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As a seasoned voiceover artist, producer, and trainer with over 13 years of experience, I work to make a mark in the African voiceover industry.

My journey began as a stage actor and music recording artist, later transitioning to brand and content design. I founded Voiceover Workshop and Media, a leading voiceover training and production institute in Lagos, Nigeria.

Achievements:

• Convener the Pioneer and Biggest Voiceover Conference in Africa, The voiceover conference
• Launched Nigeria's first Voice Acting Contest (now The VOStar)
• Trained hundreds of students across Africa and beyond
• Signed as Brand Ambassador of CalledOut Estates Limited
• APVA award winner for Best Corporate Narration (2022)
• Produced and voiced hundreds of voiceover projects
• Organized numerous webinars, training sessions, one-on-one coaching sessions and conferences.

My goal is to unify and empower African voiceover talents, showcasing them globally while creating platforms for training, recognition, and reward.

I strive to leave a lasting impact on the industry, making a profit while doing so. Let's connect and explore the possibilities in the voiceover industry together.

Joan, an American author, actor, voiceover artist, and on-camera host, serves as the Co-founder, CCO, and Secretary of the Society of Voice Arts and Sciences™ (SOVAS™). Leading this international nonprofit, Joan spearheads the renowned That’s Voiceover!™ Career Expo and the distinguished Voice Arts® Awards, hailed by Good Morning America as the Oscars of Voice Actors. Alongside various initiatives providing invaluable training, education, scholarships, and career counseling for aspiring voice actors, Joan has featured legendary talents such as James Earl Jones, Viola Davis, Mark Hamill, Lily Tomlin, Muhammad Ali, William Shatner, Michael Buffer, Rosario Dawson, Ken Burns, Sigourney Weaver, and Laraine Newman who have graced the stages of the Voice Arts Awards gala.

Joan’s teaching credits include Columbia University Graduate Voice Acting Class instructor, sharing her VO expertise with students at New York University, Western Kentucky University, Actors Institute (NYC), and New York’s Professional Performing Arts School, PPAS. As the author of "Secrets of Voice-Over Success," Joan has chronicled the career trajectories of top voice actors, contributing significantly to the understanding of this dynamic field. A recipient of multiple Telly Awards and Promax/BDA Awards, her voice resonates across prominent channels like ESPN, ABC’s The View, HBO, and Grand Theft Auto. On A&E, she graces screens as the risk taking on-camera host for Tribeca Film Festival Red Carpet Interviews.

Beyond her professional accolades, Joan is a philanthropist at heart, featured in notable publications such as The New York Times, Washington Post, and Hollywood Reporter for her commitment to giving back. From her Manhattan studio in the Ed Sullivan Building, she coaches students in the nuances of professional voice acting, from novice to seasoned pro.

Joan, a key curator in Spotify's Outside Voices season 3, took center stage at Cannes Lions 2022 alongside journalist Jemele Hill for the panel, 'Representation Behind the Mic: an Outside Voice Event.' Revered for her impactful conversation, Joan's commitment to diversity and amplifying voices in the global creative industry initially garnered the attention of Spotify.

Joan became a juror for The Television Arts and Science Emmys in 2022, embracing the opportunity to assess the exceptional work that came across her consideration. Engaging with the artistic brilliance of each submission has become not just a duty, but a source of genuine joy!

In late 2022, Joan embraced a new role as an adjunct professor at the Hartt Theatre Division at the University of Hartford, pioneering the institution's inaugural voice acting curriculum.

Currently residing in Weehawken, New Jersey, Joan continues to shape the voiceover landscape with her husband and business partner, Rudy Gaskins, embodying a commitment to excellence, education, and philanthropy.

With almost 30 years of experience as a voiceover artist, Chilu has established himself as a highly sought-after professional in the industry. His talent is versatile, ranging from providing intimate narration for company training videos that require staff to wear headphones, to entertaining large crowds at prestigious events such as the Africa Cup of Nations opening ceremony, the Kora All Africa Music Awards, or the CNN/Multichoice Africa Journalist of the Year Awards. Chilu’s distinctive and commanding voice imbues every project he works on with a sense of sincerity and warmth, making him one of the most recognized voices on the continent. He is a prominent figure in the world of radio commercials, television episodes, and public announcements, lending his voice to countless productions across various media platforms. He is a multiple award winning VoiceOver talent.

