NES imformation brochure

NASARAWA ENTREPRENEURS SUMMIT
(NES)
BY SKDC GLOBAL LINKS LTD
TA’AL CONFERENCE HOTEL
LAFIA, NASSARAWA STATE
JUNE 22 ND –23 RD
2018
Sponsorship Brochure
INVEST IN NASARAWA
Home of Solid Mineral

Nigeria is Africa's most populous country -170million people.
She is Africa’s largest exporter of Crude oil.
Nigeria is Africa’s largest economy which is due to new and fastdeveloping
sectors such as services: telecoms services, soft wares,
digital television, videos, music and local movie industry, Nollywood;
subscriptions for cable television, payment gateways, tech support
retail and wholesale trade, telecommunications, banking, faith events.
Spurred by favorable government policies and increased foreign direct
investment (FDI), growth in these industries has helped to diversify
Nigeria’s economy, which a major statistical rebasing three years ago
revealed to be the largest in sub-Saharan Africa.
Services Industry valued at $28 Trillion globally, and for Nigeria- $
Agriculture is the largest sector at 42% of total GDP
Fastest growing segments-wholesale/retail: telecoms (accounts for 35%)
Crude Oil/Natural Gas-13.5%
Industry accounts for 9%
There is access to credit (Bank of Industry, Nexim etc.)
Classified as a newly emerging market (CIA, 2010)
World Bank Ease of Doing Business Ranking: 145 (Source: World Bank/IFC/Trading
Economics).
NIGERIA: ECONOMIC REVIEW

NASARAWA STATE: SOCIO-POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC REVIEW
Nasarawa was created on 1 October 1996 by the Abacha government from the former Plateau State. The State has three National
Senatorial Districts (South, North and West) and consists of thirteen (13) Local Government Areas, Karu, Keffie, Akwanga, Kokona,
Toto, Nasarawa, Nasarawa Egon, Wamba, Awe, Doma, Keana, Lafia and Obi (with a population of 1,869,377 according to the 2006
population figures). Its capital is Lafia. It covers an area of about 27,117 km 2 (10,470 sq mi).
Economy: Nasarawa State has agriculture as the mainstay of its economy with the production of varieties of cash crops throughout
the year. It also contains various minerals such as salt, barite, and bauxite, which are mostly mined by artisanal miners.
The state has a College of Education in Akwanga, College of Agriculture in Lafia, Nasarawa State Polytechnic in Lafia, Nasarawa
State University in Keffi, a newly established Federal University of Lafia, and other vocational training schools.
Nasarawa State is home to the Farin Ruwa Falls in Wamba Local Government area of the state. Farin Ruwa falls is reputed to be one
of the highest falls in Africa.
There is also the Salt Village in Keana Local Government Area of the State. It produces naturally iodized salt from the lake located
near it. The town is also one of the cradles of Alago civilization, one of the major ethnic groups in the state.
GDP (PPP)
Year 2007
Total
$3.02 Billion
Per Capita $ 1,588
(Source: Wikipedia)

His Excellency,
The Executive Governor of Nasarawa State,
Governor Umaru Tanko Al’ Makura.
Entrepreneur Per Excellence!

NASARAWA ENTREPRENEURS SUMMIT
(NES) 2018 EVENT.
AN ANNUAL
EVENT

BACKGROUND
Context
The Nasarawa Entrepreneurs Summit was established to support the growth of small local businesses,
foster new jobs and economic growth for Nasarawa State.
Driving by the need to draw attention to the opportunities in Nasarawa State, and the emergence of
new entrepreneurs to push for economic development on the idea that the competition for business
investment and for highly ambitious entrepreneurs and talent has never been as high as it is today.
We need to identify and align our resources to develop tangible, highly valuable and profitable
opportunities that will attract investment from local businesses, communities, ambitious new
entrepreneurs and multinational firms.
In order to ensure this takes, a series of Summits around the State will be organized, between May 22 nd
and 23 rd 2018, in partnership with Nasarawa State Government, Taal Conference Hotel departments.

