Marketing Minds Converge This Month In Port Harcourt As NIMN Holds 2026 Annual Conference
The National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria (NIMN) is set to bring together marketers, business leaders, academics, and young professionals for its 2026 Annual Marketing Conference scheduled to hold in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
The three-day event will take place from June 18 to June 20, 2026, at Julirose Hotel & Suites. This year’s theme, “Community, Culture & Connection: Re-imagining the New Market,” is expected to guide discussions around how brands and marketers can better understand consumer behaviour, build stronger relationships with audiences, and adapt to evolving market trends.
According to the organisers, the conference is designed as a networking and learning space where ideas can lead to collaboration and long-term professional opportunities. They describe it as a gathering where conversations between participants can translate into real-world partnerships and career growth.
The programme will attract participants from different sectors, including marketing practice, academia, corporate leadership, and emerging professionals seeking to build careers in brand management and business development. The goal, according to the institute, is to create a shared platform where experience meets innovation.
Port Harcourt was selected as the host city for this edition, with organisers highlighting its reputation as a centre of energy, enterprise, and human connection within Nigeria’s commercial landscape. They say the city’s atmosphere aligns with the conference’s focus on creativity, business growth, and market transformation.
The institute also encouraged interested participants to register through its official channels, noting that further assistance and inquiries can be directed to designated contact persons provided by the organisers.
Beyond presentations and discussions, the conference is expected to include networking sessions, knowledge-sharing forums, and opportunities for participants to engage with industry experts on current challenges and future directions in marketing.
As the marketing industry continues to evolve with digital tools, changing consumer expectations, and global competition, the 2026 NIMN conference aims to provide a platform for professionals to exchange ideas and rethink strategies that shape how brands connect with people.
Organisers say the event is not just a meeting of professionals, but a space where ideas, relationships, and opportunities can begin and grow.
