Alan Kessler
Founder at AFRICAN DISCOVERY GROUP, INC.
Net worth: 5 375 $ as of 2024-03-30
Profile
Alan Kessler is the founder of African Discovery Group, Inc. (founded in 2017) and holds the title of Chief Executive Officer & Director.
Mr. Kessler is also the founder of African Discovery Foundation.
Currently, Mr. Kessler is a Director at Port Energy Ltd., First American Minerals LLC, and Ogelle Ltd.
In the past, Mr. Kessler served as Chairman & Chief Executive Officer at African Agriculture, Inc., Chairman & Chief Strategic Officer at African Agriculture Holdings, Inc. (in 2024), and Managing Director at Ladenburg Thalmann & Co., Inc. (from 2014 to 2017).
Mr. Kessler completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Pennsylvania and holds an MBA from Columbia Business School.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
0.02% | 2023-12-05 | 13,678 ( 0.02% ) | 5 375 $ | 2024-03-30 |
Alan Kessler active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| AFRICAN DISCOVERY GROUP, INC. | Founder | 2016-12-31 |
Port Energy Ltd.
 Port Energy Ltd. Oil & Gas ProductionEnergy Minerals Port Energy Ltd. engages in oil and gas exploration and production. It focuses on the identification and acquisition of oil and gas resources. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in British Virgin Islands. | Director/Board Member | - |
| First American Minerals LLC | Director/Board Member | - |
| Ogelle Ltd. | Director/Board Member | - |
Former positions of Alan Kessler
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
Ladenburg Thalmann & Co., Inc.
 Ladenburg Thalmann & Co., Inc. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Ladenburg Thalmann & Co., Inc. provides investment baking and brokerage services. The firm also provides asset and wealth management, underwriting, alternative investments and advisory services. It serves emerging growth companies and high net worth individuals. The company was founded in 1876 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Corporate Officer/Principal | 2016-12-31 |
| African Discovery Foundation | Founder | - |
African Agriculture, Inc.
 African Agriculture, Inc. Agricultural Commodities/MillingProcess Industries African Agriculture, Inc. engages in commercial farming, fishery logistics and management, and carbon offset production. Its products include Alfalfa supreme, premium, and first grade. The company was founded on May 7, 2021 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Chief Executive Officer | - |
Training of Alan Kessler
| University of Pennsylvania | Undergraduate Degree |
| Columbia Business School | Masters Business Admin |
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| Listed companies | 1 |
|---|---|
| AFRICAN DISCOVERY GROUP, INC. | Commercial Services |
| Private companies | 6 |
|---|---|
Ladenburg Thalmann & Co., Inc.
Ladenburg Thalmann & Co., Inc. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Ladenburg Thalmann & Co., Inc. provides investment baking and brokerage services. The firm also provides asset and wealth management, underwriting, alternative investments and advisory services. It serves emerging growth companies and high net worth individuals. The company was founded in 1876 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Finance |
Port Energy Ltd.
Port Energy Ltd. Oil & Gas ProductionEnergy Minerals Port Energy Ltd. engages in oil and gas exploration and production. It focuses on the identification and acquisition of oil and gas resources. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in British Virgin Islands. | Energy Minerals |
African Agriculture, Inc.
African Agriculture, Inc. Agricultural Commodities/MillingProcess Industries African Agriculture, Inc. engages in commercial farming, fishery logistics and management, and carbon offset production. Its products include Alfalfa supreme, premium, and first grade. The company was founded on May 7, 2021 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Process Industries |
| First American Minerals LLC | |
| Ogelle Ltd. | |
| African Discovery Foundation |
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