WHO WE ARE
Extraordinary People. United by Purpose.
SAFEE aims to foster wellness, prosperity, and empowerment by leveraging strategic collaborations and targeted programming that uplifts communities and inspires generational transformation.
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The SAFEE Global Initiative
Founder & Chairman, Dr. Debbie Bartlett
SAFEE is an initiative of Dr. Debbie Bartlett, founder of the CEO Global Network, Nassau Bahamas, and Kids Muve International (a US-based 501c3 nonprofit founded by Lorraine B. Edwards; kidsmuve.org and illiteracyinitiative.info).
Our Mission
We envision a global community united by a mindset of ownership and self-determination — one that refuses to be defined by limits set by others.
Through education, entrepreneurship, innovation, mentoring, and access to capital, SAFEE equips families and nations to create enterprises, strengthen local economies, and improve quality of life in every country. Our aim is not charity as an endpoint, but economic emancipation: people who own, produce, trade, and lead.
Innovate & Lead
Equipping youth and adults to become innovative agents of change.
Build & Own
Helping communities train entrepreneurs and launch sustainable enterprises.
Emanicipate
Building a global movement toward economic independence and self-determination.
Ownership Changes Everything.
Our Primary Focus.
Global advocacy through marketing/media for organizations that support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for 2030 including:
No Poverty
Social entrepreneurship, networking, and access to capital
Zero-Hunger
Agribusiness and food security
Good Health & Well-being
Healthy eating and emotional/mental health
Quality Education
Early childhood education; basic, digital and financial literacy
Decent Work & Economic Growth
Work ethics and productivity
Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
Fintech, gaming, AI, affordable housing
Climate Action
Research and development
THE SAFEE Global Initiative
ADVISORY BOARD
DR. DEBBIE BARTLETT, OM
VISIONAIRE AND FOUNDER OF THE CEO NETWORK, ECONOMIC EMANCIPATION MOVEMENT, SAFEE GLOBAL INITIATIVE, BARTLETT MEDIA ENTERPRISES (BME) AND ECOPAY FINANCIAL.
Dr. Deborah Anne Bartlett (Nassau, Bahamas) is a member of the distinguished Order of Merit (OM) and Board of Governors of The Embassy International - who served 32 years on the Board of Governors w/ Dr. Myles Munroe. She is a world-renowned journalist, syndicated talk show host, author & global consultant.
HER ROYAL HIGHNESS (HRH) PRINCESS MORADEUN
Vice-Chair
A YORUBA PRINCESS, PAN-AFRICAN ROYAL, JOURNALIST, PUBLIC SPEAKER, CULTURAL AMBASSADOR & COMMUNITY LEADER.
HRH Princess Moradeun Adedoyin Solarin (London) is Founder & Executive Director of The New Pan-African Movement CIC & AŞO-ĘBÍ Festival Brand. A real ‘Yoruba Princess’ of Adedoyin Anoko Royal Lineage; Grand Daughter of His Royal Majesty (HRM) Oba William Christopher Adedoyin II, Akarigbo Anoko of Sagamu, Remo Kingdom, Ogun State, Nigeria.
LORRAINE B. EDWARDS ("RAIN")
Global Operations & Strategy
CHAIRMAN & CEO OF KIDS MUVE INTERNATIONAL, FOUNDER & PRESIDENT OF THE ZHANA CORPORATION, AND COO OF THE SAFEE GLOBAL INITIATIVE.
Lorraine B. Edwards, MBA is an Entrepreneur, Author, Leadership Advisor, and Global Strategist with an MBA in Marketing, bachelor's in computer science, and 35 yrs of technology and business experience. Lorraine is a woman of faith whose superpower is transforming strategy into results.
DAVID GREGG DICKSON
Technology
FOUNDER & CEO OF CONSILIER GROUP. PRESIDENT & GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OFFICER AT KIDS MUVE INTERNATIONAL.
Founder of Consilier Group consultants with 30 years’ experience evaluating emerging technologies incl. Information (IT), Financial (FinTech), Educational (EdTech), and now Artificial Intelligence (AI) at firms like AT&T, Google and Fidelity Investments. Co-Founder of 5Q Partners currently serving as President & Global Technology Officer at Kids Muve International.
BRANDON PONDER
Finance
DISTINGUISHED FINANCE PROFESSIONAL AND GRADUATE OF
HOWARD UNIVERSITY
Brandon Ponder is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Howard Stirk Holdings II, LLC, the largest minority-owned broadcast company in the USA; with a bachelor's degree in business finance and 15+ years of financial leadership experience. Brandon is responsible for managing and leading financial initiatives including shaping portfolio strategies, overseeing investments, and M&A's.
