What does it really take to build a successful life on your own terms?
How do you turn ambition into action, navigate difficult decisions, develop the confidence to take up space and create opportunities that once seemed out of reach?
And how do you continue to grow when your ambitions evolve, circumstances change or the path ahead is not always clear?
Join Mo Abudu for WINNING HER WAY, an exclusive, one day masterclass for women who are ready to think bigger, lead with greater confidence, challenge their own limitations and take purposeful steps towards the future they want to build.
Drawing on her personal journey from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship, and her experience building EbonyLife into a multi platform African media and entertainment group with international reach, Mo will share the lessons, decisions, challenges and principles that have shaped her journey.
This is an opportunity to learn from her experience, reflect on your own ambitions, ask questions, exchange perspectives and leave with practical actions to move forward.
Whether you are building a business, progressing in your career, considering a reinvention or simply ready for your next chapter, this day is designed to help you see new possibilities and approach them with greater clarity.
The programme
What you will gain
01
Confidence, identity and personal reinvention
Success begins with understanding who you are, what you want and what you are prepared to do to achieve it.
Explore how to recognise your strengths, challenge limiting beliefs, build self confidence and navigate the moments when you need to reinvent yourself. Consider how your identity, values and personal ambitions should inform the choices you make.
02
Turning ambition into action
Big ambitions require more than inspiration. They require a plan, the right people, resources, discipline and consistent execution.
Learn how to translate ideas into achievable goals, assess opportunities, make considered decisions and move from thinking about what is possible to taking practical steps towards it.
03
Leadership, influence and visibility
Your work and your ideas need to be seen, heard and understood.
Explore the importance of communicating your value, developing meaningful relationships, negotiating effectively, building credibility and navigating environments in which you may need to work harder to establish your voice.
04
Entrepreneurship, opportunity and building for growth
What does it take to build something that lasts?
Drawing on her experience across media, film, distribution, education and hospitality, Mo will share perspectives on recognising opportunities, taking calculated risks, developing partnerships, building teams and turning a vision into an organisation capable of growing beyond its founder.
05
Resilience, difficult decisions and the courage to continue
Every meaningful journey involves uncertainty, setbacks and decisions that test your conviction.
Reflect on how to respond to challenges, learn from experience, protect your energy and remain focused on what matters, while recognising when a different approach or a new direction is needed.
06
Defining your own version of success
Success is personal. It may look different at different stages of your life.
Take time to consider what winning means to you, what you want to build, which priorities deserve your attention and what you may need to change to make room for the life and work you want.
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You will be guided to turn those reflections into a practical 90 day action plan.
The Amani Auditorium is the main setting for the day's masterclasses and interactive sessions.
What makes Winning Her Way different?
Not simply a day of motivational speeches
It is a masterclass shaped around the experience of a woman who has built a career, taken entrepreneurial risks, developed businesses, created opportunities for others and continued to pursue ambitious goals across different industries and markets.
The day combines:
Personal insightLessons drawn from Mo Abudu's own career, entrepreneurial journey and leadership experience.
Practical learningIdeas and approaches you can apply to your career, business and personal ambitions.
Interactive participationGuided reflections, audience engagement, questions and discussions around real challenges.
Peer connectionOpportunities to meet and exchange perspectives with women from different professional backgrounds and stages of life.
A plan for progressDedicated time to identify your priorities and define the actions you will take over the following 90 days.
The experience will be led by Mo Abudu, with the auditorium serving as the main setting for the day's masterclasses and interactive sessions.
Who should attend?
Ready to invest in your growth
WINNING HER WAY is designed for women who are ready to invest in their growth and take a more intentional approach to their ambitions.
You do not need to be an entrepreneur or hold a senior position to benefit. What matters is your willingness to reflect, learn and take action.
You may be:
An entrepreneur looking to build, strengthen or expand your business.
A corporate professional preparing for greater responsibility or leadership.
A founder or creative building a brand, platform or organisation.
A woman considering a career change or personal reinvention.
A professional seeking greater confidence, influence and visibility.
A woman who has achieved significant milestones but knows there is more she wants to do.
A woman at a crossroads who wants to gain clarity about what comes next.
Saturday 30 January 2027
The day at a glance
Five sessions, from your opening intention to a personal plan for the next 90 days, with lunch, breaks and time to connect.
Arrive at EbonyLife Place London, meet fellow participants and settle in before the day begins.
Opening and setting your intention
Establish what you want to gain from the experience and begin reflecting on your personal definition of success.
Session OneThe Woman Behind the Win
Mo shares key experiences from her journey, exploring ambition, confidence, reinvention, resilience and the decisions that helped shape her path.
Session TwoThink Bigger, Build Smarter
Explore how to translate ambition into action through vision, planning, opportunity recognition, relationships and execution.
