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MaryBarbara published in Press Release November 6, 2021

Pride Lagos Creative Enterprise Week 2021: Creativity Is big business

The Pride Lagos Creative Enterprise Week (PLCEW) which seeks to chart pathways to make creativity pay has assembled a stellar lineup of facilitators for its 2021 edition “Creativity Is Big Business”. The event is scheduled to hold November 8–13, 2021 at Alumni Hall, Yaba College of Technology, Lagos.

“As youths of Nigeria, we are currently faced with unprecedented unemployment and underemployment – these are hampering our pursuit of rewarding and fulfilling lives”, said Chukwuemeka Anyiam-Osigwe, Coordinator PLCEW. “The Pride Lagos Creative Enterprise Week is targeted at turning creative talents into lasting businesses to uplift the youths of the country.”

PLCEW is a weeklong event of seminars, master classes, workshops and other activities to empower young creatives and help them to unleash their potential.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Digital Marketing: An Overview
Featuring:
Muyiwa Aleshinloye, Group Head, Digital at Insight Redefini
Ose Osundeko, Group Head, Digital Marketing at Fidelity Bank PLC

Brand Building: The Way to Make It
Featuring:
Abiodun Ajiborode, Director of Brand and Trade Marketing at Monument Distillers
Nnenna Onyewuchi, Executive Director of Strategy and Innovation at Yellow Brick Road

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Intellectual Property Literacy and Respecting Copyrights
Featuring: Busola Bakinson, Team Lead Intellectual Property at Olaniwun Ajayi LP

Building Your Music Career
Featuring: Lucklyn Okeimiebi Audu, Legal and Corporate Affairs Executive at Aristokrat Group

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Succeeding in the Creative Space
Featuring: J. Martins, Popular Musician

A Guide to Professional Photography
Featuring:
Richard Bamidele Eko, Visual Business Consultant
Jokotade Shonowo, Founder Poshclick Portraiture

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Instagram Influencer: The New Way of Influencing
Featuring: Nonye Udeogu of This Thing Called Fashion
Valerie Egbuniwe, Lifestyle Content Creator

The Future of TV in Nigeria and Its Relevance for Content Creators
Featuring:
Abiola Matesun, Founder and CEO of MalekFoto Films and MalekFoto Weddings
Anita Adesiyan, Country Manager for MTV Shuga Nigeria
Bola Atta, Group Director for Corporate Communications at UBA; Executive Producer at REDTV
Moses Babatope, Co-Founder & Executive Director of Filmhouse Group; Managing Director of FilmOne Entertainment
Rosemary Egabor Afolahan, Head Business Development, Market Strategy and Sales at News Central TV
Tolulope Olamide Ajayi, Director, Producer and Creative Professional
Victor Okhai, President Directors’ Guild of Nigeria

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2021

How to Create a Successful Podcast
Featuring:
Dami Aros, Host of the podcast So Nigerian
Dolly Akintoye, Co-host of the podcast Road to 30
Rafiat Akinwande, Host of Queen Raffy’s Space podcast and Community Manager at NaijaPodHub

Soft Skills Needed by Creatives
Featuring: Daniel Emenahor, Senior Learning and Development Associate at Jobberman

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2021

Comedy Workshop
Featuring: Taaooma, Popular Comedian and Influencer

There will also be a display of artworks by up-and-coming artists throughout the week.

Visit www.lagoscreativeenterpriseweek.org for more details.

Culled from Pride Magazine

Whatever you do, don’t miss Pride Lagos Creative Enterprise Week 2021: Creativity Is big business.

MaryBarbara published in Events November 5, 2021

Savouring moments at the ACE Awards 2021

Yes, I know. Before you say it, I already know. I’ve been yapping about the ACE Awards 2021 for a little while now and that’s because it was a combination of the celebration of African Creatives and their works, great company and loads of fun. So many moments to relive but here are some of my favourite savouring moments at the ACE Awards 2021.

The Creatives Connect was a blast. There was never a dull moment as the ever-energetic compere – Ajala Nene who worked the crowd.

Then there was the photobooth. It turned out to be a huge side attraction and there were lots of display. Take a look.

