Champions for Diversity & Inclusion Awards 2024: Linda Ogbah Faas doubles memberships at African Chamber of Commerce
Linda Ogbah Faas has been an integral part of the African Chamber of Commerce in St. Louis for four years, serving as its president for the past two years. In her role as president, Ogbah Faas has increased the chamber's membership list from 300 to more than 600 members and increased active paying memberships by 60% in the past year alone.
In addition, she has advanced the Chamber's partnerships with Greater St. Louis, local banks, nonprofits, schools, businesses, and the World Trade Center St. Louis, where she recently organized and hosted a reception for African delegates from Rwanda and Kenya.
Outside of work, Ogbah Faas has published multiple books, participates in half-marathons, served in the U.S. Navy for seven years, and is currently serving with the Army National Guard