About Richard A. SASA - Founder & CEO

Richard A. SASA is a seasoned Human Resources professional with over a decade of substantial experience across public and private administration, nonprofit leadership, and international business development in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the United States, and Italy.

• HR Expertise: Proven track record in talent management, workforce integration, and organizational development.

• Public & Private Administration: Served in the Office of the First Vice President of the Congolese Parliament, the Ministry of Youth & Sports, and as Office Manager in a private law firm.

• Marketing & Sales: Recognized as one of the top marketers and sellers at Comax SPRL (DRC) and experienced in wireless company sales.

• Nonprofit Leadership: Served as President (for over 12 years) of Fondation SASA, a family charity organization based in Kinshasa and deeply involved in various nonprofit initiatives in the DRC.

• Education & Certificates: Holds a master’s degree in human resources management from Utah State University, an “Executive Certificate in Global Business Management”, and a certificate in “The Everyday Entrepreneur Program” from The Mill Entrepreneur Center in Sandy, Utah (USA).

• Multilingual & Culturally Fluent: Having lived in the DRC, Malawi, USA, and Italy, Richard brings a deep understanding of global cultures and markets.

Expertise & Achievements

• Talent Strategy Leadership: Extensive experience hiring and retaining immigrant and refugee workers for U.S. manufacturing leaders such as Norbest LLC, JBS, and Daily’s Premium Meats in Utah.

• Comprehensive HR Programs: Designed and implemented recruitment, relocation, housing, and retention initiatives for refugee workers, improving workforce stability.

• Diversity & Inclusion Impact: Supported companies’ efforts to reduce employee turnover through inclusive policies, workforce engagement, and community integration.

• Culture & Branding: Helped companies build welcoming, multicultural environments to strengthen employee belonging and corporate identity.

• Community Outreach: Developed programs integrating newcomers into social and professional life, increasing cohesion and active participation.

• Marketing & Sales Success: Awarded “Best Marketer & Seller” at Comax SPRL (DRC).

• Nonprofit Leadership: Directed Fondation SASA for 12 years, advancing family- and community-focused charitable projects.

• Public Administration: Experience in legislative and ministerial offices in the DRC.

• Private Administration: Strong background in office management within the legal sector.