Flavian DeLima

Flavian DeLima is the founder and publisher of Spinning Forward, a digital media company he launched in 2022.13 Spinning Forward is an independent local news company that focuses on informing, engaging, and uplifting aspiring content creators of color aged 16 to 34 in the Toronto region.13

Professional Background

DeLima's initiative aims to help level the playing field in the online economy for creators of color.1 He describes Spinning Forward as a "local news digital media company for 16 to 34-year-olds" with a mission to help BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) content creators thrive in the Toronto area.2

Spinning Forward's Approach

The company publishes a weekly newsletter and has recently expanded its content offerings:

1. Video shorts: Less than one-minute long videos on TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram
2. Planned podcast interview series

DeLima has been actively growing the company, participating in pitch contests and adapting to challenges in the media landscape. Spinning Forward was one of three pitch contest winners in Toronto, organized by Entrepreneurs Point.1

Recent Developments

Spinning Forward has faced challenges due to Meta's response to the Canadian government's Online News Act, which resulted in the blocking of their content on Facebook and Instagram.1 To mitigate this, DeLima encourages followers to view their content on his personal Instagram handle @spinningforwardto.

Recognition and Networking

DeLima's work with Spinning Forward has been recognized in various entrepreneurial and journalistic circles. He participated in the Spring 2023 cohort of an entrepreneurial program for journalists developing new projects at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY.5 Additionally, he has been involved with organizations like CivicAction, discussing changemaking initiatives.4

Flavian DeLima's LinkedIn username is indeed flaviandelima, where he shares updates about Spinning Forward and engages with his professional network.2