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The Catalytic Ecosystem

Dedicated to unlocking and amplifying Africa's execution potential.

About PerformX Nexus

PerformX Nexus is a catalytic ecosystem designed to equip, challenge, and connect individuals and organizations who understand that performance is not accidental, strategy must be dynamic, and execution is the ultimate equalizer. It is founded on the conviction that while boldness in vision is rewarded, it is consistent, strategic implementation that ultimately crowns the victor.
PerformX is powered by Akin Akinpelu Learning & Development Company.

The PerformX Nexus Pillars

These three interconnected pillars are designed to provide unique values and foster continuous growth.

PerformX Summit
Building Bold. Executing Smart. Performing Beyond.
November 2025
Lagos, Nigeria

The PerformX Summit is the flagship annual event, an immersive and catalytic gathering designed to be more than just a series of panels and discussions – it's a multi-sensory experience.

Complete Overview

The PerformX Summit is the flagship annual event, an immersive and catalytic gathering designed to be more than just a series of panels and discussions – it's a multi-sensory experience. **Focus Areas:** • Execution is Strategy: The art of closing the strategy-to-action gap, managing complexity, uncertainty, and execution risk, OKRs, KPIs, and performance rhythms that drive growth. • Operational Mastery: High-output systems for fast-growing teams, process engineering for efficiency and scale, performance tech: AI, dashboards & agile tools. • Leadership & Accountability: Building ownership cultures, executive performance and strategic leadership, leading with data, clarity, and feedback loops. • Strategic Thinking in Motion: Strategic planning vs. strategic doing, navigating market shifts through adaptive strategy, business model reinvention in the age of disruption. • Case Labs & Playbooks: Dissecting real-world strategy and execution wins/fails, live clinics: Building your action blueprint, tools, templates, and checklists for immediate application. **Format & Features:** • Keynotes: Insights from global and regional execution-driven thinkers • Panels: Unfiltered conversations on growth, failure, and frameworks • Deep Dives/Power Rooms: Hands-on sessions led by top-tier experts • Exhibition & Partner Booths: Demos from solution providers in tech, ops-tech, and performance analytics • Networking: Curated mixers, investor meetups, and partner lounges
PerformX Horizon Council
Strategic Foresight & Global Excellence
March 2026
Local and Overseas

The PerformX Horizon Council is a strategy circle of an exclusive gathering of leading minds, dedicated to delving into the most critical challenges and opportunities in performance, execution, and strategy on a global scale.

Complete Overview

The PerformX Horizon Council is a strategy circle of an exclusive gathering of leading minds, dedicated to delving into the most critical challenges and opportunities in performance, execution, and strategy on a global scale. This is a conclave for deep intellectual exchange, research, and the development of actionable insights that influence policy and practice. **Focus:** • In-depth analysis of global trends impacting execution and performance • Development of whitepapers, research reports, and policy recommendations • Strategic foresight and scenario planning for future challenges • Facilitating cross-border knowledge exchange and collaborative problem-solving • Identifying emerging best practices in strategic alignment and operational excellence **Activities:** • Closed-door roundtables and high-level discussions • Presentations of cutting-edge research • Collaborative ideation sessions • Publication of thought leadership pieces **Expected Outcomes:** • Generation of pioneering research and intellectual property • Influence on global business and governance strategies • Establishment of a network of elite performance and strategy leaders • Development of practical playbooks for complex global challenges
PerformX Impact Core
Continuous Growth & Operational Excellence
All Year
Virtual and In-person

The PerformX Impact Core is an exclusive, year-round mentorship academy and peer-to-peer learning network designed for mid-tier leaders who are committed to continuous growth and operational excellence.

Complete Overview

The PerformX Impact Core is an exclusive, year-round mentorship academy and peer-to-peer learning network designed for mid-tier leaders who are committed to continuous growth and operational excellence. This intimate strategic circle provides ongoing support, practical tools, and personalized guidance. **Focus:** • Practical application of strategy and execution frameworks • Peer-to-peer learning and problem-solving • Personalized mentorship from experienced leaders • Development of leadership skills for strategic execution • Building high-performing teams and fostering ownership cultures • Translating strategy into measurable results • Deeper understanding of high-performing team operations • Practical takeaways for immediate impact in business and governance **Activities:** • Monthly virtual masterclasses and workshops • Quarterly in-person networking and deep-dive sessions • Dedicated mentorship pairings • Access to exclusive resources, tools, and templates • Community-driven discussions and support groups **Expected Outcomes:** • Enhanced capacity for strategic alignment and execution within organizations • Creation of a supportive community for mid-tier leaders • Practical application of learned concepts for immediate impact • Development of a new generation of operationally disciplined leaders

Meet the Convener

Leading the charge in transforming organizational performance across Africa

Akin Akinpelu,

Akin Akinpelu, FLPi, Ph.D.

Founder, AALD Company

Convener of PerformX Nexus

Biography

Akin Akinpelu is a Dream Releaser for Kings & C-Suite Leaders. He is an official member of the Forbes Coaches Council, a Performance Coach, Development Consultant, keynote speaker, and author of several books. As the CEO of Akin Akinpelu Learning & Development (AALD), he leads a consulting, training, and research-driven company committed to excellence in the service industry. His mission is to discover, develop and deploy people and systems to their full potential. With a relentless passion for learning, he holds a master’s degree and an MBA. He further pursued a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from Trident University, USA, and a second Doctorate in Strategic Leadership from Myles Leadership University, where he also serves as a board member. He is also the first Professor of Practice in Educational Leadership in Nigeria and a Fellow of the Professional Leadership Practitioners Institute. He is the also CEO of Erudio Hub, an organization dedicated to raising a new generation of educators to transform the educational sector in Africa. Akin has consulted for numerous organizations and addressed millions of people through talks, training, and coaching across Nigeria, Ghana, the UK, Canada, Finland, Sweden, Estonia, the UAE, the USA, and other countries. He has also facilitated development projects, sister-city collaborations, and public-private partnerships to drive sustainable impact. Human capacity development has been central to Akin’s work.

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