The stage is set, the vision is clear, and the countdown has officially begun. Following a high-impact World Press Conference held on April 7, 2026, the Laurel Events Business Forum (LBF) 2026 is ready to welcome the global business community on April 28, 2026.
Press Conference Highlights: A Vision for Expansion
During the recent press briefing, the Convener—Stella Arome, CEO of Laurel Events and President of the Association of Event Vendors Nigeria (ASSEV Nigeria)—shared a compelling vision for this year’s edition. She emphasized that LBF 2026 is designed to be a catalyst for long-term growth.
Mrs. Stella Arome broke down the core pillars of what attendees should expect, highlighting that the forum will provide the practical “how-to” for:
- Stepping into International Markets: Real-world tactics for global expansion.
- Navigating the 2026 Tax Landscape: Mastering compliance and digital invoicing.
- Building Corporate Systems: Creating structures that ensure your business leaves a lasting footprint.
- Profitable Pricing: Expert strategies to set prices that grow both revenue and margins and much more.
She went further to expressed her special thanks to the headline sponsors :
- Aderonke Jones-Adewale (Le Velvet Touch)
- Festus-Osho Adefunke (D Groovy Event Management Ltd) and other special guests for supporting the vision the Laurel Events Business Forum

Expert Speaker Line-up & Sessions
According to Stella Arome, to bring this vision to life, we have assembled a powerhouse faculty:
1) Keynote Speaker-Mavi Sokia Isibor. Executive Vice Chairman, Poise Nigeria.
Topic: Stepping into New Markets: International Expansion Tactics
2). Korede Olabanji. CEO, Photonimi
Topic: Cross-Border Partnership and Scalable Models.
3). Mrs. ADEKEMI ADEKUNLE B.Sc. ACTI, CFAN, FCA. District Chairman, Institute of
Topic: Navigating the 2026 Tax Landscape: Compliance, Digital Invoicing, and Tax Optimization for EventPrenuers
4). Tope Tinubu. Wild card practical speaker. On Profitable Pricing: How to Set the right Prices. that Grow Revenues and Margin
5). Coach Mutiat Olagoke. MD/CEO, Egreat Media Limited.
Topic. From Vision to Global Impact: Leveraging Synergy for Sustainable Success
6). Master warrant officer fidelis Michael Okete
Topic: Security and safety management in business/ events space
7). Okoh OgheneKevwe Keran, CEO of Glitz Sprinkles Events
Topic : Capacity Building .
8). Olivia-Victor Uzomah,
Glowline Consulting Limited
Topic: Building Corporate Systems and Structures that Leave a Footprint: How Business Owners Create Sustainable Impact and Global Synergy
9). Convener Arome Stella Ifeoma. CEO, Laurel Events Ltd
The Benefit of joining the Sapphire Gems Community
Beyond the event, the Convener highlighted the opportunity for ongoing growth through the Sapphire Gems Community. This exclusive network is designed for business owners who are committed to continuous mentorship and collaboration.
By attending LBF 2026, you gain a direct pathway into this community. To join:
- Register for LBF 2026:Exclusive membership perks are often extended to forum attendees.
- In-Event Enrollment: Visit the dedicated Sapphire Gems desk during the forum on April 28th to sign up for the mentorship program.
- Networking Sessions: This is a special networking session to engage our keynote speakers, panelists, and sponsors at the conference.
In order to expand the frontiers of this years conference, the following Ambassadors have been appointed a team of advocates and industry experts dedicated to expanding the forum’s vision and impact within the global event and business landscape:
1). Oluwafemi Oladokun
2). Catherine Okhilua
3). Olayinka Adams
4). Bolatito Giwa
5). Temitope Alex-Duduyemi
6). Princess Adeshola
7). Elizabeth Obisanya (FCA)
8). Eunice Ben-Nnani
9). MaCarthy Kehinde Ayomide
10). Sarah Omijie
11). Amb. Oladehinde Tope Joseph
12). Abimbola Winifred Tinglocha
These distinguished professionals are to serve as the official Brand Ambassadors for the Laurel Events Business Forum 2026,
Limited slots are now available in the following categories:
- Standard:₦110,000 | Executive: ₦190,000 | VIP: ₦300,000
- VVIP (Sponsors):₦450,000 | Virtual: ₦80,000
For more details or to finalize your registration, contact the team at laureleventsbusinessforum@gmail.com or reach out via:
- Stella:+234 803 412 7257
- SarahGold:+234 901 979 7191
- Yinka:+234 802 099 5585
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Don’t miss your chance to be in the room where leaders rise and footprints expand.