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The Business Lunch is where Nigerian business professionals connect, collaborate, & close deals over delicious meals in a relaxed atmosphere while building lasting partnerships.

A few years ago, Chioma, a small business owner, struggled with marketing her handmade skincare products online. She kne...
11/03/2025

A few years ago, Chioma, a small business owner, struggled with marketing her handmade skincare products online. She knew that video content could boost her brand’s visibility, but hiring a professional production team was way beyond her budget. She tried creating videos on her phone, but they didn’t look polished enough to attract customers. Frustrated, she almost gave up until she discovered some AI-powered video tools. With just a few clicks, she could now generate scripts, edit videos, and even add voiceovers, all without breaking the bank. Today, Chioma’s business thrives because she embraced the power of AI in video content creation.

Imagine being able to create high-quality video content without hiring a professional team, spending a fortune, or struggling with complex software. For many small business owners like Chioma, video production used to be an overwhelming challenge. But thanks to AI-powered content creation, even those with no prior experience can now produce professional-grade videos effortlessly.

In a recent webinar, Kenneth Horsfall , shared invaluable insights into how AI is transforming video marketing. He highlighted the biggest challenges small businesses face - budget constraints, lack of technical skills, and limited time - and explained how AI tools can bridge the gap between creativity and affordability.

With AI-driven solutions, small businesses can now create high-quality engaging video content without the need for expensive equipment or advanced editing skills. Here are some of the top AI tools making this possible:
- Scripting & Idea Generation: ChatGPT, Jasper, Copy.ai
- Research tools: Google trends, BuzzSumo
- Video Editing tools: Magisto, InVideo, Adobe Premiere Pro’s AI, Capcut
- ‎Voice Over tools: Eleven Labs, Murf, Lovo

Gone are the days when only big brands with deep pockets could produce professional marketing videos. AI now empower small businesses to compete on a larger scale helping them improve brand visibility, engagement, and conversions. From scripting and editing to voiceovers and content strategy, AI has made video marketing faster, more affordable, and incredibly efficient.

If you’ve been struggling to create video content for your business, now is the time to embrace AI.

Our exclusive Premium group will be having its first webinar for the year. A representative of Stanbic IBTC, Mr. Joshua,...
28/01/2025

Our exclusive Premium group will be having its first webinar for the year.

A representative of Stanbic IBTC, Mr. Joshua, will take the group on a deeper dive into the Stanbic IBTC Pension Scheme and Education Plan Investment Policy on the 1st of February.

Date: Saturday, 1st February 2025
Time: 6 pm - 7 pm
Venue: Zoom

A one-hour webinar towards financial planning, financial investment and financial security.

The Business Lunch Club is out to bring unmissable opportunities to its valued members this year!

We are ready for 2025 😎.

Are you?

The second webinar for The Business Lunch Club is happening this Sunday!Date: Sunday, 2nd February Time: 8 pmVenue: Zoom...
28/01/2025

The second webinar for The Business Lunch Club is happening this Sunday!

Date: Sunday, 2nd February
Time: 8 pm
Venue: Zoom

One of our own, Iderikumo Okara , will take a deep dive into Offline Marketing & Networking.

Offline Marketing & Networking focuses on building meaningful connections and driving business growth through face-to-face interactions, events, and other traditional marketing strategies. These tactics remain powerful for creating trust, establishing lasting relationships, and tapping into opportunities that online (and digital) efforts may miss.

This webinar will explore proven offline strategies and practical tips to help one expand one's network and elevate one's business.

We are getting ready!

We kicked Off 2025 with game-changing Insights!Our first webinar of the year held on Sunday, 19th January, setting an el...
20/01/2025

We kicked Off 2025 with game-changing Insights!

Our first webinar of the year held on Sunday, 19th January, setting an electrifying tone for 2025! The focus was on Email Marketing and Lead Generation for Business Growth, two powerhouse strategies that can transform your business from the ground up.

Let’s dive into some of the highlights that were shared by our trainer Ugochukwu Nkwocha:

- Email Marketing isn’t just about sending emails—it’s your gateway to running promotional campaigns, offering irresistible discounts, nurturing leads into lifelong customers, and boosting customer retention like never before. Imagine turning every inbox into an opportunity!

- The Market Segments we explored were informative, here they are:

A. The Solution Aware Segment knows what they want but needs a nudge to buy. They constitute 3% of the market.

B. The Problem Aware Segment knows their pain points and is hunting for solutions. This presents an opportunity for businesses to offer tailored solutions. They make up 7% of the market.