The exhibition.

Of course, the exhibitiors were actively present, showcasing their lovely products for shoppers and all in attendance. Some of the products are:

Skincare products

Clothing & shoes

clothing at the ACE Awards — **Bosh Designs**

Adire Nation - savouring moments at the ACE Awards — **Adire Nation**

clothing for the savouring moments at ACE Awards — **Kijipa Couture**

Displays of shoes at the savouring moments at the ACE Awards — **Oba Couture**

Bags

Art

Arts - savouring moments at the ACE Awards — **Teniyah Art**

With the exhibition came shopping. They shopped and shopped and shopped!

Perhaps one of my favourite savouring moments at the ACE Awards 2021 was the laughter & touching moments. Who could resist this smile…

Then the delicious food!

Ahhh, yes, you truly missed out on a phenomenal night! Tarry not, as snippets of pictures, videos and articles are plastered everywhere. Interested? Connect with us to view more:

Instagram: @bell_africana
Facebook: Bellafricana
YouTube: Bellafricana

Until next time, be good and be safe!

Bellafricana published in Bellafricana ACE Awards November 4, 2021

ACE Awards 2021 Official Post Event Press Release

Bellafricana held its 3^rd edition of The African Creative Exhibition and Awards, [ACE Awards], on Friday, the 29^th of October, 2021 to laud the works of African creatives and celebrate their contributions to their respective industries/sectors.

The event attracted a host of notable personalities, such as Mr Olusegun Awolowo [Executive Director of Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) & President ECOWAS TPO Network], Mr Tobi Asehinde [CEO/Founder Digital Marketing Skills Institute], Mrs Yetunde Aina [CEO of Jadeas Trust], Mr Lanre Basamta [Group Head, Mobile Financial Services, Interswitch Group], Mr Lanre Adisa [CEO Noah’s Ark Communications].

We also had in attendance, Prince & Mrs Adefulu, Ms Lerato Lekena-Okoro [Real Estate Advisor], Mr Oluwaseyi Adegoke-Adeyemo (Vice-Chair, Events committee) of Nigerian-Britain Association [NBA], Mrs Eyiyemi Olivia [Compere, OAP & Dress maker], and Mrs Nnena Fakoya-Smith [Tourism Promoter & Visibility Coach].

Representatives of Access Bank and W-Community – Mrs Abiodun Olubitan [Group Head, Women Banking team at Access Bank Plc], Noah’s Ark, Inside Watch Africa, Cybertron Ads, Pride magazine, Jordan FM, Exquisite magazine, Arise Television were present to cover the event and of course, the reason for the event, the 45 nominees for the 15 different categories, their guests and a host of others.

The 3-phased event: The Creatives Connect, Exhibitions [and shopping for attendees] and The ACE Awards Dinner which garnered a lot of attention pulled a crowd of 1,000 Attendees, 20 Exhibitors, 15 Awardees and over 2million Social Media Reach just for the event.

Everyone was held spellbound as the hosts for each event expertly took us on a journey of fun, intrigue and surprises.

For the creatives connect & Exhibitions, we had experts address attendees, business support basket raffle, exhibitors from different industries display their beautiful and unique items, while shoppers eagerly shopped to their satisfaction. And of course, connecting, conversing, networking, and item 7. It was fun, enlightening and everyone left with smiles on their faces.

Exhibitions is ongoing - ACE Awards 2021 — Shoppers buying at the Exhibition

The ACE awards dinner, which was themed: A touch of Africa, was a spectacular one. With everyone glammed up as they sauntered in, making their way to their seats, ready to be thrilled and entertained. The entertainment was nothing short of mesmerizing. There were musical performances by Blue Note – The Saxophonist, spoken poetry by Ms Shola Amaraibi and a host of others. Roars of applause filled the air as the winners were called and endless speeches and pictures ensued – as it should.

