Corporate Team – AU Consulting Group

Aleksey Yakovlev
Chairman of the Board
CEO

Aleksey Yakovlev is chairman and chief executive officer of AU Consulting Group, a major commodities firm specializing in sugar, cocoa, used cooking oil (UCO), and various other essential products.

In addition to heading AU Consulting Group, Aleksey continues to serve as CEO of International Plastics Corporation, a manufacturer and distributor of Plastic commodities geared towards commercial and industrial plastic products.

Skills, experience and contribution:

Seasoned business leader with extensive experience in, and understanding of, commodity transactions and distribution.
Strong track record in leading and chairing organizations
Significant experience in providing strategic advice to major international organizations and governments

Samuel Torres
President Brazil Operations
Board Member

Samuel Meira Torres is a businessman, 36 years old, with a degree in Jewelry Design and Manufacturing, specializing in Brazilian gemstones and precious stones. With a solid career in the industry, he has developed extensive expertise in the evaluation, trading, and export of high-value gemstones and mineral resources, actively participating in both domestic and international transactions.

Throughout his professional journey, he has built extensive experience in international trade, exports, commodities, and luxury products, including significant expertise in the exportation and commercialization of Brazilian sugar in international markets. His background combines technical knowledge, strategic market insight, and a global business network focused on high-value transactions.

His work is distinguished by a commitment to quality, transparency, and the promotion of Brazil’s natural resources and premium products in major international markets.

Recognized for his ability to connect business opportunities and create value in sophisticated transactions, Samuel Meira Torres brings together specialized knowledge and practical experience to serve clients and partners in projects related to luxury goods, gemology, precious stones, commodities, Brazilian agricultural products, and international commerce.

Nana Kyemereh Kokoankra II
President Community Liaison of Ghana
Board Member

Nana KyemerehKokoankra II is the Chief for the people of Wassa Dominase in the Western Region of Ghana. He uses the title “Nana” “with name derived as being Royal to a Stool land he oversees”, he was crowned in 2015.

Nana Kyemereh, over the years has excelled in many respective fields and has contributed immensely to people’s developmental capabilities by providing coaching, mentorship, and opening job opportunities for the youth in his community.

I believe that Chieftaincy and businesses should play a critical role in tackling some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Throughout my career, I have sought to put business in service of humanity by prioritizing purpose-driven approaches that benefit all stakeholders, from employees to customers for current and future generations.

From my early days working as a trained Teacher in Africa, to my two-decade tenure in the USA at some of the world’s largest privately-owned companies, I’ve always been passionate about the idea of ‘net positive’ companies, those that thrive by giving more to the world than they take.

Let’s inspire the next generation of business leaders to aim high, stay focused, and make a positive impact on the world.

Peter Chung
President Asia Region
Board Member

Peter Chung brings a wealth of experience in commodities trading to AU Consulting Group. With a proven track record of successfully handling complex trade deals and negotiating fairly in the international market, Peter has joined forces with Aleksey Yakovlev, the founder of AU Consulting Group, to expand the company’s footprint in Asian countries. Peter has successfully developed and managed export relationships and partnerships with numerous Korean and Chinese companies, covering a broad spectrum of industries. His expertise extends to the export of commodity goods, including fruits, beef, poultry, seafood, edible oils, and recycled oils. His expertise and dedication are instrumental in driving AU Consulting Group’s commitment to integrity and efficiency in global trade.

Rafael Chamoulian
Chief Operations Manager
Board Member

With an impressive breadth of experience acquired over the past decade, Mr. Chamoulian has cultivated a diverse range of skills in navigating the intricate workings of multiple businesses. Notably, he served as the Chief Operating Officer for a renowned non-profit organization, recognized and celebrated for its exceptional dedication to enhancing communities worldwide. Mr. Chamoulian possesses a wide-ranging set of skills, encompassing, yet not restricted to, adeptly overseeing a corporate team to deliver exceptional products.

With a remarkable aptitude for effectively leading corporate teams, he ensures the delivery of exemplary products that exceed expectations. He demonstrates exceptional prowess in overseeing the intricate logistics associated with the shipping and handling of food and beverages. Furthermore, his profound understanding of the wide array of products exported from various countries enables him to navigate the global market with ease. Mr. Chamoulian’s keen eye for budget management ensures that resources are optimally allocated, resulting in the expedited delivery of superior products. Leveraging his expansive network spanning the globe, he consistently strives to ensure that your product attains the highest echelons of excellence.

Jerry Pearring
Chief Global Logistics
Board Member

Jerry has over 30 years of food and beverage commodity and consumer products experience focusing on:

Developing and managing regional and national DSD networks
Developing and managing national wholesalers including McLane, Core-Mark and key accounts including 7-Eleven, Wal-Mart, Costco, etc.
Developing and sourcing new product formulations, packaging, and co-packing
Developing and managing a customer base for domestic and international air shipments and container sales of live, fresh and frozen seafood with emphasis on China, Hong Kong and Korea.
Developing and managing primary producers of commodities including seafood, beef, pork, seafood, edible oils, and recycled oils.

He has served as CEO of both private and public food and beverage companies and holds a BS degree from George Mason University and an MBA from Marymount University. Jerry serves as the CEO of EcoVending, LLC.

Noah Kwasi Amenyah
President Ghana Operations
Board Member

Mr.Noah Kwasi Amenyah has a vast expertise in the cocoa value chain with over 3 decades of experience in the cocoa industry in Ghana. Born in the heart of a cocoa growing community, Mr Noah Amenyah has been exposed to cocoa since childhood. HIs love for cocoa and agriculture led him to attend the School of Agriculture – University of Cape coast where he studied Agriculture. As an agriculturist he held various positions in cocoa quality assurance for nineteen (19) years. He supervised the grading and sealing of cocoa from the farm gates to the harbors. He worked as a Public Affairs Director of Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) and Deputy Managing Director of Quality Control Company of COCOBOD. He has also worked with the World Cocoa Foundation as a consultant, and as a deputy Chief Executive Officer of Ghana Cooperative Marketing Association of Ghana – a licenced cocoa buying company.

His experience over the years has given him in-depth knowledge in the industry making him a cocoa expert and reputable resource person. As a chartered marketer and a member of Chartered Institute of Marketing (Ghana) – CIMG, he has created a reputation of marketing cocoa and boosting cocoa consumption in the sub-region. As a result of his impeccable accomplishments, Mr Noah Amenyah was adjudged the cocoa entrepreneur of the year 2022 and an ambassador of cocoa consumption campaign of the year 2022.