Tim Friedlander is a distinguished voice actor and studio owner based in Los Angeles, renowned for his talent and advocacy within the industry. With a remarkable career spanning various facets of voiceover work, Tim has solidified his position as a leading figure in the field. As the president and co-founder of the National Association of Voice Actors (NAVA), Tim has tirelessly championed for artists’ rights, embodying a commitment to the betterment of the profession. Tim’s voiceover portfolio boasts an impressive array of roles across animation, gaming, and television. He is known for his contributions to popular titles such as “Hunter x Hunter,” “One Punch Man,” and his portrayal of Long Caster in “Ace Combat 7.” Additionally, performance as the English voice of Ares in the Netflix series “Record of Ragnarok” has garnered acclaim, showcasing his versatility and skill. Throughout his career, Tim has lent his voice to diverse projects, including the Pro Bull Riders Association broadcasts on CBS and the English dub of “Beforeigners,” where he voiced the character Navn. Notably, his work on “Toymakerz,” a hit show on the Velocity Channel/History, and the History Channel series “Evil Genius” further demonstrate his range and expertise. Tim’s talent has been recognized with prestigious awards, including the SOVAS Voice Arts Award for Best Political Voice Over in 2023, among numerous nominations across various categories. His dedication to excellence and innovation in voice acting is evident in his consistent pursuit of excellence. Operating from his state-of-the-art studio, soundBOX:LA, Tim continues to captivate audiences with his compelling performances and unwavering commitment to his craft. In addition to his artistic endeavors, Tim co-founded NAVA and serves as the co-owner and editor of The Voice Over Resource Guide, further cementing his role as a leader and advocate within the voiceover community. Represented by Atlas Talent in Los Angeles and New York, as well as ACM Talent Management in LA and New York, Tim Friedlander remains a driving force in the world of voice acting, leaving an indelible mark on the industry with his talent, passion, and dedication.

Wale is a marketing and communication CEO/Vice President, digital innovator and football enthusiast. As a marketing expert, Wale is the founder and current Vice President of Cerebre Media Africa a marketing and communi- cation agency and SevenStaves a content and technology company in Africa. With over 25 years experiences in the industry, he has amassed vast knowledge and insight in mar- keting and communication and since Cerebre Media Africa is strategically located in three African countries, Wale has worked with leading global and continental brands looking to reach the continent of Africa. In 2020, Wale founded LealFC a local football club. In its 3 years of incorpo- ration, LealFC has been able to host two major local club competition in partnership with both foreign and local footballing bodies. LealFC has also been able to export about $5m of Nigerian footballing skills abroad. As a graduate of Microbiology, his passion for data analysis and research led him to start a career as the data and research analyst at, Lowe Lintas, the first advertising agency in Nigeria. Since then, Wale's passion has been driven by a data driven mar- keting and advertising approach even as he grew through the ranks across several prestigious marketing agencies in Nigeria. Wale has worked with notable brands which include: Exxon Mobil, Microsoft Nigeria, First Bank Nigeria, Ecobank, Wema Bank, Hygeia HMO, Vilisco, House of Chi, Dabur, Pepsi, Nigeria Breweries and many more top brands. One of Wale's notable achievements was running an activation for Unilever Nigeria Lifebuoy brand, which got into the Guinness Book of World record as the largest number of children washing their hands at the same time for Global Hand washing day. Wale also serves as the The Covenant Nation, Iganmu Campus Pastor.

Paula Gammon Wilson (Owner/Director) Pepsqually VO and Sound Design, Inc. (NYC) and Pepsqually Portugal, LDA (Lisbon, Portugal) Paula Gammon Wilson is known for her excellence with managing multinational production teams due to her nearly 30 years of production experience with companies and clients in North America, Asia, Europe, and South America. Paula is a graduate of Walnut Hill School for the Arts (Design and Production); Pomona College (Theater Production and Movement Studies), the Alvin Ailey School Professional Division (Independent Study); and the New School for Social Research (Screenwriting and 3rd World Cinema).

In 2001, she began working as a union production manager and stage manager in New York, and for regional and touring shows, while also dancing professionally. In 2004, she began working as a voice over artist. She subsequently left the US, and worked for the next several years as a voice over artist, while also directing musicals and performing in South Korea, Argentina, Italy, the UK, and Dubai. She returned to the US in 2011, and began directing and production managing voice over for cartoon series and pilots, commercials, promos, and educational projects, as well as writing copy for commercials and adapting scripts for animation. She opened Pepsqually VO and Sound Design in the spring of 2014. She has since grown the company from one animated series, one engineer, and seven cast members to employing three engineers, seven writers, and 100+ actors across several projects. As of 2024, projects for which Pepsqually has provided voice over performance direction, casting, and/or sound design have received two Kidscreen Awards (among three nominations), one NAACP Image Award omination, and eleven Parents' Choice Awards. The streaming/digital-first animated projects for which Pepsqually has provided voice over direction, casting, and/or sound design, have collectively amassed just over 1 billion views on YouTube alone.

In 2020, Paula opened a companion company in Lisbon, Portugal. Pepsqually Portugal, LDA is dedicated to the incubation and production of children's media by and for minority/marginalized populations. There are currently nine shows in the studio’s development pipeline.

In addition to casting, directing, and project managing all Pepsqually projects, Paula Gammon Wilson also serves as a freelance voice over performance director, project manager, casting director, and writer for several other production companies in the US and Europe.

