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Veteran Agent Joins Issa Rae's ColorCreative
21 Jul
Summary
- Veteran talent agent Josiah Akinyele transitioned to management.
- He joined Issa Rae's management and production company, ColorCreative.
- Akinyele brings a roster of established acting clients with him.

Josiah Akinyele, a veteran talent agent, has departed Innovative Artists after a 17-year tenure to pursue a career in management. He has officially joined ColorCreative, a prominent management and production company co-founded by Issa Rae.
Akinyele will now operate as a manager under ColorCreative President Talitha Watkins. He is migrating with a substantial list of clients he previously represented as an agent. This roster includes notable actors such as Perry Mattfeld, Cam Gigandet, and Julie Ann Emery, among others.
ColorCreative, known for its commitment to innovative and inclusive entertainment, has also promoted Wyatt Allen to the position of manager. This expansion reflects the company's growth and continued dedication to diverse talent across various entertainment sectors. Akinyele expressed his enthusiasm for this new chapter, stating his admiration for ColorCreative's established vision and his eagerness to contribute.