Team Leadership
US-Congo Business Chamber. Structure
The structure of the US-Congo Business Chamber is designed to ensure effective leadership, regional representation, and focused support for our members. Through a combination of executive leadership, strategic governance, and specialized departments, we work to advance cross-border trade, investment, and economic cooperation between the United States and the Democratic Republic of Congo. This structure allows us to respond to the evolving needs of our business community while promoting transparency, collaboration, and sustainable growth.
Junior Bompeti
President
As Chairman, I am proud to lead an organization dedicated to fostering
strong economic ties between the United States and the Democratic
Republic of Congo. Our mission is to create a platform where businesses
can grow, collaborate, and thrive across borders.
Richard Tati Poueba
Secretary
Former President of the Congolese Community of DFW and Surroundings;
Global Technical Trainer at Halliburton Energy Services.
Chairman and CEO at Rich Global Multiservices (RGM).
A certified coach, speaker, and trainer from John C. Maxwell International leadership team.
Richard is a secretary and communication manager at the US-CONGO Chamber of Commerce.
Massy MASENGU Tshiongo
Treasury
Heads of COMMISSIONS:
Our commissions are specialized working groups that focus on strategic sectors and policy areas critical to US-Congo economic collaboration. Each commission is led by an experienced professional committed to advancing industry-specific initiatives and fostering dialogue between stakeholders.
Prince Henry Mpala
Congo Brazzaville business development and relationship with the government
President Fondateur du Kongo
Antony Francis
Relationship with European American companies
Shannon Woods
Education and Training
Trustee board member TCC
Pierre Djunga
Energy, Oil and Gas industry
Mr. Pierre Djunga had a distinguished 26-year career in the petrochemical and energy industry with Chevron, holding positions of increasing responsibility in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Republic of the Congo, Angola, and the United States, as well as contributing to major capital projects across Europe and Asia. He holds a Master of Science in Engineering Management, a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Technology, and a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Christian Tshiongo
Research, medical and Pharmaceuticals
Naupess Kibiswa
Conflicts resolution and regional peace
Daddy Djamba
Relation with DR Congo government and USA diaspora involvement
Richard Raty
Communication
Gogo Kupa
Agriculture & Agribusiness development
Gorette Kupa, known as "Gogo," is a Congolese-American social entrepreneur, licensed life and health insurance agent, and community leader based in Galesburg, Illinois. She is the founder and executive director of the Lipanda Foundation, which empowers French-speaking African immigrants through education, workforce development, and food security initiatives. With a background in international trade and economics, Gorette transitioned from a successful career in banking and entrepreneurship in Dubai to launching impactful projects in the U.S., including the Galesburg Selfie Museum, Gyann Event, and a community garden promoting African crops and local food sovereignty.
Charles King
Information Technology and attract investors
Patrick Onoya Ntambwe
Strategic Minerals Management
Maj Kisimba Ngoy
Business lawyers( USA, DR Congo and Republic of Congo laws)
Kennedy Bitulu
Intelligence, Security and strategist
Diane Mutombo
Contact with the U.S. government, Congress and agencies
Eliane Mutombo
Hospitality businesses, hotels & Restaurants
Yannick Kapita Katanga
Construction and Infrastructures
*co-founder of the Lipanda Foundation*, a U.S.-based organization promoting cultural exchange, community integration, and economic ties between the DRC and the United States. He is passionate about youth empowerment, agriculture, and grassroots diplomacy.