Dominica-rooted entrepreneurs Riki Bleau and Antoine Dixon-Bellot named on 2027 UK Powerlist

Dominica: Two entrepreneurs with family connections to Dominica have secured places on the 2027 Powerlist, an annual listing of influential black individuals across the United Kingdom. Music executive Riki Bleau and business investor Antoine Dixon-Bellot are among the 100 individuals who have been named in the latest edition of the annual publication.

Both men trace their family roots to Scotts Head, a village on Dominica’s south-western coast. Their participation adds to the growing list of people of Dominica descent who have been acknowledged by the magazine.

The Powerlist was initially created by Powerful Media in 2007 to recognize notable individuals of African and Caribbean origin for their contributions in various sectors such as business, arts, finance, and civil service. It also includes previous recipients like Commonwealth Secretary-General Baroness Patricia Scotland, and Professor Laura Serrant.

Bleau is returning to the list following his recognition in 2023. He founded Since ‘93, a music record label, in collaboration with Sony Music and has built professional connections with international artists including Tems, Sam Smith, and Wizkid.

His work also extended into music publishing and live entertainment. Some of his recent projects include songwriter catalogue deals worth more than US$6 million, signing Jamaican dancehall artist Shenseea, and working on UK and European performances for Vybz Kartel in 2025 and 2026.

Outside the international music industry, Bleau has also helped connect artists with Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival. He ventured into the local business market with Bleu Magic rum, a brand manufactured on the island.

Antoine Dixon-Bellot has made his second successive inclusion on the Powerlist in the business and finance category. His business interests include an extensive property portfolio across London and south-east England, including a 52-acre estate called Greenstead Hall.

He has also gained an interest in films and media through companies like Mastermind Media, East London Studios and CineHouse. Mastermind Media has produced music videos for artists like Stormzy and Lil Wayne.

The business investor’s other ventures include Cinescope Optics and Essex restaurant The House by Hilly Gant.

Both awardees felt honored due to their connection with Dominica. Bleau wished that his success would inspire other individuals with Dominican roots, while Dixon-Bellot said that he wants to use his status to help aspiring entrepreneurs.