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Builder Conversations
Real stories about starting, building, what worked, what didn’t, and what we learned.
Builders’ Circle #001
Building from zero to one.
An intimate gathering for founders, builders, designers, engineers, operators, creatives, experts, investors and professionals building within teams.
- Sat, Sep 26, 2026
- 4:00 – 7:00 PM
- Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
- Invite only
Why Builders’ Circle
Building is difficult. It should not always be lonely.
Building is hardest when you are doing it for the first time, or doing it alone.
Behind most people who get somewhere is a room that made it easier — to test an idea, ask the obvious question, fail quietly, and meet the person who unlocks the next step. This is an attempt to create more of that.
Not another conference. Not a pitch event.
- Build
- Share
- Learn
- Connect
What to Expect
Conversation before presentation.
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Product & Idea Showcase
Show what you’re building, share the problem you’re solving, and get honest feedback from the Circle.
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Open Circle
Questions, shared experiences, useful connections and help from the room.
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Games, Food & Drinks
Good conversations, games, food, drinks and time to actually connect.
The Gathering
A small room. A useful mix of people.
- Date
- Saturday, September 26, 2026
- Time
- 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Location
- Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
- Attendance
- Invite only
Hosted by Tinova Labs. Approved guests receive a confirmation with the exact venue.
Builders’ Circle #001
Bring what you’re building.
Builders’ Circle is intentionally small and curated. Requesting an invite does not automatically confirm attendance. We review requests to create a thoughtful mix of people, disciplines and experiences in the room.