Spoken words @ ACE Awards 2021 — Spoken Words by Shola Amaraibi

Music @ ACE AWARDS 2021 — musical performances by Blue Note – The Saxophonist

ACE Awards 2021 Winners

See the full list below:

Best Indigenous Textile Designer – Afrikstabel
Best Beauty Brand – Jaga Beauty
Best Fashion Brand (Clothing, Shoes) – Aspen
Best Startup of the Year – Just Journal
Best Accessories Brand (Jewelry, Bags) – AABOUX
Best Eco-friendly Product Innovation – Trash2Wealth
Best Innovative Product of the Year – Clay world by Marienne
Best Pioneer Craftsman/woman of the Year (Over 10 years) – Raule Royal
Best Food Produce Innovation – Klay Foods
Best Creative Child Entrepreneur – Zees Shea Hub
Best Creative Social Enterprise of the Year – Solar Sister
Best Creative Children’s Brand – 9ijakids
Best Arts & Crafts Person – Hooked by Lade
Best Home & Lifestyle Brand – Yasmin Crafts
Best emerging African Brand – Kua Designs

See their pitch videos at ACE Winners 2021 – ACE Awards Africa

Winners - ACE Awards 2021 Official Post Event Press Release — Winners of the ACE Awards 2021 alongside Mr & Mrs Asehinde

Mrs Bukky Asehinde, Founder of Bellafricana and the ACE Awards initiative, gave a compelling and heartfelt speech. Speaking on the journey thus far and her hopes and dreams for the future.

Bukky Asehinde - ACE AWARDS 2021 — Mrs Bukky Asehinde, Founder of Bellafricana and the ACE Awards initiative

What is arguably the best part of the evening, was the surprise announcement from the Executive Director of NEPC & President ECOWAS TPO Network, Mr Olusegun Awolowo, who awarded the winners the Export Expansion Facility Programme [EEFP] Grant. An unexpected but wonderful gift, that got the room erupting in applause, shouts of joy and a few tears shed. He did not stop there. He then proceeded to call on stage the Founder of Bellafricana – Mrs Bukky Asehinde, in what seemed to be commending all her efforts and this initiative, he then, right there, inducted her as the Zero Oil Ambassador for Nigeria. It was nothing short of a night filled with wonder.

Inducting Mrs. Bukky an Ambassador at the ACE Awards 2021 — Mr. Olusegun Awolowo & Mrs. Bukky Asehinde

With this riveting third edition, Bellafricana’s African Creative Exhibition and Awards continue to be the most prestigious gathering of Enterprising Creative Afrocentric Brands in Nigeria (Africa). This leaves us looking forward to the next edition of the ACE Awards.

Head on to @ace_awards to see more pictures from the event. Until next time, be good and be safe!

MaryBarbara published in Bellafricana ACE Awards November 2, 2021

Becoming the winner. . .

The African Creative Exhibition and Awards 2021 would never be forgotten in a hurry. Although there were a few bumps along the way, it was filled with pleasant surprises. Before we get to the bumps and the surprises, let’s break down the process for becoming the winner.

Nominations.

The nominations for the ACE Awards 2021 opened to the general public on the 30^th of August 2021 and was announced on social media via the official Instagram page – @ace_awards. An activity schedule was put out, outlining the processes and what to expect.

Members, followers, friends and family [excluding the organizers and her workers] were allowed to nominate creative entrepreneurs for 15 different categories. This ran for 4 weeks. The nominations ended on the 26^th of September. By the 27^th of September, the organizers began collating the results. Mind you the rules were spelt out clearly, which are:

You can nominate more than 1 creative for a category
The nominees with the highest votes, move on to the next round – Top 5
By submitting an entry, the entrant agrees to accept the terms and conditions as listed in the submission form.
The entrant also agrees that the project is eligible for entry.
The entrant also understands that the entry products are made-in-Nigeria or made-in-Africa.

The top 5 nominees were announced on the 4^th of October. And on the 5^th [the very next day], the voting for the top 3 commenced. People were expected to vote for the top 5 that was announced, while the top 5 nominees were also expected to get their 1-minute pitch ready for submission.

FAQS - Becoming the winner. . . — Click on the image to read more on the FAQs

FAQs regarding this was put out on the official Instagram page of the ACE Awards. The voting ended on the 12^th of October.

