Who We Are
The Circular Business Platform is an independent organisation that is designed to promote the development of circular business and investment activity across Nigeria. The Platform was developed in partnership with business, research and advocacy organisations, the Consul General of the Netherlands, the Dutch Enterprise Agency and Lagos State Government. The CBP Board is composed of seasoned professionals from various industries and institutions that prioritise circular economy innovations at the core of their operations, engagements and execution.
Our Core Activities Include:
Business Growth and Investment Forum
Focused on delivering circular business and incubation services, we work with local and regional partners to share learnings and create networking and funding opportunities for circular businesses.
Circular Community Development
We are championing the cause for effective community development in the circular space with our programmes; Snap Survey and True Leader Training Series.
Circular Policy Dialogue
We monitor whether and how policy is implemented, to provide recommendations that will support compliance. We identify and facilitate opportunities to work with other stakeholders to meet regulatory goals.
Meet The Experts
Dr Natalie Beinisch
Secretary to the Board, Circular Business Platform
Obaloluwa Dairo
Lead, Venture and Policy Development
Deborah E. Edward
Head of Strategic Communications & Partnerships
Tolulope Omoyeni
Lead, Research and Community DevelopmentOur Board
The CBP Board is composed of seasoned professionals from various industries and institutions that prioritise circular economy innovations at the core of their operations, engagements and execution. By collaborating with CBP, they represent the interests of businesses and knowledge institutions, all committed to a thriving circular economy in Nigeria. Their combined knowledge ensures that our strategies are comprehensive, impactful, and closely aligned with the needs of the industries we serve.
Esiri Agbeyi
Chair of the BoardPwC
Dr. Femi Adgeoke Idowu
Vice ChairLAGRA
Victor Boyle-Komolafe
GIVO
Arese Onaghise
FBRA
Dr. AbdulGaniyu Adelopo
UNILAG
Oreoluwa Finnih Awokoya
Advisor (Lagos State)Relationships that Make it Work
Our partners at the Circular Business Platform are key stakeholders in advancing the circular economy. They include industry leaders, research institutions, non-profits, and government bodies, all committed to fostering sustainable business practices. Through collaboration, we drive innovation, support circular business models, and create impactful solutions that promote resource efficiency and environmental stewardship in Nigeria and beyond.