Lunch and connection
Enjoy lunch within the auditorium, with opportunities to connect with fellow participants and reflect on the morning's discussions.
Session ThreeOwn Your Seat at the Table
Explore leadership, influence, negotiation, visibility and the confidence to communicate your value. This session includes audience engagement and opportunities to raise questions.
Refreshment break
A chance to refresh, connect and reflect.
Session FourThe Winning Circles
A guided, interactive session focused on real life and professional challenges, shared perspectives and practical approaches to moving forward.
Session FiveMy Next 90 Days
Bring the day's learning together, identify your priorities and develop a personal action plan for the next three months.
Closing reflections
Close the day with key takeaways and a final reflection on what winning your way means to you.
End of masterclass
Programme timings and session descriptions may be refined as final event arrangements are completed.
The Amani Auditorium · EbonyLife Place London
Your experience includes
Everything in your day
01A full day of masterclasses led by Mo Abudu.
02Practical insights drawn from her entrepreneurial, leadership and creative journey.
03Interactive exercises, guided reflections and audience participation.
04Opportunities to ask questions and engage with the themes explored throughout the day.
05Lunch and refreshments, subject to final catering confirmation.
06Networking opportunities with fellow participants.
07A personal 90 day action planning exercise.
08The opportunity to experience EbonyLife Place London, a cultural and creative destination dedicated to African and Black stories, culture and experiences.
The day is designed to provide meaningful learning and structured engagement with Mo. It does not include a guaranteed individual one to one consultation.
TIME100 · 2025
About Mo Abudu
Taking African stories to the world
Mo Abudu is an internationally recognised media entrepreneur, filmmaker and founder of EbonyLife Group, widely celebrated for her role in taking African stories to global audiences.
2013EbonyLife TV launched
2014EbonyLife Films founded
2026EbonyLife Place London opens
After a successful career in human resources and corporate leadership, Mo transitioned into media and entrepreneurship, creating Moments with Mo before launching EbonyLife TV in 2013 and EbonyLife Films in 2014. She has since built EbonyLife into a multi platform media and entertainment group spanning film and television production, international partnerships, creative education and cultural experiences.
Through EbonyLife, she has championed African storytelling, forged partnerships with international media companies and created platforms that develop talent, expand opportunities and bring African stories to audiences around the world.
In October 2026, Mo extended this vision to the United Kingdom with the opening of EbonyLife Place London, the UK's only dedicated Black cinema and a new destination for African and Black culture. Located on Wandsworth Road in London, EbonyLife Place brings together cinema, hospitality, art, food, retail and cultural programming under one roof. Its facilities include the 160 seat Amani Auditorium, the Living Wall Gallery, Maji Bar and Concession, Zuri Retail, Fèhìntì Lounge and The Afrobeat restaurant. Designed as a home for Black cinema and a vibrant hub for cultural exchange, it creates a space for African and Black stories, creativity and talent to be celebrated, experienced and shared.
Mo's journey reflects ambition, courage, resilience and a willingness to build beyond established boundaries. From corporate leadership to entrepreneurship, from Nigerian television to international film partnerships, and now to creating a dedicated home for Black cinema in London, she continues to turn bold ideas into tangible platforms and opportunities.
WINNING HER WAY: The Mo Abudu Masterclass Series brings together lessons from that journey in a practical and personal experience for women who want to think bigger, lead boldly, embrace new possibilities and build their own next chapter.
Recognised around the world
ForbesWorld's Most Powerful Women 2025 · Ranked #98Harvard Business SchoolMo Abudu at Harvard Business School
Your booking will be confirmed in accordance with the published registration, payment and cancellation terms. Questions? Email enquiries@ebonylifeplacelondon.com.
Frequently asked questions
Good to know
When is the masterclass?
Saturday 30 January 2027, from 10:00am to 6:00pm.
Where will it take place?
At EbonyLife Place London, 208 Wandsworth Road, London SW8 2JU.
How much does it cost?
The investment is £750 per person including VAT.
Who will lead the masterclass?
The masterclass will be led by Mo Abudu.
Is this only for women who own businesses?
No. The experience is designed for women across different industries, career stages and professional backgrounds who want to grow, lead, build or reinvent themselves.
Will I have a private one to one session with Mo?
The programme includes audience participation, questions and structured group engagement. Individual consultations with Mo are not included in the standard ticket.
Will food be provided?
Lunch and refreshments are planned as part of the experience.
How do I secure a place?
Register using the Register Your Interest button on this page. Your place will be confirmed in accordance with the published payment and booking terms.
Your next chapter is yours to build
Winning Her Way
You have the ambition. You have the experience. You have the potential to do more.
Take a day to reflect, learn, connect and decide what comes next.
The Mo Abudu Masterclass Series · Saturday 30 January 2027 · EbonyLife Place London