7th ANNUAL edition
Agile Nigeria Conference
6th-7th MARCH 2024
8AM - 5PM DAILY
(2-day VIRTUAL event)
Conference
Agenda
DAY 1 - March 6th, 2024
(VIRTUAL EVENT ONLY)
8:00am -
DAY 1 – ANC 2024
Attendance & Registration
Reception and registration of Attendants
8:30am
DAY 1 – ANC 2024
Welcome
Welcome and registration of Attendants
09:00am
DAY 1 – ANC 2024
Welcome Address
Agile Means Business - Case and approach for Agile in business
Abiodun Osoba
Welcome Address by Abiodun Osoba, Chairperson APAON
9:15am
DAY 1 – ANC 2024
Opening Keynote Address
09:45am
DAY 1 – ANC 2024
Session 1
Beyond Bots: How to Lead & Succeed for a Technological Future
Mun-Wai
Chung
As a business agility specialist and executive advisor, Mun-Wai specializes in building adaptive and innovative organizations. Her clients learn from and appreciate her pragmatic and people-first systems approach. “Release the potential of your staff and they will release the potential of the business” is what she goes by. She has over 20 years of corporate and agile experience. Started in Engineering, she ended up being Chief of Staff when she started messing around in HR, Finance and Facilities. She works in organizations around the world, from startups to large enterprises, across various industries.
10:15am
DAY 1 – ANC 2024
Session 2
AGILE METHODOLOGY: THE FORCE BEHIND DIGITAL EVOLUTION
Yinka
Ewemoje, MCIB
Yinka is a multi-talented professional with over 15 years diverse experience as an Operations Manager, a Compliance Executive and an Internal Auditor. He is adept in administration, accounting and project management, and with practical working experiences in leading organizations across Financial Services, Oil & Gas, Management Consulting sectors. He will be taking us on the topic – AGILE METHODOLOGY: THE FORCE BEHIND DIGITAL EVOLUTION.
10:45am
DAY 1 – ANC 2024
Session 3
EdTech Innovations: Harnessing Agile Practices for Educational Technology Development
Adetola
Asa
Adetola Asa is a highly skilled and results-oriented Agile Digital Transformation professional with a successful track record of leading and delivering impactful programmes in the rapidly evolving Information Technology (IT), Educational Technology (EdTech) and Health (HealthTech) landscape. With a Master of Science degree in Information Technology, and a Certified National Trainer in Distance Learning issued by the National Universities Commission (NUC), Adetola’s expertise spans various disciplines.
11:15am
DAY 1 – ANC 2024
Session 4
Servant Leadership in practice
Connie
Siakpere
Connie, a skilled Agile practitioner currently serving as an Agile Transformation Lead/Agile Coach. Her area of expertise encompasses training, coaching, and mentoring a diverse group including, managers, scrum masters, product owners, teams, and individuals. Her methods are praxis-oriented, dynamic, visual, and gamified, with a strong emphasis on delivering value, outcomes, and impactful results. She shares her experience with us as She takes us on the topic: Servant Leadership in practice.
11:45am
DAY 1 – ANC 2024
Sponsorship Slot
Sponsorship slot for ARM Securities, Investment Managers & Trustees - Sponsors of ANC 2024
12:00pm
DAY 1 – ANC 2024
Lunch / Refreshment / Networking
01:00pm
DAY 1 – ANC 2024
Session 5
Agile Leadership in Action: Accelerating Digital Evolution
Ifeoluwa Adejumo
This presentation talk delves into the essence of agile leadership in action and its pivotal role in catalyzing digital evolution. Through a blend of insightful case studies, actionable strategies, and real-world examples, the transformative power of agile leadership in navigating complex challenges and seizing growth opportunities in the digital age can be uncovered. It explores the transformative role of agile leadership in driving digital evolution within Nigeria and across the continent.
01:30pm
DAY 1 – ANC 2024
Session 6
Agile Means Business - Case and approach for Agile in business
Adesegun Orafidiya
With over 18 years experience in leading, and delivery of Technology & Digital Transformation. Adesegun Orafidiya, a seasoned and certified Agile Coach with over 8 years of professional experience of Team and Enterprise Agility – helping teams, business executives and organisations adopt Agile framework & mindset while optimising technology and business outcomes takes us on the topic: Agile Means Business
02:00pm
DAY 1 – ANC 2024
Session 7
Embracing Personal Agility: Navigating Digital Transformation for success
Gbohunmi Fagbuaro
2:30pm
DAY 1 – ANC 2024
Session 8
Stakeholders Features Prioritization: A Major Cause of Low Productivity
Tajudeen
Bank-Olemoh
Tajudeen specializes in delivering versatile solutions tailored for small to mid-sized projects spanning diverse sectors. Boasting over 15 years of Project Management experience, including 7 years dedicated to Agile consulting and coaching, He brings a wealth of expertise to the table. His credentials, including PMP, CSM, CAC, and SAFe 6.0, underscore His commitment to excellence. He has helped organizations turn concepts into actionable projects with clear goals and customer-centric delivery.