The top 3 were announced on the 14^th of October and the nominees were expected to submit their 1-minute pitch video that same day.

Then comes the Judges.

It was announced that 3 judges would deliberate and pick the winners for each category based off on the top 3 nominees. The Judges are:

Lanre Adisa [CEO Noah’s Ark]
Yetunde Aina [Founder Jadeas Trust]
Lanre Basamta [Group Head, Mobile Financial Services, Interswitch Group]

The Nominees’ business was judged based on:

Impact: Is your business demonstrating some impact already in the economy?
Job Creation: Has the business created some jobs and has the potential to create more high-quality jobs?
Quality of Work: Does the business show great quality and competence to compete globally?
Customer Satisfaction: Is the company socially present and accepted by consumers?
Scalability: Does the company already earn revenues and does it have the potential to scale.
1-minute pitch video.

All of these can be seen on the website: https://aceawardsafrica.com/guidelines/

The nominees were also sent emails and messages.

The judging process took 3 hours and 45 minutes, with the judges deliberating and watching 45 entries. They were deliberate, impartial, fair and objective. All that was left was collating the scores and results, which was then announced during the ACE Awards – 29^th of October.

And there you have it! The process of becoming the winner for the 15 different categories at the ACE Awards 2021. It was not a small feat! Congratulations to all the winners and all who made it to each stage. We celebrate you.

Tune in next time, where I discuss the bumps and surprises at the ACE Awards. You’re going to love it.

MaryBarbara published in News October 30, 2021

Bukky Asehinde appointed as Zero Oil Ambassador for Nigeria

Bukky Asehinde, Founder and CEO of Bellafricana was recently appointed Zero Oil Ambassador for Nigeria. The Special recognition and announcement were made at Bellafricana’s 3rd edition of The African Creative Exhibition and Awards, [ACE Awards], held on Friday, the 29th of October, 2021.

The Executive Director of The Nigerian Export Promotion Council & President ECOWAS TPO Network, Mr Olusegun Awolowo, announced Bukky Asehinde’s appointment: Zero Oil Ambassador, putting her alongside other Zero Oil Ambassadors such as President Mohammadu Buhari, Aliko Dangote, Tony Elumelu and other prominent Nigerians.

Mr Olusegun Awolowo also awarded the winners at the ACE Awards with the Export Expansion Facility Programme [EEFP] Grant.

Bellafricana took to their official website and Instagram page to celebrate the win:

“What is arguably the best part of the evening, was the surprise announcement from the Executive Director of NEPC & President ECOWAS TPO Network, Mr Olusegun Awolowo, who awarded the winners the Export Expansion Facility Programme [EEFP] Grant. An unexpected but wonderful gift, that got the room erupting in applause, shouts of joy and a few tears shed. He did not stop there. He then proceeded to call on stage the Founder of Bellafricana – Mrs Bukky Asehinde, in what seemed to be commending all her efforts and this initiative, he then, right there, inducted her as the Zero Oil Ambassador for Nigeria. It was nothing short of a night filled with wonder.” To read the full article, click on ~~ ACE Awards post press release

Also in attendance were Prince Adeyemi Adefulu, Ms Lerato Lekena-Okoro [Real Estate Advisor], Mr Oluwaseyi Adegoke-Adeyemo (Vice-Chair, Events committee) of Nigeria-Britain Association [NBA], Mrs Eyiyemi Olivia [Compere, OAP & Dress maker], Mr Ayodeji Saba, Mrs Nnena Fakoya-Smith [Tourism Promoter & Visibility Coach] and all of our media and strategic sponsors.

The event was proudly sponsored by The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) and Access Bank and W-Community, and supported by Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF), Digital Marketing Skill Institute (DMSI), Noah’s Ark, Inside Watch Africa, Cybertron Ads, Pride magazine, OWA Foundation, Jordan FM, Exquisite magazine, Pulse Ng, and Arise Television.

ACE Awards 2021 official sponsors & partners

This is another feat for the ever industrious Mrs Bukky Asehinde – oops. I mean the newly appointed Zero Oil Ambassador for Nigeria, Mrs Bukky Asehinde. We cannot wait to see what next she has in store for us.

