In celebration of its 75th anniversary, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, Africa’s Global Bank, hosted a special edition of its quarterly Business Series at the Tony Elumelu Amphitheater in UBA House. The event, themed “Built to Last: Building Generational Businesses,” aimed to provide valuable insights into sustaining successful Medium and Small-Scale Enterprises (MSMEs).
Veteran business leaders shared their expertise on creating enduring businesses. Notable speakers included veteran comedian and CEO of XQZMOI Television, Ali Baba; creative photographer Kelechi Amadi-Obi; Chef T, CEO of Diaryofakitchenlover; and Flora Mutahi, CEO of Melvin Marsh International Ltd from Kenya.
Ali Baba emphasized the importance of creativity and staying relevant by adapting to industry changes. Chef T highlighted the need for SMEs to identify and emphasize their unique selling points to meet customer expectations. Kelechi Amadi-Obi stressed the role of creativity in making a significant impact and evolving with market demands. Flora Mutahi, participating virtually, underscored Africa’s entrepreneurial potential and the importance of persistence in building lasting brands.
Shamsideen Fashola, UBA’s Group Head of Retail and Digital Banking, praised the speakers for their insights. He noted that UBA, with its extensive presence across 20 African countries and international hubs in the US, UK, France, and UAE, is dedicated to supporting business owners in creating sustainable enterprises.
The UBA Business Series is part of the bank’s commitment to capacity-building, offering regular seminars and workshops where industry leaders provide guidance on best practices and strategies for overcoming business challenges. UBA, a major player in the financial sector with over 25,000 employees and 45 million global customers, continues to lead in financial inclusion and technology innovation.
