Edward Griffiths

Co-Founder & Art Director

Bringing over three decades of experience in bespoke garment design, fine jewellery, and prop making for fashion houses and film studios. Collaborated with industry giants like Karl Lagerfeld, Fendi, Disney/Marvel, and Warner Brothers. Notable highlights include crafting hero props and costumes for major films such as "Guardians of the Galaxy" and "Dune."

Amit Thakkar

Co-Founder & Operations Director

Since 1998, Amit has directed music events and supported underground artists, later studying BA Arts Management and expanding into live, theatre and mixed media. He founded the Emerging Species record label in 2011 to firstly release music by the Gentle Mystics, raising them to cult status with headline shows including Glastonbury, SGP, Boomtown and Manapany. Amit founded Candy Mountain in 2017.

Takuji Mizutani

Director (Tokyo Office)

With over 15 years of experience in shoe design and project management, Takuji's collaborations with brands like Nicholas Kirkwood, Vivo Barefoot and Adidas demonstrate his level of expertise. His background in traditional Japanese design and his ability to blend craftsmanship with innovation make him an invaluable asset to our team.

Vytautas Niedvaras

Technology Officer

With a decade of tech and communication experience, Vytautas excels in innovative solutions. He's collaborated with global giants like David Attenborough, Nike, W+K and more. As the technical lead for 'Hybrid Live,' a Goldsmiths-Stanford project, he drove transatlantic events covered by SHOWstudio.

Linards Augusts

Fashion Designer/Agency Director

Linards brings expertise in fashion design and bespoke tailoring, serving top-tier clients like Marvel and Apple TV. As a key advisor at Candy Mountain, he drives business growth with his strong client relationships and deep fashion knowledge.

Eszter Kerecsen

Lead Programmer

With 20 years in tech, Eszter is a seasoned innovator. She delivers cutting-edge solutions for global projects, from engineering public internet terminals to developing bespoke enterprise systems. Rejecting convention, she crafts customised solutions for clients like Nick Knight and Kanye West, ensuring efficient outcomes through strategic guidance and technical prowess.

Yewen Jin

Innovation Officer

Yewen bridges art and tech, directing acclaimed digital events in London and pioneering remote collaborations between London, New York, and Tokyo. At Candy Mountain, she drives innovation, showcasing immersive experiences. Trained in architecture from UPenn and the Architectural Association, Yewen now leads our new UK construction department.

Akanksha Goyal

Junior Art Director and Strategist

With a degree in Art Direction and Fashion Media & Business from the University of Arts London, she excels in graphic and strategy design, focusing on themes of relationships, identity, and sustainability with editorial experience and published book "Beg Borrow Steal". She is a valuable addition to any creative team.

India Gardiner

Project Manager

India leads Candy Mountain's project on personal identity and representation, delving into masks, avatars, and societal presence. With a focus on immersive arts, India's expertise contributes to the collaborative culture fostered by AMOENUS, aligning seamlessly with our vision for the 2024 exhibition.