Anthony Abiola DADA (aka Tony Dada - pictured on the right) has been working within his community and across the UK since 1991 after finding himself homeless (for the second time) and stripped of all his worldly possessions, including his children, due to his relationship breakdown. It was this experience that led him to what he now refers to as “My great experiment”. Having lost everything in 1 day, he realised how redundant a life fueled solely by the need for continual acquisitions and the pursuit of money becomes. More importantly, he learned that “your possessions do not define who YOU are”.
“Having lost everything, I also lost fear…. I literally had nothing to lose.” Slowly I began to see that my predicament actually offered me a unique opportunity. The opportunity to focus on my personal vision of success so that I could live a happier and fulfilled life.”
Despite a lack of resources (no money) and equipped only with Universal Ancient Laws introduced and taught to him by his Spiritual Mentor, Bro Ishmael Tetteh who, although based in Ghana, he had met in London. Bro Ishmael taught him how to live a consciously fulfilled and empowered life. Tony decided that he was going to put these lessons learned to the test.
Armed only with this knowledge and a vision, he decided he would redefine what success meant to him and make his life stand for something. He was going to make a difference in his community, starting with his own children. Tony with 2 of his greatest teachers. Tony DADA with his son and daughter Jaie & Joshua.
Tony has since regained all that was lost including his 2 children whom he went on to raise as a single parent, often referring to them as his two most important life Teachers. He has been inspired to serve as a Personal Empowerment Coach as a result of his own adolescent and adult life challenges, a desire to see people succeed and his mentor of over 30 years encouraging him to support people in this way.
As a creative social entrepreneur, singer, songwriter, author and former senior executive within the education system. Tony’s creativity over more than 3 decades has led him to meetings with the heads of Apple UK, L'Oréal and Sodexo as well as the staging of projects which have been supported by The Home Office, the Mayor’s Office, The British Army, Island Records, Yamaha, Channel 4, and many others.
He was also the mastermind behind projects that have provided the springboard for music acts such as Leona Lewis, Alexandra Burke, JLS and many others from 1992 – 2008.
More recently, NatWest Bank has been a partner and sponsor for more than 10 years in the delivery of DADA Success events and workshops to entrepreneurs from underrepresented communities, in particular women, creatives, social entrepreneurs and people from all ethnic minority groups. More recently, in the last 12 months Tony has been acting as “Creative consultant” for HSBC Bank as they develop their vision to support Black Entrepreneurs across the country.
-Day pass to the conference
-Opportunity to win a place on Project Talent UK 4 Entrepreneurs (Valued at £5K)
-Lunch(5-star catering) provided on the day
-Post event drinks and networking
-Opportunity to promote your business
£99
Everything as a Standard Earlybird Ticket holder plus:
-Opportunity to network with speakers and panelists during breaks
-Opportunity to receive Personal and Business mentoring and coaching - (Valued at £15K)
-Chance to win a professionally edited 60-second promo video and photos of you speaking about your business and why you attended this conference
- Private VIP-only area
-Priority seating at the Conference
It aims to blend the power of BUSINESS, MONEY & YOU to help delegates gain greater clarity of purpose, strategies to scale their business to the next level and extend their Social Impact in communities.
Delegates will:
Hear from our Keynote, Speakers and Panellists
2) Get the opportunity to quiz our experts during each themed Q&A session
3) Partake in our panel discussions on the three conference themes of Business, Money and You.
4) Be able to register for Business, Money & You Masterclasses
4)Network, share experiences and learn with their peers
5) Have an opportunity to promote your business
Are you a business owner looking to grow your existing business? Or a well-established business owner wanting to scale your business for greater impact and profit? Our Business theme will address the following:
How to identify your long term business vision -
1)What problem do you want to solve and why?
2)How to craft the optimal business structures and frameworks tailored to your product or service offered.
3) The new style of marketing: How to attract your ideal customers, so they will seek you out to purchase from you
4)Explore the new business model incorporating The 4 P's: People, Purpose, Planet & Profit
A profound term in Business is "Cash is King". Being able to access money as and when you need it is a skill. Learning about money “As a tool” and the different forms that money comes in (general loans, overdrafts, personal capital, grants, debt finance, equity finance and sponsorship are a few examples) is also critical if you want to survive navigating the various storms that being in business brings.
Cash flow is a challenge most businesses face at some point in their journey. We will discuss the real truth about cash flow and how to leverage it to grow and scale your business long-term! Our Money theme will address the following:
1) What Business structure will best suit the type of money you seek
2) How to make your Business “Investor Ready”
3)How to develop “Money consciousness” and attract various forms of money
4) Are YOU attractive or unattractive to Investors?
Do you know your unique gifts, talents and abilities? Have you developed them sufficiently into a skill that you can access at will? Do you use this skill in a way that adds so much value to others that people are willing to pay YOU?
When the answer is yes to all of these questions, you will be on the path to Growing Personal Success and business success.
Our YOU theme will address the following:
1) Help you understand your mindset and how to undergo the MINDreSET process to make success and abundance achievable and tangible for you and your business
2) How to use your creative MIND to create new solutions for your Business and the marketplace that will make you and your business sought after
3)How to create a “resilient MINDSET” to withstand any recession and build a business that thrives.
4) Project Talent UK 4 Entrepreneurs - The UK Talent Search for Entrepreneurs who want to grow, accelerate and extend their social impact. One conference delegate will receive a fully funded place on Project Talent UK 4 Entrepreneurs (valued at £5k) subject to selection criteria
5) Two Project Talent UK 4 Entrepreneurs graduates will be selected to receive £15k (each) worth of funding towards Personal or Business Mentoring and Coaching. The most outstanding entrepreneurs will also have a chance to pitch for investment.
