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Idris Elba in Conversation: Creativity as Capital for Change

Location

Truman Brewery (SXSW London Stage)

Date & Time

June 4, 2025, 4:45 - 5:30 PM

About

Category: Business & Leadership

Track: SXSW London Stage

Format: Panel

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Description

In an era of fractured systems and deepening inequality, creativity is no longer just a form of expression it’s a ticket, a currency, and a catalyst for real economic and social transformation. In this exclusive two-part SXSW London session, Idris Elba—actor, entrepreneur, musician, philanthropist, filmmaker—joins special guests to explore how creative influence can challenge injustice and unlock new economic models for global creators

Speakers

SS

Stefan Schwartz

Writer & Director

Luther, Spooks, The Walking Dead & LOTR - The Rings of Power

KO

Kwadwo Owusu-Agyeman

Managing Director

Akuna Wallet

DV

DJ Vyrusky

DJ

IE

Idris Elba

Actor & Co-founder

The Akuna Group

MD

Manon Dave

Creative Technologist, Product Designer, Musician & Founder

Moderator

CA

Clara Amfo

British radio broadcaster and TV show host

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