NASARAWA ENTREPRENEURS SUMMIT
Our Purpose:
1. Identify barriers and challenges for Entrepreneurs to inform government policy and
programs.
2. Seek ways to increase youth participation in entrepreneurship and the workforce.
3. Create opportunities for Entrepreneurs to learn things like effective leadership
communication skills, how to grow a business, the power of networking, and how
to best launch a new product.
4. Identify opportunities for new investments that will position the State as a viable
and attractive business destination able to contribute to the growth of different
sectors.

WHO WE ARE
• Who We Are: An emerging market and events marketing organization.
• Mission: Developing capabilities in the small, medium and large enterprises across sectors through partnerships,
trade shows, culture events, education, information and market intelligence.
• Vision: Expanding opportunities for Nasarawa State in the local and global markets.
• Values: Commitment. Innovation. Network. Excellence.
Our Role As Facilitators
• Investment Enquiry & Facilitation
• –Provision of investment profiles and macro-economic data, Market intelligence/information
• Investment Progression.
• –Assistance entrepreneurs with capacity building training workshops; Nasarawa State investment opportunities,
procedures, permits, incentives and approvals, access to government officials-ministries , departments and
agencies/
• Investment Progression/PPP/ Joint Venture facilitation.

OUR STRATEGIC GOALS
Short Term: 1-2 years
• Organize regular capacity building workshops for Entrepreneurs towards creating opportunities for knowledge and
business growth (Management, Accounting/Audit; Personnel Development; for easy Access to Funding via NEXIM, Bank
of Industry etc.)
• Public Private Partnerships (PPP) for the immediate development of Vocational Training Institutes for Small and
Medium Scale Industries (solid mineral and Cultural museums; improvements of cultural and heritage sites, with secure
access roads leading to them, plus standard lodgings for tourists to improve tourism industry receipts).
• Pursuit of New Legislations and Policy Revaluation to bring about change in economic dynamics for entrepreneurs in
all sectors of the State’s economy for improved small business contribution to the State’s internally generated revenues
(IGR) and GDP.
• Institution of Executive Council on Small Scale Business Enterprise.
Mid Term: 3-5 years
• Ensure alternative funding options for Small Enterprises such as the Capital Market significant and alternative funding
opportunity for building sustainable businesses in the different sectors through listing on the Nigeria Stock Exchange.
• Improvement in Internal Security infrastructure and policing.
Long Term: 4-6 years
• Work with Government towards the systematic building of infrastructures and new policy formulation that help to create
a Business Friendly environment for local and foreign investment flow that will lead to job creation and prosperity for all.
• To improve Nasarawa State’s image, and competitiveness as a Tourism and Business Destination.

PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
Under the overall theme, Invest in Nasarawa State,
the two day summit program will be driven by two
key themes:
“Exhibits of the Best of Nasarawa State”
“Small Business: Pathways to Sustainability”.

SUMMIT FRAMEWORK
10am: Welcome and Mingle:
10:15 am: Honourable Commissioner, Finance &
Economic Development
1:15pm: Introductions by Event Coordinator, Stella Ajige
1:30pm: Welcome & Introductions-NES Team
1:35am ………………..Entrepreneurs Dream
1;55pm: Group Discussions 1: What are the challenges for
Entrepreneurs to succeed in the entrepreneurship space?
3:00pm: Group Discussion 2: What are the opportunities for
Entrepreneurs to succeed in the workforce and
entrepreneurship?
4:40pm: Honourable Commissioner’s Remarks
5:00pm: Next Steps & Closing

FASHION SHOWS: EXHIBIT “MADE IN NIGERIA”
Building Capability For Nasarawa Fashion Brands
In The Nigerian And Foreign Markets