Flora Gabtony brings over a decade of experience as an Executive Coach, Leadership Development Expert, and ICF-certified leadership Coach, making her a distinguished figure in ethical leadership and organisational behaviour.

Her commitment to ethical practice is further exemplified through her role as a Professional Ethics Facilitator with the Global Academy of Professional Ethics (GAPethics), a pioneering institution that offers innovative programs to reshape the landscape of ethical leadership in various professional sectors by rooting its teaching in the rich ethical philosophies, traditions and leadership wisdom of Africa. Flora has trained over 9000 individuals from both public and corporate sectors on ethics, values, sustainability, and social responsibility.

Her profound contributions to ethical leadership, character education, and transformative coaching have earned her the nickname "MadamEthics" from her students. Notably, her pivotal role at GAPethics secured her a place among an elite group of 200 African women, selected from an impressive pool of over 2300 applicants spanning 52 countries into the African Women Entrepreneurship Cooperative (AWEC) Group for its inaugural cohort by the Centre for Global Enterprise (CGE) USA. At the end of the one-year program focused on leadership strategy and management skills, Flora's dedication and innovative prowess earned her the esteemed Commitment Award, the AWEC Champion of the Year and a Program Advisory role. Now a Mentor, Flora is pivotal in driving change by supporting a select cohort of African women entrepreneurs and business owners through a rigorous year-long program, fostering a new generation of leaders. A first-class psychology graduate from the University of Lagos with an MSc in Organizational and Occupational Psychology from the University of East London, United Kingdom, and currently pursuing a PhD in Management (Organizational Behaviour) focusing on Ethical Leadership at the Pan Atlantic University Lagos, Flora is on a mission to decode the 'WHY' of human behaviour and use these insights to foster personal and societal growth. Teaching, Coaching and Consulting: Flora’s outstanding contributions to academia and teaching excellence have earned her accolades on both local and international platforms. Flora’s leadership radiates brightly as the Head of Training and Leadership Development at Teach For Nigeria. She oversees a dedicated team of Senior Coaches and Coaches and trains over 600 Fellows (Teachers) in remote schools and communities across Lagos and Ogun State on pedagogical and leadership skills. Her multifaceted role encompasses pivotal areas such as Curriculum and content Design, Programs/Training, Fellows' Well-being, and Placement/Stakeholder Engagement, amongst others. In this role, Flora earned a standing ovation for innovation and the prestigious Award for Exceptional Dedication and Commitment within her first six months in this transformative role. Flora's journey is not only about professional accomplishments but also about personal victories. As a cancer survivor, she has firsthand experience of the healing power of the mind. This personal journey has motivated her to become a source of hope for many others. It has led her to establish the PHLORISH Cancer Wellbeing Initiative, a social enterprise dedicated to empowering individuals affected by cancer to embrace resilience and hope. The initiative provides comprehensive support and resources for a thriving life beyond diagnosis. Flora also hosts the online show "I'VE GOT CANCER, SO WHAT," where she brings together individuals affected by cancer to share experiences aimed at eliminating the perceived stigma around cancer. For Flora, every accomplishment brings her closer to her ultimate goal: to use her expertise in psychology to create practical strategies for behavioural change while promoting resilience, well-being, and ethical leadership to impact Nigeria and the world positively

Nadeem is a professional voice over artist. He started his journey in the voice over industry in 2010. With the mindset of an architect, Nadeem is able to present creativity and tailored experiences to each of his clients. Those unique experiences and Nadeem’s diligence are the reasons his voice is heard daily on Arabic TV, radio, and social media platforms making him an unmissable part of Arabic contemporary culture. Nadeem continues to share his talents everyday training up-and-coming voice over artists through the international franchise Gravy For The Brain Arabia, that aims to raise investment in the voice over industry with the objective of shaping voice over careers to the market growth’s benefit.

Seun Shobo is an exceptionally gifted individual, widely recognized as the BrandMASTER. Renowned as a premium voice-over talent, voice-over coach, brand consultant, and inspirational speaker, Shobo embarked on his career as a brand consultant with a fervent commitment to elevating domestic brands to global prominence. Over the years, he has collaborated with numerous multinational brands, contributing both as a distinguished voice talent and a strategic brand consultant. Shobo is credited with the inception of several successful startup brands, effectively guiding them through their growth and expansion phases.

With an illustrious career spanning over two decades in the voice-over industry, Shobo's passion for its advancement and his commitment to nurturing African talents for global success led him to establish the pioneer training hub for voice talents in Africa—The VoiceOver Academy which has produced some of Africa's notable voices and content creators. Additionally, Shobo founded The Voice Over Bank, which serves as one of the continent's top rated professional pool of voices and a hub for top-tier audio productions.

