Jane Jelgerhuis is Managing Director at AfricaAtlantic, a frontier market development firm serving clients in the U.S. and Africa. AfricaAtlantic is focused on three industry sectors: Agriculture, Financial Services, and Health.AfricaAtlantic relentlessly pursues strategic and operational efficiencies on the ground in West Africa that will lead to a safer, more reliable investment environment.By working with national and local governments, the local business community, other multi-national corporations, as well as universities, the religious community and other NGO’s, AfricaAtlantic and its clients take a comprehensive approach to business planning to ensure the highest probability of sustainable performance and return on investment.
Jane’s passion for improving relations between the U.S. and Africa has expanded over the past decade, starting with client projects in Ghana and Nigeria regarding prevention and treatment of HIV/AIDS. In addition to AfricaAtlantic, Jane is a consultant to several colleges and universities, as well as corporations and NGO's. Jane is involved in all facets of fundraising, project management, and event planning. Earlier in her career, Jane served in senior staff positions for members of the United States House of Representatives, and she began her career in banking.
Jane has a degree in business from Dordt College, and, along with her husband Drew and daughter Keeley, resides in West Michigan. Jane works from offices in Michigan; Maryland; and Accra, Ghana.
