The people behind the purpose.
Experience across professional sports, entertainment, finance and international business. A shared commitment to helping the next generation of African athletes and creators move forward.
Leon
Majondo-Mwamba
A vision shaped by experience and a belief in what talent can become.
Leon founded MMF Sports & Creatives after seeing firsthand how talented young athletes in Africa could face very different paths to opportunity. Today, he is bringing together experienced people and international relationships to help build stronger pathways for young athletes and creators.
Read Leon's StoryExperience that builds.
The people helping shape the creative, financial and operational work behind MMFSC.
James “Jimmy” Thomas
Chief Creative Officer
With more than three decades of experience across music, film, animation and digital media, Jimmy brings a deep understanding of creativity and its business. His focus includes helping young creators understand ownership, distribution and the value of what they create.
Charles Kim
Chief Financial Officer
Charles brings international capital markets and investment banking experience to MMFSC. His background includes work with major global financial institutions, supporting the financial planning and business structure needed to turn opportunities into viable projects.
Alex Minzeni Monga
Director of Operations
Alex helps translate the MMFSC vision into day to day work. With a personal background in football and basketball, he understands the value of sports in developing discipline, confidence and responsibility among young people.
Perspective that matters.
Experience drawn from professional sports, former player leadership and international finance.
Gerard Warren
Chairman, MMFSC Sports Advisory Board
The No. 3 overall pick in the 2001 NFL Draft, Gerard played 11 seasons in the league. He brings firsthand knowledge of college football, recruiting, professional preparation and the demands athletes face throughout their careers.
Claude Harriott
Board Member, MMFSC
Claude serves as President of the NFLPA Former Players Washington, D.C. Chapter. His experience with the former player community brings valuable perspective on professional athletes, relationships and life beyond competition.
Nicola Tacchini
Financial Advisor, MMFSC
Based in Luxembourg, Nicola brings experience in international finance, trade and business operations. His perspective supports MMFSC's understanding of cross border opportunities and the practical financial relationships needed to advance them.
They know what the work takes.
Former professional players helping shape the preparation, discipline and mindset of emerging athletes.
Antwon “Big Red” Burton
Chief of Athlete Development
An NFL veteran, Antwon brings firsthand experience of the player journey. His perspective emphasizes the work, discipline and preparation athletes need as they develop and pursue opportunities at higher levels.
DeMarcus “Tank” Tyler
Advisor, Player Development
An NFL veteran, Tank brings a perspective shaped by competition and the demands of professional football. His experience helps inform MMFSC's approach to player mindset, discipline and preparation.
Experience opens doors. Partnerships take us further.
We welcome conversations with organizations, institutions and businesses interested in developing talent and creating meaningful opportunities across sports and the creative industries.