Clevenard to Honour Entertainment Visionary Mr. Cedric Walker at the Clevenard Open Project 2026 & Clevenard Global Awards – 3rd Edition in Alicante, Spain

Alicante, Spain — Clevenard SL is delighted to announce that Mr. Cedric Walker, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of UniverSoul Circus, will receive a prestigious Clevenard Honorary Award during the Clevenard Open Project 2026, taking place from 27–30 August 2026 at the Palacio de Congresos, Alicante, Spain.

The honorary distinction will be formally presented on Sunday, 30 August 2026, during the Clevenard Global Awards – 3rd Edition 2026, the flagship awards ceremony of the four-day international forum. The ceremony, held alongside the International Fashion Runway, celebrates visionary global leaders whose contributions have transformed industries, empowered communities, and inspired generations across the world.

As part of the programme, Mr. Cedric Walker will also deliver a Keynote Address on Day One of the forum under the theme:

"Innovation Through Diversity: Building Global Brands that Unite Communities."

His keynote is expected to offer invaluable insights into entrepreneurship, global brand building, cultural inclusion, creative leadership, and the power of entertainment to connect humanity beyond geographical and cultural boundaries.

A Global Entertainment Pioneer

Mr. Cedric Walker is internationally acclaimed as the visionary founder of UniverSoul Circus, one of the world's most successful multicultural live entertainment productions. Since establishing the company in 1994, he has redefined the modern circus by creating an immersive family entertainment experience that seamlessly blends circus arts, theatre, music, dance, and audience participation while celebrating the richness of cultures from around the globe.

Long before launching UniverSoul Circus, Mr. Walker built an impressive career in the entertainment industry. Beginning his entrepreneurial journey at the age of six, he later worked with legendary artists including The Commodores as a production and stage manager, promoted The Jackson 5, and helped organise the groundbreaking Fresh Festival, recognised as one of the first major arena tours dedicated to hip-hop music. His experience in music, theatre, and live production laid the foundation for what would become one of America's most innovative entertainment enterprises.

Driven by a bold vision of creating a circus that reflected the diversity of the world, Mr. Walker travelled across continents recruiting extraordinary performers from Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Under his leadership, UniverSoul Circus has grown into an internationally recognised brand featuring artists representing dozens of nations and cultures, making diversity not only its identity but also its greatest strength.

Over the past three decades, millions of families have experienced the unique energy of UniverSoul Circus, which has earned recognition as one of America's premier live family entertainment productions. The production has toured extensively throughout the United States, expanded internationally—including performances in South Africa—and has been featured in an Emmy-recognised HBO television special. It has consistently been recognised for revolutionising the circus experience through innovation, audience engagement, and multicultural representation.

Mr. Walker's outstanding contribution to the global entertainment industry has also been recognised through his induction into the prestigious Circus Ring of Fame in 2018, honouring his remarkable achievements as a producer, entrepreneur, and founder whose vision has reshaped the circus industry.

Beyond entertainment, Mr. Walker has demonstrated a deep commitment to community development and social impact. Through UniverSoul Cares, he has created initiatives such as Family Open House, providing free circus experiences for homeless families and children, reflecting his belief that entertainment can bring hope, healing, and joy to communities facing hardship.

His remarkable career embodies entrepreneurial excellence, creativity, resilience, diversity, and purposeful leadership. By proving that inclusion, cultural representation, and innovation are powerful drivers of commercial success, Mr. Walker continues to inspire entrepreneurs, creative professionals, and business leaders around the world.

A Well-Deserved Honour

The Clevenard Honorary Award recognises exceptional individuals whose influence extends beyond business success to create lasting global impact. Mr. Cedric Walker's visionary leadership, commitment to cultural inclusion, and transformative contribution to international entertainment make him an outstanding recipient of this distinguished recognition.

His life's work perfectly reflects the values championed by Clevenard—connecting people, celebrating diversity, fostering innovation, and building bridges across cultures through creativity, entrepreneurship, and meaningful human engagement.

About the Clevenard Open Project 2026

The Clevenard Open Project 2026 is a four-day international flagship forum under the theme:

"A Global Celebration of Business, Culture, Creativity & Human Connection."

The event will bring together government officials, diplomats, investors, entrepreneurs, business executives, creatives, academics, policymakers, tourism leaders, fashion professionals, authors, and international organisations from Africa, Europe, the Caribbean, and beyond to foster dialogue, strategic partnerships, innovation, and sustainable development.

Programme Highlights

• Day 1 – 27 August 2026

Global Authors' Recognition, Education Summit & International Business Forum

Keynote Address by Mr. Cedric Walker

• Day 2 – 28 August 2026

Global Economy

Trade & Investment Summit

Agriculture

Solid Minerals

International Business Networking

• Day 3 – 29 August 2026

Global Tourism Summit

International Film Celebration

Cultural Exchange & Creative Industries Showcase

• Day 4 – 30 August 2026

Clevenard Global Awards – 3rd Edition 2026

Presentation of Honorary Awards

International Fashion Runway

Global Networking Reception

Event Information

Dates: 27–30 August 2026

Venue: Palacio de Congresos Alicante, Avinguda de Dénia 47–49 03013 Alicante, Spain

Media & Enquiries

• Phone: +34 631 279 811 +34 672 93 12 16
• Website: www.clevenard.com
• Organiser: Clevenard SL
• NIF: B75809574

About Clevenard

Clevenard is a global media, technology, business, and events platform dedicated to connecting people, cultures, businesses, and opportunities across continents. Through strategic partnerships, international forums, digital innovation, and media engagement, Clevenard promotes entrepreneurship, investment, tourism, education, cultural exchange, and sustainable economic development.

Mission: Connecting the World. Amplifying Voices. Creating Opportunities That Transform Lives.

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