Until next time, be safe and be good!

MaryBarbara published in Bellafricana ACE Awards October 29, 2021

Meet the official winners for the ACE Awards 2021

The day we’ve all been waiting for is finally here. It’s The African Creative Exhibition and Awards, [ACE Awards] 2021. For some, it’s the celebration of these creatives and others, simply want to finally know and meet the official winners for the ACE Awards 2021. Either way, it is a night to remember.

The air is a bit tense but all for the right reasons as the nominees are aching to finally get the results and know who would become the winners for the 15 categories.

With a successful Creatives’ Connect & Exhibition held during the day, the expectations for the ACE Awards dinner was incredibly high. And I dare say that those expectations were surpassed in flying colours! With no further ado, meet the official winners for the ACE Awards 2021.

Best Fashion Brand: K.Aspen

Mr. Tito, representing K.Aspen

Best Food Produce Innovation: Klay Foods

Representing Klay Foods

Best Accessories Brand: AABOUX

AABOUX

Best African Brand: Kua Designs

Kua Designs

There you have it. The 15 winners for the ACE Awards 2021. They didn’t only walk away with the recognition and awards but also, an Export Expansion Facility Programme [EEFP] Grant, courtesy of The Nigerian Export Promotion Council [NEPC].

Stay tuned and watch out for my next post, where I’ll be dishing you, savouring moments from the ACE Awards. Until next time, be good and be you!

MaryBarbara published in Bellafricana ACE Awards, Uncategorized October 28, 2021

It’s almost here!

It’s almost here! Just a few hours to the African Creative Exhibition and Awards (ACE Awards) and I cannot wait!

I can boldly say we are 100% ready.

Exhibitors are all set, Creative Connect speakers are ready, Nominees are primed to receive their awards, potatoes are ready to potate – LOL. I’m ready to get down on the dance floor, and everything is good to go!

Date: Friday, 29th October 2021

Venue: BWC Hotels, Opposite Eko Atlantic, Victoria Island Lagos.

Time for Exhibition & Creatives Connect: 10am – 4pm

Awards Dinner: 6 pm – 9 pm

Click the image below to get direction with the Google map

We’re sure your shopping bags would be full to the brim because you’ll shop quality products at discounted prices.

Remember, access to the ACE Exhibition and Creatives Connect is FREE.

If you haven’t registered yet, please do so here.

Please download and use the image below to let people know you’ll be attending the event, and to invite them too. Don’t forget to tag us when you post it up on your socials (Instagram: @ace_awards, @bell_africana)

For the Creatives’ Connect Attendees

Check out the line-up of Industry thought leaders we can’t wait for you to meet.

A SNEAK PEEK INSIDE THE DINNER

MEET OUR EXHIBITORS

MEET OUR TOP 3 NOMINEES

We present to you The Top 3 Nominees for all 15 categories for this year’s ACE Awards.

These amazing brands have done tremendously well in their respective fields and deserve all the recognition.

The winners will be announced on the Award Dinner night.

Click here to see the full list of Nominees on our Instagram page

Ít would be good to attend physically because nothing beats physical interaction. But if you can’t make it down, we’ve made available a virtual link so you don’t miss out.

Register to attend virtually here

Do you want to avoid all the hassles of traffic? We have that covered. You can now get rooms at a good discounted rate.

THIS EVENT WOULDN’T BE POSSIBLE WITHOUT –We can’t wait to see and connect with you.

MaryBarbara published in Bellafricana ACE Awards, Uncategorized October 21, 2021

Meet the Exhibitors

Meet the Exhibitors who would be present at the Creatives Connect & Exhibition.

It is an open secret that The African Creative Exhibition and Awards (ACE Awards) scheduled for Friday the 29th of October, 2021 is a 3-phase event consisting of:

The ACE Awards Dinner [6:00pm – 9:00pm],
The Creatives Connect [10:00am – 4:00pm],
The Exhibition [10:00am – 4:00pm]

All taking place at the BWC Hotels, 1228B Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos Nigeria (Opposite Eko Atlantic).

