If wine, warmth, and wisdom sound like your ideal Friday evening, then Marketing + Red Wine with Mr. Yan is where you need to be.

Set for June 28 in Maryland, Lagos, this exclusive gathering isn’t your typical networking event. It’s a curated experience where strategy meets soul, and branding meets genuine human connection. Designed for those who value quality over crowd, the event invites a select group of professionals, creatives, and entrepreneurs to share an evening of rich conversations, refined presence, and red wine.

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With a participation fee of ₦100,000, the experience is intentionally premium. Guests won’t just collect business cards, they’ll engage in meaningful dialogue, play thought-provoking branding games, and explore their personal and professional identities in an intimate, ambient setting. There are no panels or presentations. Just people, purpose, and presence.

Mr. Yan, a brand and marketing philosopher, brings a deeply intentional perspective to the table. For him, branding isn’t about popularity or performance—it’s about identity. It’s about how we show up in the world, what we stand for, and the impact we create. “To me, branding is spiritual,” he says. “It’s about clarity, meaning, and the ability to serve. People gather around brands the same way they gather around belief—because it reflects who they are and who they aspire to be.”

This philosophy was born early in his life. At just six years old, Mr. Yan rearranged pastries in his parents’ bakery to make them more visually appealing—a move that increased sales and earned him his first unofficial title in marketing. Decades later, that instinct has evolved into a lifelong mission to help others define, refine, and express their personal and brand identities with purpose.

The June 28 event features more than Mr. Yan. Flying in from Abuja is Temitope Ruth Jacob (TRJ), a branding expert known for blending elegance with insight. She will unpack the depth of personal and corporate branding. Bright Okere, MBA, will offer practical strategies on building a magnetic digital presence. And Greatesr, a team bonding specialist, will facilitate interactive experiences that activate real connection in the room.

Every element of Marketing + Red Wine is intentional, from the carefully selected guests to the warm lighting, soft jazz, and curated wine list. It’s the kind of night where startup ideas get sparked over laughter, and strategic partnerships begin with a toast.

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Hosted in partnership with EnterpriseCEO, the event will not be livestreamed or replayed. It’s for the few who already understand the value of showing up fully, with presence and intention.

So, if you’re tired of surface-level events and ready to immerse yourself in something deeper—something refined—this is your invitation. Limited seats. No distractions. Just you, your glass, and your next big idea.