Team Details

Claudia Gale is the Chief Executive Officer and President of Gale Energy LLC, based in Philadelphia, PA, USA. She leads a private company that operates as an independent consultancy for certified consultants, private-sector project developers, international construction firms, and entities engaged in the oil and gas industry, trading of metals and minerals, commodities, and mining. Additionally, she collaborates with non-governmental organizations (NGOs), the World Bank, and United Nations consultants, as well as financiers, investors, project management firms, and manufacturers directly involved in project development. Her expertise extends to marketing, research and development, and international trade, with a strong focus on infrastructure projects across Africa, the Caribbean, the Middle East, and South America. She plays a key role in facilitating investments and financial structuring for large-scale projects through strategic partnerships with financiers, lenders, and investors. With a proven track record in international trade and development, Claudia Gale possesses extensive experience in business negotiation, strategic planning, operations management, international relations, and market research. Affiliations and Key Areas of Focus Claudia Gale is actively engaged in securing financing and investment partnerships for private-sector infrastructure projects. Her work spans multiple sectors, including: • Electric Vehicle Industry: Development of assembly plants in Africa in collaboration with Asian manufacturers, focusing on electric cars, buses, taxis, and tractors, with a 65-35% financing model. • Housing and Infrastructure: Deployment of prefabricated affordable housing solutions, modular container housing, “green” industrial facilities, and large-scale highway and road repair projects across Africa. • Energy and Natural Resources: Investment and trading in petroleum products, gas, and renewable energy solutions, including solar panel deployment. • Mining and Commodities: Facilitation of investments in the mining sector, including mineral processing and trading, in partnership with asset owners. • Sustainable Transportation: Promotion and distribution of electric bikes, folding scooters, cycles, carts, electric vehicle (EV) chargers, tourist buses, and patrol vehicles for urban and commercial use. • Agricultural Processing and Trade: Development of processing plants for cocoa beans, raw cashew nuts, and tomatoes, as well as support for licensed oil refinery operations seeking investment partnerships. • Veterans’ Enterprises: Long-term project development for U.S. veterans’ initiatives, particularly in Africa. • Terrestrial Humanitarian Empowerment Foundation: is a nonprofit organization in Nigeria dedicated to empowering the less privileged through humanitarian aid, skill acquisition, and agricultural initiatives. • Royal Care Foundation – Kenya: is a nonprofit organization focused on providing humanitarian aid, healthcare, and empowerment programs to improve the well-being of vulnerable communities. • US – Africa Chamber of Commerce – Volunteer • Connect Family Center Inc. Volunteer Through Gale Energy, LLC, she is committed to fostering strong leadership, strategic collaborations, and impactful partnerships across Africa, the Caribbean, South America, South Korea, and the United States. Education • The Wharton School – MBA in Business Administration and Management. • She has completed numerous professional management courses from prestigious world-class universities, earning multiple certifications that attest to her academic and professional achievements. Few of Her Licenses & Certifications • Recertification Credit HR Approval – HR Certification Institute (HRCI) Issued: August 2024 | Credential ID: 673513 • SMB Finance Leadership Forum – Argyle Issued: February 2022 | Credential ID: 14753 • Understanding the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Global Goodwill Ambassadors Foundation (GGAF) Issued: January 2022 | Credential ID: d9knhiqce8 Skills and Expertise Claudia Gale possesses a diverse skill set, including but not limited to: • Business Development • Strategic Planning & Business Strategy • Contract Negotiation • International Trade & Export Management • Energy Sector Investment • Leadership & Operations Management • Logistics & Supply Chain Management • Market Research & Marketing Strategy • Project Management • Sales & Sourcing • West African Business Relations & Communication Her extensive experience in international business and project development has positioned her as a key player in fostering global partnerships and driving sustainable economic growth in emerging markets. She has been an active partner to THEF