Women in advertising to meet

The Association of Advertising Agencies of Nigeria (AAAN) and the Committee on Women In Advertising will on Thursday in Lagos hold the maiden edition of Women in Advertisng Annual Cocktail.

One of the objectives of the event is to transform female practitioners across Marketing Communications (Marcoms) industry into outstanding leaders, who can contribute broadly to their firm’s success.

The event will also create a platform to interact and provide professional guidance to female practitioners.

President of the Association Mr. Ikechi Odigbo noted that the Association values the distinct nature of women and their unique ability to influence, strengthen and elevate the advertising practice.

He added that the Association woud continue to facilitate and promote equality and opportunity for women in the industry.

Chairman of the Committee on Women in Advertising Mrs. Tope Jemerigbe said the event will further encourage networking and growth of participants.

The theme of the Cocktail is ‘Growing Female Chief Executives.’