DISCONNECT WITH LABOUR MARKET
• Those challenges are outlined below:
• Lack of communication and accessible Labour Market Information to students and educators
• Difficulty job matching and collaboration
• Entry level job requirements are too high
• Lack of open minded employers willing to hire youth and new comers
• Transition between high school, post-secondary and work is tough
• Many jobs in the State are unknown among youth
• Existing jobs are stimulating

ENTREPRENEURIAL MINDSET
• Mindset change making a job vs. getting a job
• Need for a culture of entrepreneurship
• How to market yourself (professional development, mentorship, connect)
• Lack of financial literacy
• Lack of connectivity between the youth/entrepreneurs and the larger system of role
models, mentorship and inspiration.
• Funding new ideas and making a jump to market

ENTREPRENEURIAL SUPPORT
• Communication and awareness programs and grants lengthy process to apply.
• Lack of access to resources need to take advantage of mentorship and networking.
• Need for a mentor, teacher, coach to have those hard conversations and open doors.
• There is a lack of resources to support youth wanted to open a business
• Lack of resources and knowing where to find resources that exist.

EXHIBITION THEME: EXHIBITS OF THE BEST OF NASARAWA
Exhibitions Event Framework:
The exhibitions will feature fascinating sights and
sounds of Nasarawa with focus on
General exhibitions,
Cultural & heritage exhibitions,
Travel Management Companies and tourism exhibition,
Religious, medical and trado-medical exhibition,
Fashion and Entertainment- Cinemas, Sports, Comedy,
Film, Music/Music/Fashion & Textile
Production/Marketing and Distribution Companies
Media and Communications
Publishing and Online Media
IT/Telecoms
Financial Services
Entertainment -music, agri-tourism, and eco-tourism.

GENERAL EVENT DETAILS
Venue: Ta’al Conference Hotel
Partner Hotel: Ta’al Conference Hotel, Lafia, Nasarawa State.
Dates: 22 nd -23 rd June, 2018
Event Highlights:
Each day includes chats and break away sessions with some of the brightest minds in Small Business Start Ups,
ICT Innovations, Motivational Speakers, as well as opportunities for networking with over 250 attendees.
Over 80% of expected attendees are key decision-makers representing their organizations and sub-sectors.
Managing the delicate links between key infrastructure, products and services, business environment, policy
and effects on business depends on the level of understanding shown by the various institutions, government,
business and local communities represented.
Please join us as a sponsor or as a participant and enjoy maximum and long lasting benefits.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
It is a Private Sector driven event with the government, investors and development partners in the front row.
Planning Committee made up of seasoned administrators, culture and heritage experts, business consultants,
experienced investment facilitators and economists.
Full state government backing from relevant ministries, departments and agencies of government.
Logistical, media and communications, advertising, branding, marketing, event management support from
experienced and professional consultants.
Assured sponsorship by private sector.
Key Performance Indicators
Satisfied Delegates
Well organized NASARAWA Entrepreneurial Summit event able to draw national attention.
Attract media/reviews; local entrepreneurs.
High possibility of visitors/investors return.
Branding exposure and recognition for Nasarawa State.

WHO WILL ATTEND THE EVENT?
• With over 80% of attendees expected in the 2018 Nasarawa
Entrepreneurs Summit are middle to senior level decision makers
within their organizations, sponsors have the exceptional
opportunity to network and build relationships:
• Government economic development and Culture & Tourism
officials.
• Private equity investors (Local & Foreign)
• Hotel owners and executives - An opportunity to learn about
market trends, best practices, renovations, and upgrading of
existing physical facilities.
• Developers- An opportunity to meet with city and tourism officials
to learn and propose the development of tourism demand
generators at various destinations.
• Professional services firms (business consultants, miners, lawyers,
accountants, real estate brokers, designers, architects, engineers) -
opportunity to network and present their services to potential
new business clients.
• Bankers, lenders, and mortgage brokers - Opportunity to identify
potential borrowers and deals.
• State and local tourism leaders - An opportunity to showcase
existing tourism products, ongoing and new tourism projects.

