Gordon Jay Mushore
Gordon Jay Mushore Gordon Jay is a passionate Creative Entrepreneur and Co-Founder of Mindscape Events Namibia, a well-established Corporate Communications, Creative and Event Management company, able to boast a vast array of services under one roof. Mindscape Events Namibia produces world class and immersive event experiences through integrated synergies between creatives, culture, consumers & brands. Notable projects include the African Music & Arts Festival – An Annual Event Celebrating Africa’s Diversity, Heritage & Culture, the Namibia Creative Summit & Iconic Music Fest, Rock’N’Roll Namibia and Burna Boy Love Damini Tour (2022).
Kayode Adebayo
Kayode Adebayo Olukayode Adebayo is a seasoned professional in the Creative & Culture Industries, Media, Events, Technology, and Consultancy and is the Convener of the African Music and Cultural Expo (Amfest Expo), orchestrating bespoke culture professionals gatherings across the African Continent and beyond, fostering enterprise development, and facilitating invaluable networking opportunities for culture industry practitioners. Kayode is the Founder/CEO of Ckrowd.com, A Music Business Education & Digital Profiling Platform for Music Industry Professionals. The platform facilitates training, verifications & endorsements for African Music Professionals, facilitating international music industry earning opportunities and career development.
Walter Wanyanya
Walter Wanyanya Co-founder and director of Arts Connect Africa, Walter Wanyanya is a creative and technology entrepreneur based in Harare, Zimbabwe. Founder of various tech and music production firms, Walter is an accomplished artist manager and worked closely with the late Dr Oliver Mtukudzi until his untimely passing in January 2019. Walter is also the founder and Artistic Director of the Stanbic Bank Jacaranda Music Festival , Jabulani Jazz Festival and The Flame Lily Rock Music Festival which take place in Harare, Zimbabwe.
Katherine McVicker
Katherine McVicker Founder and director of Music Works International, and co-founder of CCA. An experienced public speaker and booking agent, in her 30 year career specializing in jazz and world music, she has helped to develop the international careers of a wide range of artists, including Norah Jones, Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, Joshua Redman, Branford Marsalis, and Ladysmith Black Mambazo. She has developed promoter networks in Europe and Scandinavia and is currently w