Shobo's impactful projects have garnered global attention, earning him accolades such as the prestigious Voice Arts ® Outstanding Global Influencer Award by the Society of Voice Arts and Sciences (SOVAS) and the Leadership Impact Legacy Award by the Association of Podcasters and Voice Artists (APVA). As a professional member of the World Voices Organization (WOVO) USA and the Voice and Speech Trainers Association (VASTA), USA, Shobo holds a distinguished position as the first African on the board of VASTA. He is also recognized as an International Ambassador of the Society of Voice Arts and Sciences (SOVAS).

A trailblazer in the industry, Shobo authored the groundbreaking workbook "Voice Over Career Advancement Plan" (VOCAP). This practical guide has quickly become a must-have for voice-over talents, offering invaluable insights to help plan their career paths.

Through his timeless teachings and insightful nuggets shared on various platforms, Shobo has significantly elevated the appreciation for voiceovers, vocal awareness, and branding among both existing, emerging and multinational brands. He sees himself as part of a generation of creative voices determined to challenge the status quo, spread the voiceover gospel, and contribute to making the world a more excellent voiceover industry.

Ayomide Ibrahim is an astute entrepreneur cum professional accountant and the CEO of FinServe Pro, a financial services company providing accounting, tax, loan, and insurance services to individuals and organizations alike.

FinServe Pro is located in Maryland and Texas USA.

Ayomide is a certified accountant in 3 different countries. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, ICAN; an Associate Member, of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of England and Wales, and a Certified Fraud Examiner. He is also a Certified Information System Auditor (CISA) and Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).

Before moving to the United States in 2017, Ayomide served with the Lagos State Government as an accountant (2006 – 2017).

In 2016, Ibrahim Co-founded Sept30 Media and Productions, where he also worked as the CFO. In 2018, he joined Sharf Pointers Financial Services, a CPA firm in Maryland, and later Robert Half where he worked as a Consultant (Accounting & IT Audit and Tax) in several companies and firms including PwC, Five Guys Enterprise, and now Smart Electric Power Alliance in Washington, DC.

In 2022, he was awarded the AD King Young Professionals’ Iconic Award at the AD King Young Professional Boot Camp for his unflinching commitment to creating financial inclusion for all.

• Voice President of Cashman Commercials. Writing, casting, producing voiceover for Radio & TV or non-broadcast projects.

• Creative Director/Executive Producer with extensive achievements in Radio advertising production, marketing development, budget planning, technology deployment, media promotion and public relations.

• Over 40 years of professional experience in virtually every U.S. market, as well as international markets, in creative development, digital production, casting, writing, directing, editing and performing.

• Internationally recognized speaker to voiceover conventions and conferences, advertising federations and broadcasters associations.

• Recognized for delivering projects on time and on budget through both individual work and the use of small groups and teams.

• Relied upon to design and implement solutions to complex issues that challenge current marketing strategies.

• National and international voiceover instructor and coach. Recognized as one of the top V-O instructors in the U.S. and abroad through classes in "The Cashman Cache of Voiceover Techniques" in Los Angeles, CA, , in-studio and online. Has taught graduate and undergraduate students at USC, UCLA and The California Institute of the Arts. Named one of the "Best Voices of the Year" by AudioFile Magazine three times and an Audie winner.

• Specialties: Radio and TV commercial creation, casting, producing, directing, copywriting, composing (jingles, under-scores), post-production experience.

Folu Storms is a versatile force in the entertainment industry, seamlessly blending her roles as an accomplished actor, media personality, and voice performer. Graduating from the prestigious Relativity Media Film School, Folu has not only honed her craft but has elevated it to new heights. Her captivating presence has graced the screen in award-winning productions such as "Crime and Justice Lagos," "The Men's Club," and "Unmarried," establishing her as a luminary in the world of acting.

Beyond her acting prowess, Folu Storms is a captivating orator whose words resonate with power and authenticity. Her ability to command attention is not confined to the screen; she effortlessly captivates audiences across various platforms. A skilled dancer as well, she infuses her performances with a natural grace that adds an extra layer of depth to her artistic expression.

Folu Storms is more than an actor; she is a conditioned athlete, embodying resilience and dedication in her pursuit of excellence. With a unique blend of talent, charisma, and physical prowess, Folu Storms continues to leave an indelible mark on the entertainment landscape, captivating hearts and minds wherever her artistry takes her.

Kamiza Chikula is a consummate communicator with nearly three decades of experience in every aspect of Marketing, Public Relations and Corporate Communications. Kamiza has held numerous high profile positions in several international organisations such as MultiChoice Zambia, Habitat for Humanity Zambia, Barclays Bank Zambia, Standard Chartered Bank Zambia and in his last formal job was employed as Head of Marketing and Communications at Stanbic Bank Zambia Limited. In 2015, Kamiza established Feira Communications (Feira Comms), a company offering bespoke Corporate Communications services to a wide array of organisations.