EVENT ORGANIZERS: PLANNING COMMITTEE
The forum’s planning committee is
responsible for coordinating the conference
and developing the agenda.
The Planning Committee:
Organizers, supported by owners of Small
and Medium sized companies:
•Relevant Government Ministries,
Departments and Agencies.
•Private Sector Players

THE SUB-COMMITTEES INCLUDE:
• Event Management Sub-Committee: helps to shape
the forum's program and agenda; identify
conference speakers, resource persons and
attendees.
• Media and Sponsorship Sub-Committee: is to assist
with promotion and marketing, and potential
funding partners.
• Budget and Finance Sub-Committee: oversees
budget-inflow and outflow.
• Exhibitions Sub-Committee: ensures the exhibitions
are of high standard, guaranteeing space for
exhibitors, reach targeted exhibitors, showcase Best
of Nasarawa State’s rich cultural heritage and
economic assets etc.
• Logistics Sub-Committee: Oversees all transport,
hotel, security, and site visits.

COMMUNITY PROJECT

SPONSORSHIP PROPOSITION

SPONSOR MEDIA & PUBLICITY
Video Coverage
(N1,000,000.00 )
Features Stories
& Press Releases
(N200,000.00 )
Project Documentary
(N1,000,000.00 )
Photography
(N200,000.00)
Event Program
(N500,000.00)
Coffee Table
Book
(N1,500,000.00)
Sponsors have opportunity to make brief remarks and
introduce their Brands.
Recognition also includes visibility on website, mention on
all media and inside the Program Book along with a host
of other leading companies.

SPECIAL EVENTS
NEFS GALA DINNER
(N2,000,000.00)
• Sponsor this elegant evening that ends the Nasarawa Entrepreneur Summit 2018 experience
with a celebration.
• Sponsor has opportunity to make brief remarks and introduce the entertainment.
• Recognition also includes onsite visibility and Sponsors logo on the table tent cards and on
marketing materials promoting the dinner.

EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE
Breakaway Session
N500,000.00/ Break - AM (2 Available)
N500,000.00/ Break - PM (2 Available)
N1,000,000.00 /Two Breaks
Sponsor a break between sessions and treat attendees
to refreshments. Morning breaks include tea/coffee and
to reboot attendees for the next knowledge-building
session.
Attendees will enjoy a snack along with a beverage in
the afternoon as they prepare for the next session.
Recognition includes logo on coffee sleeves, napkins,
snack bags and signage.

EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE
Session Recordings
(N500,000.00)
Become a sponsor of the professional
development session recordings. As the
exclusive sponsor your logo is displayed
where session recordings are promoted
along with a host of other visibility
opportunities.
Session Wi-Fi Sponsor
(N1,000,000.00)
Be the official sponsor of Wi-Fi in the
professional development tracks held at
the Summit. Sponsor will be recognized
on signage in each meeting room and
promotional materials.

INDOOR VISIBILITY
Attendee Lounge
(N1,000,000.00)
Attendees love to stop by the Attendee Lounge in the
exhibit hall making this sponsorship a great way to
promote your company on a large scale.
Your company logo will be featured on signage and in
the program guide. You'll also have the opportunity to
distribute your corporate literature in the area.
Attendee Lunch Vouchers
(N500,000.00/day)
Secure this sponsorship and treat our attendees to lunch!
Attendees receive lunch vouchers to be used at food
points inside the exhibit hall.
Promote your company on
the vouchers printed for all full and day passes and gain
recognition on applicable marketing collateral.

OUTDOOR VISIBILITY-MAIN HALL
Bill Billboard
N2,000,000.00 each
Have your message displayed on an outside Venue
billboard on at the Taal Conference Hotel. This billboard
is located in a heavy traffic entry area of the hotel. Your
brand will display every 90 seconds and can contain a
static image or a 10 second movie.

