CHACC Board of Directors
The Colorado Haitian-American Chamber of Commerce (CHACC) is led by a dedicated board of Haitian-American professionals whose collective expertise spans business, education, government, nonprofit leadership, and community development. Each board member brings a unique perspective and deep commitment to advancing the Chamber’s mission: promoting economic empowerment, fostering entrepreneurship, and strengthening the voice of the Haitian-American community across Colorado.
Together, the board works to create a supportive ecosystem where Haitian-owned businesses can thrive, community partnerships can flourish, and the next generation of Haitian-American leaders can be empowered. Through advocacy, resource development, and collaboration, CHACC’s leadership is building a more connected, resilient, and prosperous future for the Haitian diaspora in Colorado.
-
Board Member
US Navy Veteran of 22 Years. A Miami, Florida Native, Ederson’s experiences growing up in the Little Haiti Community, has made him an advocate for those who are going through some of the same challenges he has faced in his past. Little Haiti is a neighborhood which he loves and is rooted in even today when he is distant from Miami. Ed can be said to be a true son of his native Haiti and her people. An Alumni of Southern Illinois University (SIU) where he did his undergrad studies in Instructional Design, Workforce Education and Development. And of Devry, Keller Graduate School of Business where he earned his Double master's degrees in business and project management. He is a Certified Lean Six Sigma Black belt and a career Naval Supply Chain Expert. An author who's published several distinguished books, to include his memoir; Earth of Existence: A Journey from Haiti to America, Face of Leadership, Black Children Cannot Wait, Modern Cave and the sultry Poetry Book titled Salt & Earth.
-
Board Member
A first-generation Haitian-American, Edwine Michel is a seasoned executive and community advocate whose journey as the son of Haitian immigrants inspires his work in education, equity, and economic empowerment. Edwine brings a global perspective rooted in a deep connection to his Haitian heritage.
An alumnus of the University of Rochester (BS and MS in Optics/Optical Sciences), Boston University (MBA in Strategy & International Management), and Yale School of Management/The Broad Center (MEd in Educational Leadership), Edwine is also a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with extensive leadership credentials.
With more than 20 years of leadership experience across education, philanthropy, consulting, technology, and industry, Edwine currently serves as Chief of Staff to the President at the Charter School Growth Fund, and as Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Schola Sophia.
He serves on the boards of Denver Language School and The Child is Innocent, and remains a committed champion of education, entrepreneurship, and cross-cultural leadership—dedicated to building stronger communities in Colorado and beyond.
-
Board Member
With extensive expertise in pharmacy management, healthcare operations, and Lean Six Sigma methodologies, Dell brings robust leadership in operational excellence, healthcare innovation, and community health initiatives.
-
Board Member
IA seasoned real estate and business broker, Idly has executed over 200 successful transactions. His entrepreneurial acumen and background in education significantly bolster CHACC’s mission of economic empowerment
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
info@haitianchamberco.org