Staying Ahead: Lagos Leather Fair 2023 Explores Commitment to African Leather Industry Growth

LLF2023 promises a series of engaging conversations, masterclasses, and well-curated workshops tailored to the African leather industry. Esteemed speakers will share insights on pivotal topics, while workshops will focus on shoemaking techniques, growth strategies, and effective marketing utilizing social media platforms

Lagos Leather Fair, the premier platform dedicated to showcasing leather designers and promoting the potential value of the leather industry in Nigeria and Africa, has announced the highly anticipated launch of its 2023 edition.

Celebrating its sixth year, the event continues to lead the charge in uncovering untapped opportunities within the Nigerian leather ecosystem and across the continent.

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Themed “Staying Ahead: Creativity, Collaboration and Commitment,” this year’s Lagos Leather Fair will span two days, taking place from the 17th to 18th of June at the prestigious Balmoral Convention Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos.

The event will unite indigenous brands, emerging and established designers, as well as international brands, all gathering to showcase their products and services to a discerning audience.

Excitingly, Lagos Leather Fair 2023 will introduce the LLF Accelerator Programme, a transformative mentoring, design, and development initiative. Six handpicked leather brands, three specializing in footwear and three in handbags, will have the opportunity to refine their skills, gain invaluable industry knowledge, and fortify their capabilities with the guidance of seasoned entrepreneurs.

Femi Olayebi, the visionary founder of Lagos Leather Fair, commented on the announcement of LLF2023, stating, “The annual celebration of Lagos Leather Fair is a testament to our unwavering commitment to finding sustainable solutions that elevate the African leather industry and bring the Made-in-Nigeria Project and Zero-Oil Initiative to fruition.

Over the past five years, we have cultivated an enabling environment for key stakeholders to harness the potential of the leather industry. We are thrilled about LLF2023 and its potential impact on Nigeria and throughout Africa.”

LLF2023 promises a series of engaging conversations, masterclasses, and well-curated workshops tailored to the African leather industry. Esteemed speakers will share insights on pivotal topics, while workshops will focus on shoemaking techniques, growth strategies, and effective marketing utilizing social media platforms.

Moreover, a unique workshop titled “Cracking Global Markets: How African Brands Can Go from Local to Global” will be held exclusively for a select group of twenty-five brands, facilitated by an international fashion and retail consultancy.

Pitch-A-LeatherBiz, an exciting pitching session, will provide individual brands with the opportunity to present their business ideas to prospective investors and an enthusiastic audience. Additionally, Lagos Leather Fair will debut the LLF Awards, aimed at recognizing excellence, innovation, and outstanding achievements in the realm of leather design.

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Over the past six years, Lagos Leather Fair has made a significant impact on the Nigerian leather industry, the third largest in Africa following South Africa and Ethiopia. Through its engaging conversations, creative workshops, product exhibitions, and runway presentations, the platform continues to empower and uplift relevant stakeholders.

In 2022, LLF celebrated its fifth anniversary, marking a transformative journey and immense influence on the African leather industry. The Fair showcased its adaptability by introducing LLF Digital, West Africa’s first-ever digital leather exhibition in 2020, leveraging growing cross-border connections and expanding the platform for participating brands.

Lagos Leather Fair remains resolute in its commitment to providing a solution-driven platform for leather designers and all stakeholders along the leather value chain in Nigeria and across the African continent. The 2023 edition promises to amplify opportunities and foster growth within the dynamic world of African leather.