C. The Problem Unaware Segment doesn’t even realize they have a problem. Here lies the massive potential to educate, inform, and convert. This is where the large chunk/percentage of the market! About 90% of customers know their symptoms but don't know the problems they have!

To tap into these segments, businesses must craft targeted marketing messages, build landing pages with opt-in forms, and deploy email sequences to nurture leads and drive conversions.

The secret?

Effective marketing that involves educating these segments, creating awareness of the problems, and presenting your business as the solution.

You can significantly enhance your business’s reach, engagement, and profitability by mastering these strategies.

We are officially 6 months old!!!In just half a year, The Business Lunch has achieved:- Over 120 attendances- Hosted 3 s...
21/06/2024

We are officially 6 months old!!!

In just half a year, The Business Lunch has achieved:
- Over 120 attendances
- Hosted 3 special guest speakers
- Formed partnerships and collaborations
- And much more!

On Tuesday, June 17th, we were honoured to host Mr. Erasmus Elechi Chukunda, the Director General of the Port Harcourt Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (PHCCIMA). The energy, insights, and connections shared were truly inspiring.

Mr. Erasmus opened our eyes to the remarkable resources and advocacy that PHCCIMA offers to empower local businesses. He highlighted opportunities for growth through partnerships, access to funding, and crucial information. Mr. Erasmus also extended an invitation to the 2024 PHCCIMA World MSME Day on June 27th.

These are the opportunities that The Business Lunch provides to ensure our community members receive the support and information they need for business growth.

Join us on July 23rd for our 7th edition!

At TBL, we don’t just meet; we dine and we gain explosive information.


Once again, we gathered for our 5th business lunch.The month of May hosted a special guest Mr. Nari Batubo, CEO of Cobbs...
21/06/2024

Once again, we gathered for our 5th business lunch.

The month of May hosted a special guest Mr. Nari Batubo, CEO of Cobbs Engineering Limited. He shared his inspiring business journey, insights into opportunities in the Oil and Gas sector, and emphasized the importance and power of belonging to business associations.

We are excited to announce that our next meeting will feature a representative from a key industry in Port Harcourt. He will enlighten us and provide a pathway to becoming members of the organization.

The Business Lunch keeps getting better and better!


Surprise! Surprise!!We held The Business Lunch 4.0 with our first-ever special guest, Alex Ndudi Enebeli, who shared his...
21/06/2024

Surprise! Surprise!!

We held The Business Lunch 4.0 with our first-ever special guest, Alex Ndudi Enebeli, who shared his extensive experience from decades of running multiple businesses. Alex is the National President of the Institute of Strategic Management and a visiting lecturer at both Lagos Business School and Garden City Premier Business School.

Moving forward, we will feature carefully selected special guests who are notable business owners or managers across various sectors of the economy.

This month we took a break from work and business to enjoy good food, soothing background music, and learn from Mr. Alex. We also engaged in insightful conversations, exchanged ideas, shared opportunities, and made new friends.

Mixing business with pleasure makes every deal sweeter! This is how we unwind and socialize each month.TBL 3.0 was deepl...
21/06/2024

Mixing business with pleasure makes every deal sweeter! This is how we unwind and socialize each month.

TBL 3.0 was deeply enriched with lively conversations as members shared their aspirations, business and career goals. They gained incredible insights, tips, and strategies to navigate life and business.

Whatever your business goal is, strive to be a part of strategic communities, as thriving businesses are often rooted in strong networks.


The Business Lunch 2.0!We gathered, dined, and enjoyed a wonderful time, forging connections while unwinding from the pr...
21/06/2024

The Business Lunch 2.0!

We gathered, dined, and enjoyed a wonderful time, forging connections while unwinding from the pressures of entrepreneurship.

An initiative by Your Co-Traveler and Jimmy Whyte, The Business Lunch is where business professionals come together to build lasting partnerships.

We convened again in March!



The maiden edition of The Business Lunch Port Harcourt chapter took place at 'Boardroom by Afor Market'. It brought toge...
21/06/2024

The maiden edition of The Business Lunch Port Harcourt chapter took place at 'Boardroom by Afor Market'. It brought together like-minded professionals dedicated to enhancing their networking skills, building social capital, leveraging connections, sharing opportunities, exchanging ideas, and supporting one another.

Attendees enjoyed a captivating atmosphere, with cozy seating arrangements, ambient lighting, and soothing background music, all while indulging in delicious delicacies.

We met again on Tuesday, 27th February, for an intriguing experience!



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