Also to grace this edition of our M&G, is Chief Dr. Ifedi Okwenna JP, Ugwumba Osumenyi Agunechemba N'Ukpo. He is the CEO/Executive Secretary of SEBIS Dr. Ifedi Okwenna is a Nigerian professional with a diverse background in business, entrepreneurship development, leadership development, politics and environmental management. He has held several significant positions, including serving as the Special Assistant in the Presidency, Commissioner and Member of Anambra State Executive Council, Investment Consultant to some State Governments. Ifedi Okwenna is the Executive Secretary/CEO of the South East Business and Investment Summit Group (SEBIS). In this role, he has been instrumental in organizing and promoting programmes aimed at attracting substantial investments to the South East region of Nigeria. Professionally, Dr. Okwenna is the Chief Executive Officer of Continental Export Development Nigeria (CEDEN), a company focused on export and in promoting exports and investment development. His other investment interests spans real estate development, digital transformation, Cybersecurity management and High-tech security system management. His areas of expertise encompass Public policy, environmental management, political strategy, and economic development, particularly in fostering business growth and investment in Nigeria’s South East region. In addition to many academic degrees, Ifedi Okwenna is a: • Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Economics of Nigeria. • Fellow of the Certified Institute of Public Administration of Ghana. • Certified Professional Fellow of Public Administration • Fellow of the Civilian Institute of Democratic Administration • Fellow International Institute of Administrative Management. • Fellow of Strategic Finance and Administration Institute. • Fellow Institute of Investment Management and Research. Ifedi Okwenna is a Paul Harris Fellow of the Rotary Club International and appeared in Nigeria Who is Who in Management Intelligence in 2008. #042startups

Also on this edition of the October M&G, we’re hosting a visionary leader whose influence cuts across finance, innovation, and digital transformation — Mr. Nnamani Emmanuel Ekene, the Executive Chairman of Enugu State Internal Revenue Service (ESIRS). With over 20 years of experience spanning FirstBank, Fidelity Bank, and the public sector, Mr. Ekene has mastered the art of internal control, compliance, and tech-driven governance. From pioneering RPA (Robotic Process Automation) initiatives to leading internal audit excellence, he’s redefining how technology powers accountability and innovation in government. This is more than a Meet & Greet — it’s a rare chance to learn from one of Enugu’s brightest minds driving transformation at the intersection of tech, finance, and governance. Don’t just hear about it — be there. Let’s keep growing the 042 Startup spirit! 🚀 #042Startups

This edition of the Meet & Greet features Mr. Samuel O. Imene, a powerhouse in IT Product Development and CEO of BlueTag Technologies Ltd. With almost two decades of experience building Edutech, HealthTech, Payment, ERP, and Transport solutions, Mr. Samuel has mastered the art of turning big ideas into scalable, efficient, and impactful tech products. If you’re passionate about startups, innovation, or just looking to network with Enugu’s finest minds in tech and business — this is where you need to be! Come ready to learn, share, and grow. Let’s keep building the next big wave out of 042! 💪

It’s about 96hrs to go for another powerful Meet & Greet session of the Enugu Tech & Startup community 🎉 Theme: Startups Preparedness for Fundraising in Southeast Nigeria Date: 26th October Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Venue: Cafe One, Enugu Come network, learn, laugh, and gain insights on what it really takes to raise funds as a founder in the Southeast. See you on Sunday!