60 Years of Legacy.
A New Chapter.
From a family's 60-year connection to Ghana to a registered NGO — KGEDC LBG is building the future of African development from Accra.
Our Mission
To empower Africans and people of African descent to shape their own future and enhance their overall quality of life by creating and facilitating a dynamic framework for growth and development.
Our Vision
Full inclusion in global society — eliminating racism, xenophobia, classism, and sexism — with all the resources required to maximize quality of life and contribute to global economic development.
Core Values
Board of Directors
A diverse team of professionals from the United States, Ghana, and Benin.
Titilayo Akua I. Smith, GMBA
President/Chair & Executive Director & CEO
Charmaine E. Betty-Singleton, Esq.
Vice President, Governance
H.E. Amb. Angelique Bartholomew, J.D.
Vice President, External Affairs
Emmanuel Amoh-Obeng
Traditional Authority Liaison
Edward Perry
Board Member
Juve Thales Lima, MBA
Board Member, International Affairs Chair
Brandy McDowell, MA
Board Member, Education Chair
Nana K. Asare, J.D.
Board Member
Miriam Arkoh, CA
Treasurer & CFO
Non-Director Officers
Jennifer Womoakor, Esq.
Board Secretary (Non-Director Officer)
Ankur Tyagi
CTO (Non-Director Officer)
Legal & Compliance
KGEDC LBG is a registered Ghanaian company limited by guarantee (NGO), incorporated January 27, 2026 under the Companies Act, 2019 (Act 992). We hold a valid Business Operating Permit and NPO License. Tax-exempt application with the Ghana Revenue Authority is pending.
28 Ofori Tibo Ave., East Legon, Accra, Ghana • Digital Address: G4-375-0176