The creative industry is about to be shaken up by The Conclave Club, an exclusive platform for creators worldwide to collaborate, grow, and access unparalleled networking opportunities. Born from a recognised void in the industry, the club seeks to provide targeted support and foster connections among niche creatives often overlooked. As Akash Singh, a club member puts it perfectly, “A club that allows you access to some of the foremost experts in your creative field is incredible. The connections you make can be truly mind-blowing.”
The name “Conclave” itself oozes exclusivity and privacy, reminiscent of those historic cardinal gatherings back in the day. This vibe infuses every aspect of the club, from how they select members to their tightly guarded events and activities. But over the next five years, they envision building a robust global network, transcending borders and allowing that sweet cultural exchange and resource-sharing among members.
Getting into this club is no cakewalk. They have a rigorous selection process, evaluating the quality and impact of your work, your professional rep, ethical standards, and ability to vibe well within the community. But the kicker is – diversity and inclusion are huge for them, ensuring a vibrant, inclusive crew that celebrates all sorts of perspectives and experiences. As Ifeoma Efiokwu, a renowned dancer from Nigeria raves, “This club attracts an increasingly diverse creative community which naturally energises me.”
The Conclave Club focuses on uniting outstanding creatives globally. Its official 2023 launch in Lagos, Nigeria by founder Femi Taylor and co-founder Ebunoluwa Dosumu introduced this premium, private community facilitating creative industry opportunities, growth and mentorship. Notable members include Tia Taylor, Dr Jude, Ruth Waziri, Harmeet, Sarah Uwaje, Zainab Balogun and more talented multi-disciplinary creators.
While they keep their activities and events under wraps, we do know members can look forward to casual meetups, social events, and project collaborations that bring different creative disciplines together. The real buzz is around their upcoming UK launch event on June 28, 2024 – which promises an experience that’ll blow the Nigerian launch out of the water and have the creative scene hyped! Brand partnerships and sponsorships are a key component of this UK launch, offering brand visibility, immersive experiences, and potential collaborations between creators and brands.
As the Conclave Club grows, maintaining that exclusivity and high standards is a top priority. Through careful vetting, limited membership numbers, regular evaluations, and fostering a strong community, they aim to preserve that intimate, quality-focused ethos.
Their mission is to serve as a platform where a variety of members, brands, and creators can engage, collaborate, enjoy themselves, unite and feel included, regardless of their location worldwide.
While the club’s vision aims to connect experienced and emerging creators worldwide, prioritising investments in key areas to influence the creative industry, and create inclusive environments, offerings, and events for members across the globe. Additionally, they aspire to cultivate a diverse membership base that accurately reflects the countries they operate in. The focus is to enlist a combined total of 200 members into the Conclave Club, representing 10 diverse nations, by the year 2027.
With a core team including Femi Taylor, Ebun Dosumu, Chisom Njoku, Percy Magaya, and Zainab Bakare driving its vision, the club stands out as a secretive conclave of curated creators, united by their exceptional talents and shared pursuit of excellence, and It is certainly one to watch out for.
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Written by Angel Joanne Okonkwo
