By Chinwendu Obienyi
The Founder, Africa Creative Market (ACM), Ms Inya Lawal, has stated that the forthcoming 2023 ACM event would be a big step towards stimulating the growth of the creative sector in the economy.
The Africa Creative Market is an eagerly anticipated annual event that serves as a catalyst for growth in the creative economy.
This vibrant gathering brings together key players from the African and international creative industry, providing a platform for collaboration and innovation. This year, the event takes a significant leap forward by placing a strong emphasis on safeguarding intellectual property rights and harnessing the power of technology.
Speaking in a statement made available to Daily Sun, Lawal said that the organization’s mission is to empower creatives to scale by providing a blueprint for establishing commercially viable and sustainable business models.
According to her, the gathering not only celebrates the richness and diversity of African creativity but also offers a gateway to lucrative and fulfilling ventures for both local and international investors. She said, “With a focus on intellectual property and technology, the Africa Creative Market is poised to revolutionize the creative industry, creating a lasting impact that extends far beyond the event itself
Moreover, the ACM offers a gateway to lucrative ventures for both local and international investors, contributing to the economic growth and development of the creative sector in Africa”
Also speaking, the Country Manager, Paramount Africa, Nigeria, Bada Akintunde-Johnson, said that the ACM is dedicated to strengthening Africa’s creative ecosystem for profitability, sustainability, and global recognition.
Akintunde-Johnson said, “ACM aims to create access to replicable models, structures, and the international market”.
He emphasized ACM’s focus on training more individuals, sharing knowledge, teaching trade secrets, and facilitating networking opportunities.
The event which will hold from 2nd November will feature partnership with strategic partners like Paramount Africa, U.S. Consulate Lagos, 21st Century Technologies, Venture Garden Group, The HOW Foundation, WIGWE University, RivExcel, Global Tech Africa, TRAIL, NITDA, ALTA Global Media, FWIFT Nigeria, WIFT Africa, Festival Le Teranga, WIFT Senegal, The Luxury Network, The YD Company, Eden Venture Group, Lagos Continental, Glover Memorial and so many more.
This collaboration signifies the event’s growing global influence and underscores its commitment to fostering sustainable economic growth within the creative sector.