A new digital platform, Gala Times, is targeting the global events and creative industries with an integrated ecosystem designed to connect businesses, event organisers, media professionals and audiences across international markets.
The platform, developed by Azariah Management Group (AMG), combines event management, online ticketing, social networking, advertising, digital publishing, podcasts, news and lifestyle content in one digital environment.
Founded by Joseph Ibeh and Chiffon Watkins, Gala Times seeks to break geographical barriers in the events industry by providing individuals, businesses and creative professionals with opportunities to promote their activities, reach wider audiences and establish international connections.
The founders said the platform was built on the belief that event technology should be accessible, practical and capable of supporting individuals and businesses regardless of their size or location.
Unlike conventional platforms focused primarily on ticket sales, Gala Times offers a broader ecosystem through which users can plan, promote, discover, manage and participate in events.
Its services cater to international conferences, concerts, fashion shows, exhibitions, festivals, weddings, corporate meetings, academic summits, sporting competitions and cultural celebrations.
The platform is free to use, although applicable transaction-processing charges and fees for optional commercial services may apply.
It also provides event organisers with opportunities to create and promote activities, manage registrations, attract prospective attendees and expand their audiences.
Businesses and service providers, including photographers, filmmakers, designers, entertainers, caterers, hospitality operators and marketing professionals, can equally showcase their services and improve their visibility.
A distinctive feature of the platform is Gala Mate, a social discovery and event companion service designed to facilitate personal and professional relationships among users.
The service incorporates messaging, voice notes, event-location sharing, digital business cards and ticket gifting, enabling participants to maintain connections beyond individual events.
Gala Times is also expanding into digital journalism and entertainment through Gala Times Podcast, Gala Times News and Gala Times Magazine.
Gala Times Podcast, also known as Gala Times Pod, will feature conversations with entrepreneurs, corporate executives, educators, investors, athletes, designers, policymakers, artists and other influential personalities.
Its editorial focus covers entrepreneurship, leadership, finance, technology, fashion, sports, health and wellness, entertainment, culture, academia and international development.
Gala Times News will cover events, entertainment, fashion, business, cultural developments, celebrity lifestyles and activities within the creative industries, while Gala Times Magazine will publish interviews, profiles, lifestyle features and visual storytelling celebrating creativity, leadership and cultural influence.
The media platforms are expected to extend the visibility of events beyond their scheduled dates through sustained publicity, storytelling and international exposure.
The company’s international team includes professionals with experience in broadcasting, filmmaking, investment, technology, business development and creative communications.
Its leadership includes Vice President Dan Akinlolu, an international broadcaster, filmmaker and media entrepreneur with more than 15 years of experience across film, television, digital media and content development.
Akinlolu’s professional background includes work associated with MultiChoice and M-Net, alongside creative ventures through Grey Consortium Holdings and other media and technology initiatives.
Stanley Chukwu serves as Investment Director, contributing to the company’s investment strategy, capital development and international expansion plans.
The technology team is led by Taiwo Dele, working alongside Osmond Ugbodaga and other technical professionals.
Other members of the international team include Aishat Jimoh, Edgar Collingwood-Williams, Mary Ijeoma Chiazor, Lydia and Caroline Kairos, alongside other professional collaborators.
The platform also has multimedia and podcast production support from a UK-based team member, Joseph.
Gala Times is positioning itself to serve audiences across the United States, United Kingdom, Africa and other international markets, with a focus on cross-border events, diaspora communities, cultural celebrations and global business networking.
Its advertising system will allow businesses to submit promotional campaigns for administrative review and approval before publication.
Gala Times is a technology initiative of Azariah Management Group, a strategic consulting, technology development and business innovation company involved in digital transformation, commercialisation, project management and business development.
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The founders said the platform was conceived as a digital destination where technology, media, entertainment, business and cultural exchange reinforce one another.
Gala Times is available at www.galatimes.com.
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