About | The Founder

About Me

Aquayemi-Claude Garnett Akinsanya

Mr. Lord Aquayemi-Claude G. Akinsanya

(Advocate & Trailblazer)

Garnett

(The Musician & Lyrical Performer)

Mr. Lord Aquayemi-Claude G. Akinsanya is an award-winning media strategist, (keynote) professional speaker and globally recognised social impact leader working at the intersection of culture, sustainability and storytelling. With over seven years of experience across media, entertainment and advocacy, he has built a reputation for transforming ideas into movements and platforms into influence. A Forbes-recognised leader and Global Recognition Award winner, Aquayemi-Claude has been featured for his expertise in marketing, branding and cultural impact. His work continues to shape global conversations around sustainability, diversity and social justice, collaborating with leading organisations, nonprofits and purpose-driven brands.His portfolio spans high-impact campaigns, content creation and strategic consultancy across sectors including fashion, lifestyle and media. Through collaborations and programme engagement with organisations such as Lonely Planet, Enterprise Nation, Hiscox many more to be named, he has also contributed to mission-driven initiatives across sustainability and social impact landscapes.

Lounges.tv (Claude)

Cameo (Book Me~Claude)

As the host and producer of the Shinespot Light: Cultivating Awareness Podcast, Aquayemi-Claude delivers powerful, thought-provoking dialogue to a growing global audience, amplifying voices and issues that matter. His dynamic presence extends across broadcast, digital platforms and live stages, where he is known for delivering compelling, insight-driven keynote talks that inspire action and drive change.

He is also the founder of impact-led initiatives including Fridays For Future Richmond and GlobalConnect, demonstrating his commitment to innovation, accessibility and community empowerment.Garnett ~ The Musician, Singer-Songwriter & Creative VisionaryAlongside his work in media and social impact, Aquayemi-Claude is also known creatively as Garnett a musician, singer-songwriter who been in the creative shaping a distinct sound rooted in authenticity, storytelling and emotional depth. As Garnett, he merges music with message, creating work that reflects themes of identity, resilience, social awareness and lived experience. His artistry extends across platforms including Spotify, SoundCloud, BandLab and social media, where he continues to build an emerging and engaged audience. Beyond performance, Aquayemi-Claude plays a strategic role as an A&R manager and songwriter within his own musical journey developing sound, direction and creative positioning with the same intentionality that defines his work in media and branding.A Multi-Dimensional Creative & Cultural LeaderBlending strategic insight with authentic storytelling, Aquayemi-Claude Garnett Akinsanya represents a new generation of talent one that seamlessly bridges media, music and social impact.

(His work sits across)

• Media & Entertainment Strategy

• Social Impact & Social Justice Advocacy

• Sustainability & Climate Action

• Podcasting & Thought Leadership

• Fashion & Lifestyle (Sustainable Focus)

• Health & Wellbeing (including neurodiversity awareness)

Whether on stage, behind the microphone, in the studio or leading campaigns, he is driven by a singular mission: to create meaningful impact, amplify underrepresented voices and build platforms that inspire lasting change.

Connect & Platforms Media & Personal

@a_claude_2020 | @TCSL2022 | @aquayemiakinsany3 | @Iam_Claude25

Podcast

Shinespot Light: Cultivating Awareness Podcast | @ShinespotLightCapod

Music (Garnett)

@garnett2000.musician | @GarnettMusician | BandLab: @garnett_2000 | Spotify: Garnett | SoundCloud: Garnett

Lounges.tv (Garnett Musician TV)

Bandlab (Garnetts 💎)