22th March 2024 The U.S-Africa Trade Commission is pleased to announce the appointment of Ndeye Seynabou Pouye as the new Country Director for its operations in Senegal. In this role, Seynabou will be responsible for leading the commission’s efforts in Senegal to strengthen trade relations between the United States and Senegal, promote economic growth, and…
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20th December, 2023 The U.S.-Africa Trade Commission, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Davison Todson Gomo as Chairman, Board of Governors. Dr. Gomo is a renowned business leader with extensive experience in international trade and economic development. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in international trade, economics, and cross-cultural collaboration, making…
DetailsCountry Director, Senegal, U.S.- Africa Trade Commission. Ndeye Seynabou POUYE is a women’s rights activist and social development specialist of Serer ethnicity and originally from the Kaolack region, a peanut basin located in the South-East of the country. Holder of a master’s degree in project management and a degree in international business, her professional experience…
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GODFREY JOSEPH DILLARD SR. Member, Board of Governors. Mr. Godfrey Dillard is a private practice attorney with notable expertise in civil-rights cases. After earning his graduate degrees, he went to work for the U.S. State Department, serving as deputy general consul in Zaire in the late 1970s to early 1980s. When he returned to Detroit,…
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Country Manager, Ethiopia, U.S.- Africa Trade Commission. Kumesh Dejene is the Country Manager for Ethiopia at the U.S.-Africa Trade Commission. With a background in marketing and trade development, Ms. Dejene has a proven track record of success in these fields. Previously, she served as a Trade Finance Consultant at Euro Exim Bank and as an…
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Director of Programs Management and Legal, U.S.- Africa Trade Commission. Team Lead, Curtis Okpara Legal. Curtis Okpara, an Attorney based in Nigeria, is distinguished for his specialization in foreign policy, international trade, startups, tourism, and international real estate investment, among other intricate domains. Serving as the Director of Programs Management and Legal at the U.S.-Africa…
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Emilio Dejesus Member, Board of Governors. Mr. Emilio DeJesus is Tech leader, Investor, Philanthropist, Mentor. With more than 15 years of executive leadership in the business consulting and financial services, Emilio Dejesus brings unique insight and expertise to his positions as head of product strategy and delivery at IMIN INC – a modern work place company…
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Modou Lamin Puye is the Director of Marketing and Corporate Communications, overseeing the Trade Commission’s brand identity and ensuring consistency across all communication channels. Modou is the Founder & Marketing Consultant at NextNaa |Founder, as well as Chairman & CEO at YAINetwork. Mr. Modou Lamin Puye is a self-directed professional with a comprehensive skill set…
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Ms. Pauline Chiripanyanga – Regional Director, Southern Africa Region – Country Representative, Zimbabwe Pauline is the Regional Director, Southern Africa Region of the U.S.-Africa Trade Commission. In her other roles, she’s the Director at Reocomm Energy Pvt Ltd Zimbabwe, Founder and Director of Bridging Gaps Trust, AU ECOSOCC Zimbabwe Women and Development, Trade and Commerce…
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8th January 2024 The U.S.-Africa Trade Council is thrilled to announce its official transition to the U.S.-Africa Trade Commission, reflecting its expanded scope and commitment to promoting bilateral trade relations between the United States and Africa. This name change reflects the organization’s mission to foster deeper economic partnerships, leverage business opportunities, and drive sustainable growth…
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