03:00pm
DAY 1 – ANC 2024
Session 9
The Component of Digital Ability
Jolaoluwa Giwa
03:30pm
DAY 1 – ANC 2024
Sponsorship Slot
Sponsorship slot for ARM Securities, Investment Managers & Trustees - Sponsors of ANC 2024
4:00pm
DAY 1 – ANC 2024
Closing Keynote Address
4:30pm
DAY 1 – ANC 2024
Closing Remarks
Closing Remarks by Tunde Giwa (Secretary, Board of Trustees, APAON)
4:45pm
DAY 1 – ANC 2024
Announcement
DAY 2 - March 7th, 2024
(VIRTUAL EVENT ONLY)
8:00am -
DAY 2 – ANC 2024
Attendance & Registration
Reception and registration of Attendants
8:30am
DAY 2 – ANC 2024
Welcome
Welcome and registration of Attendants
09:00am
DAY 2 – ANC 2024
Welcome Address
Agile Means Business - Case and approach for Agile in business
Abiodun Osoba
Welcome Address by Abiodun Osoba, Chairperson APAON
09:15am
DAY 2 – ANC 2024
Opening Keynote Address
Obi Ikegulu
09:45am
DAY 2 – ANC 2024
Session 1
Unlocking Digital Transformation through Agile Practices
Oluwabori Odunaike
Oluwabori is an experienced Digital Transformation Lead, Public Speaker and Facilitator, having worked in multiple industries for 20 years. He has vast experience taking lead roles in transforming organizations, coaching and mentoring teams on new ways of working and helping them to truly understand and embed the value of learning interventions. He takes us on a deep dive into Unlocking Digital Transformation through Agile Practices.
10:15am
DAY 2 – ANC 2024
Session 2
Agile Mindset: Cultivating a Culture of Innovation in the Digital Era
Geraldine Ugwu
Geraldine Ugwu, a seasoned Software Engineer whose core is Quality Assurance Automation specialised in test Automation of web applications, mobile applications and API services takes us on a deep dive focusing on – Agile Mindset: Cultivating a Culture of Innovation in the Digital Era : Discussing the significance of fostering an agile mindset within teams and organizations to encourage innovation and adaptability in the digital age.
10:45am
DAY 2 – ANC 2024
Session 3
Empowering Employees for Agile and Digital Excellence
Pai
Gamde
In this session, Pai Gamde, a consummate Business Executive; a Reinvention and Transformation Catalyst, having over 23 years’ demonstrable experience spanning various industries in Nigeria and in the United Kingdom would take us on a journey exploring how organizations can create a workplace culture that not only supports the adoption of agile methodologies but also empowers employees to thrive in a digital environment. She will emphasize the symbiotic relationship between employee empowerment, agile practices, and achieving excellence in the rapidly evolving digital landscape. Her goal is to enable organizations to adapt to change, foster innovation, and position themselves for success in the digital age by recognizing and harnessing the potential of their workforce
11:15am
DAY 2 – ANC 2024
Session 4
FIRESIDE DISCUSSION WITH WOMEN IN AGILE LEADERSHIP
In this session, we delve into the dynamic world of Agile Leadership through the lens of remarkable women leaders. In our Fireside Discussion with Women in Agile Leadership, we promise an insightful and empowering dialogue that will leave you inspired and equipped to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of leadership. Gain exclusive insights into the strategies, methodologies, and best practices these leaders employ to drive innovation, foster collaboration, and lead high-performing teams in Agile environments.
ANC 2024
Women in Agile
Discussion Session
12:00pm
DAY 2 – ANC 2024
Lunch / Refreshment / Networking
01:00pm
DAY 2 – ANC 2024
Session 5
1:30pm
DAY 2 – ANC 2024
Session 6
Agile Education: Transforming Learning in Developing Countries
Bosun
Kehinde
Bosun is an Project Manager with vast experience taking lead roles in different projects. He takes us on a deep dive into Agile Education: Transforming Learning in developing countries.
2:00pm
DAY 2 – ANC 2024
Session 7
Unleashing Digital Transformation: The Crucial Role of Agile Architecture
Olusegun
Sanyaolu
A technology leader and enterprise architect with over 12 years of practice in the IT and Telecommunication industry, Olusegun’s roles cut across system integration, solution analysis and design, business analysis, technology consulting, sales support, project management, process improvement as well as people management. He will be taking us on the topic – Unleashing Digital Transformation: The Crucial Role of Agile Architecture.
2:30pm
DAY 2 – ANC 2024
Session 8
Agility as a Catalyst to Achieve Success
Adewunmi
Adesanwo
Adewunmi Adesanwo is a visionary leader with over 14 years of expertise in driving Technology & Digital Transformation. As a seasoned Certified Scrum Master, Product Manager, Project Manager and Portfolio Manager Adewunmi brings over 6 years of dedicated expertise in fostering Team and Enterprise Agility, taking us through how Agility is a catalyst to achieve success.
3:00pm
DAY 2 – ANC 2024
Session 9
3:30pm
DAY 2 – ANC 2024
SPONSORSHIP SLOT
Sponsorship slot for our proud Sponsors - ARM Securities, Investment Managers, Trustees and LOATSAD Promo Media
4:00pm
DAY 2 – ANC 2024
Closing Keynote
THE FUTURE OF AGILE IS FLOW
Colleen
Johnson
In the fast moving world of digital transformation, agility has never been more critical. However getting there is often slow, costly, and takes too long to provide value. Join Colleen as she shares how organizations can leverage the power of simple, yet effective practices to optimize the flow of value to customers. Attendees will learn about simplifying Agile practices for efficiency, leveraging real-world examples to showcase how flow enhances project success rates. Colleen will provide actionable insights for implementing Flow in organizations, addressing the challenges of adoption and measuring success, and ultimately envisioning a future where agility equates to a predictable, efficient, and value-driven workflow.
4:30pm
DAY 2 – ANC 2024
Closing Remarks
Closing Remarks by Tunde Giwa (Secretary, Board of Trustees, APAON)
4:45pm
DAY 2 – ANC 2024
