Integrity
We say what we can do—and what we cannot. No inflated claims.
About
AK Advisory Group
A boutique U.S.–Africa advisory firm led by Aminata Kasse—connecting African opportunities with U.S. capital, expertise, partnerships, and markets.
Leadership
Aminata Kasse
Founder & Principal Advisor
EN | FRKansas City ↔ AfricaAminata Kasse is an international business and advisory professional with experience spanning finance, project and program management, business development, strategic planning, and international operations.
With professional experience in the United States and international markets, she brings a cross-cultural perspective and a practical understanding of how organizations navigate complex business environments, develop strategic partnerships, and move opportunities from concept to execution.
A central focus of her work is strengthening economic and business connections between Africa and the United States—helping African governments, institutions, businesses, entrepreneurs, and project sponsors position credible opportunities and build relationships with potential U.S. investors, companies, financial institutions, and strategic partners.
Areas of expertise
- U.S.–Africa investment facilitation
- Strategic and management advisory
- International business development
- Investment readiness
- Project and program management
- Financial and business analysis
- Stakeholder engagement
- Cross-border partnership development
The firm
AK Advisory Group LLC is a boutique advisory firm based in Kansas City, USA. The firm is a strategic bridge between African opportunities and the U.S. market—and a practical partner for U.S. organizations exploring Africa.
Many promising African opportunities can benefit from greater visibility, stronger investment positioning, and access to the right international relationships. The firm helps on both sides of that bridge: preparing and connecting African opportunities with U.S. capital, expertise, partnerships, and markets—and advising U.S. companies and organizations on partnerships and market expansion in Africa, with particular strength in Francophone and West African markets.
Languages
English and French. The founder is bilingual; the firm’s work reflects a strong Francophone and West Africa focus.
Values
Integrity, professionalism, collaboration, and measurable results—guiding sustainable partnerships that create long-term economic and business value.
Professionalism
Calm, precise work that respects counterparts on both sides of the Atlantic.
Collaboration
Partnerships work when roles are clear and stakeholders stay aligned.
Measurable results
Progress you can see: materials ready, introductions made, next steps owned—not vague activity.
How we work with you
Engagements are scoped to the opportunity. Typical work includes preparation, positioning, introductions, stakeholder engagement, business missions, and next-stage coordination—always advisory and facilitative, never a promise of capital or results.
- Start with a clear conversation about goals, constraints, and readiness
- Agree on scope before introductions or materials work begins
- Work in English, French, or both as the relationship requires
- Coordinate carefully across borders when multiple stakeholders are involved