GDG Lagos

Embrace the spirit of empowerment and change as we commemorate International Women’s Day under the theme “Impact the Future.” This special day is a testament to the resilience, achievements, and limitless potential of women worldwide.

As we reflect on the progress made, let’s recognize the women who have played pivotal roles in shaping history, breaking barriers, and challenging societal norms. International Women’s Day is not just a celebration but a call to action—a reminder that our collective efforts can and do create lasting impact.

This year’s theme, “Impact the Future,” urges us to look forward with purpose. It is an invitation to consider how we, as individuals and as a society, can contribute to a future that is more inclusive, equal, and just. Whether through advocacy, mentorship, or fostering environments that empower women, each action has the potential to shape the trajectory of generations to come.

Join us in honoring the diverse voices and experiences of women, acknowledging the progress we’ve made, and committing to the ongoing work required for a brighter, more equitable future. Let’s celebrate International Women’s Day with a shared dedication to creating a world where all women have the opportunity to thrive.

Agenda

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Hosted By

Femi TAIWO, GDG Lagos

CTO @ INITS LTD, Google Developer Expert [Cloud GDE], GDG Lagos Co-Organizer

Gbolahan Alli, GDG Lagos

Gbolahan Alli is an accomplished IT professional with a wealth of experience in delivering software solutions that meet critical business needs. With expertise in both individual contributor and leadership roles, Gbolahan has honed his skills in building scalable software solutions while leading cross-functional teams across multiple time zones.

As a certified Scrum Master and Agile methodologies enthusiast, Gbolahan has a passion for identifying inefficiencies in software development lifecycles and processes, optimizing delivery, and scaling business impact. He is adept at leveraging Scrum to drive high-performing teams and deliver value to stakeholders.

In addition to his technical acumen, Gbolahan is passionate about system design, blockchain, distributed systems, and UX. He loves engaging in discussions on these topics and is always looking to broaden his knowledge.

Jesudetan Onasanya, Design Lead

Onasanya Jesudetan is a Creative Architect with several years of experience in Marketing, Product Design; Management, Website Management, UI/UX Design, Interaction Design, and Brand Consulting.

He has gathered his wealth of experience from working on several projects across Africa and the UK; Some of his notable projects cuts across several industries and markets including E-commerce, Fashion Retail, Healthcare, and Financial Services for brands such as MallforAfrica, DHL Africa eShop, Interswitch, SheLeadsAfrica, Oldmutual to mention a few.

Before his current role at Link Commerce as a Marketing Consultant, he created meaningful experiences through design and evolved into a Certified Digital Product Manager who successfully executes UI design projects from usability case studies, wireframes, and prototypes to a fully functional web application. He has also worked with at least 15 SMEs to build digitally sustainable businesses over the last three years.

As a seasoned UI/UX Designer, he is passionate about using human-centered design certified by IDEO to create meaningful products, experiences, and services – through tech.

He is also the Creative Director at Jaydee Cassidy, a design-tech innovation hub that equips creatives with digital and creative skills to produce content and marketing solutions for individuals and enterprise companies.

Karen Chukwu, Legal & Partnerships

Maryann Onuoha, Women Techmakers Community Lead

Content Marketer.

Oluwaseyi Ajadi, Cybersecurity Community Lead

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