Meryanne Loum-Martin

Founder & Artistic Director

Meryanne is a Senegalese, West Indian and French cultural entrepreneur. From an award-winning Parisian lawyer, she evolved into a self-taught interior designer and pioneer of boutique hospitality in Marrakech.

​Her contributions have garnered global acclaim, earning her coverage in publications such as the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Architectural Digest, Forbes, Essence, Black Enterprise, Shoppe Black, Ebony, Vogue, Travel and Leisure, The Miami Herald and Conde Nast Traveler. Published by Rizzoli New York, Meryanne is a passionate public speaker and advocate for cultural heritage.

She hosts literary retreats and workshops that showcase the creative brilliance of the African diaspora in literature, cinema, and entrepreneurship. Beyond her hospitality ventures, Meryanne is the mastermind behind development projects including a cutting-edge ecolodge and a visionary cultural campus designed in collaboration with renowned architects.

​She serves as ambassador to the Berlin-based Leading Cultural Destinations of the World and to the IBU movement. She served on the board of the Marrakech Biennale, advancing Marrakech as a global cultural hub. Through her hotel, Jnane Tamsna, Meryanne supports initiatives of the Global Diversity Foundation, which champions emerging changemakers

Meet the Team

  • Veronika Chatelain

    CREATIVE DIRECTOR

    A grant maker and a cultural preservationist working with artists, storytellers and creatives who challenge the false and dangerous narratives about communities in the Global South. She led Open Society Foundations Global Initiative for the Restitution of African Cultural Heritage.

  • Renua Itsueli

    STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENT

    A Nigerian Architect based in London after over a decade driving projects in the United States and the Middle East. She spearheads fundraising initiatives and develops our network of partners, with a specific focus on the West African market.

  • Keyza Nubret

    HEAD OF PR CURATOR (CARIBBEAN)

    Founder of K’S COM, a 360-degree communication agency recognized for its expertise in public relations, entrepreneurship, art, culture, and sports. She works with overseas associations, the French National Assembly, and diaspora elected officials.

  • Jasmine Pierce

    HEAD OF COMMUNICATIONS

    She is the founder of JLP Consulting, a travel and hospitality comms firm, and formerly a Vice President at a creative communications agency in New York. She brings her expertise in media relations, communication, events and partnerships.

  • Michelle "Adjoa" Saahene

    COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

    An internationally known activist and public speaker, she advances racial justice by building online and in-person communities with global organizations. As a consultant, she connects creators with mission-driven campaigns to amplify diverse voices for meaningful change. 

  • Thaïs Sala

    SENIOR CURATOR

    A musician, cultural curator, and member of the collective Harvest Festival, a platform celebrating urban and rural communities, from local ancestral products to art, music and food. She runs Jnane Tamsna’s Creative Residency, curating opportunities for inspiration, rest and networking.

  • Fatima Bocoum

    MARKETING, PARTNERSHIP & DESIGN

    With 10+ years in marketing, she consults for MetLife’s Global Marketing Team and leads Wilden Oche. Celebrating African women artists, her acclaimed exhibitions have garnered BBC and RFI recognition and partnerships with UNESCO and the World Bank.