The Creatives Connect and the Exhibition would take place side by side. This is a great means of networking, marketing and connecting.

Meet the Exhibitors

Bosh Designs

Mojisola

Qamin

Kuvaah

Modara

Teniyah Art

Enigbi’s Label

Zeeza

Anesi Naturals

Abike

Omowunmi Ologe

Scents Pro

To ri ara

Oba Couture

Adire Nation

Drapes & Apparels

Kijipa Official

This is multiple opportunities for all attendees as it would serve as an opportunity to connect, converse and collaborate with various entrepreneurs and Industry leaders. You should use this opportunity to get a head start with your Christmas shopping.

These Exhibitors have beautiful products up for grabs with loads of discounts for the first 30 people in attendance. Make sure you do not miss this exhibition experience as it will be loads of savings and shopping for you and your family.

Stay in the loop and follow us on Instagram: @ace_awards

MaryBarbara published in Bellafricana ACE Awards, Uncategorized October 15, 2021

NEPC sponsors ACE Awards 2021

ACE Awards gains massive support and backing from The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), as it sponsors this year’s ACE Awards ceremony.

African Creative Exhibitions and Awards gain massive support and backing from The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), as it sponsors this year’s ACE Awards ceremony.

ACE Awards is an important annual occurrence aimed at attracting an audience that includes Captains of Industry, Investors, Upwardly Mobile Youths, Marketers, Trade Delegations & Missions, Procurement Oﬃcers, Brand and Business Managers, Art Lovers, Governmental Representatives and Key Decision Makers. Nigeria is an import driven nation and if we are looking to diversify and become an export-driven nation, it starts from MSMEs. Starting with Nigeria and taking it one African Country at a time. This is one of the numerous reasons why NEPC sponsors the ACE Awards 2021 and supports The ACE Awards.

NEPC sponsors ACE Awards 2021

If you happen to be an ardent follower of the annual ACE Events, then you should know that it is no secret that this event, powered by Bellafricana has been endorsed by The Lagos State Government, Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Crafts, Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC), Nigerian-American Chamber of Commerce (NACC), Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), Nigeria-Britain Association and The Nigerian Export Promotion Council. The latter has shown its support of this Laudable event since its inception in 2017. It has yet again, sponsored The ACE Awards 2021.

Having the backing of such a prestigious and governmental body towards an event such as the ACE is not only a sign of approval and growth but also a nudge to continue in its effort to ensure that enterprising Nigerian (African) MSMEs have access to a wider internal and international markets and investors seeking joint-venture partners.

Bellafricana (organizers of ACE Awards) is grateful for this continued support and backing, as this has certainly made it a force to be reckoned with. It has helped in giving more credibility and in propelling it to where it is today.

Event Details:

Theme: “Creativity and Innovation in Nation Building”

Dinner Theme: “A touch of Africa”

Date: Friday, October 29, 2021

Venue: BWC HOTELS, 1228B Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos Nigeria (Opposite Eko Atlantic).

Time for Awards Dinner: 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Call: (+234) 808 636 3970

Email: [email protected]; [email protected]

For more information, kindly visit the website: www.aceawardsafrica.com or follow on Instagram: @bell_africana @ace_awards

MaryBarbara published in Bellafricana ACE Awards October 14, 2021

Congratulations to the top 3 nominees

Just last week, the top 5 nominees for 15 categories for the ACE Awards 2021 was released and since then, the voting have been trooping in – as expected. The reuslts are in! Congratulations to the top 3 nominees! Just one more hurdle to cross to become the winner.

