Global Creatives
Who We Are

Connecting people Ideas and Cultures

The Global Creatives is a global platform connecting people, ideas, and cultures across borders. Through community, experiences, and collaboration, we create opportunities for people to connect, grow, and thrive.

Our Vision

To build a globally connected creative ecosystem where people, ideas, and cultures converge to inspire collaboration, unlock opportunities, and shape the future of the creative industries.

Our Mission

To connect people, ideas, and cultures across borders by building communities, creating meaningful experiences, and developing opportunities that foster collaboration, growth, and lasting impact across the creative industries.

What We Believe

Six principles that guide everything we do

Our principles shape how we work, the partnerships we build, and the experiences and programs we create.

Community First

People are at the heart of everything we do. We build meaningful connections, foster a sense of belonging, and create spaces where people can grow together.

Creativity Without Borders

Talent exists everywhere, but opportunities don’t always reach it. We connect creative minds across cities, cultures, and continents to expand access, inspire collaboration, and bring ideas to life.

Excellence in Craft

We believe meaningful work comes from thoughtful execution. From the smallest details to the bigger picture, we approach every experience, initiative, and partnership with care and intention.

Collaboration Over Competition

We believe progress is greater when it is shared. We foster an environment where people exchange knowledge, build relationships, and create opportunities together.

Authentic Voices

Every community has its own identity, perspective, and culture. We embrace local experiences, celebrate diverse voices, and build connections that respect the uniqueness of every place we engage with.

Growth Through Learning

We believe growth is a continuous process. Through knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and meaningful conversations, we create opportunities for people to develop their skills, broaden their perspectives, and realise their potential.

Our Story

From Lagos to the World

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2023

The Beginning

Every movement starts with an idea. The Global Creatives began with a vision to bring creative minds together, build meaningful connections and create a community where talent could find opportunity beyond its immediate environment.

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2024

Bringing the Vision to Life

The idea became a community. Our first gathering took place in Lagos, followed by our international debut in London. These early experiences laid the foundation for a growing network built on creativity, connection and shared ambition.

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2025

Expanding Beyond Borders

Our community continued to grow across countries, connecting creative minds and building relationships across cultures and continents. With new international milestones, The Global Creatives strengthened its vision of a world where creativity travels, collaboration crosses borders and meaningful opportunities reach beyond geography.

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Today

Building a Global Platform

We entered a new chapter, building beyond gatherings to develop a broader platform for community, experiences, learning, talent and career opportunities. With a growing international presence, we are creating more ways for people, ideas and opportunities to move across borders.

Global Footprint

15 Cities and Counting

Every chapter is led by local creatives who understand their city, its culture and the community that makes it unique.

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Lagos

Nigeria

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Abuja

Nigeria

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Port Harcourt

Nigeria

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Cotonou

Benin

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Addis Ababa

Ethiopia

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Nairobi

Kenya

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London

United Kingdom

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New York

United States

Leadership

The people behind the movement

MO

Marvincreft

Founder & Global Community Lead

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Raluca Teslovan

Global Head of Partnerships

VO

Victoria Okwujia

Global Head of Programs & Events

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