; Oluwafemi Adeniba, Managing Partner of Sustmark Consult Ltd; and Oreoluwa Atinmo, Marketing Director at GB Foods.
In line with NIMN’s efforts to reposition the marketing profession, President Mr. Idorenyen Enang has underscored the Institute’s commitment to enhancing members’ knowledge through various learning and development initiatives. These include boot camps, conferences, roundtable discussions, and masterclasses. Additionally, strategic partnerships with organizations such as the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) UK, Henley Business School, and the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) aim to deepen professionals’ understanding of the field.
Furthermore, NIMN is dedicated to providing students with mentorship opportunities, ensuring they receive guidance from established marketing professionals. Through these initiatives, the Institute remains steadfast in its mission to promote excellence and innovation in marketing while empowering the next generation of industry leaders.
