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Our Team

The people sourcing, blending and delivering agricultural inputs across West Africa.

Why choose Us.

Our team has been working together in business and agriculture for almost 20 years! Some of us have been friends since childhood. Our dedication to each other's success creates a strength that extends to all our clients and customers.

Our Mission.

Our mission is to strengthen food security in West Africa by building modern infrastructure and supporting the productivity of West African agriculture and livestock.

What we Do.

We are building modern infrastructure to support the productivity of West African Agriculture and Livestock. This includes opening new channels of trade, and growing incendiary markets. We are laying foundations to support flourishing agricultural communities.

Leadership

Orion Tang

President CEO

Orion Tang

Orion brings 15 years of production and business development experience to Harvest Business Group USA. He has an extensive background working with production, consumer products, technology and logistics. Orion is a proven leader in the strategic planning and execution of product development, marketing, licensing, and operations activities. His knowledge of the consumer and the solutions they require has proven invaluable in the development of businesses and products.

MAMANE L. YAHAYA MAHAMADOU

Chairman CEO Harvest Business Group, Republique du Niger

MAMANE L. YAHAYA MAHAMADOU

Mamane, born and raised in Niger, West Africa, brings his extensive knowledge of business and culture to the team. He has an unparalleled drive to create sustainable growth in the agricultural sector. Mamane’s ability to network and continuously seek out opportunities are second to none. His team building skills and passion to improve people’s lives makes him an invaluable member to the team.

Mamane Sani Ibrahima

Vice President, Harvest Business Group, Republic du Niger

Mamane Sani Ibrahima

Sani, born and raised in Niger, West Africa, brings his extensive knowledge of business and culture to the team. He has an extremely diverse skill set with experience in both the private and national sector. Sani excels at strategic planning and operational improvement.

Competencies

  • Management
  • Project Management
  • Financial Analysis
  • Management Control
  • General Accounting
  • Public & Private Law
  • Taxation
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Accounting Software
Halidou Salou Billo

Vice President, Harvest Business Group, Republic du Niger

Halidou Salou Billo

Halidou, born and raised in Niger, West Africa, brings his extensive knowledge of business and culture to the team. He has over 30 years of experience networking in both the private and municipal sector.

Richard S. Rowe

Vice President and Director

Richard S. Rowe

Richard brings a strong background of entrepreneurship and hands-on management experience to Harvest Business Group USA.  He has successfully guided the advancement of new and existing companies and product categories, crafting teams, developing products and guiding operations. Richard’s insight into the emerging industry and related ancillary industries led him to the forefront of consultation and solutions for this bourgeoning marketplace.

Reny F. Townsend

Vice President and Director

Reny F. Townsend

Reny’s regulatory and business management talents are honed by more than a decade in real estate development and the specialty nutrient market. Beyond his executive role in regulatory management and top executive business relationships, Reny’s career has immersed him in nearly every aspect of business development and operations.

Charity A. Townsend

Director of Financial Planning

Charity A. Townsend

Charity brings over 15 years of leadership in human resources and financial planning for companies in rapidly evolving environments. She excels in coordinating and collaborating with leadership teams as well as developing, attracting and retaining quality talent. Charity fosters a strong sense of entrepreneurial spirit in high growth companies. She has a strong interest in social enterprise and operational improvement. She leads an organizational team to meet corporate needs regarding the administration, IT, corporate information, risk management and financial services. Charity has been instrumental in building several other start-up companies that have thrived under her organizational management.