The Complete List of Nominees for ACE Awards 2021 are:

1) Best Indigenous Textile Designer

Afrikstabel
Akwete Fabrics by Beeju
Lowo Africa

2) Best Beauty Brand

ORIKI Lagos
Modara Naturals
Jaga Beauty

3) Best Fashion Brand (Clothing/Shoes)

K.Aspen
87 Origins
Ako Africa

4) Start-Up of the Year

Just Journal
Anesi Lifestyle
Hafsat Signatures

5) Best Accessories Brand (Jewelry, Bag)

AABOUX
Becawax
Ola House of Accessories

6) Best Eco-friendly Product

Oke Partners
Trash2wealth Initiative
WHY WASTE IT

7) Best Innovative Product of the Year

Marienne Clay World
1851 Agidingbi
My Sibi

8) Best Pioneer Craftsman/woman of the Year (Over 10 years)

Sahara Sunrise
RAULEROYAL
Kijipa Couture

9) Best Food Produce Innovation

Lim Lim Dried Fruits
Jam Coconut Foods
Klay Foods

10) Best Creative Child Entrepreneur

Amarachi Uyanne
Praise Emmanuel Adebayo
Zees Shea Hub

11) Best Creative Social Enterprise of the Year

The Creative Hub
Chanja Datti
Solar Sister Nigeria

12) Best Creative Children’s Brand

9ijakids
Wealah Kids
PreshLight Creations

13) Best Arts and Crafts Person

ARTINI
Vudoh
Hooked by Lade

14) Best Home & Lifestyle Brand

Doormats Nigeria
Ekondo
Yasmin Crafts

15) Best African Brand

Kua Designs Ghana
Florinyah Tanzania
Tekura Designs Ghana

All Top 3 nominees are expected to turn in their pitch videos on or before Thursday, the 14th of October to qualify for the next stage, which would entail being judged by a panel of judges.

THE TOP 3 NOMINEES’ BUSINESSES WILL BE JUDGED BASED ON:

Impact: Is your business demonstrating some impact already in the economy?
Job Creation: Has the business created some jobs and has the potential to create more high-quality jobs?
Quality of Work: Does the business show great quality and competence to compete globally?
Customer Satisfaction: Is the company socially present and accepted by consumers?
Scalability: Does the company already earn revenues and does it have the potential to scale.
Pitch: 1 minute Pitch presentation.

Congratulations once again!

Visit aceawardsafrica.com/vote and vote for your favourite brands.

#baace #aceawards #aceawards2021 #aceawardsafrica

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The exhibition.

Skincare products

Clothing & shoes

Bags

Art

ACE Awards 2021 Winners

See the full list below:

Nominations.

Then comes the Judges.

Bellafricana took to their official website and Instagram page to celebrate the win:

ACE Awards 2021 official sponsors & partners

Best Indigenous Textile Designer: Afrikstabel

Best Home & Lifestyle Brand: Yasmin Crafts

Best Beauty Brand: Jaga Beauty

Best Eco-friendly Product Innovation: Trash2Wealth

Best Innovative Product of the Year: Clay world by Marienne

Best Arts and Craft Person: Hooked by Lade

Best Creative Social Enterprise of the Year: Solar Sister

Best Pioneer Craftsman/woman of the Year: Raule Royal

Start-up of the Year: Just Journal

Best Creative Child Entrepreneur: Zees Shea Hub

Best Creative Children’s Brand: 9ijakids

Best Fashion Brand: K.Aspen

Best Food Produce Innovation: Klay Foods

Best Accessories Brand: AABOUX

Best African Brand: Kua Designs

For the Creatives’ Connect Attendees

A SNEAK PEEK INSIDE THE DINNER

MEET OUR EXHIBITORS

MEET OUR TOP 3 NOMINEES

Meet the Exhibitors

Bosh Designs

Mojisola

Qamin

Kuvaah

Modara

Teniyah Art

Enigbi’s Label

Zeeza

Anesi Naturals

Abike

Omowunmi Ologe

Scents Pro

To ri ara

Oba Couture

Adire Nation

Drapes & Apparels

Kijipa Official

NEPC sponsors ACE Awards 2021

Event Details:

Theme: “Creativity and Innovation in Nation Building”

Dinner Theme: “A touch of Africa”

Date: Friday, October 29, 2021

Venue: BWC HOTELS, 1228B Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos Nigeria (Opposite Eko Atlantic).

Time for Awards Dinner: 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Call: (+234) 808 636 3970

The Complete List of Nominees for ACE Awards 2021 are:

THE TOP 3 NOMINEES’ BUSINESSES WILL BE JUDGED BASED ON:

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