ADVAN CMO Forum 2025 to bring top Nigerian marketing leaders together to explore AI, governance, and growth strategies for the future
The ADVAN CMO Forum 2025 is set to convene Nigeria’s top marketing minds on August 28, 2025, at the Radisson Blu, Victoria Island, Lagos, spotlighting a bold new vision for leadership, growth, and innovation.
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Under the theme “Growth, Governance and G-AI: The New Trinity for the Nigerian CMO,” the forum will explore the powerful intersection of artificial intelligence, ethical governance, and sustainable business expansion.
Organized by the Advertisers Association of Nigeria (ADVAN), the annual forum will bring together over 100 CEOs and C-suite executives for an evening of high-impact dialogue, networking, and transformative insights.
Beyond just a networking event, the ADVAN CMO Forum 2025 is a strategic platform for transformation—designed to equip today’s marketing leaders with tools to lead ethically, profitably, and innovatively in an AI-driven world.
Notably, the event will feature strategic partnerships with the Society for Corporate Governance Nigeria, the Institute of Directors (IoD), and leading AI organizations, enhancing the depth of conversation around regulatory frameworks and leadership accountability.
Renowned business leader Olufemi Sunday Williams, former GMD of Chams PLC and current CEO of Newwaves Ecosystem Ltd, will deliver the keynote address.
His remarks are expected to lay the foundation for critical conversations on digital transformation, ethical leadership, and the role of AI in marketing.
A power-packed panel session will include:
- Alfred Okugbeni, Founder/MD, Nigerian Sinotrucks Ltd
- David Okeme, CEO, Up Digital Limited
- Stanislaus Martins, President, Association of Digital Marketing Professionals of Nigeria
These leaders will share real-world insights into the evolving role of Chief Marketing Officers amid technological disruption and regulatory scrutiny.
The event promises expert-led masterclasses and breakout sessions covering:
- AI-powered marketing innovation
- Regulatory and governance trends
- Customer experience excellence
- Brand growth strategies in digital-first economies
As AI and governance continue to reshape marketing landscapes, the ADVAN CMO Forum 2025 aims to inspire bold leadership.
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It challenges Nigerian CMOs to rise beyond conventional marketing roles—becoming stewards of ethical innovation and long-term growth.
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