Sprout by BL 2025
Our Vision
Sprout by BL exists to catalyze the next wave of African business expansion by bridging the gap between ideas and the resources for borderless growth. We’re creating Africa’s most impactful platform where innovative ideas meet strategic resources, positioning the continent as a global business powerhouse.
Our Mission
To equip founders, executives, and investors with the knowledge, connections, and opportunities needed to scale businesses beyond geographical limitations. Through high-impact events, strategic partnerships, and continuous engagement, we’re building an ecosystem where African businesses can thrive globally.
The Sprout Difference
Beyond the Ordinary
Sprout by BL isn't just an event—it's a community. While other conferences focus on surface-level networking, we create an environment where meaningful relationships form, strategic partnerships develop, and real business opportunities emerge.
Curated Connections
We meticulously select speakers, and partners to ensure every interaction has the potential to drive your business forward. Our sophisticated matchmaking approach means you spend time with people who matter to your growth journey.
Actionable Outcomes
At Sprout by BL, theory meets practice. Every session, discussion, and workshop is designed to deliver tangible strategies you can implement immediately. Leave with a clear roadmap for scaling your business across borders.
Why We Started
In a rapidly globalizing economy, African businesses face unique challenges in scaling beyond their home markets. Sprout by BL was born from the recognition that with the right guidance, connections, and strategies, these challenges can be transformed into competitive advantages.
Founded by Barinaada Legal, a thought leader in Nigeria’s startup ecosystem, Sprout began as an initiative to bridge the gap between legal expertise and practical business application. Today, it has evolved into the continent’s premier platform for businesses ready to transcend boundaries.
Our Growth Journey
- 2024: Inaugural event bringing together 300+ business leaders focused on scaling innovative ideas.
- 2025: Expanding to 1000+ attendees with specialized tracks and enhanced investor presence.
- 2026 and Beyond: Evolving into a year-round platform with multiple touchpoints across Africa.
Join The Movement
Borderless Growth isn’t just a theme—it’s our collective future. Join us in building an Africa where businesses thrive despite borders.
