GENTLEMEN'S THURSDAY | GAIA AFRICA on Glue Up

GAIA AFRICA

GAIA AFRICA is Africa’s premier private Business Club dedicated to serving Africa’s Decision Makers from diverse Industries, through specially curated activities, learning, partnerships; collaborations, advisory services, peer to peer mentoring, sponsorship and small group events.

The purpose of GAIA AFRICA is to increase members financial capacity, expand their social impact reach and contribute to closing the economic gender gap. Our Vision is To contribute to the socio-economic growth and transformation of Africa by empowering women to organise around the principles of female leadership and participation in business.

However, GAIA is more than a club for women. It is an organizing principle for female leadership which is the bedrock of sustainability for any social economy.

Our Honour Code: Mutual Trust | Integrity | Authenticity |

Event Details

Join us for an insightful evening at our monthly Gentlemen's Thursday with our esteemed guest speaker Foluso Phillips, Founder and Executive Chairman, The Phillips Group.

Theme: Thriving Against the Odds: Pragmatic Strategies for 2025

Thriving Against the Odds: Pragmatic Strategies for 2025" explores how individuals and organizations can navigate uncertainty and rise above challenges in a rapidly evolving landscape. As the world faces economic, technological, and environmental shifts, resilience and adaptability will be key to success. The strategies for 2025 will focus on leveraging innovation, embracing change, and making data-driven, mindful decisions. In an era marked by complexity and unpredictability, those who can pivot quickly, build strong networks, and operate with sustainability in mind will have the advantage. By blending agility with ethical practices, the goal will be to not just survive but thrive, turning challenges into opportunities for growth and lasting impact.

Date: Thursday, 17th April 2025

Time: 7:00 PM

Venue: The Haven GAIA AFRICA Clubhouse, 6A Agoro Odiyan Street, Victoria Island Lagos

This event is open to Members, their spouses, Male business partners, Clients and Friends of GAIA.

Expect a thought-provoking dialogue, actionable insights, and meaningful networking with a community of distinguished business leaders.

Registration is Mandatory to confirm your attendance. Secure your seat today and be part of this vital conversation.

Speakers

Foluso Phillips

Founder and Executive Chairman of The Phillips Group

Mr. Foluso Phillips (FOP) is a distinguished Industrial Economist and a Fellow of both
the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) in the United Kingdom and
the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN). With over 45 years of global
experience, his career spans financial and business operations management, enterprise
development, and macroeconomic policy formulation.
As the Executive Chairman and Founder of The Phillips Group - Phillips Consulting
Limited (pcl.), Mr. Phillips has built Nigeria's largest indigenous management consulting
firm, operating for 32 years with offices in Lagos, Abuja, and representation in South
Africa. pcl. is a recognized leader in providing professional people, technology, and
organizational transformation services. Additionally, he chairs its affiliates, Phillips
Outsourcing Limited (POL) and Phillips HMO (pHMO), extending his influence across
outsourcing and healthcare management.
Mr. Phillips plays pivotal roles in various capacities:
• Board Member and Former Chairman, Nigeria Economic Summit Group
(NESG): Advocating for private sector-driven policy and economic reform in
Nigeria.
• Chairman, Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria: Providing strategic direction to
one of the UK’s foremost banking institutions in Nigeria.
• Chairman, Primera Africa Group: Overseeing operations at a leading investment
and finance company.
• Advisory Board Chair, United Capital Infrastructure Fund: Guiding
infrastructure investment initiatives across Africa.
• Board Member, Flour Mills of Nigeria: Contributing to the strategic growth of
One of Nigeria’s leading Consumer Goods Companies.
• Advisory Board Chair, Yellow Brick Road: Supporting innovative marketing and
brand-building efforts.
• Board Chair, Chronicles Software Development Company: Steering
technology-driven solutions and innovation.
His philanthropic and non-governmental engagements include:
• Chairman, Sickle Cell Advocacy and Management Initiative (SAM Initiative).
• Director, Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN).
• Director, Special Olympics Nigeria.
• Board Member, Africa.com (a Pan-African digital news and communication
platform).
An accomplished public speaker, Mr. Phillips has delivered keynote addresses at
prominent business seminars, leadership conferences, and trade summits across Africa,
the USA, Europe, and Asia. His mentorship legacy includes guiding business leaders and
advising numerous small enterprises.
Mr. Phillips’ leadership vision and strategic insights have made him iconic in fostering
innovation, growth, and transformation in Nigeria and beyond.

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Foluso Phillips