Nicole Lynsey Galison
I am Nicole L. Galinson, a photographer, creative director, editor, and musician. I began my professional career in high school and was mentored by the esteemed photographer Henry Diltz. I have contributed to various publications like INLOVE Magazine, where I served as co-creative director and lead photographer for four covers.
Later, I founded CYNOSURE, a magazine that platforms emerging artists in editorial conversation with legacy talent. Additionally, I am the frontwoman of the band LYNSEY. My talents lie in various avenues, as I continue to bridge the gap between the worlds of music, visual art, and fashion.
Florence Stanley
I am fascinated by emergent behaviours in complex systems — how individual components interact to create something greater than the sum of their parts. This fascination led me to complete a PhD in mathematical modelling of cellular signalling pathways at UCL and has since shaped my career helping startups design and build systems that connect people, information, and purpose toward social and environmental impact. Over the past decade, I have specialised in translating complex technical challenges into meaningful solutions. Now I am ready to grow beyond my technical expertise, learning how to lead organisations that tackle the sustainability and socioeconomic challenges that matter most to me, while building the kind of inclusive cultures where everyone can thrive.
Cassie Cowan
I am Cassie Cowan, a creative leader and MBA student at Central Saint Martins with a background spanning music, technology, and ethical innovation. I have held leadership roles in customer experience and project management, worked in generative AI music as the first woman at Boomy where I helped secure its first record deal with Warner/ADA, and has been featured by NBC News for my vision of bringing ethical AI into underserved music communities. As a multi-instrumentalist, producer, and live sound engineer, I combine my artistic practice with business strategy to champion values-led creative direction. My MBA focus is on developing sustainable models that empower independent musicians to thrive without compromising artistic integrity.
Dalma Urun
I am Damla Stilla Urun, a London based footwear designer known for my sustainable and sculptural approach to shoe design. I grew up studying art from the age of seven, and this is reflected in my work. Stilla has garnered recognition for my innovative designs that blend traditional shoemaking techniques with modern technology. My work often draws inspiration from abstract art, geometry, architecture and my cultural heritage, resulting in unique designs that are both aesthetically striking and environmentally conscious.
Hajer Ahmad
I am a Toronto-raised creative, born in Baghdad. From an early age, I knew I wanted to create. However, I lacked the connection to my homeland, my roots, and my beginning. Driven by this ambition, I set out a path that aligned with my skills and would allow me to pursue my dream of entrepreneurship. My journey began with volunteering to support my community, which ultimately led to a career in HR. Although I gained valuable insights, I felt a persistent void that solidified my desire to create. Eventually, I found fulfilment in jewellery making, an art that allowed me to channel my creativity. This passion led me to start my brand, Doumi. I aspire to create wearable art that expresses individuality and resonates with people. Pursuing an MBA is the next step in bridging my professional aspirations with my creative endeavours. I see it as a unique intersection where artistic expression and business acumen meet. I’m seeking not only the technical knowledge and entrepreneurial skills to strengthen Doumi’s foundation, but also a community of like-minded individuals striving to turn their passions into meaningful and impactful ventures.
Cherise Adams-Burnett
I am a London-based jazz vocalist, yoga teacher, and creative entrepreneur. In 2024, I founded ShadeINDIGO Ltd to connect music, fashion, and community through meaningful creative projects. Alongside an international career as a Jazz and Soul Artist, I am developing House of Coryna—a secondhand fashion and lifestyle brand inspired by the heritage of House of Fraser and the playfulness of Oliver Bonas. These concepts have taken shape through ShadeINDIGO’s musical showcases, House of Coryna’s summer pop-up shop, and a weekend residency at Brick Lane’s Backyard Market. Pursuing the MBA at Central Saint Martins and Birkbeck enables me to strengthen my business literacy and leadership practice while building a sustainable framework for cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Jilian Molokwu
Originally from Boston, Massachusetts, I have lived for the past 8 years in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where I received my undergraduate degree in Design & Merchandising from Drexel University. Before moving to London to obtain my MBA at CSM, I worked in various retail operational roles at corporations including TJX Companies, Five Below, Urban Outfitters Inc. & Universal Music Group. In addition to my corporate retail experience, I also am an entrepreneur and have been running my own size inclusive secondhand apparel brand, Jilted Vintage, for the past 9 years. I am passionate about personal style, mindful consumption, and insight driven discourse. In addition to running my small business, I am developing a new venture, Jilly Jabbers; a talk show concept where I facilitate meaningful conversations with friends, family, academic peers & industry professionals on a wide range of topics spanning from consumer behavior and social impact to creative thinking & cultural identity. I aspire to use the knowledge and experiences gained through my time in the Creative Enterprise programme to reimagine the way in which value-driven businesses can operate successfully within the ever-changing global economic landscape.
