NEISA 2025 is Nigeria’s flagship platform were entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and thought leaders converge to unlock inclusive growth and drive national renewal.
We’re inviting visionary voices to step onto the stage, share expertise, and inspire thousands of entrepreneurs, business leaders, innovators, and policy makers who are shaping Nigeria and Africa’s economic future.
Why You Should Speak at NEISA 2025
Inspire Africa’s Next Generation of Entrepreneurs
Share your journey, strategies, and insights with thousands of aspiring and established entrepreneurs eager to build sustainable businesses.
Position Yourself as a thought Leader
Be recognized as a key voice driving the conversations that matter – entrepreneurship, innovation, and investment for national transformation.
Drive Real- World Impact
Your ideas can help businesses, SMEs, and startups embrace innovation, attract investment, and scale sustainably.
Connect with Influential Peers
Network with fellow visionaries, policymakers, investors, and ecosystem builders at exclusive mixers and speaker engagements.
Get Featured Across Media Channels
Gain visibility as one of the thought leaders shaping entrepreneurship, business growth, and sustainable development in Nigeria and across Africa.
Contribute to National Renewal
Play a pivotal role in advancing Nigeria’s and Africa’s economic transformation through entrepreneurship and investment.
We’re Looking for Speakers in These Areas
Entrepreneurship and Business Growth
Scaling SMEs, investment readiness, market expansion, sustainable models, innovation-driven ecosystems.
Investment and Finance
Venture capital, impact investing, angel networks, financial inclusion, access to finance for entrepreneurs.
Technology and Innovation
Fintech, digital transformation, agritech, healthtech, green/clean tech, Al, blockchain, Web3, IoT, future of work.
Leadership and Policy
Ethical leadership, governance reforms, policy frameworks for entrepreneurship, PPP models, youth and women empowerment.
Sustainability and Inclusive Development
Climate-smart enterprises, ESG practices, green economy, gender inclusion, and sustainable growth strategies.
What Makes a Great NEISA Speaker?
Demonstrated Expertise: Deep knowledge and hands-on experience in your area of specialization (e.g., entrepreneurship, investment, business growth, policy, leadership, sustainability, innovation, or technology)
Engaging Delivery: A proven track record of delivering well-structured, insightful, and inspiring talks- at conferences, panels, workshops, or webinars
Audience Connection: Ability to communicate complex ideas in a relatable way, while inspiring a diverse audience of entrepreneurs, investors, policy makers, and changemakers.
Passion for Impact: A genuine commitment to sharing knowledge, empowering others, and contributing to Nigeria and Africa’s economic transformation
Strategic Alignment: Strong alignment with NEISA’s mission of driving entrepreneurship, investment, and national renewal for inclusive and sustainable growth.
Actionable Insights: Willingness to share real-world case studies, data-driven insights, proven strategies, and transformative frameworks that participants can apply immediately.
Submission Guidelines
Include your proposed session title, a compelling abstract (150-250 words), clear key takeaways for the audience, and brief bio highlighting your relevant experience.
Indicate your preferred session format:
Keynote Address (30-45 mins)
Deep Dive Workshop (60-90mins)
Panel Discussions (45-60mins)
Lightening Talk (10-15 mins)
All proposals must be submitted by September 30th 2025.
Submissions will be evaluated by the NEISA Content Committee based on the relevance, originality, clarity, and speaker expertise.
Shortlisted candidates may be invited for a brief interview.
Final Notifications will be sent to all applicants by October 15th, 2025.
