13 years of impact, access, and growth for emerging creatives and Black-owned businesses.

We were founded on a simple but urgent mission: to close the gap between talent and opportunity. For too long, creatives and Black-led businesses have brought the vision, the cultural influence, and the creative excellence without equal access to the funding, platforms, and global markets their work deserves. We were built to change that.

What began as a platform to spotlight emerging talent has grown into a global creative ecosystem, one that builds real pathways into industries, institutions, and decision-making spaces across the UK, Africa, and international markets.
Today, we operate at the intersection of culture and commerce. We advise, connect, activate, and invest, ensuring that underrepresented talent is not just visible, but positioned to lead.

What
we do

Cultural Strategy & Advisory

We advise brands, institutions, and governments on how to engage with culture in ways that are credible, relevant, and built to last. From insight to execution, we design strategies, campaigns, and programmes that connect with real communities and deliver measurable impact. Our work goes beyond visibility, shaping narratives, influencing behaviour, and driving both cultural and commercial outcomes.

Creative & Cultural Partnerships

We architect partnerships that place brands at the centre of culture, not on the sidelines. Through collaborations, campaigns, and curated programming, we connect organisations with the right talent, platforms, and audiences. The result is deeper relevance, stronger engagement, and sustained visibility across markets.

Experiential Retail & Brand Activations

We design and produce spaces where brands show up with purpose and impact. From pop ups and residencies to large scale retail integrations, we create experiences that drive discovery, connection, and commercial outcomes. Our work transforms physical environments into cultural destinations where brands belong, not just appear.

African Creatives
Initiatives

Coca Cola Commercial
Talent Consultancy
Coca Cola Commercial
Talent Consultancy
Coca Cola Commercial
Talent Consultancy

The Runners
Creative Agency

Bridging Brands & Organisations With Culture & Community

Coca Cola Commercial
Talent Consultancy
Coca Cola Commercial
Talent Consultancy
Coca Cola Commercial
Talent Consultancy

Cultural
Updates

Connecting People with Work, Culture and Insight

Kojo Appointment
Black On The Square
Coca Cola Commercial
Talent Consultancy
Coca Cola Commercial
Talent Consultancy

What
we do

Emerging Creatives
Initiatives

We are on a mission to bridge the gap for emerging creatives, addressing barriers such as limited access to new opportunities, senior professionals, and creative development. Our extensive network of global partners supports these efforts, allowing us to facilitate creative exchange and provide essential support to individuals regardless of their background or location across the UK and West Africa.

Black Business
Initiatives

We are dedicated to creating new avenues of access and commercial visibility for black businesses in the UK and across Africa. We specialise in elevating brand and exposure through networking events such as RUN Gala, access to finance and immersive experiential retail projects. We aim to empower black-owned businesses to thrive in today's competitive market landscape, driving sustainable impact and lasting change.

Africa
Initiatives

Connecting Homegrown Creativity and Commerce to Global Markets

Global Youth Summit

African Creatives Campaign

Mayor Of London

African Lead Artists

MAC Cosmetics

African MUA Programme

Somerset House Residency

African Brands Integration

V&A Museum

African Fashion Designs Programme

VISTA Global Founder

Diaspora Founders Series

University of ARTS London

African Beauty Programme

London College of Beauty

African Beauty Programme

Covent Garden High Street

African Brand Residency x Pop Up

1-54 Global Fair

African Artist Booth x Exhibition
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The Runners
Creative Agency

Bridging Brands & Organisations With Culture & Community

My Runway Group X DEPT

Project Advisory

Cannes Lions X MRG

Focus Group Session

Jamie Johnson

Digital Marketing

Soho House

Project Advisory

Coca Cola Commercial

Talent Consultancy

MAC Cosmetics

Community Engagement

Afro FUTURE

Events Management

Black On The Square

Project Advisory

Magnum

Events Management & Production

Magnum

Events Management & Production
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Leading Brands

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