Axelle Ahanhanzo - Founder LAUDACE, DEI Changemaker
Axelle Ahanhanzo is an award-winning social impact entrepreneur and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) changemaker, dedicated to creating inclusive spaces that empower underrepresented voices.
Cynthia Ritsma, Co-founder Studio Notoire
Cynthia Ritsma is the co-founder of Studio Notoire, a creative agency for bold brands. With a background in communications, Cynthia loves helping brands tell authentic stories—especially those rooted in underground and artistic cultures.
Nadine Ridder - Speaker, DE&I Expert, Social Change Agent
Nadine Ridder is a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) expert, speaker, and social agent for change. Her mission is clear: to create a more equitable and inclusive society and making a positive impact in the realms of diversity, inclusion, and social justice.
Eben Badu, Co-founder The New Originals
Eben Badu is the creative force behind the Amsterdam-based brand The New Originals. Born and raised in Amsterdam with Ghanian heritage, Eben's multifaceted talents span from DJing to art, storytelling and fashion.
Awura Abena Simpe, Presenter, Writer and Consultant
Awura Abena Simpe is an Amsterdam-based presenter, writer and consultant. With a background in law, entrepreneurship, and media, she empowers individuals and organizations through workshops on career planning and inclusion.
Nathifa Efia, Founder Lait de Coco/DJ
Born and raised in Amsterdam, Nathifa Efia is a multidisciplinary creative and founder of Lait de Coco, a timeless brand with one-of-a-kind handmade and vintage pieces, DJ, owner of the club night Chocolate City and a mom.
Jeena van der Heul, Creative Director
Jeena van der Heul is an Amsterdam-based creative director. Working in advertising for over 15 years, he created award-winning work for consumer brands at internationally renowned agencies Wieden+Kennedy, Sid Lee, JWT, Mullenlowe, Fitzroy, and 180.
Dounia Maakor, Entrepreneur
Moroccan-Dutch Dounia Maakor is an award-winning social entrepreneur. She stands for diversity & inclusion and speaks on the topics such as labour law discrimination, equality of opportunity and social impact.
Prince Cartiee, Photographer
Prince Baffour-Asare is a Ghanaian photographer. Drawing inspiration from his vibrant culture, Prince elegantly captures a modern-day take on Afro-Surrealism in his bold and vivid body of work.