"And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily as unto the Lord and not unto men knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance for ye serve the Lord Christ."~Colossians 3: 23-24
Dr. Stanshaw Cornelius
Wealth Empowerment Strategist, Kingdom Economist, Business Consultant, Speaker, Author
Dr. Stanshaw Cornelius is a strategist, cultural architect, and visionary leader dedicated to empowering talent and shaping the creative and cultural landscape of the Caribbean and beyond. As the founder of So Arise Music International, she has built a dynamic multimedia platform that bridges music, media, events, and education to create transformative opportunities for artists, innovators, and communities.
She is the driving force behind major initiatives including the Antigua Barbuda Global Music & Media Awards, the 5 Days of Awesome Festival, The Bold Standard, and the Go For Bold Academy, each designed to inspire, elevate, and develop talent while creating lasting cultural impact.
Dr. Cornelius combines strategic vision with creative excellence, focusing on sustainable growth, generational empowerment, and cultural preservation. Through her work, she continues to amplify Caribbean voices globally, fostering a legacy of innovation, opportunity, and meaningful influence.
She is the driving force behind major initiatives including the Antigua Barbuda Global Music & Media Awards, the 5 Days of Awesome Festival, The Bold Standard, and the Go For Bold Academy, each designed to inspire, elevate, and develop talent while creating lasting cultural impact.
Dr. Cornelius combines strategic vision with creative excellence, focusing on sustainable growth, generational empowerment, and cultural preservation. Through her work, she continues to amplify Caribbean voices globally, fostering a legacy of innovation, opportunity, and meaningful influence.
"Seek first the Kingdom of God...." - Mat 6:33
Milestones
2004 : October 3rd gave her heart to the Lord at the St. John's Pentecostal Church - House of Restoration, after receiving a prophetic vision on September 16th of that same year.
2005 : Called to the Office of a Prophet
2007 : Called to the Office of an Apostle, apostolic government in the Marketplace/Church
2010 : Received a vision from the Lord to start So Arise Music International.
2011 : Hosted first then Four day festival, So Arise Music Festival at the Freeman's Village Playing Field along with then business partner Chester Benjamin
2013 : Hosted the first Gospelypso Competition at the Multipurpose Cultural Center in Perry Bay and So Arise Beach Fest at Fryes Beach
2013 : Joyful Noyze Radio Show was launched as a part of the Hallelujah Saturday Lineup on Sun Fm 100.1. Hosted alongside Chester Benjamin and Casca Etienne (Pastor).
2013 : Launched the Share Your Life Campaign throughout various Primary and Secondary Schools on the island of Antigua.
2014 : So Arise Music Festival was changed to the now 5 Days Of Awesome Festival and was held that year at the University Of the West Indies Open Campus.
2014 : August of that year So Arise Radio was founded.
2015 : Launched the first ever Antigua Barbuda Gospel Music Awards at the Multipurpose Cultural Center in Perry Bay
2015 : Dah Glory Top 10 TV Show [hosted by Dr. Apostle-Prophet Stanshaw Cornelius], premiered on FLOW Antigua Channel 45.
2016 : March 2016 So Arise Radio was nominated in the Gospel Xplosion Music and Media Awards for Radio Station of the Year...for which we are truly grateful.
2016 : Dah Glory Top 10 TV Show moves to Destiny Christian TV
2017 : February 12th Appointed as an Apostle under Anointed Remnant Global Assemblies. Superintendent Apostle Natango Whynn, Bishop Elect-Emmett Johnson Jr.
2017 : July 2nd Ordained as an Apostle under Anointed Remnant Global Assemblies
2017 : Go For Bold Summit launched in November
2018 : The ABGMA now called Antigua Barbuda Gospel Music & Media Awards.
2019: The First Issue of The Reading Public Magazine was launched on September 30th 2019. A quarterly digital publication.
2021: Joined The Vision Of Genesis 39 Gospel Talent Search Panel out of Canada as a Guest Judge. This event is founded by Minister Elisha Smellie.
2022: Assigned the position of Executive Secretary for The Vision Of Genesis 39 Gospel Talent Search Committee and the 2022 Host of the show.
2023: Vice President of the Caribbean Islands at Embark Nation Distribution & Publishing Company based in Jacksonville, Florida.
2024: Recipient of an Honourary Doctorate in Christian Entrepreneurship from Initiators Christian University in Atlanta, Georgia. May 25th 2024.
2025: Founded the first Membership Academy in the Caribbean for the Antigua Barbuda Global Music & Media Awards.
2025: 1st Annual Island Groove Awards honouring Local Artists in Antigua & Barbuda is launched.
2005 : Called to the Office of a Prophet
2007 : Called to the Office of an Apostle, apostolic government in the Marketplace/Church
2010 : Received a vision from the Lord to start So Arise Music International.
2011 : Hosted first then Four day festival, So Arise Music Festival at the Freeman's Village Playing Field along with then business partner Chester Benjamin
2013 : Hosted the first Gospelypso Competition at the Multipurpose Cultural Center in Perry Bay and So Arise Beach Fest at Fryes Beach
2013 : Joyful Noyze Radio Show was launched as a part of the Hallelujah Saturday Lineup on Sun Fm 100.1. Hosted alongside Chester Benjamin and Casca Etienne (Pastor).
2013 : Launched the Share Your Life Campaign throughout various Primary and Secondary Schools on the island of Antigua.
2014 : So Arise Music Festival was changed to the now 5 Days Of Awesome Festival and was held that year at the University Of the West Indies Open Campus.
2014 : August of that year So Arise Radio was founded.
2015 : Launched the first ever Antigua Barbuda Gospel Music Awards at the Multipurpose Cultural Center in Perry Bay
2015 : Dah Glory Top 10 TV Show [hosted by Dr. Apostle-Prophet Stanshaw Cornelius], premiered on FLOW Antigua Channel 45.
2016 : March 2016 So Arise Radio was nominated in the Gospel Xplosion Music and Media Awards for Radio Station of the Year...for which we are truly grateful.
2016 : Dah Glory Top 10 TV Show moves to Destiny Christian TV
2017 : February 12th Appointed as an Apostle under Anointed Remnant Global Assemblies. Superintendent Apostle Natango Whynn, Bishop Elect-Emmett Johnson Jr.
2017 : July 2nd Ordained as an Apostle under Anointed Remnant Global Assemblies
2017 : Go For Bold Summit launched in November
2018 : The ABGMA now called Antigua Barbuda Gospel Music & Media Awards.
2019: The First Issue of The Reading Public Magazine was launched on September 30th 2019. A quarterly digital publication.
2021: Joined The Vision Of Genesis 39 Gospel Talent Search Panel out of Canada as a Guest Judge. This event is founded by Minister Elisha Smellie.
2022: Assigned the position of Executive Secretary for The Vision Of Genesis 39 Gospel Talent Search Committee and the 2022 Host of the show.
2023: Vice President of the Caribbean Islands at Embark Nation Distribution & Publishing Company based in Jacksonville, Florida.
2024: Recipient of an Honourary Doctorate in Christian Entrepreneurship from Initiators Christian University in Atlanta, Georgia. May 25th 2024.
2025: Founded the first Membership Academy in the Caribbean for the Antigua Barbuda Global Music & Media Awards.
2025: 1st Annual Island Groove Awards honouring Local Artists in Antigua & Barbuda is launched.
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