WED 4.0 Activities

What to Expect at WED 4.0

A comprehensive 2-day program focused on economic resilience, designed to help entrepreneurs rebuild, reinvent, and rise through current economic challenges.

Keynote Addresses

Inspiring talks on economic resilience and navigating business challenges

Panel Discussions

Expert panels on rebuilding business foundations and sustainable growth

Workshops

Practical sessions on financial management, risk mitigation, and business resilience

Vendor Sessions

Exhibitions and networking opportunities with innovative vendors

Games and Competitions

Interactive activities to engage participants and encourage creativity

Entertainment

Live performances and entertainment to enhance the event experience

Workshop Topics

Practical sessions designed to equip participants with actionable skills

Financial Management in Economic Uncertainty
Digital Transformation for Business Resilience
Supply Chain Optimization Strategies
Risk Management and Business Continuity
Market Research in Volatile Economies
Investment Readiness and Funding Strategy
Legal Compliance for Growing Businesses
Export Development and International Markets

Networking Opportunities

Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs and industry leaders

Vendor Exhibition

Showcase your products and services to a targeted audience

Coffee Breaks

Informal networking sessions during refreshment breaks

Interactive Sessions

Participate in group activities and collaborative discussions

2-Day Event Schedule Overview

August 2025 at Business School, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria

Day 1: REBUILD - Foundation for Resilience

Morning: Opening Ceremony & Keynote on Economic Resilience

Mid-Morning: Panel - Rebuilding Business Foundations

Afternoon: Workshops on Financial Management & Digital Transformation

Evening: Investor Pitch Competition (Preliminary Rounds)

Day 2: REINVENT & RISE - Innovation and Growth

Morning: Panel - Reinventing Business Models

Mid-Morning: Panel - Rising Above Challenges

Afternoon: Masterclass Sessions & Investment Readiness

Evening: Pitch Finals, Awards & WED 5.0 Announcement