Moridja Kitenge Banza, Chairman of the Board of Culture Montréal and a Canadian artist of Congolese origin born in Kinshasa in 1980, is a graduate of the Académie des Beaux-Arts de Kinshasa, the École des Beaux-Arts de Nantes Métropole and the Université de La Rochelle. Winner of the grand prize at the DAK'ART Biennial in 2010, he was awarded the Prix Sobey in 2020. His work has been presented at the AGO, the Musée d'art contemporain de Montréal, the National Gallery of Canada, the Phi Foundation and internationally. His work can be found in many public and corporate collections, including BMO, RBC and TD Bank.

Marieme is a host, actress, and singer-songwriter who is never short on ideas. She first made an impression as a VJ on Musique Plus and as the host of 3 filles célibataires on VRAK. Since then, her energy and boundless creativity have propelled her into numerous hosting roles, including Tout inclus (ICI Télé), Le cœur sur le flow (La Fabrique Culturelle), De par chez nous (Unis TV), and Ma première place des arts (MATV). On radio, her voice has resonated on Dutrizac 6@9 (QUB Radio) and La route des 20 (ICI Première).

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A committed artist and advocate for diversity and inclusion, Marieme founded Les nouveaux modèles in 2018, an inspiring initiative connecting cultural community figures with elementary and high school students. As a producer at St-Laurent TV, she has contributed to series such as Bon matin Chuck and Les mal-aimants.

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With her album Mario, Marieme makes a powerful return with an introspective and unapologetic project blending pop, hip-hop, and R&B, where she embraces her identity and champions a collective awakening for a more inclusive Quebec. Whether in front of the camera or behind the scenes, Marieme embodies energy, passion, and commitment.

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Nicole Antoine is a dynamic force in experiential marketing and brand strategy, with over a decade of experience working with more than 40 top-tier companies. As a co-founder and CEO of BLAXPO and Four Brown Girls, Nicole has created platforms that amplify underrepresented voices and foster authentic human connections. Recognized in Forbes, The Social, Globe & Mail, CBC, and named Bay Street Bull’s Woman of the Year, she’s a trailblazer in the industry, balancing corporate success with community impact.

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Her journey spans from managing Black-centric community centers to leading marketing for a national sneaker company. Nicole’s expertise in customer service, strategy, and management shines through in every role she’s taken on. Now, as the Managing Partner of N/A & Co, she continues to elevate brands by crafting meaningful, innovative experiences that not only engage but also drive change.

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Currently pursuing her EMBA at McGill HEC, Nicole's passion for marketing, human connection, and storytelling is stronger than ever, and she’s committed to ensuring her clients stand out while making an impact.

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