Speaking · Media & Press
A Trusted Voice in Hospitality, Design & Modern Living
Author, entrepreneur, and modern hospitality tastemaker Akeshi Akinseye shares her insights from national and global stages, on television, and across the world's leading publications.
Speaking & Keynotes
Keynotes and panels, on stages worldwide
Akeshi is a sought-after speaker on emotional luxury, guest experience, and the art of hosting, sharing the ideas behind unforgettable celebrations with audiences on national and global stages, from intimate industry retreats to premier international summits.
Signature Talks
Topics Akeshi speaks on
The Feeling Is the Luxury
Redefining luxury for a new era: not what you spend, but how you make people feel. Why emotion, not opulence, is the real differentiator.
Human Hospitality in the Age of AI
The human touch that can't be automated. What machines can plan, what only people can create, and how to protect warmth and connection.
The Art of Celebrating
Designing gatherings that mean something. Moving beyond aesthetics to intention, and creating moments people actually remember and feel.
The Felt Journey
Guest experience from arrival to send-off. A signature framework for elevating every touchpoint of an experience across the five senses.
From Passion to Portfolio
Building a personal brand in luxury. How a creative practice becomes a multi-brand business through positioning, authority, and reputation.
On Air
In the media
From national broadcasts to local segments, Akeshi is a trusted on-air voice on entertaining, tablescapes, hosting, and etiquette, translating expert insight into ideas viewers can use.
ABC News · ABC 7 Chicago · WGN Morning News · WGN Daytime Chicago
Press & Editorial
Featured In
The Book
The Art of Celebrating: Signings & Events
Inspiration and Ideas for Meaningful Gatherings · By Akeshi Akinseye
Akeshi is available for book signings, readings, and tailored experiences built around The Art of Celebrating, designed for retailers, brands, conferences, corporate gatherings, and private events. Each appearance pairs the book's philosophy with the warmth and intention that define her hosting.
Host a Book EventRecognition
Honored among the best in the world
Selected Interviews & Features
In her own words, and in print
Editorial
- Inside Tobias Harris's Historic New York Castle Wedding Architectural Digest
- Why Clients Want Meaningful, Immersive Experiences Business Insider
- How to Style the Perfect Holiday Table Forbes
- How to Create a Tablescape Forbes
- Who Gets a Plus-One at a Destination Wedding? Condé Nast Traveler
- Thanksgiving Centerpiece Ideas Elle Decor
- NBA Star Tobias Harris Weds at a New York Castle People
- Spring 2025 Wedding Color Palette Predictions Brides
- The 2025 Wedding Trends to Know The Knot
Television
Let's Work Together
For speaking, media & press inquiries
Invite Akeshi to your stage, book a television or media segment, or host an event around the book. She would love to hear from you.
hello@keshluxurygroup.com