May 7 - 9, 2024 GMT+1
Corporate Relations Manager at Nigeria
DR. SOPHIA HORSFALL MBBS, MBA, FCA, MSc. AMCIPM, AMNIPR, mIOD
Dr. Sophia Horsfall is a Corporate Relations professional whose driving principle in life is excellence, compassion, and encouraging others to reach their maximal potential.
She holds a Bachelor of Medicine /Bachelor of Surgery degree from the College of Medicine, University of Lagos, an MBA from Imperial College, London, a Diploma in Strategy and Innovation and an MSc. in Major Program Management both from the University of Oxford.
After a stint at the Military Hospital Yaba Lagos, Sophia has a 30-year career in Nigeria’s Oil and Gas industry where she has held strategic roles in Medicine, Finance, Human Resources, and Corporate Relations. She has led several key corporate projects, initiatives, and Crisis Management programs.
A Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Accountants of Nigeria (FCA), associate member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (AMCIPM), Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (AMNIPR) and Institute of Directors Nigeria (mIOD), she has drawn inspiration from places she has lived and worked including Australia, United Kingdom, East Africa and the several management programs from the Lagos Business School, INSEAD, University of Cambridge amongst others.
Sophia is a mother of both young and adult children, enjoys reading non-fiction and traveling and is a long- aspiring golf player! She is a woman of faith and a strong advocate of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), and life-long learning.
General Manager at Tergo Energy Limited
Isioma Martins boasts over 12 years of rich experience in the gas and energy industry, specializing in LPG systems, equipment, and applications. Her fervent advocacy for clean technology, environmental sustainability, and innovation drives her dedication to transitioning towards renewable energy sources.
Equipped with a master's degree from Imperial College London, Isioma's expertise lies at the intersection of engineering and business management. She has spearheaded numerous projects, from conception to execution, focusing on the design, implementation, and optimization of LPG systems across industrial, commercial, and residential sectors. Her comprehensive knowledge spans storage facilities, reticulation systems, and stringent safety protocols.
Isioma's career showcases exceptional problem-solving skills, meticulous attention to detail, and an unwavering commitment to delivering top-tier results. Currently serving as the General Manager of Tergo Energy Limited, a subsidiary of Pan African Capital Holdings and a company that is committed to the utilization of gas and renewable energy, Isioma plays a pivotal role in driving the strategic direction, operational excellence, and sustainable growth of the company, while ensuring alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
Her leadership ethos extends beyond technical prowess to encompass advocacy and policy development. As a dedicated member of the NLPGA Safety and Technical Committee and NLPGA Safety and Technical Curriculum Development Committee, Isioma contributes significantly to shaping industry standards and advocating for best practices in safety and technical training. Her impact reverberates through her past involvement in the Advocacy and Technical subcommittees of the Lagos State LPG reforms committee.
In her capacity as Treasurer and chair for the Projects Committee at Women in LPG Nigeria, Isioma collaborates with fellow impassioned women to foster empowerment through mentorship, training, and advocacy endeavors. Her dedication to fostering gender diversity and inclusion in the energy sector extends to her membership in WIEN (Women in Energy Network).
Driven by an unwavering commitment to effecting positive change and leaving an indelible mark, Isioma continues to champion sustainability, innovation, and empowerment within the gas and energy industry and beyond.
Gas Trading & Distribution Expert at Asiko Energy Holdings Limited
Sebilat is a Gas Trading & Distribution Expert and a NEBOSH-certified Safety Specialist. With a background in Applied Chemistry and over 12 years of professional experience in the Oil & Gas Industry, her expertise encompasses Trading and Supply Chain Management, Market analysis, Health & Safety, Business Development, and Regulatory & Industry Compliance.
She is currently the Trading Manager at Asiko Energy Holdings Limited where she coordinates the sourcing and distribution of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) across the value chain, while also analyzing local and international market trends to promote LPG availability, accessibility, and affordability. She is deeply committed to advocating for the adoption of clean energy and raising awareness of its applications and safe usage.
Sebilat serves as the Executive Secretary of the Women in LPG International Network (Nigeria Chapter) and she is also an active member of the Nigeria LP Gas Association Safety and Technical Committee. Through these roles, she consistently contributes her quota on safety, diversity, economic growth, and technical matters in the industry and the nation as a whole.
Nigerian Business Executive and Clean Energy Enthusiast. at Arcus 360
Joy Shaiyen is Nigerian Business Executive and Clean Energy Enthusiast. She has a background in Engineering and over 14 years professional experience spanning Infrastructure Development, Terminal Management as well as Business Development in the Energy industry. In 2019, she founded Arcus 360, an Energy Trading and Investment company.
At Women in LPG, she currently provides Strategic Leadership as National Coordinator by articulating and driving the chapter’s objectives which are centred around neutralising gender bias and helping women identify opportunities for growth and participation in a male dominated LPG industry. She is also passionate about raising awareness on the qualities of LPG which make it a suitable transition fuel for meeting Sustainable Development Goals including Poverty Eradication, Gender Equality, Good Health and Well Being, and Climate Action. Whilst at TSL Logistics, she led the team that implemented TSL’s transition to ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management Systems and ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management Systems.
She continually contributes her quota to nation building, serving on deveral advocacy and intervention initiatives by the Government. She was a project member on the National Domestic LPG Project spearheaded by the Office of the Vice Presixdent (2020 -2023) and led the Advocacy Committee of the Lagos State LPG Reforms (2018) to mention but a few.
In 2018, she was recognised by World LP Gas Association as a “Women in LPG” Role Model and by African Shapers in 2021 as one of the top 100 female Oil and Gas executives in Africa. She serves as Treasurer at the Nigeria LP Gas Association. She holds a Certificate in Financial Management from Cornell University and a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Lagos State University.
Joy enjoys oxford-style debates and African poetry.