10:00 AM
ARRIVAL & REGISTRATION
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
[ACTIVITIES]
ARRIVAL & ICEBREAKER
- Attendees check in and receive welcome kits.
- Icebreaker activities to set the tone for engagement.
- Background music and networking session as people settle in.
SPEAKER
-
DURATION
60 MIN
INDUSTRY
-
11:00 AM
INTRODUCTION
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
[ACTIVITIES]
WELCOME ADDRESS & EVENT KICKOFF
- Brief introduction to the event's theme and objectives.
SPEAKER
MC
DURATION
30 MIN
INDUSTRY
-
11:30 AM
OPENING KEYNOTE
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
[ACTIVITIES]
THE FUTURE OF DIGITAL WORK & FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT.
- Opening remarks from Gigbanc's CEO and fireside chat.
SPEAKER
PAUL OMOREGIE OKUNDAYE
DURATION
30 MIN
INDUSTRY
-
12:00 PM
PANEL DISCUSSION [1]
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
[ACTIVITIES]
Becoming A Global Digital Talent
- Expert speakers share insights on building a profitable freelance/remote career.
- Q&A session where attendees engage with panelists.
- Monetizing skills in 2025.
- Managing cross-border payments.
- The impact of financial tools on freelancing success.
SPEAKER
PAUL OMOREGIE OKUNDAYE
DURATION
30 MIN
INDUSTRY
-
12:30 PM
BREAK
12:30 PM - 12:45 PM
[ACTIVITIES]
ENTERTAINMENT BREAK 1
- Performance from Guest artiste
- Refreshment
SPEAKER
-
DURATION
15 MIN
INDUSTRY
-
12:45 PM
PANEL DISCUSSION [2]
12:45 PM - 1:15 PM
[ACTIVITIES]
THRIVING IN THE DIGITAL ECONOMY – SCALING, EARNING & BUILDING INFLUENCE
- Expert speakers share insights on Attracting Gigs that pay in dollars.
- Q&A session where attendees engage with panelists.
SPEAKER
-
DURATION
30 MIN
INDUSTRY
-
1:15 PM
DEMO
1:15 PM - 1:35 PM
[ACTIVITIES]
GIGBANC PRODUCT DEMO
SPEAKER
-
DURATION
20 MIN
INDUSTRY
-
1:35 PM
CHALLENGE
1:35 PM - 2:00 PM
[ACTIVITIES]
THE GIG HUSTLE CHALLENGE
- Attendees pitch their digital skills or side hustles in 60 seconds.
- Winners get instant rewards like cash, business tools, and mentorship opportunities.
SPEAKER
-
DURATION
25 MIN
INDUSTRY
-
2:00 PM
BREAK
2:00 PM - 2:20 PM
[ACTIVITIES]
ENTERTAINMENT BREAK 2
- Fun games & giveaways (trivia, freelancer meme contest, and more).
SPEAKER
-
DURATION
20 MIN
INDUSTRY
-
2:20 PM
MASTERCLASS
2:20 PM - 3:05 PM
[ACTIVITIES]
BREAKOUT SESSION 1
- Landing High-Paying Gigs in:
- Client Acquisition & Retention: Strategies to attract high-paying clients and build long-term relationships.
- Personal Branding, Positioning and Negotiations: How to craft a compelling online presence that attracts opportunities.
- Mastering Freelancing Platforms: Monetizing skills through courses, e-books, consulting, and passive income.
- Practical tips on securing international clients and remote jobs.
- Live demonstration of strategies for personal branding and outreach.
SPEAKER
-
DURATION
45 MIN
INDUSTRY
-
3:05 PM
MASTERCLASS
3:05 PM - 3:50 PM
[ACTIVITIES]
BREAKOUT SESSION 2
- Investing for Digital Entrepreneurs: Smart ways to grow and multiply your freelance earnings.
- Scaling from Freelancer to Business Owner: Transitioning from solo work to building an agency or team.
- Productivity for Digital Entrepreneurs: Smart ways to grow and multiply your freelance earnings.
- Speed networking rounds to connect freelancers, remote workers, and businesses.
- "Find Your Gig Match" activity—helping freelancers and businesses link up based on skills and needs.
SPEAKER
-
DURATION
45 MIN
INDUSTRY
-
3:35 PM
NETWORKING
3:35 PM - 4:20 PM
[ACTIVITIES]
POWER NETWORKING SESSION
- Speed networking rounds to connect freelancers, remote workers, and businesses.
- "Find Your Gig Match" activity—helping freelancers and businesses link up based on needs.
SPEAKER
-
DURATION
45 MIN
INDUSTRY
-
4:20 PM
ENTERTAINMENT
4:20 PM - 4:45 PM
[ACTIVITIES]
ENTERTAINMENT & GIVEAWAYS TO ALL WINNERS
- Winners of various games to be played.
SPEAKER
-
DURATION
25 MIN
INDUSTRY
-
4:45 PM
CLOSING REMARKS
4:45 PM - 5:00 PM
[ACTIVITIES]
CLOSING REMARKS & GROUP PHOTO
- Final words of appreciation from Gigbanc.
- Attendees take a group photo and final networking.
SPEAKER
-
DURATION
15 MIN
INDUSTRY
-
5:00 PM
PARTY
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
[ACTIVITIES]
PARTY
- Free networking and departure.
- Special access to post-event resources for attendees.
SPEAKER
-
DURATION
1 HR
INDUSTRY
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31st May 2025
10:00 am - 5:00 PM
ZONE TECH - EMERALD MALL LAGOS, Nigeria
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