Wema Bank/Lagos Leather Fair (LLF) Accelerator Program 2024

The LLF Accelerator is a programme dedicated to empowering and propelling the growth of leather designers and entrepreneurs in an effort to foster innovation, business development and industry expertise. Through the programme, emerging leather brands will gain access to resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities.

The curriculum will be tailored to cover crucial aspects of the industry, including product design, manufacturing, branding, marketing, and e-commerce strategies. It will also feature guidance and mentorship from industry experts. Through strategic partnerships and collaborations, the programme will also facilitate access to funding opportunities, marketplaces, and distribution channels.

• Table of Content
• About Wema Bank
• LLF Accelerator Program
• Aim and Benefits of LLF Accelerator Program
• Requirements for LLF Accelerator Program Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Wema Bank

Wema Bank Plc, commonly known as Wema Bank, is a Nigerian commercial bank. It is licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria; the regulator of the nation's banking sector. Wema Bank is the pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, and one of Nigeria’s most resilient banks. With decades of experience in the business of banking, the Bank has remained innovative in delivering value to its stakeholders. The publicly quoted Nigerian company has successfully built a legacy of trust and resilience that has won it the loyalty of its customers. The Bank is constantly introducin...... continue reading

LLF Accelerator Program

Aim and Benefits of LLF Accelerator Program

• The curriculum will be tailored to cover crucial aspects of the industry, including product design, manufacturing, branding, marketing, and e-commerce strategies
• Participants will develop a comprehensive business growth plan that incorporates the lessons learned throughout the accelerator program. This plan will serve as a roadmap for scaling their leather business in a sustainable and successful manner.
• The top 10 businesses will be selected to exhibit for free at the Lagos Leather Fair 2024. They will be given an opportunity to pitch their ideas to investors at the Fair, with a chance of receiving equity-free grant funding.
• Business support fund of 1,000,000 Naira will be awarded to the top 3 businesses.

Requirements for LLF Accelerator Program Qualification

• Entrepreneurs between the ages of 18-40 with small sized businesses between 0 - 36 months in operations.

• Leather designers in the following sector; handbags, footwear, apparel, jewelry, small leather goods and furniture.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit Wema Bank website