Sound Factory Entertainment (SFE) – Company Profile

A dynamic and solutions-driven event and entertainment professional with a strong track record of planning, producing, and executing high-impact events—including political rallies, concerts, exhibitions, and conferences—across local and international markets. Known for seamlessly integrating creative vision with technical execution, with a strong emphasis on audience experience, logistical precision, and stakeholder collaboration.

With a deep understanding of global trends in live production and AV innovation, Kayode has attended and leveraged insights from some of the world’s most prestigious trade shows and exhibitions, including:

• InfoComm USA (2015, 2016, 2017) – Las Vegas & Orlando
• ProLight + Sound (2018 Dubai & 2020 Guangzhou, China)
• Active Member of AVIXA Xchange, a global community for AV and integrated experience professionals

Sound Factory & Sound Factory Entertainment – Abuja & Lagos

Managing Director | 2009 – 2023

• Directed the end-to-end planning and execution of large-scale events across Nigeria.
• Oversaw all aspects of event production, including AV design, vendor coordination, staffing, and guest experience.
• Designed and implemented training programmes for sales and events staff.
• Championed the integration of media and entertainment into product marketing strategies.
• Built and nurtured long-standing relationships with vendors, artists, government agencies, and corporate sponsors.

Key Achievements:

• Successfully managed event budgets exceeding ₦180M while maintaining profit margins.
• Conceptualized and launched Sound Factory Entertainment UK, aimed at promoting Afrobeats.