ARRIVAL

• Attendees check in and receive welcome kits.
• Icebreaker activities to set the tone for engagement.
• Background music and networking session as people settle in.

Welcome Address & Event Kickoff

• Brief introduction to the event’s theme and objectives.
• Opening remarks from the Gigbanc’s CEO and fireside chat.

GAMES & ICEBREAKERS

Mastering the Skills, Mindset, and Tools for Global Digital Success

• Expert speakers share insights on building a profitable freelance/remote career.
• Q&A session where attendees engage with panelists.
• Talking Points:
• Monetizing skills in 2025.
• Managing cross-border payments.
• The impact of financial tools on freelancing success.

Entertainment Break 1

• Performance from Guest artiste.
• Refreshment.

Beyond the Future: Technology as the Catalyst for Digital Work and Financial Inclusion

How African Talents Can Thrive and Compete Globally

• Expert speakers share insights on Attracting Gigs that pay in dollars.
• Q&A session where attendees engage with panelists.

Gigbanc Product Demo

• Attendees pitch their digital skills or side hustles in 60 seconds.
• Winners get instant rewards like cash, business tools, and mentorship opportunities.

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.

Entertainment Break 2

• Fun games & giveaways (trivia, freelancer meme contest, and more).

Breakout Session 1

• Landing High-Paying Gigs 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.

Breakout session 2

• Investing for Digital Entrepreneurs: Smart ways to grow and multiply your freelance earnings.
• Budgeting and financial management
• Productivity for Digital Entrepreneurs: Smart ways to grow and multiply your freelance earnings.

Announcement of Global Talent Fellows

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.

Entertainment & Giveaways to all winners

• Winners of various games to be played.

Closing Remarks & Group Photo

• Final words of appreciation from Gigbanc.
• Attendees take a group photo and final networking.

PARTY

• Free networking and departure.
• Special access to post-event resources for attendees.