Afoali Ngwakum Akisa is a Montreal-based creative mind, storyteller, and founder of 9:16 Stories, a video production company specializing in emotionally resonant, goal-driven narratives. Inspired by her father’s love for capturing family memories, Afoali turned her passion for storytelling into a thriving career, helping businesses and creators cut through the digital noise with content that connects and drives results.

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Her work has delivered measurable impact across industries. Afoali’s expertise helped Swab the World raise over $232,000 through social media campaigns, secured $614,000 in funding for Sayaspora’s mission to empower African women, and supported Juno in raising $300,000 to innovate menstrual health solutions. Known for blending creativity and strategy, Afoali ensures that her clients’ stories resonate and inspire action.

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In her workshops, Afoali empowers participants to create engaging content that not only captures attention but delivers real results. By sharing practical techniques, creative insights, and actionable strategies, she equips business owners, marketers, and creators with the tools to stand out in today’s crowded content landscape.

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Keithy Antoine is a host, visual artist, and social entrepreneur. She creates and hosts content for radio, television, and events. She first gained recognition as the co-host of the pioneering hip-hop radio show Nuit Blanche (1991–2001) before joining XM Satellite Radio and MAtv. She co-produced and hosted Les Entrevues Lounge Urbain on FibeTv1 and later hosted Le Spot on Natyf-TV. Since 2022, she has been part of the Radio-Canada series Pa t’mentir (Gémeaux and Numix awards) and contributes as a cultural reporter for PAN M 360.

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She produces and hosts Nouveaux Départs, a podcast on immigration launching in March 2025 on Canal M, and is the artistic director of an NFB documentary on Afro-ecology set for release in 2026.

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As a visual artist, she has exhibited internationally (Louisiana, Guadeloupe, Cameroon) and created permanent artworks for Howard Park in 2023. She is also a member of the Afro-descendant artists’ collective WECANERS. In 2019, driven by her social commitment, she founded Union Urbaine, a cultural and social inclusion organization based in Saint-Michel and now located at 6649 Plaza St-Hubert. It operates STYL'AFRIQUE, a workshop-boutique offering tailoring services, creative workshops, and Afro-urban fashion.

Tracy Paulotte is a cultural strategist and producer dedicated to transforming Quebec’s creative industries by promoting access, representation, and opportunities.

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With nearly eight years of experience, she designs and leads programs, panels, and events that offer tailored training, mentorship, and increased visibility within the industry. Her background spans commercial, web, and television production, with key roles in projects such as La Nuit où Laurier Gaudreault s’est réveillé by Xavier Dolan, Le Beau Chaos on Télé-Québec, and Les Rendez-Vous de Nolie on Natyf TV.

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Certified in production management (INIS), independent production (Main Film), and human resources management (UQAM), Tracy combines creative vision and strategic leadership to deliver high-impact projects. She also leads workshops for audiences aged 8 to 50, raising awareness about the importance of accessibility and representation in behind-the-camera roles.

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As the head of programs at the Dynastie Foundation, Tracy designs and implements initiatives that highlight Black talent in the arts, media, and culture, creating sustainable professional opportunities — from creative roles to leadership positions — one project at a time.

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