The National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria (NIMN) is set to host its inaugural Marketing Conference of the year, aligning with its vision to enhance the marketing profession in Nigeria. Scheduled from April 3rd to 5th, 2024, at the Main Auditorium of BBS Babcock University, IIisan, the conference will focus on the theme “Marketing Brilliance & Unleashing Creativity.”
Mr. Idorenyen Enang, President and Chairman of Council at NIMN, underscored the conference’s importance in nurturing the next generation of marketing professionals and providing learning opportunities for students to shape the future of marketing.
Chairman of the Examination, Education, and Accreditation Committee, Mr. Ayoola Akomolafe, outlined the conference’s program, designed to facilitate interactions between students and marketing professionals to equip them with practical insights into the profession.
Mr. Akomolafe also revealed plans for additional conferences later in the year, aiming to streamline student membership processes and provide essential learning tools, recognizing students as vital contributors to the marketing landscape.
The Marketing Conference invites participation from marketing students nationwide, with registration available via info@nimn.com.ng. The event serves as a pivotal platform for aspiring marketers to gain insights, network with industry professionals, and embark on a journey of professional growth.
NIMN’s recent focus on learning and development for members includes strategic partnerships with esteemed institutions and industry bodies, such as the Lagos Business School (LBS), CIM UK, ARCON, AAAN, EXMAN, OAAN, and MIPAN. These collaborations offer diverse learning opportunities, including masterclasses, executive roundtables, symposiums, and an enhanced journal, aimed at enhancing members’ knowledge and skills in marketing.
Further initiatives within the Africa Marketing Confederation position NIMN as a key player on the continent. The institute’s commitment to marketing initiatives includes a series of training opportunities throughout the year, such as bootcamps, executive coaching, student marketing conferences, with the overarching goal of equipping marketers with the necessary tools to navigate the evolving landscape and contribute to the marketing ecosystem in Africa.
