Linda Espinosa Valencia is an equity, diversity and inclusion consultant and alongside Ana Maria Desmasion Cornejo co-founded Ventura Collective. Ventura Collective is a Latine women-owned equity, diversity, and inclusion consulting collective. Ventura utilizes the Diversity…
Deji Majekolagbe, born in 1996 in Lagos, Nigeria, currently resides as a photographer in Halifax, Nova Scotia. His portfolio encompasses a diverse spectrum of photography, including weddings, fashion, street, and portrait photography. Deji’s passion…
Lize, originally from South Africa, moved to Canada in 2022 to embark on new adventures and expand her horizons. A crime fighter at heart, Lize is passionate about justice and exploring the complexities of the…
Yangsta is a hip-hop artist and radio/podcast personality from Dartmouth Nova Scotia. He is an avid supporter of the local NS hip-hop scene and has been releasing music for over a decade. Yangsta’s musical style…
Simone Chia is a transformational coach who helps growth-minded individuals step into their purpose and overcome the obstacles holding them back. Using an integrated mind-body approach, she guides clients to develop deeper self-awareness, gain…
Scarlett Rose is a multidisciplinary artist from Kjipuktuk/Halifax, Nova Scotia. With just under a decade in the local entertainment industry, she has developed and performed hundreds of acts with numerous agencies across five provinces….
Ayodele Okundalaiye is a dynamic professional Master of Ceremony/Compere with a sense of humour – he is popularly known as the Senior Advocate of Comedy (SACO). As a Compere, he has consistently delivered outstanding…
Marja is an artist who has recently reignited her passion for painting after taking a break from her craft. Her first mural, a bold and colourful statement, marks her exciting return to the art world….
Karen Dean is a powerhouse of wisdom—real, gritty, hard-earned wisdom that you can’t learn from a book but only through surviving life’s toughest battles. She is an incredible motivational speaker, lifelong entrepreneur, and bestselling…
Jacquelyn Miccolis is a social entrepreneur committed to using creativity to drive positive change. In 2019, she founded Sparkles n’ Sawdust Studio, an award-winning venture recognized for its significant community impact. After navigating the challenges…