SHERMICHAEL SINGLETON
Senior Advisor, Coalition Building
POLITICAL CONSULTANT, WRITER, CNN & MSNOW COMMENTATOR, AND FORMER CONTRIBUTING HOST OF VOX MEDIA'S CONSIDER IT.
As a political operative, Shermichael worked on several presidential campaigns where he focused on youth outreach and engagement; and served as an advisor tasked with building coalitions within the faith community. Shermichael supports The Good Men Network and Lauren's Kids (helping to raise awareness about child sexual abuse).
DR. BENJAMIN NATHANIEL SMITH
Senior Advisor/Counselor
TRUSTED ADVISOR SOUGHT OUT BY LEADERS AROUND THE WORLD.
Dr. Benjamin Smith is a highly respected and influential leader, renowned for his expertise in strategic vision, cross-cultural communication, and organizational development. Fluent in multiple languages; Mr. Smith’s linguistic proficiency allows him to operate effortlessly in diverse international settings, facilitating cross-cultural business relations and expanding his global influence. Mr. Smith provides Leadership Training for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), Civil Society, and various Government Agencies.
DEBORAH H. DEAL
Senior Advisor, Construction Projects
PRESIDENT OF CB BAHAMAS, RESPECTED ENVIRONMENTALIST AND ENERGY CONSERVATIONIST.
Deborah Deal has been a building contractor for 35 yrs. Ms. Deal's concern for the environment aided her career as a builder of "green" homes having built her 1st green home 11 yrs ago with solar panels and back up batteries as its energy source. From residential to commercial, new construction to retrofitting, Ms. Deal covers all aspects of the construction field.
SAMUEL B. TATE
Senior Advisor, Broadcasting, Aviation, and Agribusiness
FORMER NATIONAL PRESIDENT OF NEW FARMERS OF AMERICA, U.S. ARMY VETERAN, COMMERCIAL PILOT, AND LEGENDARY ON-AIR RADIO PERSONALITY.
The Legendary "Brother Sam Tate" has been a radio broadcaster and consultant since 1964. In addition, Mr. Tate was an administrator and Dean for the NC Community College System, as well as a Commercial Pilot and Certified Flight Instructor with a mission to help youth excel in the Aviation industry.
DR. DARIO ROBERTS, DCS
Senior Advisor, Financial Technology
FINTECH ENTREPRENEUR, BUSINESSMAN, INFLUENCER AND AUTHOR.
Dr. Dario Roberts is widely recognized as a significant contributor to blockchain development, being cited in numerous articles and widely known publications. He is the Founder, Chairman & CEO of Virsymcoin, and Chairman & CEO of Bahabeach Global Solutions. Roberts works as an independent consultant to World Governments, Presidents, Royals, Celebrities, and Private Corporations.
MOMPATI PETER MARUAPULA
Senior Advisor, International Relations
FOUNDER AND CEO OF IMPERIOUS SOLUTIONS (BOTSWANA, AFRICA).
Peter Maruapula has 15+ yrs experience in private consultancy, investment facilitation, stakeholder engagement, and advocacy at the highest levels of Government. With key networks in Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Sub-Saharan Africa, Peter has facilitated complex multinational investment endeavors into Botswana's education, commodities, and energy sectors.
DR. (SIR) JOE MADU
Vice-Chair, International Commerce
FOUNDER & PRESIDENT OF THE US-AFRICA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE.
Dr. Sir Joe Madu (Sir Joe) is fortified with 30+ yrs of experience in successfully building economic bridges in international trade, investment, and human & natural capital capacity optimization. Sir Joe is a global bridge-builder who has led/hosted trade missions between African States and the USA. The US-Africa COC brings together the correct resources, members, and partnerships.
TRACY KIMBROW
Advisory Board Secretary
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT AND GLOBAL EVENTS MANAGER AT KIDS MUVE INTERNATIONAL.
Pastor Ren Rodney
Senior Advisor
Faith-Based Initiatives
BOARD MEMBER OF THE CEO GLOBAL NETWORK.
BERTHA COOPER-ROUSSEAU
General Counsel
MANAGING PARTNER OF ROUSSEAU & COOPER LAW FIRM AND MASTER OF THE BENCH (BENCHER) OF THE HONOURABLE SOCIETY OF THE MIDDLE TEMPLE.
VINCENT MCDONALD
Senior Advisor
Business Development
BAHAMIAN ENTREPRENEUR, DISTINGUISHED TOASTMASTER, AND OWNER OF THE CURLY GROUP OF COMPANIES INCLUDING CURLY'S BEACH RESORT AND VILLAS ON CAT ISLAND.