Forge
- Edition
- Forge 1.0
- Held
- 13 June 2026, Lagos
- Attendance
- By invitation
A Lagos event for founders and business leaders, by invitation.
Forge 1.0, 13 June 2026.
Three sessions, six booths, one day.
Speaker sessions
| Session | Topic | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 01 · Growth Mindset | Hacking Growth in the Current Global Context | Mr Ademola Akogun |
| 02 · Growth Engines | Governance & Operations | Mr Toye Taiwo |
| 03 · Personal Finance | Unbundling the Myths | Mrs Olabisi Shusi |
Booths
| Booth | Theme |
|---|---|
| Booth 01 | Legal & Compliance / Corporate Governance |
| Booth 02 | Accounting & Tax |
| Booth 03 | Growth & Innovation |
| Booth 04 | Corporate Finance & Capital Raising |
| Booth 05 | Personal Finance |
| Booth 06 | AI for African SMEs |
Networking
Guests met the ForFond team, booth hosts and each other. A fuller note is coming from the Forge Planning Team.

From Forge 1.0
Forge 1.0 recap
A look back at the room, the stage and the people.
In conversation at Forge 1.0
A business owner on what the day meant for them.
Frequently asked questions
What is Forge?
ForFond's event for founders and business leaders.
Who attends?
By invitation. Forge 1.0 was held in Lagos on 13 June 2026.
How do I hear about Forge 2.0?
Use the sign-up on this page and we'll tell you first.
Who is behind Forge?
ForFond, a Lagos-based firm that funds growing businesses and supports them to thrive.
Forge 2.0 is coming. Be the first to know.
Questions about Forge? Email forge@forfond.group.