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Board of Directors

Our Board of Directors is composed of esteemed leaders who provide strategic oversight and guidance. Their collective expertise and diverse perspectives drive our organization's success, ensuring we fulfill our mission and achieve our vision. We are privileged to have such distinguished professionals on our team.

Dr. Barth Shepkong

Co-Founder, Ohio African Chamber of Commerce

Sandra R. López

Fifth Third Bank-Corporate Responsibility

Humphrey Kweminyi

Business | Finance | Real Estate Attorney at Kegler Brown Hill + Ritter Co. L.P.A.

Alpha Tongor, MBA

Entrepreneur-Community Organizer-Advisor

Dr. Cecilia Mengo

Associate Professor, Ohio State University, College of Social Work

Advisory Board

Our Advisory Board consists of industry leaders who offer strategic guidance and valuable insights. Their diverse expertise helps drive our innovation and growth, ensuring we achieve our mission and vision. We're honored to have such esteemed professionals on board.

Guadalupe A. Velasquez

Managing Director, Welcoming Cities

Ibrahima Sow

Executive Director, Ohio New African Immigrants Commission

Jayme Staley

Executive Director, Greater Columbus Sister Cities International

Madison Lisotto Whalen, Esq

Partner, CHW Advisors

Emmanuel Olawale

Attorney, Olawale Law Firm

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