Chair of the Board
Agape Leemue Toe has deep experience across environmental education, forestry, and climate advocacy and brings both strong local grounding and global perspective to OPL’s governance. Agape currently serves as Deputy Executive Director for Instruction at the Forestry Training Institute (FTI) and as Country Program Manager for the Girl-Led Action on Climate Change Project under the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts / Liberia Girl Guides Association. Previously, she served as Environmental Education Coordinator with the Liberia Geographical Society and as Green Corridor Project Coordinator with SCNL/FTI/UNDP, supporting landscape conservation and climate-responsive programming. A recognized climate advocate, Agape was part of the Liberian national delegation to the COP29 Summit, contributing to international dialogue on climate action and sustainable development. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science and a Certificate in Girl-Led Advocacy.
Vice Chair of the Board / Co-founder
Mr. Hales Daddyboy Hoggard holds a Bachelor of Science in Agronomy, with an emphasis in Soil Science, from the University of Liberia. He possesses a strong foundation in sustainable agricultural practices, soil management, and crop production, gained through a combination of academic training and extensive hands-on field experience. Hales has served in several key roles, including Project Manager, Field Manager, Agriculture Coordinator, and Extension Officer, where he has successfully led agricultural projects, coordinated field operations, and provided technical support to farmers through extension services. He currently serves as an Inspector for Food and Feeds Quality Control and Compliance, contributing to the enforcement of standards that promote food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.
Secretary of the Board
Teia brings over 32 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, with a strong background in workforce development, grant preparation, fund allocation, fundraising, and public relations. She holds an MBA in Business and Human Resource Management and is a Cisco Certified Network Administrator. She previously served as Managing Human Resources Director at Concre8tive Community Services and Development from 2010 to 2024 and continues to serve on its board. She currently serves as Administrator for the National Economic and Social Development Action Committee (NESDAC), and as Chief Administrative Officer for the Oka Neshoba Chickasaw Nation in Memphis, Tennessee, where she oversees compliance and organizational initiatives, including political and legal affairs. She brings deep administrative, governance, and compliance expertise to the Board.
CEO / Board Member
Emmanuel is a development practitioner with a strong focus on youth engagement, sustainability, and climate-smart agriculture. He serves as Vice President of the Kremeweh Youth Association of Maryland County, where he leads conflict resolution and community development initiatives and acts as a liaison between youth organizations and local government. He holds a certificate in Circular Economy/Waste-to-Value, with specialization in climate-smart solutions such as Black Soldier Fly farming. With additional training in graphic design and a working background in SQL, he brings a practical, systems-oriented approach to organizational leadership, communication, and data-informed decision-making.
Board Member
Wellington is a community leader with extensive experience in local governance and agricultural development. He previously served as Mayor of Pleebo, the economic hub of Liberia’s Cape Palmas region, and has worked as a liaison between Nyanbo communities and the Cavalla Rubber Corporation. He also serves as Secretary General of the Nyanbo Development Committee and Treasurer of the Nyanbo Investment Fund. With a background in the agricultural supply chain, he brings practical insight into sustainable, community-driven economic growth.