Lagos, Nigeria – April 28, 2025 – In a dynamic collaboration celebrating the intersection of fashion, trade, and African entrepreneurship, FashionEVO, Olorisupergal, and Made in Africa are thrilled to announce their participation as program partners in the upcoming Science of Trade Conference 2025.

They will jointly host the Fashion Entrepreneurs Workshop & Fund Hangout, one of the conference’s highlight sessions. With the compelling theme “From Fabric to Fortune: Unlocking Fashion’s Trade Power in Africa,” the workshop is set to be hosted on May 3, 2025, at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos.

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This event will delve into fashion’s significant role in advancing trade, industrial growth, and economic development across the continent. Notable speakers at the workshop include:

– Mrs. Adenike Ogunlesi, Founder, Gatimo Limited & Creative Director, Ruff and Tumble
– Lanre Da-Silva Ajayi, Founder, Lanre Da-Silva
– Dr. Yetty Ogunnubi, Founder/CEO, FashionEVO
– Tosin Ajibade, Founder, Olorisupergal
– Barrister Kola Awe, Founder, Made in Africa
– Seyi Amao, Marketing Expert

Tailored for designers, stylists, fashionpreneurs, manufacturers, retailers, influencers, and fashion students, the workshop promises to feature interactive panels, live Q&A, dynamic lightning talks, a high-stakes creative marketing debate worth N500,000, and a fashionpreneur open mic session.

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“This conference marks a pivotal moment in positioning African fashion as a key driver of global trade,” stated Dr. Inya Lawal, convener of the Science of Trade Conference.

“By bringing industry leaders and emerging talent together, we aim to harness fashion’s economic potential and drive transformative growth across Africa.”

“This partnership is a fusion of influence, style, and strategy, marking a significant step forward in how we collectively harness the power of fashion to drive Africa’s economic growth,” stated Dr. Yetty Ogunnubi.

Founder of FashionEVO.

“FashionEVO is thrilled to collaborate with influential partners like Olorisupergal and Made in Africa to create a platform where ideas can flourish, and tangible opportunities can be realised. By bringing together fashion entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and creative minds, we aim to catalyse innovation and foster an ecosystem where African fashion is not just about aesthetics, but a pivotal force in global trade. This collaborative effort underscores our commitment to elevate African industry standards and integrate our rich cultural heritage into the broader economic narrative.”

Tosin Ajibade, Founder of Olorisupergal, added, “We’re bringing our vibrant community into this conversation: thinkers, innovators, and digital influencers who will reshape the African fashion landscape.”

Barrister Kola Awe, Founder of Made in Africa, expressed, “Collaborating on this platform bridges the worlds of fashion, trade, and impactful enterprise. African fashion is a formidable global entity, and we aim to bolster the infrastructure supporting its expansion.”

The workshop is open to all, free of charge, with prior registration needed due to limited availability. Attendees are encouraged to arrive prepared for a day brimming with innovative ideas and industry insights.