The African Diaspora Chamber of Commerce (ADCC)
Is a Domestic nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting the African Diaspora to the African continent through commerce, culture, and capital. Founded in 2012, ADCC serves as a bridge for economic empowerment, investment partnerships, and cultural exchange.
Our mission
Our mission is to advocate for humanity, to feature Africa as the next frontier for economic growth and development, while promoting gender equality and youth empowerment.
Vision:
Our vision for penetrating Africa is threefold:
Exchange cultural, educational, and economic inclusion among the African Diaspora and Africa.
Authentic African history, classrooms without walls. “It’s difficult to know where you’re going – if you don’t know where you’ve been”.
Breaking down previously established barriers (MYTHS) about Africa.
Facilitate greater communication through public relations and real-life successes.
Collaboration of private and public enterprises, investment capital, technology transfer and management.
AFRICAN DIASPORA – DEFINITION
Contemporary Diaspora, those who left the continent seeking greater opportunities. Historical Diaspora, descendants of enslavement. Most having a desire to reconnect and assist in the re-branding, reshaping, and the revitalization of Africa. ~ Pat McCants
Meet Team Members
Pat McCants
Pat McCants has over 50 years of experience in global business development, cultural diplomacy, and strategic partnerships. Her visionary leadership continues to drive ADCC’s impact across six continents.
Chijioke James
James brings over 20 years of experience in international development and public policy. He leads ADCC’s African engagement, building partnerships with governments and advancing infrastructure and trade initiatives across the continent
Charles Yomekpe
With over 28 years in finance and investment, Charles has led portfolios exceeding $300 million. He
specializes in due diligence, financial modeling, and ESG-focused strategies, supporting institutional
investors and development partners across emerging markets. ADCC operates with a growing network of strategic advisors, project partners, and affiliate
leadership across six continents.
Livingstone Adwini Poku
Is Ghanaian American with over 35 years of experience in Engineering design and development, IT and Manufacturing Management in the automotive industry. Background in Automotive safety, Testing and Certification. Involved in working with Automotive manufacturers globally in North America, Europe, Asia and South America to include General Motors, Ford, Chrysler/FCA, Isuzu, Nissan, Mitsubishi