THE Association of Professional Party Organisers and Event Managers of Nigeria (APPOEMN) has unveiled plans for the eighth edition of The Event Industry Conference (TEIC), themed Fearless: Mastering the Art of Reinvention.

Scheduled for 4-6 November, the conference will equip event professionals with practical tools, relevant conversations, and real connections to inspire both personal and professional growth across Nigeria’s fast-growing event ecosystem.

At a press briefing announcing plans for the upcoming conference in Lagos, APPOEMN President, Ayiri Oladunmoye, described the event as a movement driven by the power of creativity, collaboration and culture.

She said the annual conference remains one of the association’s strategic platforms to drive transformation and build capacity within the creative sector.

“TEIC is not just a conference; it is an agenda for transformation,” she said. “Through TEIC, we create space for meaningful dialogue, collaboration, and innovation, all aimed at raising the standard of event practice across Nigeria.”

Oladunmoye noted that this year’s edition would feature masterclasses, exhibitions, and policy conversations designed to equip practitioners with practical skills and tools to reposition their businesses for sustainability.

She added that the 2025 edition aims to empower event professionals with the courage and innovation needed to redefine excellence within the industry.

“We call on every event professional, brand and policymaker to partner with us in building a more structured, credible, and unified industry,” she said.

Chair of TEIC 8.0, Dr. Chinwe Attoh, highlighted a key focus for the conference, urging that every attendee should leave with at least one skill set. She added that achieving this would make the experience impactful for all participants.

According to her, from the initiative to the brand award night, every activity is intentionally designed to leave a lasting impression, emphasising that “fearlessness is not the absence of fear, but the mastery of reinvention.”

To ensure compliance with the new tax policy, the association said proactive steps are being taken to support its members.

Attoh noted that after the conference, an in-house accountant will ensure practical sessions, informing participants on how to position their businesses to avoid being adversely affected.

“After the conference, there will be ongoing sensitisations, and we will identify businesses that need support through the guidance of our in-house accountant to ensure they remain safe and secure,” she said.

She added that there is also an open-door operation where businesses can reach out to the organisation if they are struggling.

APPOEMN representatives said the conference will celebrate Nigeria’s heritage and include a business boot camp for about 300 event-related businesses, offering support, mentorship, and growth opportunities.