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Talentiish Launches in NYC with Top Tik-Tok talent & iconic artists

New York City’s entertainment scene just got a whole lot more vibrant! Talentiish, a cutting-edge agency championing underrepresented talent in the artist and management space. Officially launched with a dazzling soirée at Tribeca’s Roxy Hotel.

Kevin Aviance

The fabulous fete was a star-studded affair. Graced by renowned Talentiish talent like Beyoncé collaborator and DJ/musician Kevin Aviance. Pro-wrestling champion and actor Anthony Bowens. Plus-size model and dancer Dexter Mayfield. TikTok stars Jae Gurley and Lukas Battle, and the esteemed skincare expert and professional chemist, Glow by Ramon.

Left to Right: Glow by Ramon, Anthony Bowens, Julian Andrew, Dexter Mayfield, Lukas Battle

Beyond the red carpet arrivals. The intimate evening offered guests an immersive experience into Talentiish’s vision for the future of talent management. Led by industry veteran Julian Andrew, the event unfolded with insightful discussions. Creative sparks flying and a palpable sense of talent discovery permeating the air.

Left to Right: Julian Andrew, Nick Jara, Jae Gurley, Dexter Mayfield, Thomas Lanese , Lukas Battle, Makenzie Reid

Talentiish stands as a beacon of inclusivity. Unwavering in its commitment to championing and elevating LGBT and BIO POC talent. Spearheaded by Andrew’s extensive experience and pioneering vision. The company aims to revolutionize the entertainment landscape by showcasing the richness and vibrancy of these often-marginalized communities.

Dev Doee , Elle LC

More than just an agency, Talentiish is a movement. It’s a platform for authentic storytelling. Genuine representation, and the amplification of unique voices. With its official launch in New York City, Talentiish has etched its name in the entertainment world.  Promising to rewrite the narrative and shine a spotlight on the future of talent.

Kevin Aviance, Julian Andrew

Photos: BFA Miguel McSongwe/BFA.com

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Positive Impact and Sustainability Director, Patrick Duffy, is the GFX + SwapChain founder. As an expert in developing networks and activating ideas, Patrick guides creative teams for GFX + SwapCahin in 50+ countries where GFX has taken place at institutions like V&A in London, Federation Square Melbourne, Madison Square Garden in NYC and more. Patrick experience producing events and creating marketing campaigns for some of the world’s most recognized brands across the art and fashion space include HM, Moët Hennessy, Microsoft and spans 15 years, hundreds of events in 5 continents.

Patrick is also a Co-Founder and Chief Catalyst Officer for the Circular Fashion Summit, where he works with industry titans to create positive action working alongside the UN to implement the SDGs. In addition to his work with Patrick managed global partnerships for Common Objective (CO), an intelligent business network for the fashion industry, has launched “Mr Duffy” a 100% circular and sustainably focused clothing collection with partner Fashion 4 Freedom in Vietnam and is a partner at Design Pavilion, NYC’s Largest public interfacing event with over 7 million visitors in partnership with Times Square and NYEDC during NYCx Design week each May.

Patrick’s public speaking engages and excites businesses and consumers about about creating a industry shift and positive impact which has brought him to the United Nations, many intentional fashion weeks and sustainability conferences around the world. Further Patrick hosts a regular segment for the Nasdaq financial network about design, economic empowerment and a sustainable future in partnership with Design Pavilion.

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