Oben Desmond Ashu
Founder
Our story
AboutUs
Empowering the Next Generation
At Thrive Summit, we believe that young people are the driving force behind innovation and change in our society. Founded in 2022 as Hustlers Conference, we've grown into Thrive Summit: same mission, clearer name for where we're headed.
We aim to empower students, professionals, and entrepreneurs with the knowledge, skills, and networks necessary to thrive in their academic and professional pursuits.
The people behind it
Our Team
Educators, operators, creators, and community advocates building Thrive Summit across Cameroon and Africa.
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Brones Sakwe
Suzy Nguessong
Content Manager
Emily Ashley
Logistics
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Divina K.
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Oben Hilda
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Eyong Godwill
Romanric Akam
Finance Manager
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Hosanna
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Deschanel Nfor
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Tim F.
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Joyce Ani
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Nfor Becky
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Numfor Precious
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Onya Martha
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John Pokam
Ayukngang Becks
Graphic Designer
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Courage Ayim
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Lise Noémie
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Egbe Stev
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Enone Mor-gan
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Jessy-Thrina
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Lelah Naomie
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Aminkeng Precious N
Deslyn Vevanje
Podcast Manager
What we stand for
Our Values
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Empowerment
We equip young people with knowledge, mentorship, and networks that unlock personal and professional growth.
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Collaboration
Diverse voices in one room, learning from each other and building connections that outlast the summit.
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Integrity
Transparency and ethical practice in everything we run, so the community can trust what we stand for.
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Resilience
Setbacks are part of the path. We help builders treat them as fuel and keep moving forward.
Mission
Empower young people to thrive.
Provide the knowledge, skills, and networks necessary for success in academics, business, and careers, inspiring resilience, creativity, and collaboration.
Vision
Opportunity for every young person.
A future where every young person can realize their full potential, building a thriving economy and society in Cameroon and beyond.
More than an event
Our Community
Thrive Summit is a community of aspiring leaders with one shared aim: make a positive impact in their own lives and in the lives of others.
Through competitions, the main event, networking, and ongoing engagement, we cultivate relationships that last beyond two days in Buea.
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Buea · March 2027 · Exact dates to be announced
Coming soon
Your seat is waiting.
Conference and competition registration open soon. The people who plan ahead get in while seats still feel infinite. Exact March 2027 dates land with the forms.
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