Creatives

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Kelechi has built a career as a formidable personal trainer, actress, dance innovator, pole dance teacher and successful dance studio owner. In 2018, Kelechi won Fitness Queen of the Year at the Precious Lifestyle Awards, followed by two Screen Nation awards in 2019 for Best Podcast and Best Social Media Personality. Kelechi has been partnering with many prestigious organisations and individuals both in the United Kingdom and internationally and is known for speaking at events on important global and local topical issues. Credible, engaging, and inspirational, Kelechi can discuss even the most sensitive topics with her audience in a way that is truthful, entertaining but also educational. Kelechi has multifaceted knowledge in equality, anti-racism, and diversity, ‘’cancel culture’’ and other contemporary topics and offers a high-energy, thought provoking and motivational approach that encourages people to adopt and consider new concepts and attitudes. Kelechi’s irreverent persona has garnered her vast social media following of over 150k across platforms and 1Million downloads of her critically acclaimed podcast ‘Say Your Mind

Jonas Cemm is an accomplished British theatre director, playwright, and actor. Raised by a single mother in a council house in Birmingham with a strong connection to his Irish roots, Jonas brings a unique perspective to his work—rooted in resilience, storytelling, and a commitment to exploring complex human experiences.

Trained as an actor, Jonas initially pursued a career on stage before transitioning to directing. He

has directed, acted, and edited scripts in over 25 productions of works by George Bernard Shaw,

becoming one of the foremost authorities on Shaw’s plays in the UK.  His award-winning theatre companySHAW2020 has cemented his reputation as a leading figure in bringing Shaw’s legacy into the present day.

Jonas is also a founder and co-writer with JoJo Panto Scripts, penning original productions (which

he also directs), such as Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty and Jack and the Beanstalk. His style is a fusion of classic theatre sensibilities and modern, inclusive creativity—one

that engages a wide range of viewers, from those familiar with the classics to those seeking fresh,

innovative theatre experience.

Femi Oke is a British-Nigerian  international journalist, broadcaster, podcaster, professional moderator, and the co-founder of the diverse female moderators’ bureau Moderate The Panel.

Femi has an extensive career which includes presenting on the legendary U.K music show Top of the Pops. She’s worked for major networks including BBC Television and Radio, Sky TV, ITV, National Geographic Channel, CNN International, Al Jazeera English and the National Public Radio (NPR) in the United States. Her pro-tips for longevity in the media are:

“Don’t let rejection put you off. Treat a no as the scenic route to yes, and always moisturise”

Femi is currently working on a true crime series for Audible.

Lucy Sheen is a British actor, director, and writer whose career spans stage, screen, and television. A pioneering British East Asian performer, she starred in the groundbreaking film Ping Pong (1986) and has since appeared in numerous productions, including Julius Caesar at the Royal Shakespeare Company. She was also in Julius Caesar at The Bristol Old Vic, directed by Roger Rees, making history as the first actor of East and Southeast Asian (ESEA) heritage to play a major female Shakespearean role on a renowned UK stage.

More recently, Lucy has been seen on television in BBC The Listeners, Netflix’s Back in Action, BBC’s Silent Witness, and many others, showcasing her versatility across drama and contemporary storytelling.

As a writer, Lucy explores themes of identity, heritage, and representation, bringing underrepresented voices to the forefront. Her work spans plays, screenwriting, and spoken-word pieces, with a focus on British East Asian narratives. She remains a passionate advocate for diversity in the arts, challenging stereotypes and championing authentic storytelling.

As a director, Lucy has helmed theatre productions that amplify underrepresented voices, with a focus on British East Asian narratives. Her directorial work includes new writing and adaptations that challenge conventions, provide platforms for diverse talent, and explore themes of identity, heritage, and representation.

Mojisola Elufowoju is an award winning Theatre Director and is the CEO and Artistic Director of Utopia Theatre. A leading African Theatre company resident at Sheffield Crucible Theatre. 

Mojisola is passionate about the growth and development of ethnic minorities in the theatre industry. 

She has recently launched a new initiative, Utopia Theatre Creative Hub, bringing African theatre experts together to offer courses, workshops and events online. 

Mojisola has a number of impressive credits the most recent of which include; Here's What She Said To Me (Utopia Theatre /Sheffield Crucible and tour of 21 venues including York Theatre Royal, Belgrade Theatre and Hull Truck Theatre) How Far Apart? (Utopia Theatre at Arcola Theatre and Sheffield Hallam Performance Lab) Far Gone (Theatre Deli - Sheffield and Sheffield Theatre Studio) The Bogus Woman (London South Bank University at Camden People’s Theatre).