A.M.C. CONFERENCE

Labadi Beach Hotel named as conference official host and venue sponsor

By our African Marketing Confederation News Team | 2025

African Marketing Confederation & Technology Information Confederation Africa announce partnership with top venue for upcoming Ghana conference

The African Marketing Confederation (AMC) and the Technology Information Confederation Africa (TICON Africa) have announced a partnership with Labadi Beach Hotel, Ghana’s premier hospitality destination.

(L to R): Mr David Gowu, President of TICON Africa; Mr David Eduadyl, MD of the Labadi Beach Hotel; and Mr Kwabena Agyekum, AMC Vice President for West Africa and CEO of CIMG

Labadi Beach will serve as the Official Host and Venue Sponsor for the highly anticipated AMC and TICON Africa Joint Conference, scheduled to take place from 20-22 August 2025 in Accra, Ghana.

This strategic collaboration marks a significant milestone in the buildup to Africa’s most influential gathering of marketing, technology and business professionals. With its world-class facilities, exceptional service and picturesque beachfront setting, the hotel provides the ideal backdrop for a conference that promises meaningful dialogue, groundbreaking insights and transformative industry collaborations.

A platform for innovation, collaboration and growth

The Chartered Institute of Marketing, Ghana (CIMG) and the Institute of ICT Professionals Ghana (IIPGH), as the host professional bodies for AMC and TICON Africa respectively, will spearhead this fourth edition of the conference.

As it is expected to welcome over 500 delegates from 35-plus countries, the conference will solidify Ghana’s reputation as a hub for innovation, digital transformation and cross-industry partnerships.

Aligned with Africa’s Agenda 2063, the event also seeks to accelerate the continent’s digital economy, strengthen business ecosystems, and drive financial inclusion to ensure sustainable and inclusive growth.

Conference themes for 2025

The conference will focus on fostering synergy between marketing and technology, ensuring Africa remains competitive in the global digital economy. The two core themes guiding discussions are:

AMC Conference: ‘Thriving in Africa’s Evolving Markets: Trust, Trends, and Technology’

TICON Africa Conference: ‘Empowering Africa’s Tech Future: Innovation, Standards, and Global Influence’

Held concurrently, these twin events will convene decision-makers, visionary leaders and innovators to exchange insights, forge strategic partnerships, and explore solutions that will shape Africa’s digital and business landscapes.

For sponsorship or partnership opportunities, contact the President of TICON Africa at: david@ticonafrica.org. Or visit the respective websites: https://africanmarketingconfederation.org/ or www.ticonafrica.org

Alternatively, contact the host professional bodies: Chartered Institute of Marketing Ghana (CIMG) https://cimghana.org/ or Institute of ICT Professionals Ghana (IIPGH)  https://iipgh.org/

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