The Iconic Leadership Conference 2026
Theme: Positioning for Influence, Leadership and Business Growth
ILC?
The Iconic Leadership Conference (ILC) is TIBA's annual flagship event designed to convene African professionals, leaders, entrepreneurs, and organisations for high-level conversations on leadership, influence, and global relevance.
The Conference serves as a strategic platform for thought leadership, capacity building, and cross-sector collaboration — bringing together leaders from the private sector, public sector, academia, and the development space.
ILC is not just an event. It is curated to address Africa's most pressing leadership challenges through the lens of branding, influence and business growth, equipping participants with practical frameworks, tools, and insights for personal, organisational, and societal impact.
Leadership excellence and professional growth
Influence, personal brand, and executive presence
Innovation, strategy, and organisational performance
Global relevance and future-ready leadership
Three Experiences.
Saturday, 14 November 2026
The Iconic Circle Breakfast
An exclusive, closed-door leadership gathering for senior executives, industry leaders, board members, and high-impact professionals seeking strategic conversations and intimate peer-level engagement.
The Iconic Leadership Conference
Keynote sessions, panel discussions, and leadership roundtables featuring global leaders, industry executives, and thought leaders driving conversations on leadership, influence, and business growth in Africa.
TIBA Excellence Awards Gala Dinner
A prestigious celebration recognising outstanding individuals and organisations who exemplify excellence, impact, innovation, and influence — spotlighting those shaping Africa's future.
Choose Your Experience
Every ticket is a gateway to knowledge, access, and influence. Select the experience that matches your ambition.
VVIP Ticket
- Full access to The Iconic Circle Breakfast — INVITE ONLY (exclusive executives & leaders roundtable)
- Full access to The Iconic Leadership Conference
- Exclusive VVIP entry to the Awards Gala Dinner
- VIP Red Carpet Experience
- Five (5) professionally edited photos & one (1) highlight video
- TIBA Executive Customised Gift Pack, conference materials & resources
- Exclusive access to International Guests, Global Leaders & Keynote Speakers
- Complimentary ticket for one Personal Assistant or Content Creator
- 50% discount on additional TIBA tickets for family and friends
- Internationally accredited Certificate of Participation (ACTD, USA)
VIP Ticket
- Full access to The Iconic Circle Breakfast — INVITE ONLY
- Full access to The Iconic Leadership Conference
- VIP Red Carpet Experience
- Full access to Awards Gala Dinner
- Priority seating & access to VIP networking sessions
- TIBA Executive Customised Gift Pack, conference materials & resources
- Internationally accredited Certificate of Participation (ACTD, USA)
Executive Ticket
- Full access to The Iconic Leadership Conference
- Access to all keynote sessions and panels
- Standard seating
- Conference materials and resources
- Networking opportunities
The Iconic Circle Breakfast
The Iconic Circle Breakfast is an exclusive, closed-door, premium networking experience designed to convene senior executives, industry leaders, partners, board members, and high-impact professionals.
Unlike large conferences, the Iconic Circle Breakfast is intentionally curated to create an intimate environment for strategic conversations, meaningful connections, and peer-level engagement around leadership, influence, legacy, and Africa's future.
- Foster high-level relationship building
- Enable authentic dialogue and collaboration
- Facilitate mentorship and peer learning
- Connect decision-makers across sectors
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Venue: Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria
Format: Closed-door · Invite only
Ticket: $150 per person