Finding X
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In the spirit of discovering and spreading ideas, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TED Talks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized. (Subject to certain rules and regulations.)
Our event, TEDxAnthony, is the convergence point for diverse ideas. On that day, TED Talks video and live speakers will combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group.
How do we navigate economic shifts? How do we bridge the gap between tradition and innovation?
At TEDxAnthony, we believe the answers (the X) are found when people from different paths collide. Join us for a day of radical optimism and strategic discovery.
What happens when you stop fearing the unknown and start mapping it?
"Finding X: Navigating the Unknown," is a call to action for the curious. We are moving beyond the status quo to explore the variables that will define the next decade.
Don't just watch the future unfold. Come find the X factor that changes everything.
Emeka 'Ajebo' Erem is an award-winning Nigerian stand-up comedian, animator, and entrepreneur. He is best known as the founder and CEO of House of Ajebo, an animation studio that created the viral character Tegwolo.
Before becoming an animation mogul, Erem Emeka Nehemiah was a standout on the Nigerian stand-up circuit, having won the AY Open Mic Challenge in 2008, the City People Entertainment Awards in 2014, and several other nominations.
Emeka 'Ajebo' Erem is an award-winning Nigerian stand-up comedian, animator, and entrepreneur. He is best known as the founder and CEO of House of Ajebo, an animation studio that created the viral character Tegwolo.
Before becoming an animation mogul, Erem Emeka Nehemiah was a standout on the Nigerian stand-up circuit, having won the AY Open Mic Challenge in 2008, the City People Entertainment Awards in 2014, and several other nominations.
Oluchi “Tobex” Tobe-Chukwu is a highly respected Nigerian sports media professional, football administrator, and women’s football advocate.
Popularly known as Tobex, she is the Chief Football Writer & Executive Director of TobexMediaServices, a platform committed to quality football journalism, strategic sports communication, and media services.
She is the immediate past vice chairman of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Lagos Chapter, and a Fellow of SWAN, with a distinction of being the longest-serving Media Manager of the Super Falcons of Nigeria, where she played a crucial role in projecting the most successful women's national team in Africa globally. She was top-notch as the Super Falcons Spokesperson covering major tournaments and matches in the United States, Canada, Turkey, Mexico, Japan, Austria, the Women's African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, the FIFA Women's World Cup co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand, South Africa and other matches across the globe.
She handled the role with a high level of professionalism and dedication until after the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Her work has played a significant role in shaping the global media image of Nigeria’s Women’s national team.
She also holds the position of Public Relations Officer of the Nigerian Ex-International and Professional Women's Football Association.
She is currently the Chief of Staff to Ms Aisha Falode, an executive board member of the Nigerian Football Federation and a member of the FIFA Media and Communications Committee.
Oluchi is also a Certified Security Specialist (CSS), a step fueled by safety concerns of fans and security in football stadiums. She has attended FIFA workshops in New Zealand, CAF Seminars in Cairo (Egypt), Rabat, and Casablanca in Morocco.
Oluchi “Tobex” Tobe-Chukwu is a highly respected Nigerian sports media professional, football administrator, and women’s football advocate.
Popularly known as Tobex, she is the Chief Football Writer & Executive Director of TobexMediaServices, a platform committed to quality football journalism, strategic sports communication, and media services.
She is the immediate past vice chairman of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Lagos Chapter, and a Fellow of SWAN, with a distinction of being the longest-serving Media Manager of the Super Falcons of Nigeria, where she played a crucial role in projecting the most successful women's national team in Africa globally. She was top-notch as the Super Falcons Spokesperson covering major tournaments and matches in the United States, Canada, Turkey, Mexico, Japan, Austria, the Women's African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, the FIFA Women's World Cup co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand, South Africa and other matches across the globe.
She handled the role with a high level of professionalism and dedication until after the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Her work has played a significant role in shaping the global media image of Nigeria’s Women’s national team.
She also holds the position of Public Relations Officer of the Nigerian Ex-International and Professional Women's Football Association.
She is currently the Chief of Staff to Ms Aisha Falode, an executive board member of the Nigerian Football Federation and a member of the FIFA Media and Communications Committee.
Oluchi is also a Certified Security Specialist (CSS), a step fueled by safety concerns of fans and security in football stadiums. She has attended FIFA workshops in New Zealand, CAF Seminars in Cairo (Egypt), Rabat, and Casablanca in Morocco.
Damilola Oguntunde is a CEO of Harde Business School, Senior Pastor of the PowerPoint Tribe, Author, and Life Coach with a mission to inspire and transform lives.
Damilola Oguntunde is a CEO of Harde Business School, Senior Pastor of the PowerPoint Tribe, Author, and Life Coach with a mission to inspire and transform lives.
Cossi Achille AROUKO is a Beninese entrepreneur and computer scientist who co-founded the fintech startup Bujeti (YC W32).
The tech entrepreneur has previously co-founded OyaPay (a fintech company), and Skylar Labs, which helps SMEs build their cross-platform chatbots to engage clients.
He entered the professional world as a software developer and has had experiences previously at Paystack as a senior software engineer before becoming the tech lead.
Cossi Achille AROUKO is a Beninese entrepreneur and computer scientist who co-founded the fintech startup Bujeti (YC W32).
The tech entrepreneur has previously co-founded OyaPay (a fintech company), and Skylar Labs, which helps SMEs build their cross-platform chatbots to engage clients.
He entered the professional world as a software developer and has had experiences previously at Paystack as a senior software engineer before becoming the tech lead.
Zinat Raji serves as the Head of Strategy and Chief of Staff at Shell Energy (Daystar), focusing on strategic and operational support, as well as leading various teams to enhance financial performance and operational efficiency. In addition, Zinat has held the position of Head of Strategic Projects at M-KOPA, and Chief of Staff at Daystar Power Group.
