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Young Africa Centre

Calling all creatives: come and learn from a panel of experts on how to maximise your creative potential!

The Africa Centre

Unlock Your Creative Potential: Insights from Successful Artists &amp; EntrepreneursAre you a photographer, illustrator, poet, musician, singer-songwriter, journalist, or multi-talented creative enthusiast? Whether you're just starting, navigating the early stages of your creative journey, or looking to upskill, this event is tailor-made for you!Join us for an unforgettable evening of inspiration and wisdom as we bring together a distinguished panel of creative experts who have harnessed their talents to the fullest. Discover the secrets to maximizing your creative potential and transforming your dreams into thriving businesses.Our panellists, who have achieved remarkable success in their respective creative industries, will divulge their invaluable insights and personal experiences. They'll share the trials and triumphs they encountered, shedding light on overcoming challenges and carving a unique niche in the creative world.Don't let this opportunity pass you by! Embrace your creative potential and embark on your journey to success. Reserve your spot now!S PEAKERS<ol><li>Samm Henshaw - Singer-songwriter, Producer</li><li>Gracey Mae - Entertainment Journalist &amp; Music Executive</li><li>Michael Tubi (a.k.a Michael Tubes) - Photographer and Videographer</li><li>Courtney Conrad - Award Winning Poet and Writer</li><li>HAM the illustrator - Visual Artist &amp; Creative Director</li></ol>H OST: Douglas Jekan - Radio Host, Music &amp; Tech Enthusiast, and Founder of PGM Club.Event Supported by the PGM Club

D﻿ouglas JekanDouglas Jekan is arguably one of the most influential radio personalities in the Afrobeats space. With an inherent love for pushing traffic to good music and with over 20 years of professional experience on radio, Douglas is also an astute music critic and the founder of the PGM Club.

S﻿amm HenshawSamm Henshaw is a British singer, songwriter, and musician known for his soulful music. He first gained recognition in the music industry with the release of his debut EP titled "The Sound Experiment" in 2015. His music often combines elements of R&amp;B, soul, and pop. Samm has worked with everyone from Pharrell to Rag 'N' Bone man and supported Chance The Rapper and James Bay on tour – talks music, money, love and politicsHe is celebrated for his powerful and distinctive voice, which has drawn comparisons to iconic soul and R&amp;B artists. With over 1.2 million listeners on Spotify, Samm is an incredibly successful talent to learn from.

G﻿racey MaeShe is the UK's #1 Female Afrobeats Host, dedicated to the mission of Amplifying African Art. With over 8 years of experience in her arsenal, she's a vibrant and vivacious award-nominated Entertainment Journalist. Hailing from London but with Nigerian roots, she has cultivated a devoted following across various media platforms, including TV, Radio, Pop Magazines, Podcasting, YouTube, Playlisting, and more.As a prominent figure in the UK Afrobeats industry, she boasts an impressive record of over 250 interviews, spanning from icons like Davido, Tiwa Savage, Olamide, D'Banj, Yemi Alade, Sarkodie, Stonebwoy, Mr Eazi, Fuse ODG, Kizz Daniel, to the rising talents of today, including Tems, Fireboy DML, Adekunle Gold, Omah Lay, Ayra Starr, and Oxlade.She takes great pride in her role as an Afrobeats Ambassador and Advocate, actively promoting music from the African continent across multiple platforms. This commitment is evident through her role as the host of the Afronation Show on Westside Radio, her contributions as an Afrobeats Music Columnist for Pause Magazine and F Word Magazine, as well as her curation of Afrobeats playlists on Apple Music, Spotify, and Audiomack.Her passion for discovering emerging talent shines through her unwavering support for up-and-coming stars, exemplified by her 'Unsigned' initiative, a live stream talent show. Her dedication to equality extends to championing female Afrobeats artists year-round, ensuring their recognition and spotlight.In addition to her extensive industry involvement, she remains a pivotal advocate for talent from the African continent, serving as a voting member for prestigious awards such as the Grammy Awards, the Brit Awards, the BET Awards, and the MOBO Awards. Her motto is clear: Afrobeats to the world!

H﻿AM The IllustratorHAM is a freelance creative director, composer and illustrator based in London. His work reflects the intersections between multimedia storytelling and social impact. HAM’s aim is to create impactful stories that reflect his life experiences and those of his communities, whilst generating opportunities to fund and develop young black talent and pioneer young activists towards global sustainability, human rights and climate change.

M﻿ichael TubesThe name “Michael Tubi” may not sound familiar to music fans but they definitely have seen photographs by Michael Tubes. In the last five to six years, his work has become one of the most sought after, especially for concerts held in the UK. Most times when a Nigerian musician has a show abroad, chances are that Michael Tubes shot it.

Courtney ConradCourtney Conrad is a Jamaican poet. Her debut pamphlet I Am Evidence is published by Bloodaxe Books. She is an Eric Gregory Award winner and a Bridport Prize Young Writers Award recipient. She is a Mslexia Women’s Pamphlet Prize winner. She was shortlisted for The White Review Poet's Prize, the Manchester Poetry Prize, the Oxford Brookes International Poetry Competition, the Aesthetica Creative Writing Award’s Poetry Prize, the Bridport Poetry Prize and the Poetry Wales Pamphlet competition. She was longlisted for the Rebecca Swift Women Poets’ Prize and The Rialto Nature and Place Poetry Competition. Her poems have appeared in Magma Poetry, Poetry Wales, The White Review, Stand Magazine, Bath Magg, Poetry Birmingham Literary Journal, Anthropocene Poetry Journal and The Adriatic Magazine. Her work has been anthologised by Anamot Press, Bridport Prize, Re.creation, Peekash Press, Bad Betty Press and Flipped Eye Press. She is an alumna of The London Library Emerging Writers Programme, Malika's Poetry Kitchen, Barbican Young Poets, Obsidian Foundation Retreat, Griots Well Collective and Roundhouse Poetry Collective. She has performed at Glastonbury Festival, Brainchild Festival and UKYA City Takeover. She has been commissioned by the Museum of London, Institute of Contemporary Arts, Apples and Snakes, Victoria &amp; Albert Museum, Guildhall, Tate Britain, The Africa Centre, BBC 1Xtra, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Spread the Word.

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