Kamiza has held his own hosting numerous State functions, high profile corporate events, the Zambia Tourism Awards, Public Speaking and Communications workshops for both Government and corporate clients, as well as the MTN Group Y'ello Star Awards alongside Jo-Ann Strauss at the Johannesburg City Hall.

Kamiza has hosted every Stanbic Music Festival and events carried live on national television.

Kamiza produced, directed and presented Investrust Bank's InvestChat Radio Show, the MultiChoice Zambia Subscribe and Win television show, hosted the Enterprising Zambia with Barclays television show and had several guest presenter stints on Standard Bank's Blue Wave produced by JLP Television. On the Voice Over front, Kamiza has done work across the region with many respected media institutions and is managed internationally by Intertalent (Pty) Limited. Cases in point are the DStv Extra Mile advertisements, HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series promotional advertisements, GOtv advertisements, the Zambia Tourism Agency AU Summit promotional video, the Zambia Development Agency "Invest in Zambia" promotional video, and the SMART Zambia Interactive Voice Recordings used on their automated call centre system.

Kamiza enjoys giving talks and has spoken to audiences at the YALI Regional Conference (Johannesburg), the US Embassy American Centre, The American Corner (NIPA, Lusaka), Chikumbuso Project, Presbyterian Church, Miracle Life Family Church, Ladies Circle Zambia, Zambian political parties Inter-Party Media Teams Forum convened by the National Democratic Institute, the Government Communication Strategy workshop (Siavonga), and at several companies in Lusaka where he also conducted tailored sessions to suit their specific requirements. Kamiza regularly speaks on Effective Communication, Personal and Corporate Brand Enhancement, Fulfilling Purpose and Handling the Media. Kamiza works well speaking off the cuff and is never daunted by sudden changes in programmes or scripts. A very quick learner, Kamiza embraces each event, project and assignment with zest and professionalism. The Lusaka native has travelled quite extensively and relishes every opportunity to see and learn new things. Kamiza's personal philosophy is "To remain a Champion, Think and Train like a Contender."

Wakio Mzenge is an award-winning voice, stage and screen actor with vast experience, renowned for her professionalism, craftsmanship and her notable performances in numerous films and TV shows, and on stage. Currently, she plays the lead role in the new Kenyan Showmax Original political thriller series, County 49, where she delivers an electrifying performance as Governor Nerimah Mkung. She has also featured in the Showmax Original police procedural and legal drama Crime and Justice, M-Net’s two-time Kalasha Award winning Swahili telenovela Selina, KTN’s drama series My Two Wives which earned her a Kalasha Award nomination for Best Lead Actress in a TV Drama in 2018, Showmax Original thriller series Igiza, NTV’s Pendo and Citizen TV’s Makutano Junction. She made her debut film appearance in 2020 with

Her voice has travelled the world in projects such as: • Stain Not Shame campaign, which won an award at Cannes 2023. • Deutsche Welle’s Learning by Ear series • Documentaries by Biscuit Factory and Adastra Development Ltd, • Better World Educational videos by Discovery Learning, • Women of the World docu-series • AMREF - HELP Solution project • EAC Infrastructure Documentaries • Anzilisha Maternity Health project • The voice of Beatrice in the Kiswahili version of 19 Cantos of Dante Alighieri’s Divine Comedy for the initiatives of the MAECI for the 700th anniversary of the demise of Dante Alighieri 2020 courtesy of The Italian Cultural Institute • Scripted and voiced the BOMAS at 50 (2021) documentary and numerous radio commercials • TVCs and IVRs for brands such as Safaricom, Pwani Oil Ltd, KPLC, NCIC, Nestle, HELB and YU-Mobile.

As a Bachelor of Education holder, Wakio has dedicated her time to teaching performance skills and sharing her vast experience both in virtual and in-person masterclass sessions at KCA UNIVERSITY and Voice Actors League of Kenya (VALK). She was one of the speakers at the 2022 Virtual Voice Over Africa Conference on Swahili as a Language of Business. Wakio

Lau Lapides is the Owner and President of Lau Lapides Company https://laulapidescompany.com/, with hybrid training and production studios in Boston, NYC and LA. She is also the proud pioneer and VO Talent Agent Artist for MCVO, A Division Of Model Club, Inc. in Boston with a voiceover roster showcasing the top talent from coast to coast representing talent from five countries worldwide. MCVO clients from the Regional to National and to International genres in Commercial to Industrial to Animation! Lau's boutique coaching studios offer top tier training for Voice Over Talent worldwide. Our global coaching team of award-winning broadcasting & media pros are all actively working in the industry and are nationally recognized. We have partnered with the highest level of Talent agencies, managers, casting & producers to provide fresh opportunities to work in major markets for our talent.

