The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) has announced that confirmation emails have been sent to selected businesses for participation in the highly anticipated National MSME Conference 2024. This annual event, recognized as the largest development conference for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria, is set to take place from October 3 to October 5, 2024.
According to SMEDAN, the conference will bring together a diverse range of stakeholders, including small business owners, policymakers, enablers, and supporting institutions. The event will serve as a platform to explore strategies for achieving sustainable economic growth through SMEs and fostering innovation within the sector.
This year’s conference will be marked by the presence of high-level government officials, including Nigeria’s President, as well as influential stakeholders from both the public and private sectors. Together, they will examine key policies, regulations, and initiatives aimed at supporting small businesses, creating a roadmap for sustainable development. The conference theme, *”Grow Nigeria: Sustaining an Innovation and Digital-Driven Economy,”* reflects SMEDAN’s commitment to empowering entrepreneurs and fostering a thriving business ecosystem across Nigeria.
In addition to government representatives, renowned industry experts and keynote speakers will also take part in the conference. Their insights will be shared during various panel discussions, aimed at providing business owners with the knowledge and tools necessary to scale and adapt to an increasingly digital world.
SMEDAN has designed the National MSME Conference 2024 to be an all-encompassing event, featuring a variety of activities aimed at supporting businesses at every stage of development. These include exhibitions, pitch competitions, business clinics, and one-on-one sessions where SMEs can receive expert guidance on tackling specific challenges, including deal rooms for networking and deal-making between entrepreneurs, investors, and enablers.
These features make the conference a crucial event for any business owner looking to expand their operations or gain access to valuable resources.
SMEDAN has urged all eligible participants who applied for the conference to check their email inboxes for confirmation notifications. The selected businesses have been notified through this official channel to finalize their participation in the event.
Charles Odii, the CEO of SMEDAN, recently posted a video on the agency’s official Instagram page, expressing his enthusiasm for the event. Odii highlighted the significance of the conference, noting that it promises to be a life-changing experience for many SMEs. He further encouraged participants to take full advantage of the opportunities that the National MSME Conference 2024 will present.
“This event is not just about bringing people together, it’s about creating tangible results for SMEs, helping them grow, and giving them the tools to succeed in a challenging economic environment. We’re excited to see all the selected participants and look forward to the incredible impact this conference will have on their businesses,” Odii said.
With Nigeria’s SME sector representing a crucial driver of economic growth, SMEDAN continues to play a vital role in creating the necessary support structures for these businesses to flourish. The National MSME Conference 2024 comes at a critical time, as the country seeks to diversify its economy and embrace digital transformation. The event will not only provide a forum for discussing policy and regulation but also create opportunities for collaboration and investment that will have a lasting impact on Nigeria’s business landscape.
The selected participants now stand to gain invaluable insights, connections, and resources that could help propel their businesses to new heights.
As the National MSME Conference 2024 approaches, the anticipation continues to grow. With a lineup of events that promises to be transformative for the participants, SMEDAN’s efforts to drive sustainable growth and innovation within Nigeria’s SME sector are clear. The conference is expected to further solidify the agency’s role as a catalyst for entrepreneurship and economic development in the country.
