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<p data-start="106" data-end="763">He currently serves as the Managing Partner of the <strong data-start="407" data-end="440">US-Africa Cybersecurity Group</strong>, a cybersecurity management consulting firm, and as Chief Executive Officer of <strong data-start="520" data-end="544">Global Specialty LLC</strong>, an international business development consultancy providing strategic advisory and operational support to organizations seeking market entry and the establishment of commercial operations across the African continent.</p> <p data-start="765" data-end="1387">Ambassador Arouna also holds prominent leadership roles in the nonprofit and policy research sectors. He serves as <strong data-start="880" data-end="915">President of the Advisory Board</strong> at the <strong data-start="923" data-end="978">New York Center for Foreign Policy Affairs (NYCFPA)</strong>, an American think tank focused on the comprehensive study and analysis of U.S. foreign policy and its global implications. Additionally, he is <strong data-start="1123" data-end="1158">President of the Advisory Board</strong> for the <strong data-start="1167" data-end="1217">Pan-African Institute of Municipal Development</strong>, a nonprofit organization founded in 2021 to bridge critical gaps in workforce development, capacity building, and leadership within municipal governments across Africa.</p> <p data-start="1389" data-end="1653">Ambassador Arouna is a <strong data-start="1412" data-end="1456">Commander of the National Order of Benin</strong>, one of the highest honors bestowed by the Republic of Benin. He holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from <strong data-start="1575" data-end="1611">The George Washington University</strong> and is fluent in both French and English.</p>

<p data-start="404" data-end="987">Mr. Cooper brings a distinguished career in government affairs, public policy, and strategic communications, having held senior-level positions at the federal, state, and municipal levels. His extensive public service record includes working for four prominent Members of Congress: <strong data-start="686" data-end="716">Congressman Charles Rangel</strong>, <strong data-start="718" data-end="753">Congressman William H. Gray III</strong>, <strong data-start="755" data-end="783">Congressman Louis Stokes</strong>, and <strong data-start="789" data-end="818">Senator Edward M. Kennedy</strong>. In the private sector, he has led public affairs efforts at top-tier global communications firms, including <strong data-start="928" data-end="960">Hill and Knowlton Strategies</strong> and <strong data-start="965" data-end="986">Edelman Worldwide</strong>.</p> <p data-start="989" data-end="1344">He also served as a <strong data-start="1009" data-end="1027">State Lobbyist</strong> on issues relating to pensions, education, and labor for former New York City Mayor <strong data-start="1112" data-end="1132">David N. Dinkins</strong>, and as <strong data-start="1141" data-end="1181">Vice President of Government Affairs</strong> at <strong data-start="1185" data-end="1221">Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.</strong> Additionally, Mr. Cooper has provided strategic communications and policy guidance to the <strong data-start="1312" data-end="1343">Leon H. Sullivan Foundation</strong>.</p> <p data-start="1346" data-end="1795">Prior to founding Cooper Strategic Affairs, Inc., he served as <strong data-start="1409" data-end="1468">Vice President of Government Affairs and Communications</strong> at <strong data-start="1472" data-end="1504">GoodWorks International, LLC</strong>, where he was the primary media representative for former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations <strong data-start="1601" data-end="1617">Andrew Young</strong>. In this role, he also represented the governments of <strong data-start="1672" data-end="1683">Nigeria</strong>, <strong data-start="1685" data-end="1695">Rwanda</strong>, <strong data-start="1697" data-end="1706">Benin</strong>, and <strong data-start="1712" data-end="1724">Tanzania</strong> in Washington, D.C., on matters of diplomacy and economic development.</p> <p data-start="1797" data-end="2241">Mr. Cooper holds a <strong data-start="1816" data-end="1869">Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in History and Government</strong> from <strong data-start="1875" data-end="1907">Saint Augustine’s University</strong> and a <strong data-start="1914" data-end="1955">Master of Public Administration (MPA)</strong> from the <strong data-start="1965" data-end="2034">School of International and Public Affairs at Columbia University</strong>. He is a proud member of the <strong data-start="2064" data-end="2121">Mu Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.</strong> in Washington, D.C., and serves on the <strong data-start="2161" data-end="2240">Board of Directors of the William O. Lockridge Community Foundation (WOLCF)</strong>.</p> <p data-start="2243" data-end="2574">In addition to his consulting work, Mr. Cooper contributes to public discourse as a <strong data-start="2327" data-end="2358">monthly political columnist</strong> for <em data-start="2363" data-end="2388">The Washington Informer</em> and serves as <strong data-start="2403" data-end="2422">Managing Editor</strong> of the publication’s <em data-start="2444" data-end="2460">Our House D.C.</em> newsletter, which focuses on the state and future of <strong data-start="2514" data-end="2554">Black homeownership in Wards 7 and 8</strong> of Washington, D.C.</p>

