FirstBank, West Africa’s leading financial institution and a key player in financial inclusion, is thrilled to announce the 6th edition of its annual Fintech Summit, themed “Banking on Partnerships”. Set for November 13-14, 2024, this year’s summit promises an unmatched experience with insights from renowned experts, innovators, and industry leaders from around the globe, discussing advancements and trends shaping the fintech landscape.
Since its debut in 2016, the FirstBank Fintech Summit has grown into a prestigious event attracting top experts in digital innovation both within Nigeria and internationally. After moving online in 2020 due to COVID-19, the summit now returns in a hybrid format, allowing global attendees to participate in person or virtually and engage with speakers and discussion panels.
Key Highlight: Fintech Innovators Pitch Programme
This year introduces the Fintech Innovators Pitch Programme, an exciting new platform for early-stage fintech startups. Through this program, selected startups will receive mentorship and training, leading to a pitch opportunity in front of FirstBank executives, investors, and industry experts. The winning startups will gain essential support from FirstBank, including strategic guidance, resources, and a gateway to a broad network that can help propel their solutions to market.
Summit Agenda and Featured Speakers
The Fintech Summit 6.0 offers a rich agenda, including expert keynote addresses, panel discussions, a regulatory roundtable, investor sessions, fireside chats, and master classes designed to deepen understanding of the fintech sector’s latest trends and challenges.
The summit’s distinguished speakers include Emmanuel Daniel, founder of TAB Global, Olusegun Alebiosu, CEO of FirstBank Group, and other industry leaders like:
- Dr. (Mrs) Markie Idowu – GMD/CEO, Xpress Payment Solutions Limited
- ’DeRemi Atanda – Managing Director, Remita
- Tomilola Majekodunmi – Co-Founder and CEO, Bankly
- Obi Emetarom – Co-Founder and CEO, ZONE
- Oladipo Alabede – Regional MD, West Africa (Acquiring), Network International
- Ashley Immanuel – Co-Founder and COO, SemiColon
- Chijioke Dozie – Co-Founder, Carbon
- Yewande Sulaiman – Managing and Product Consultant, ProduqtEdge
Participants worldwide can access the same quality of discussions and insights through the hybrid format. To register, interested participants can visit https://fintech.firstbanknigeria.com/#/?lang=en.
CEO’s Statement
FirstBank’s Group CEO, Olusegun Alebiosu, commented, “This year’s summit provides a platform to unite industry leaders, innovators, regulators, and thought leaders to explore how collaboration and partnerships can shape the future of financial services and technology. As FirstBank continues to lead in innovation, this event presents a unique opportunity to engage with key stakeholders, deepen our understanding of emerging trends in the fintech landscape, and emphasize our role not only as a participant but also as a leading partner in the fintech domain.”
A Catalyst for Fintech Innovation
The FirstBank Fintech Summit exemplifies FirstBank’s dedication to driving innovation and growth in financial technology. By gathering thought leaders and disruptors, the Summit acts as a launchpad for transformative ideas and partnerships, advancing the fintech sector’s evolution.
Don’t miss this opportunity to join a global community of innovators, regulators, and industry leaders at FirstBank Fintech Summit 6.0.
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