Her years-long guest co-host spot on award-winning VO Boss has earned her many international nods, including a SOVAS nomination this past year! She is the co-author of 50 Ways To Mega Crush Your Media Career with former CNN correspondent to the White House Dan Lothian, and a recent contributor to the updated June 2023 edition of James Alburger's book The Art Of Voice Acting. Her studio's Talent Inner Circle (TIC) global acting and voice over members boast some of the top media broadcasting, TV, film and radio artists in the world. As a producer, Her most recent event, New England Voice Over (NEVO), launched the pioneer first ever international voiceover summit and showcase, this past October 2023 just outside of Boston. https://www.newenglandvoiceover.com/, as well as a Virtual Spring Showcase in May 2024!

She holds an M.F.A. in Acting and is an ArtsBridge Scholar from the University of California at Irvine. As a resident and active member of the thriving New England entertainment industry, she is a proud member of SAG-AFTRA, AEA, Board member of BWME (Boston Women in Media Entertainment), NAB (National Association of Broadcasters), AWART (American Women in Radio & Television), AWM (Alliance for Women in Media), NAPW (National Association of Professional Women) and MBA (Massachusetts Broadcasters Association). She was selected as The Ad Club's Women's Leadership Forum Boston 100 Women We Admire Award, twice a recipient of the prestigious "Women Who Make a Difference Award" honoring entrepreneurial women leaders of the Babson College community. She served as a judge for the National Gracie Broadcasting Awards in Washington D.C. 3 years running and her studio's radio/voice over client biographies were recognized and nominated for a Gracie Award.

Kwesi B. Busia is a British-Ghanaian law graduate and full-time professional voice actor. Born and raised in the United Kingdom, Kwesi was exposed to the performing arts from a young age. He frequently participated in theatrical after-school activities, and was coached in speech, drama, and singing from several institutions.

He began his voice acting career after graduating Summa Cum Laude from university when he was contracted to record a series of audiobooks in Ghana. Since then, his passion for voice acting has grown, and he has garnered over five years of experience working with hundreds of brands in over 27 countries across the globe. He has recorded voiceovers for many different genres, including commercials, documentaries, Pre-learning projects, animations, video games, meditations, and More. Kwesi’s versatility as a voice actor has allowed him to record in a range of captivating styles, dynamic tones, and convincing accents, including British and American. He harbors a heartfelt love for the creative process, and thoroughly enjoys bringing scripts to life through his voice acting.

Esther Kemi Gbadamosi is the Founder/Creative Director of Radioxity Media. A writer, cinematographer, editor and stop motion animator. Her films have received several international filmmaking awards including Berlinale Mastercard Fellowship 2024, Berlinale Talents 2023, Winner MIFA Annecy 2022 Nigeria, selected for Animarkt Workshop 2023, Best Animation at the Inshort Film Festival 2021 in Lagos, Best Stop motion Animation LIFANIMA 2022, the Independent Short Awards Los Angeles for the Best Female Director, the Best Documentary at the Lake International Pan African Film Festival Kenya, Nominated for Best Animation at AFRIFF and AMAA Awards 2022 respectively.

She was also selected by the Durban FilmMart 2022 and Cape Town International Animation Festival 2022 to present her upcoming animated film 'Prepared to Die'. She was recently listed on the MIPTV Cannes Producers to watch 2023.

Charlene Mangwueni-Furusa is an outstanding screen actor, voiceover artist and broadcaster based in Zimbabwe Over the years, she has had an outstanding career as both a performer and voice acting professional with numerous brands and accolades attached to her name.

2023 – WINNER LADIES IN MEDIA AFRICAN FEMALE VOICE ARTIST OF THE YEAR

2018 WINNER- 3RD EDITION BULAWAYO ARTS AWARDS- OUTSTANDING THEATRE ACTRESS FOR UKAMA https://www.musicinafrica.net/magazine/bulawayo-arts-awards-2019-all-winners

2018 WINNER-17TH EDITION NAMA OUTSTANDING THEATRE ACTRESS FOR THE INCIDENT http://www.chronicle.co.zw/actress-looks-beyond-borders/

2017 -WINNER – ALPHA MEDIA HOLDINGS 100GREAT ZIMBABWEANS AWARD, MEDIA AND FILM CATEGORY

2017 - MY 2017 FILM COOK OFF, IS THE FIRST ZIMBABWEAN FILM TO BE ON NETFLIX AND EARN GLOBAL AUDIENCE AND HAS WON NUMEROUS AWARDS GLOBALLY.

Tolulope Kolade, also known as Tcode is an award-winning Voiceover artist, Voiceover Coach and Podcaster with over 6 years of experience in the VO Industry. He is a former radio host and the winner of Nigeria’s first Voice Acting Contest in 2021, a competition that featured over 60 participants from across the country.

He is the creative partner at the Association of African Podcasters and Voice Actors (APVA), and a member of the Association of Voiceover Artists, Nigeria (AVOA). Tcode is actively involved in organizing, hosting or speaking at Industry events like AVOA webinars, the Voiceover conference, the VO Africa Conference and the APVA Awards.

