Kwasi Apraku-Gyau

Kwasi Apraku-Gyau, also known as JK, is an experienced Lean Leader and has spent more than half of his career focused on Continuous Improvements and Operations Leadership.  A 2001 graduate of Ohio University, Kwasi began his career working in the Maryland State’s Attorney’s office.  After a year with the State’s attorney, Kwasi moved into the hectic world of corporate litigation as a Case Manager for two prestigious Law firms. In both roles, Kwasi was the team lead responsible for clients such as: Merrill Lynch, Goldman Sachs, Microsoft, Google, Bank of America, King Pharmaceuticals, to name a few. However, it was his work with public safety and justice, pro bono cases that gave him the most fulfillment.

In 2010, Kwasi received his Masters in Business Administration from John Hopkins University. Shortly thereafter, Kwasi left the private sector to join the District of Columbia Government taking on leadership roles in both public health and public safety and justice that have been more fitting with his passion for servicing everyday people. In 2014, Kwasi received his Certified Public Manager Certification and Six Sigma greenbelt from George Washington University. Currently, Kwasi serves as a Management Analyst with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services ensuring that healthcare and essential supportive services reach millions of low-income Americans across the United States and its Territories.

On a personal note, Kwasi was born in London and lived in Ghana, West Africa, where his family is from. Kwasi is an avid traveler. He enjoys spending time at the beach or his lake home in Western

Maryland.