Zinat Raji serves as the Head of Strategy and Chief of Staff at Shell Energy (Daystar), focusing on strategic and operational support, as well as leading various teams to enhance financial performance and operational efficiency. In addition, Zinat has held the position of Head of Strategic Projects at M-KOPA, and Chief of Staff at Daystar Power Group.
Kayode Bolaji is a renowned international peace and security expert, trauma counsellor, policy strategist, and development practitioner. Training Partner, United Nations Institute for Training and Research , Course Director, Nigerian Army Resource Centre Consultant, Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution Secretary, National Stakeholders Committee on Peaceful Elections.
Course Director, Nigerian Defence Academy, Consultant on Human Security, National Orientation Agency
Kayode Bolaji is a renowned international peace and security expert, trauma counsellor, policy strategist, and development practitioner. Training Partner, United Nations Institute for Training and Research , Course Director, Nigerian Army Resource Centre Consultant, Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution Secretary, National Stakeholders Committee on Peaceful Elections.
Course Director, Nigerian Defence Academy, Consultant on Human Security, National Orientation Agency
Director & Consulting Producer.
Executive Producer of The Yard, Chetam, Diiche, Itura, Riona, Ajoche. Founder of Feemo Vision LTD.
Director & Consulting Producer.
Executive Producer of The Yard, Chetam, Diiche, Itura, Riona, Ajoche. Founder of Feemo Vision LTD.
Osaretin Okao, widely known as "The Food Biz Doctor," is a prominent Nigerian hospitality consultant and business coach specializing in the food industry. She is the Managing Director of Food Bizz Support Services, a consultancy firm that provides strategic business development, waste minimization, and profit optimization solutions for food entrepreneurs (foodpreneurs).
She is also a certified health coach and a member of the Institute of Hospitality and the Royal Society for Public Health.
Osaretin Okao, widely known as "The Food Biz Doctor," is a prominent Nigerian hospitality consultant and business coach specializing in the food industry. She is the Managing Director of Food Bizz Support Services, a consultancy firm that provides strategic business development, waste minimization, and profit optimization solutions for food entrepreneurs (foodpreneurs).
She is also a certified health coach and a member of the Institute of Hospitality and the Royal Society for Public Health.
Ifedy Ralph Eze, Esq. is a prominent Nigerian ecosystem builder, business strategist, and trained lawyer who serves as the Managing Director of the Founder Institute (FI) Lagos.
He led the chapter to win "Incubator/Accelerator Program of the Year" at the Art of Technology (AOT) Lagos awards for two consecutive years (2023 and 2024).
Through platforms like IDEA Africa, Innovation Support Network (ISN), he remains a dedicated mentor to young professionals, having done so for the Government of Abia's Innovation program and Ekiti State’s economic empowerment programs, and various leadership institutes.
He played a instrumental role in facilitating a $300 million investment partnership, connecting Nigerian innovators to large-scale global capital.
Ifedy Ralph Eze, Esq. is a prominent Nigerian ecosystem builder, business strategist, and trained lawyer who serves as the Managing Director of the Founder Institute (FI) Lagos.
He led the chapter to win "Incubator/Accelerator Program of the Year" at the Art of Technology (AOT) Lagos awards for two consecutive years (2023 and 2024).
Through platforms like IDEA Africa, Innovation Support Network (ISN), he remains a dedicated mentor to young professionals, having done so for the Government of Abia's Innovation program and Ekiti State’s economic empowerment programs, and various leadership institutes.
He played a instrumental role in facilitating a $300 million investment partnership, connecting Nigerian innovators to large-scale global capital.
Nneka Jethro-Iruobe believes that employees deserve and can learn to be HAPPY at work if you master managing your manager and multiplying your money. As the Happy Employee Coach, she believes only happy employees can lead companies to achieving the highest levels of personal productivity & profitability.
Nneka is an expert HR Professional & she’s enjoyed her work and career of over 17 years in some of the most challenging environments and has thrived.
She wrote the books WHY YOUR BOSS PREFERS YOUR COLLEAGUE, WHO YOU SHOULD KNOW TO SUCCEED AT WORK & WHO IS USING YOUR SALARY to show employees the universal secrets to being happy at work & maximising salaries.
Nneka is happily married (a product of office romance) and combines marriage, motherhood, ministry and money-making in this adventurous journey of life. She is the author of the Best-selling Finditbiblegames (books and mats of Bible-based puzzles) with over 10,000 copies sold.
She shares the universal principles to being happy at work via seminars, webinars, and at company events because employees' mental well-being is critical to family life & national productivity.
Nneka Jethro-Iruobe believes that employees deserve and can learn to be HAPPY at work if you master managing your manager and multiplying your money. As the Happy Employee Coach, she believes only happy employees can lead companies to achieving the highest levels of personal productivity & profitability.
Nneka is an expert HR Professional & she’s enjoyed her work and career of over 17 years in some of the most challenging environments and has thrived.
She wrote the books WHY YOUR BOSS PREFERS YOUR COLLEAGUE, WHO YOU SHOULD KNOW TO SUCCEED AT WORK & WHO IS USING YOUR SALARY to show employees the universal secrets to being happy at work & maximising salaries.
Nneka is happily married (a product of office romance) and combines marriage, motherhood, ministry and money-making in this adventurous journey of life. She is the author of the Best-selling Finditbiblegames (books and mats of Bible-based puzzles) with over 10,000 copies sold.
She shares the universal principles to being happy at work via seminars, webinars, and at company events because employees' mental well-being is critical to family life & national productivity.