He is the founder of Coded Voiceovers, VoiceVerseNG, a platform where he and his team amplify Nigerian voiceover artists and their incredible works and the Everything Voiceovers Podcast, where he interviewed voiceover experts across Africa.

Leslie Olabisi is a Nigerian American New York Meisner/Method-trained actor, host and voiceover artist, additionally skilled in improv and stage combat, working towards SAFD certification. She launched LOVStudios, a multi-media production company where she hosts several shows on its YouTube Channel and podcast of the same name on Anchor FM, Spotify and additional outlets.

Her 20 yrs in the fashion and entertainment industries developed her extensive skills in design and video editing, specializing in desktop publishing and she offers niche wedding service product, Wedding Magazines.

She is managed by The Talent Express, and represented by Eileen Haves Talent Representatives (Commercial); PN Agency (NYC & Canada voiceover) Devine Voices (int’l VO); Impressive Talent (Mid-Atlantic).

Stephanie Nicholas, popularly known as Voiceofsteph is a seasoned award winning self taught professional voiceover artist, presenter, event host, script writer and content creator based in Lagos State, Nigeria.

She is the winner of the APVA (Association of African Podcasters and Voice Artists) voiceover artist of the year (overall in Africa)”Best Voiceover Artiste” in the Icons Noble Awards 2023.

With over 4 years in the voice over industry, she has trained and coached aspiring voice over talents in the mastery of the art.

Founder of the VOSACDEMY, an online voice over and presentation institution based in Lagos Nigeria, she has through the platform trained a total of 172+ students in the VosAcademys 5 Days of Intensive Voice Over Training for Beginners.

Voiceofsteph who became popular on social media through her educative voice over related contents and for being the voice behind MTN Nigerias customer care rep IVR offers Voice Overs in the British, American, Nigerian and Pidgin accents, allowing her work with clients from different parts of the world.

Voiceofsteph has delivered top quality Voiceovers for brands like; MTN NG, SAMSUNG, MICROSOFT, FIDELITY BANK, GO MONEY, ZENITH BANK, CAPBRIDGE, CDCARE, TEESAS APP and many more.

David Attah is a passionate voiceover artist, coach and content creator from Nigeria with about 6 years experience in the voiceover field. He is the founder of Daza Voiceover, a fast growing company that deals with professional voiceover recording, training, mentorship and Management.

With a great sense of humor, he creates, relatable, engaging, entertaining and educative content in form of talking head videos for thousands of followers spread across his social media pages across platforms.

David Attah has recorded Voice Overs for major brands such as DSTV, Fastest Cakes, Obi Cubana's Odogwu Bitters and CFMCG, Development Bank NG, and many others. He is also an alumni member of the Voiceover Workshop, one of the top Voiceover Institutes in Nigeria.

Hungry for growth and burning with passion, Kevwe Ononuro is an exceptional storyteller with keen interest in 2D animation and illustration who hopes to be an integral part of the leading force that changes the existing narrative of storytelling in Africa. Kevwe expresses his creative ability through KHYNETIC, an incorporation he founded in 2016 which he currently heads operations that works to convey compelling tales. He is also building Sonder, a platform dedicated to building a collaborative team of filmmakers and storytellers, along with a community of individuals seeking to gain experience in filmmaking and storytelling. His ambition spills over across several creative roles in film where he is committed to helping individuals, and brands to express their missions, visions and purposes through the creative power of illustration and animation.

Charles Alade is a communications strategist, media and advertising executive. He is the immediate past General Manager of Royal Roots 92.9FM Ibadan and the Team Lead at Hebbymix Studios Limited, a multimedia company that offers media solutions to businesses around the world. A member of Forbes Black Community and an Associate Member of The Advertising Regulatory council of Nigeria (ARCON). He is a renowned broadcaster, talent manager, and conference speaker. In addition, he is an international voice artist and coach. His body of work as a media executive includes hosting a variety of programs on radio stations like Premier FM, Kings FM, Star FM, and Solutions FM on topical issues around culture/lifestyle, business, and entertainment. He is a multi-instrumentalist and musician who has performed and recorded many popular songs, such as “Alapanla” “Caesar,” and “Special To Me.” He has won numerous recognitions, such as the “Nigeria Broadcasters Merit Award Team Song Winner 2018,” and “Create Naija Entertainment Awards 2022.” A two time Most Impactful Media Personality in Nigeria Nomination by Naira Awards. His voice is used in a wide variety of productions, including commercials, audio books, cooperate videos, and promos for many prestigious companies such as MTN Nigeria, itel, Chi exotic, Mutual Trust microfinance bank, Dominican university, Foodco Nigeria, Westgate lifecare Mall, etc. He is the founder of the Voiceover Bootcamp Africa, a platform for training and exporting professional voice actors, often hosted in collaboration with veteran BBC broadcaster Peter Baker and other international facilitators around the world and has trained over 400 voice over talents. Charles’s literary prowess is also evident with his best-selling book “Overnight Success.”