Terry Jervis - Media Executive and Business Entrepreneur
Terry Jervis was born in Hackney, east London, coming from a Caribbean family who had fought in World War ll. His RAF uncle came back on the Windrush to help rebuild war-torn Britain. The rest of the family soon followed. Terry started selling comic-books and publishing at an early age (12). He used his money to make his first film at 14 years old, “From Gospel to Soul: The Sam Cooke Story”.
It was noticed by the BBC and at the age of 19 they sent him to study Media Law and Journalism, and he went straight into radio and TV production after graduating. With over 40 years of experience in film, TV, radio, print, video games and management, Terry Jervis has become the most senior black executive and youngest head of department in BBC history.
Has advised and worked with, UK Government, Rolls-Royce, RAF, Marvel, Sony, Universal, Warner’s, Motown, Shell, Lego, Buckingham Palace and a range of other diverse businesses. His shows have reached a collective audience of over 4.5 billion people worldwide, they’re filled with knowledge, wisdom, celebrity and a greater sense of purpose. This will be an engaging and inspirational session.
Tony Biola Dada - Creator of Socially Conscious Entrepreneurs Conference & Founder of DADA
Since 1992 Tony DADA has been a nurturer and investor in Talented People.
Through his Heart Centered, Purpose Driven companies he has provided a launchpad for those with an entrepreneurial spirit but who have been disadvantaged or overlooked by society, e.g women, ethnic minority groups, young people, creatives and social entrepreneurs.
Tony has played a supportive and nurturing role to thousands of talented entrepreneurial and creative people across the UK in the very early stages of their development, before their careers took off, such as:
1) Brenda Edwards whose talent led her to the theatre and TV as one of the hosts of “Loose Women”
2) Boy band “JLS” whose talent led them to chart-topping success and a collective fortune of £20M
3) Social Entrepreneur Jonathan Stefanni-Machado who within 12 months of joining the MINDreSET Programme went from having just lost his business and over £100k to a new business with massive growth potential
4) Sharon Gitau, a Social Care Practitioner managed to increase her income by 50% and obtain two job promotions within 12 months of the MINDreSET Programme
Sharon Gitau - Funding Expert (CIC) Director
Sharon Gitau is an experienced social care trauma practitioner with over 20 years of working with diverse groups including men, women, children, and families who have experienced various traumas. Her expertise in cultural competence helps bridge the gap between mainstream services and communities. Sharon mentors social work professionals and has played a key role in establishing residential and family assessment homes.
A believer in empowering individuals and communities, Sharon focuses on helping others find their inner voice and address inner trauma. Her journey with the MINDreSET Course by Tony Dada led her to prioritise her own healing and self-care, enhancing her professional capabilities and resulting in significant career advancements, including a 100% promotion.
Now, Sharon operates from a place of total health and well-being, offering her services as an agent of change. Sharon supports entrepreneurs in accessing funding and navigating the social care sector, and she is passionate about speaking engagements that empower ethnic communities.
Her upcoming books, "Ethnic Man Arise" and "Rediscovering My Heart," emphasise empowerment and personal growth within ethnic cultures. Sharon's work continues to impact people financially, emotionally, and psychologically by integrating Mindreset principles. She is grateful for the opportunity to contribute positively to the lives of others.
Seb Brantigan - Digital Marketing and Automation Specialist
Seb Brantigan is the Co-Founder of DBSS Digital, a market leader that provides full 360-degree digital marketing and automation solutions for its clients, with over 20 years of experience in this industry. DBSS Digital is partnering with DADA as an event sponsor to deliver this unique conference for conscious social entrepreneurs. Their shared mission is to empower entrepreneurs on their journey, support them to scale their businesses sustainably and "buy back their time and resources".
Now the time has come to shine the spotlight on the overlooked and underrepresented entrepreneur - It's OUR TIME TO SHINE
“Socially Conscious Entrepreneurs Conference must be deep, intentional and creative thinkers! To operate effectively in this space, future entrepreneurs will need to conduct their business in a way that enriches the soul, the mind and the pockets of those they connect with. They will be mindful of how their products and services bring about positive change in the world while providing unique solutions for their customers.” Tony Biola Dada
"The opportunity to network and connect with some amazing people."
Mandy, 2023
“This was a very impressive conference, not just the conference, but how the whole team worked together to welcome visitors and make sure everything ran smoothly."
Michael, 2023
“Wonderful speakers, extraordinary knowledge and attitude. Incredible day.”
Jean, 2023
It is being held on Monday 9th September 2024, starting at 9am running through to 6pm. Timings may be subject to change slightly.🏢 Venue: NatWest Conference Centre, 250 Bishopsgate, London EC2M 4AA
Details of the Conference event tickets, including pricing can be found here.
Smart casual is recommended, but more importantly please wear something comfortable and be prepared for the changeable UK climate. However, if you wish to dress to impress, we welcome you to do so!
This is going to be a full day event filled with success strategies from multiple experts on our three pillars 'Business, Money & You' that you can apply right away - so make sure you bring a notepad and pen to write it all down!
We would love to discuss any sponsorship opportunities! We already have some great sponsors lined up but we have availability for a few more. Please reach our team via our Helpdesk Link
We would love to discuss any speaker opportunities! Please reach our team via our Helpdesk Link
As it stands we do not have another date in the diary for the next Conscious Social Entrepreneurs Conference, except for this one. So do whatever you can to make it to this event! Whether you need extra childcare, time off work or your business, or just to make the decision to get to this event no matter what. It may be the best thing you do for your business, money and YOU this year.
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