What is Afrikea
Our Afrikea consultancy is dedicated to amplifying the voices of African businesses and enterprising individuals by strategically positioning them within Western markets. We focus on crafting compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences, enhancing visibility and fostering cross-cultural connections.
By leveraging deep industry knowledge and a network of influential media outlets, we ensure that African brands and professionals receive the recognition they deserve on a global stage.
We offer tailored services that include media relations, content creation, personal branding, and event management. Our goal is to showcase the innovation, culture, and leadership of African enterprises, highlighting their impact and success stories.
Through a thoughtful blend of storytelling, public relations strategies, and cultural expertise, we empower our clients to thrive in Western markets while fostering a positive and lasting image.
Whether you’re an emerging entrepreneur, an established business, or an influential thought leader, our consultancy will help you elevate your brand, expand your reach, and build meaningful relationships across borders.
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Kalu K. Ugwuomo, Jr
Co-Founder, UTF Holdings LLC
Kalu brings over 15 years of experience in the private equity and single family office industries. As a Senior Vice President at The Bronfman Investment Group LLC and Accretive LLC. He helped to develop Edgar Bronfman Jr’s growth equity platform focusing on New Media & Entertainment , Clean Technology(Global Thermostat), Health Care and Consumer packaged goods. Kalu is a graduate of Howard University in Washington DC.
He is the Co-Founder of Dallas based Investment management firm ,UTF Holdings LLC alongside Mary Ann Thompson-Frenkwhere they launched energy transition platform Obsidian Investment Partners with CNN’s Van Jones. Kalu is a trusted advisor in the arts industry, representing the estate of critically acclaimed portrait artist Iké Udé as the Studio head of Iké Udé Studio Inc. who is currently the lead consultant of the The MET Costume Institute’s spring exhibition, “Superfine; Tailoring Black Style”. Kalu is The Executive Producer of The Nollywood Portraits Project, helping to finance museum exhibitions at the Museum of Contemporary Photography (Chicago), Arles Photo Festival ,The Smithsonian Museum for African Art, MoCP Houston and The Metropolitan Museums Costume Institute. Kalu also serves on the Finance Committee of the Dallas Museum of Art.