Stephanie Ugbeye, also known as “The Vocal Expressionist” is a Professional Media Consultant - Creative Writer, Producer, Singer, Screen & Voice Actor, Talk Host and Voice Over Facilitator. So far, she has worked with over 150 Brands to achieve vocal renditions for various projects with language specifications in English, Itsekiri and Pidgin. Known for her bright, conversational, engaging, friendly and warm vocal attributes, she is a versatile talent who is able to vocally interpret different characters and expressions by voice acting, singing and narrating for various voice over projects that include Jingle Productions, Radio & TV Commercials, IVRs, Documentaries, Podcasting, Audiobooks, Animation, Bedtime stories for kids, Radio Dramas and sound effects. She became a certified Professional and Seasoned Voice Over Talent after completing the Voice Over Pro Course and graduating from the Voice Over Academy in 2017. She also currently facilitates practical voice over learning sessions at the Voice Over Academy, Lagos. She has also featured on some TV and stage shows which include: Africa Magic’s Mr Grumpy and his little Geniuses where she played the role of a puppeteer and parrot named Pipa. Others include, Africa Magic’s Riona, Visa on Arrival S2 and Showmax’s POAH. In 2021, she had her stage debut performance in the stage play - Otaelo, where she played the role of Chinyere. She loves to use her voice as a vocal catalyst; one that sells and adds value to brand ideas and concepts through the art of storytelling. This has earned her some reputable recognitions. In 2019, she was identified by Nigerian Entertainment Detectives as one of the top ten Nigerian female voice over artistes of the decade. In that same year, she won the Voice Over Academy Star Alumni of the year Award. In 2022, she was nominated by SOVAS (Society for Voice Arts and Sciences) for Best Spoken Word Performance and in 2023, she bagged two voice awards for Best Documentary Performance and Best Spoken Word Record in the APVA (African Podcast and Voice Awards).
Her biggest goal is to crest “The Vocal Expressionist” Brand in the hearts of men and to be remembered as one of the greatest vocal expressionists of all time.

Serah Johnson is a Professional and Versatile Voice Talent with over 7 years of experience. She has worked alongside award winning Audiobook publishing companies and media houses to help breathe life into written word and give them a competitive advantage in the globalspace.

She is the Director of Tok studios a studio that specializes in providing recording services for all kinds of VoiceOver projects and podcasts as well as mixing and mastering and Sound design services.

She is also a Facilitator at the VoiceOver Academy, Africa’s Pioneer school for Voiceover, where she teaches voiceover for Animation and character interpretation. For her Voiceovers are more than just talking or reading, it’s giving life and expression to written word, helping the end listener feel super connected to a story being told.

Akano Charles Jnr, Professionally known as Ace Wondaz is a radio presenter, Spoken word poet, podcaster, Voice actor and a multi-Award winning Voiceover artist. He is the second runner-up in the Maiden edition of the Nigerian Voice Acting Contest 2021 organized by one of the leading voice-over training institutes, Voiceover Workshop. He is also, a voice talent coach and an amazing voice talent using his voice to help brand businesses and organizations. He is the Host of the Comnerdic Podcast, a podcast that focuses on Highlighting graphic novels/comic books and animations especially from Nigeria. He is a storyteller and is passionate about sharing experiences. He is what you would call a creative by trade.

KAY is a poet, audio storyteller, and multimedia journalist who enjoys telling stories about Black love, redemption, personal growth, and delicious romance. You can hear her voice and words on “Soft Life Manifestations”, “Love and Shege”, and her recently published audiovisual memoir, “Hope looks good on you”

Seun has been in the business of communication for the past 14 years through the platforms of film, television, theater, radio, and live events by pursuing the disciplines of being an actor, master of ceremonies, and voice-over talent.

His charismatic personality and smooth baritone voice effortlessly captivate his audiences. His well-known cinematic credits include HUSTLE by Africa Magic, The Lost Okoroshi, and the TV series The Smart Money Woman, among others. Seun also served as the host of the pan-African television program "Confessions," which broadcast on a variety of channels on the Multichoice pay-TV network.

Being a teacher at heart, Seun approaches coaching pupils on the fundamentals of character analysis and emoting for stage and screen audiences in a relatable but effective manner. Over 350 students have received acting instruction from him over the past six years through the Kids Can Act, Voice-over Workshop Pro, and Lufodo Academy of Performing Arts platforms.

An experienced Radio and Tv presenter with a passion for giving listeners an enjoyable and engaging experience with over 5 years of working experience hosting corporate and social events, presenting TV and radio shows, announcing program schedules, interviewing high profile guests, producing talk shows, reporting news, and recording voice over jingles.