<div class="elementor-element elementor-element-ac70f13 elementor-widget elementor-widget-pxl_text_editor" data-id="ac70f13" data-element_type="widget" data-widget_type="pxl_text_editor.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <div id="pxl_text_editor-ac70f13-8065" class="pxl-text-editor-wrapper text-secondary link-default link-hover-default "></div> </div> </div> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-bbb889e elementor-widget elementor-widget-pxl_text_editor" data-id="bbb889e" data-element_type="widget" data-widget_type="pxl_text_editor.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <div id="pxl_text_editor-bbb889e-7873" class="pxl-text-editor-wrapper text-fifth link-default link-hover-default "> <p data-start="121" data-end="495">Over the years, she has anchored and reported primarily on the <strong data-start="360" data-end="393">evening and weekend newscasts</strong>, bringing viewers trusted and impactful coverage of major local, national, and international stories.</p> <p data-start="497" data-end="820">Ms. Umeh began her broadcasting career in <strong data-start="539" data-end="562">Champaign, Illinois</strong>, shortly after earning her degree from the <strong data-start="606" data-end="652">University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign</strong>. She quickly secured a full-time reporting role at <strong data-start="704" data-end="715">WCIA-TV</strong>, where she developed her reputation for journalistic integrity, clear reporting, and on-screen presence.</p> <p data-start="822" data-end="1019">With a career spanning more than two decades, Ms. Umeh has built a strong professional record in television journalism and continues to be a respected voice in the Washington, D.C. media landscape.</p> </div> </div> </div>

<p data-start="113" data-end="500">With over <strong data-start="258" data-end="273">seven years</strong> of experience as a <strong data-start="293" data-end="324">Personal Banking Specialist</strong> at ATB Financial in Calgary, he has consistently delivered tailored banking solutions and exceptional client service to a diverse portfolio of individual and business clients.</p> <p data-start="502" data-end="862">Prior to joining ATB Financial, Mr. Adebayo held key leadership roles in the banking and energy sectors. He served as <strong data-start="620" data-end="667">Branch Head and Senior Relationship Manager</strong> at <strong data-start="671" data-end="700">Intercontinental Bank PLC</strong>, where he successfully managed a <strong data-start="734" data-end="760">$500 million portfolio</strong> of high-net-worth clients across the <strong data-start="798" data-end="813">oil and gas</strong>, <strong data-start="815" data-end="830">real estate</strong>, and <strong data-start="836" data-end="853">manufacturing</strong> sectors.</p> <p data-start="864" data-end="1211">His expertise also extends into the energy industry, having served as <strong data-start="934" data-end="953">General Manager</strong> of <strong data-start="957" data-end="986">Codat Oil and Gas Company</strong>, where he led operations and strategic initiatives. In addition, he has managed a <strong data-start="1069" data-end="1091">startup enterprise</strong> focused on <strong data-start="1103" data-end="1134">oil marketing and financing</strong>, overseeing business development, capital structuring, and market expansion.</p> <p data-start="1213" data-end="1392">Mr. Adebayo brings a strong background in financial management, client relationship development, and strategic leadership across both the financial services and energy industries.</p>

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