The Standard Group Plc is a multi-media organization with investments in media
platforms spanning newspaper print
operations, television, radio broadcasting, digital and online services. The
Standard Group is recognized as a
leading multi-media house in Kenya with a key influence in matters of national and
international interest.
Alexander-Julian Gibbson is a Houston-based stylist and content creator known for his directional shoots for magazines (think GQ, Vogue and Flaunt) and musicians like Patoranking. This week, Simone and Clare meet the brilliant Nigerian-American to discuss Lagos style, why African fashion talent is so hot right now, and the career pathways for emerging Black creatives.
They ask, what are the barriers and how can we support the next generation? They also have a frank conversation about the state of diversity and inclusion in the global fashion industry, what needs to change and what’s being done.