OUTDOOR VISIBILITY-MAIN HALL
Conference Attendee Bag
N1,500,000.00
A great opportunity for you to have your
marketing collateral reach everyone at
NES 2018.
Volunteer Shirts
(N500,000.00)
What better advertising than to have the NES 2018
Conference Committee and volunteers wear shirts with
your brand on it.

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
Summit sponsors are given exclusive benefits and recognition that are commensurate with their total level of participation. Create
a customized package to fit the needs of your company and gain access to the following benefits:
Diamond – N25,000,000.00 - 1 available
Designed for leading organizations, this prestigious
package offers complete visibility across the entire event.
Platinum – N20,000,000.00
The platinum packages offer excellent positioning and
opportunities for leading organizations to bring
your brand's awareness to the next level.
Silver – N3,500,000.00
The silver package offers your company the opportunity to
network and present to key decision makers.
Bronze – N1,500,000.00
A bronze sponsorship shows your company's dedication
and commitment to the public safety community.
Gold – N10,000,000.00
Participation as a gold sponsor provides your company
with an excellent way to raise your profile to key
purchasers across a global platform.
Supporter - N1,000,000.00
Highlight your brand, even on a budget, to further your
return on investment.

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
Recognition in the exhibitor listing in the program guide Diamond Platinum Gold Silver Bronze Supporter
Company acknowledged prominently on the NES website Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Recognition on sponsorship page in the program guide Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Company listed as sponsor by level wherever sponsors
are collectively listed
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Invite for Two Sponsor Senior Executive to Dinner Event Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Pre-show attendee list Yes Yes Yes Yes
Post-show attendee list Yes Yes Yes
One branded Sponsor’s item placed in the attendee bags
given to all registered attendees
Yes Yes Yes

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
Recognition in the exhibitor listing in the program guide Diamond Platinum Gold Silver Bronze Supporter
Ad in program guide Tab Half Page Quarter
Page
Complimentary meeting room at the Main Hall Yes Yes
Company logo displayed on cover of program guide
& online exhibitor listing
Yes
Presentation Theater session/product demo (30 min.) in
the expo
Yes
Company logo displayed on cover of program guide
Yes
Company logo displayed on all interior pages of website
Yes
Upgraded Online exhibitor listing 3-Star 2-Star

OTHER BENEFITS OF SPONSORSHIP
Networking Opportunity
• Registration
• Summit (4) x complimentary registrations including all
catering, all conference sessions and social functions
• Twenty (2) x complimentary Welcome Function tickets
• Delegate information.
• An electronic copy of the delegate list* will be
provided prior to the event to allow sponsor to target
networking and meetings
• An electronic copy of the delegate list* will be
provided after the event.
• PUBLICITY & PROMOTION
• Brand Recognition as Major Sponsor on all media deployed (e.g. Proudly Brought To You
By ………………………………)
• Sponsors Branding Collateral on Event Printed materials, Event Venue, (Exterior and
Interior)
• Sponsors logo in the Registration Brochure, Invitation Cards, Event Program etc.)
• Sponsors Branding recognition on Pre and Post-Event Documentary on major TV
Channel, Radio, Television Commercials, Newspapers, Magazines and Online Media-Face
Book, Twitter, Yahoo mail and Blogs
• Sponsors logo in the Coffee Side Table Book, alongside a 60 word profile
• Signage
• Sponsors logo on Event signage boards displayed at the registration booth
• Sponsors logo on signage displayed at the venue, Website and social media
• Sponsors logo in the sponsor scroll on the home page of the Event website, at 4 x
frequency
• Sponsors logo on the sponsors page of the Event website, alongside a 60 word profile
• Logos displayed will be hyperlinked directly to Sponsors website.

SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES
Audio visual
• Audio visual logo recognition in the plenary room
and the Exhibitions event.
• Double Exhibition Booth including booth shell, spotlights,
power Supply and fascia signage with organizations’ name
• Two (2) x Exhibitor Registrations including all catering,
Welcome, Function and plenary sessions
• Marketing/advertising (Sponsor supplied)
• 60seconds TVC on major TV Network prior to Summit One (1)
x full page, full colour advertisement in the Program Book
• One (1) x 300 word article printed in an edition of the Event
Newsletter distributed to delegates
• One (1) handout given to delegates at a plenary session and
displayed in the delegate’s lounge
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES
• Choice of one (1) of the following:
• Intervention Investment in a Fashion Business in Nasarawa.
• Speaking opportunity for Sponsoring Company’s
Chairman/or Representative at the Event.
• Sponsor’s logo prominently displayed on environmentally
friendly, delegate satchel alongside conference information
• Invite up to 14 delegates to join Sponsoring company’s
Chairman for an informal networking lunch or breakfast

BENEFITS TO NASARAWA STATE

BENEFITS TO NASARAWA STATE
Contribution to NASARAWA State Resource Base/GDP: Improvements in knowledge of business by
entrepreneurs means more profits and that the state would tax, thereby contributing to Nasarawa State Internally
Generated Revenues (IGR)
Immediate Economic Value of Nasarawa Entrepreneurs Summit: injection of over N50Million via the NES Event
spend -a boost to the Nasarawa State local economy.
Economic Value Addition: The overall contribution of Small Business due to improvements and profits means
more jobs, which reach 50,000 jobs within 5 years – from the new and fast-developing informal sectors such as
services: telecoms services, soft wares, digital television, videos, music and local movie industry, Nollywood;
subscriptions for cable television, payment gateways, tech support retail and wholesale trade, telecommunications,
banking, faith events, spurred by favorable government policies and increased foreign direct investment (FDI),
growth in these industries will help to diversify the resource base and Nasarawa State economy.

WHAT WE WANT FROM NASARAWA STATE GOVERNMENT
Next Steps
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1. Nasarawa State Government formal acceptance to participate in Entrepreneurs Summit 2018 Events.
2. Letter of Expression of Interest /Endorsement of Entrepreneurs Summit 2018 Events
3. Immediate Signing of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
4. Enlistment of relevant Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of Nasarawa State Government-
– Finance & Economic Development, Information, Culture & Tourism, Water Resources; Commerce &
Industry for information on Nasarawa State Tourism, Culture, Economic and Water Resources.
5. Provision of Transportation, Security, Hotel Accommodations Logistics for Special Guests, Consultants,
6. Courtesy Visits to Nasarawa State Government Officials for Consultations, Expression of Appreciation.
7. Sponsorship Funds Mobilization.
8. Institute A Entrepreneurial Intervention Fund

PARTNERS & SUPPORTERS
Major Partners
Taal Conference Hotel
J_Ell’s Fashion
Applause Global Concept
Bishgoldmine Global Initiative
Ibinyingi Allaputa, Ms. Nigeria United Nations/Hope for Single Mothers Initiative
ISWL Group
Studio 24
Ministries
State Ministry of Finance and Economic Development
State Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Office of the Accountant General, Nasarawa State

PAYMENT TERMS
•All prices listed are in Naira/ All payments can be made in Naira.
•Bank cheques, direct transfers and credit card payments will be accepted.
Sponsors’ responsibilities: It is the responsibility of sponsors to provide the materials listed in the
package, once commitment has been made. The companies which get the most out of their
sponsorship are those who provide any required materials in a timely manner.
•Sponsor agreements: Once your preferred sponsorship package has been negotiated, we, will
prepare a Sponsor Agreement for your signature. The Agreement is to be signed and returned
within the timeframe specified.
•Disclaimer: The entitlements listed in this document are offered on the basis that confirmation of a
sponsor’s involvement is received prior to the deadline specified (e.g. production of promotional
material).The Organizers reserve the right to amend these packages subject to change in the
program format.

CONTACT US
Stella Ajige
+2348032689830
Blessing Akumishi
+2347037010546
Desmond Envoh
+2348143164795
www.nasarawaentrepreneurssummit.org