Jordi M. Carter
I am Jordi M. Carter (he/him/his), a Caribbean-British theatre director from London. I hold a First Class Joint BA (Hons) in Drama and Film Studies from the University of Sussex and have worked with organisations across the UK—notably as a Co-Artistic Director/CEO aged 23, and through my first Board Trusteeship aged 24. My creative philosophy sees art and storytelling as a living dialogue between artists, communities, and the wider world, and values authenticity, truth-telling, and experimentation, while cultivating spaces where tradition and innovation can intersect. I am particularly interested in exploring how the relationship between creativity and business in theatre (and the wider arts sector) can prioritise elevating marginalised communities, sustain sociocultural conversation, and create more equitable conditions for future generations of artists to thrive. The pursuit of this Joint MBA at Central Saint Martins and Birkbeck is part of an effort to fortify and expand on my creative philosophy through strategy, systems- and design-thinking, with the ultimate intention to exercise impactful social engagement in my artistic practice and future cultural leadership.
Emma Rachel Stanworth
Born in London, my background is in Fundraising for the Arts, specifically working in Individual Giving and Memberships, where I found joy aligning causes and projects with passionate supporters. Having trained as a Contemporary Dancer at Trinity Conservatoire of Music and Dance, I enjoy working collaboratively and exploring non-linear pathways to solving problems. Through the MBA, I am looking forward to gaining a greater understanding of diverse business frameworks. Through a lens of working cross-culturally and sustainably, I hope to explore what it takes to be a leader in the Arts in our current climate.
Carolina Cohen Maclel
Originally from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, I began my creative journey 12 years ago after graduating in Fashion Design. For the past decade, I have called London home, where I completed an MA in Design at Central Saint Martins and built my career as a Jewellery Designer. My life and work are guided by colours and imagination, which I express through jewellery, paper, fabric, and canvas. Creativity has always been my driving force, shaping my goals and my engagement with the world. I’m pursuing this MBA to merge my creative skills with strong business knowledge, and to translate artistic vision into strategic goals.
Farida Igbadume
Originally from Atlanta, I have a passion for learning about people from all walks of life, creating community wherever I go. For over 10 years, I have coordinated the provision of critical medical care and social services for individuals with developmental disabilities through my family’s healthcare business. This experience, coupled with my undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Georgia and studies in sustainability, architecture and real estate at Columbia University and New York University, have shown me the power of social connection and community when guided by sustainable, empathic and innovative leadership. I firmly believe that the future of business is increasingly collaborative and interdisciplinary, especially for problem solving in complex fields such as healthcare. Through the Central Saint Martins MBA program, I aim to learn more about the impact of collaboration between the health, social care and creative industries, and explore how these interactions can create more impactful, sustainable change in both an organizational and individualistic sense.
Carmen Jazmine Andreettii
I’m Carmen, originally from Milan, with a background in premium and luxury fashion retail. I began my career as a Style Advisor and progressed to my current role as Store Manager. I recently graduated from Birkbeck, University of London, with a BSc in Economics and Business. Through my experience in fashion, I discovered that while I’m deeply passionate about style and luxury, what truly inspires me is the business side of the industry. This realization has led me to pursue this MBA, as I believe it will equip me with the knowledge and leadership skills to achieve my long-term goal of becoming a successful CEO and launching my own fashion business.
Yang Yang
I am a 22-year-old from Mainland China with a background in Economics and Social Studies from the University of Manchester. During my undergraduate studies, I realised my ambition to build a career that merges creativity with strategic thinking to be both inspiring and fulfilling. My passion for fashion and retail began at the age of eight, when my mother introduced me to the vibrant world of shopping malls and consumer experiences. This early interest evolved into real-world experience as I progressed from sales assistant to management roles at several leading fashion retailers while also launching my own venture, The Sole Market. These experiences have shaped my understanding of brand strategy, customer engagement, and retail operations. Now, as part of the new MBA cohort, I am eager to enhance my leadership and business skills and continue building a career at the intersection of fashion, innovation, and entrepreneurship.