Building Beyond You Conference
Empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs and leaders
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Building Beyond You
By
Tara Fela Durotoye
Building Beyond You is a conference for African founders and entrepreneurs who are ready to evolve from being the engine of their business to building one that runs with or without them.
The Building Beyond You Conference exists to raise, spotlight, and celebrate leaders who build sustainable legacies, organizations, and brands that thrive beyond them — empowering them to move from personal success to generational significance.
Whether you’re in the growth stage, where everything still depends on you, where your name drives the brand, your hands are in every operation, and the business slows when you take a break or in the maturity stage, where the business is stable but you’re now seeking to institutionalize your brand, this conference is for you.
This isn’t just for those looking to exit. It’s for entrepreneurs who want to build companies with backbone. With systems. With teams and operations that can function, grow, and scale without them in every room.
At this conference, you’ll learn how to:
• Build structures that reduce founder-reliance
• Design operations that empower your team
• Navigate business transitions with clarity
• Scale with sustainability and strategy
• Draw lessons from real-life examples like House of Tara’s evolution from founder-led to institution-led
This is not about stepping away. It’s about stepping up to leadership. To structure. To legacy. To building a business that thrives BEYOND YOU.
Event details
Friday, 25th September 2026
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Eko Hotel & Suites
2,500+ Founders and Entrepreneurs
is offering a 15% discount to all Building Beyond You 2026 Conference participants. Register Now
is offering a 15% discount to all Building Beyond You 2026 Conference participants. Register Now
is offering a 15% discount to all Building Beyond You 2026 Conference participants. Register Now
is offering a 15% discount to all Building Beyond You 2026 Conference participants. Register Now
is offering a 15% discount to all Building Beyond You 2026 Conference participants. Register Now
is offering a 15% discount to all Building Beyond You 2026 Conference participants. Register Now
Register for 2026 Conference
Explore our 4 categories
VVIP Ticket
₦500,000
Early bird
₦1,000,000
non-refundable
SOLD OUT
Exclusive Benefits:
Premier Front-Row Seating
Exclusive access to the ‘Legacy Circle’ gathering the preconference morning event with Tara Fela-Durotoye (8 AM – 9:30 AM)
Curated VVIP Gift Collection, including an autographed copy of Building Beyond You by Tara Fela-Durotoye
Special Buffet/Q&A with TFD
The VVIP Leadership Lounge
A portrait session with Tara or a commemorative photo with the speakers
VVIP Honour Roll Recognition
Exclusive access to a quarterly virtual strategy and accountability session facilitated by Tara Fela-Durotoye and selected experts following the conference.
Custom name tag, branded writing materials, conference resources prepared specifically for you and delivery of Personalised tag/writing materials
Priority Registration & Concierge Experience
Exclusive entrance and exit
VIP Ticket
₦300,000
Early bird
₦450,000
non-refundable
Early bird ends on the 25th of August.
14 seats left
Special Benefits:
Priority Reserved seating directly behind the VVIP section.
Exclusive access to the ‘Legacy Circle’ gathering morning preconference networking event with Tara Fela-Durotoye and keynote speakers (8 AM – 9:30 AM)
Leadership Networking Experience
Curated Conference Gift Bag with selected partner products
Digital certificate of participation
The Building Beyond You Structure Workbook
Hosted Lunch Experience with fellow VIP guests
Exclusive Professional Headshot Session
Replay
₦25,000
Benefit:
Conference Replay
Register for 2026 Conference
Early bird tickets available.
Regular
₦100,000
Early bird
₦50,000
non-refundable
Early bird ends on the 25th of August.
SOLD OUT
Standard Benefits:
Full-day access to the main conference sessions
Entry into the House of Tara Product Exhibition & Legacy Showcase
Conference program booklet and writing materials
Access to general networking areas
Participation in interactive sessions and Q&A
Light refreshments
General
₦80,000
Early bird
₦150,000
non-refundable
Early bird ends on the 25th of August.
Benefits:
Priority seating behind VIP
Access to all main conference sessions
Conference program booklet and writing materials
Light refreshment
Digital Certificate of Participation
Access to keynote presentations and panel discussions
Dream Team Bundle - Group of 5
₦300,000
Early bird
₦300,000
non-refundable
SOLD OUT
Early bird ends on the 25th of August.
Dream Team Bundle – (5) General Admission tickets for just ₦300,000. Bring Your Squad & Grow Together
Unlock growth, connection, and collaboration with the Dream Team Bundle
This special bundle is perfect for:
Co-founders building together
Small business teams scaling up
Friends who want to grow side by side
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Download Building Beyond You Post Conference Masterclass Workbook For Free
Continue your growth journey with the Building Beyond You Masterclass Workbook, a practical guide to transforming insights into systems that empower your business to thrive without you.
Featured Speakers
Mr Atedo Peterside
Founder Stanbic IBTC
Mrs Ibukun Awosika
Entrepreneur, Global Culture Shaper
Mr Fela Durotoye
Founder GEMSTONE Group
Salem King
Creator/Storyteller
Mrs Yewande Zaccheaus
Founder/Chairman Eventful limited
Goke Balogun
Co-founder So Fresh
Abiola Flow (Abiola Adediran)
Founder Midridge International
Fisayo Beecroft
MD, Eventful Limited
Joycee Awosika
Founder, Oriki Group
Stephanie Obi
Founder, Knowledge is the New Gold
Tayo Osiyemi
DMD, SKLD Integrated
Ayo Anibaba
DMD Sweet Sensation
Tolulope Olumide
Executive Director Funtuna Agro
Morayo Afolabi-Brown
Managing Director TVC Entertainment Channel
Tara Fela-Durotoye
Founder, House of Tara
SPONSORS
PARTNERS
MEDIA PARTNERS
Building Beyond You Individual Partner Package
N1,000,000 and above.
Empower the Next Generation of African Entrepreneurs by joining our Legacy Circle and make a meaningful impact.
Learn more about this opportunity and how you can partner with us by sending us an email for more information at partnerships@buildingbeyondyouinstitute.com