H.E. Yolande Y. Smith is happy to announce that this year’s Artist in Residence is Mr. Kitaka Mawuto.

Kitaka Mawuto is a man dedicated to positively impacting the lives of people through different channels. He is a farmer, educator, community organizer, Strategist, Media Consultant and creative entrepreneur. He is the CEO of Elevate Media, a media agency that uses technology and the science of storytelling to elevate brands, grow their customer base and maximize their profits and impact.

As an outspoken community advocate, Mr. Mawuto has spoken up for local farmers, the disadvantaged, and elders. He has participated in dozens of initiatives for Grenadians in recent years, including political and humanitarian campaigns.

Mr. Mawuto is called upon regularly for his perspective on sustainability practices, farming, politics and strategy, and is regularly invited as a guest speaker for various shows and think-tanks.

As much as he loves to support his community, his passion for media and production allows him to help others in creative ways. With 8 years and over 25 clients under his belt, Mr. Mawuto has made a name for himself in Grenada, the Eastern Caribbean Islands, New York, and London. He supports creatives in a variety of industries and sees every challenge as an opportunity for growth. He has produced large- and small-scale productions including his popular Facebook show Conversation 473, The Bubb Report and UpStage, a popular music show that has taken the Grenada music industry by storm. In addition, he and his team provide online media management, brand development, marketing, image consulting, political strategy & communication, PR, social media management & content creation for local and international brands. His work spans several industries including education, fashion, tech, government, food and non-profits.

Mr. Mawuto’s piece, “Bliss”, will be prominently displayed on the mantle in the Ambassador’s office.