Building a Global Brand
(Live From Nairobi)
📅 Date: 22nd November 2025
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM GMT (London) | 7:00 PM Nairobi | 11:00 AM New York | 8:00 PM Dubai | 6:00 PM Cape Town | 5:00 PM Paris | 8:00 AM Los Angeles | 4:00 PM Accra
About the Event
Join us for the first leg of the Indvstry Exchange Program, a live virtual session spotlighting Kenyan founders, creators, and artists who are building global brands and communities across continents.
This session serves as the first point of contact and launch pad before Indvstry Exchange goes live in Nairobi on 6th December, offering a teaser of the high-value conversations, insights, and creative exchanges that will unfold during the in-person event.
Theme: Exploring how African creatives are transcending geography, culture, and industry — creating global influence through art, digital storytelling, and collaboration.
Focus Areas: Identity, global collaboration, creativity as a connector, and redefining success in a borderless creative economy.
Hosted By:
Dinalva Tavares @missdinalva
Moderator:
Gloria Tergat @gloriaaa_t
Speakers
Umutoni Thuku-Benzinge – Founder, Umutoni Jewellery @umutoni.thankyou
London-based fashion entrepreneur and founder of Umutoni Jewellery, Umutoni creates luxury handcrafted pieces that fuse Kenyan and Rwandan heritage with contemporary design. Honoured at the Soho Works Future 50 Awards for Most Innovative Brand, she champions social change through artisan-led jewellery production.
Lisa Ndege – Content Creator @lisandege
A Kenyan content creator and storyteller, Lisa blends lifestyle, culture, and fashion to craft engaging narratives for digital audiences across Africa and beyond.
Shappaman – Singer Instagram Link
Shappaman is a Nairobi-based singer whose unique sound blends Afrobeat, soul, and electronic influences. Known for her dynamic performances, he is shaping the next wave of African music on a global stage.
Jesse Mwenda (Mr Arkiteck) – Multidisciplinary Creative @mr_arkiteck
Kenyan DJ, architect, and sustainable design advocate, Jesse runs Studio Can-V, transforming modular containers into immersive creative spaces. Awarded a €50,000 grant from Jägermeister’s Save the Night Fund, he fuses music, design, and community empowerment to uplift emerging talent.
Why Attend?
Get a sneak peek at the high-value conversations that will feature during Indvstry Exchange Nairobi (6th December).
Gain insight into how African creatives are navigating and succeeding in global markets.
Learn strategies for building and scaling brands beyond geographical limitations.
Engage with Nairobi’s leading creators, founders, and cultural innovators.
RSVP now to secure your spot and be part of this exciting conversation shaping the future of African creativity globally.