There’s an interesting mix of events coming up this week. If you happen to be in Lagos or Abuja around this time, check them out and save the date.
DrinkEntrepreneurs
DrinkEntrepreneurs is a new discussion forum for entrepreneurs, startupers, techies – and non techies – and any and all stakeholders in the Lagos tech scene.
The topic of discussion is “Impact of Location on Businesses” [maybe we can finally understand why everyone wants their office on the island]. This is the first edition of the event in Nigeria so Entrepreneurs, show up!
Venue: Rhapsody’s Terrace and Lounge, Ikeja
Date: 29th January 2015
Time: 7pm till 10 pm
Pre-register your attendance here or or do it at the venue. Registration is free, and the drinks too, afterall it all starts over a drink!
DevParapo: Which Geeks? Talent and the Future of Tech In Nigeria
Developers, Tech Entrepreneurs and Tech Enthusiasts are invited to January’s edition of Developers Parapo draws panelists from Inits, Konga (TBC), Traclist, Socketworks (TBC) and Andela to share insights into how they have stayed competitive despite the challenges of growing the local tech ecosystem and attracting and finding the right tech talent to bolster team capabilities.
There will be plenty to eat and drink while enjoying the ambiance that the CcHUB rooftop provides.
Date – Friday, January 30, 2015
Time – 5.30pm – 8:00pm
Venue – CcHub, 294 Herbert Macaulay Way, Sabo, Yaba
You can preregister for the event – or not. It’s free, either ways.
Tech Happy Hour
If you’re a member of the Yaba tech community, well there’s Lots of drinks, tech talk and mingling with other members of the Yaba tech community for you this week. Wear your company’s branded Tshirts, bring business cards and have fun.
Date – Friday, January 30, 2015
Time – 5/6pm
Venue – Ez Wash ‘n’ Dry, 1st Floor E-centre (Ozone), Yaba
Either event would be a fantastic, enlightening experience. So go out!