Nii Lantey Bortey has over 15 years of experience in project research management and design, which has led to the successful implementation of HIV/AIDS and other public health and biotechnology projects in Africa and the United States. His expertise encompasses human and community development, research, training, and strategic planning for non-governmental organizations, government institutions, and faith- and community-based organizations involved in U.S. government-funded programs. In 2016, Nii Lantey served as a United States Peace Corps Volunteer in Malawi, where he acted as an NGO Advisor/Coordinator for the PEPFAR DREAMS initiative. He worked closely with the USAID PEPFAR Team and other stakeholders to develop a framework that improved NGO coordination and efficiency. His leadership was instrumental in successfully implementing the Girl Roster™ to identify orphans and vulnerable children (OVCs) in Machinga District. Nii Lantey has participated in numerous sustainable development conferences and workshops across East Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa. As the Executive Director of CenRID, he leverages his extensive experience in international development and his proven track record of effectively leading and training teams engaged with diverse multilateral organizations and government institutions.