Get To Know EPG

Jamaal Augustine, also known as @jahwigs, is a visionary entrepreneur, creative strategist, and community leader with over 20 years of experience in graphic design, creative marketing, event management, and business development. As the Founder of EPG Creative Marketplace, he has dedicated his career to helping businesses increase visibility, grow their brands, and connect with their audiences through innovative marketing solutions and impactful events.

His expertise and leadership have earned him accolades such as the 2022 JN Bank/JN Money Marketing & Branding Award and his appointment as Vice Chair of the Anti-Black Racism and Black Excellence Advisory Committee with the Durham Catholic District School Board.

Jamaal is the visionary behind "Shopping It Local" and "The FUNtastic Book Fair", which empower entrepreneurs and promote literacy in Black communities. He is also the founder of the "Network & Build" event series, providing mentorship and industry insights to emerging entrepreneurs, featuring esteemed speakers such as Dr. Umar Johnson, Farley Flex, Randall Adjei, and more.

Over the years, EPG Creative Marketplace has collaborated with some of the biggest names in business and culture, including Earn Your Leisure, Little X, Troy Crossfield, Ben Johnson, Jean Augustine, Raymond Cho, Jill Andrew, and Jamaal Magloire. Additionally, he has worked closely with the Durham Caribbean Festival, Toronto Carnival, and musical icons such as Beres Hammond, Queen Ifrica, and others.