Gbemi Akande, Co-founder of Optimus AI Labs, has been selected as a featured panelist for the upcoming Canada-Nigeria Technology Partnership Forum, a high-level gathering of technology leaders, innovators, and policymakers set to take place on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at the Federal Palace Hotel in Lagos.
As a recognized expert in AI product strategy and cross-border technology collaboration, Akande will bring his decade of experience in building intelligent software solutions to the critical panel discussion titled “Building Stronger Tech Partnerships: Distributor, Integrator & Reseller Opportunities”.
With over a decade of experience in startup development and innovation, Akande has launched more than 30 mobile, SaaS, and OTT solutions while spearheading initiatives including Canada’s first e-commerce accelerator.
A Stanford University alumnus with a Master’s in Management, he previously served as Innovation Manager at Emirates NBD where he led the implementation of the first banking blockchain application for cheque clearing in the region.
At the forum, Gbemi Akande will draw on his extensive experience in developing AI solutions that work within specific cultural and business contexts.
The panel will explore three key areas critical to successful technology partnerships:
- Expectations of Nigerian firms from international technology partners
- Success factors in joint ventures, distribution, and co-development
- Case studies of successful Canada-Nigeria technology collaboration
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As a Director, Akande leads the company’s mission to “create smart software using AI to help businesses, startups, and governments work better” through bespoke solutions that grow with clients and solve their unique problems.
His participation in this forum aligns perfectly with Optimus AI Labs’ strategic focus on delivering advanced AI capabilities in development, delivery, and project management for enterprise-wide software projects.
The Canada-Nigeria Technology Partnership Forum, hosted by the Trade Commissioner Service at the Deputy High Commission of Canada in Nigeria, will convene technology leaders from both nations to explore new commercial opportunities and deepen bilateral collaboration in the digital economy.
Optimus AI Labs invites business leaders and technology professionals to attend this important event and learn how the company’s expertise in predictive analytics and intelligent automation can drive innovation and growth in the Nigerian market.
To participate, register here.
