Our Mission

At Black Star Investments, our mission is to honor and glorify God by creating transformative and enduring real estate solutions that embody freedom, innovation, and stewardship. We are dedicated to renovating and developing properties that serve future generations, fostering communities where individuals and families can thrive.

Guided by our faith, we strive to build spaces that reflect God's love and provision, promoting a sense of belonging and security. We are committed to sustainability, excellence, and integrity in all our endeavors, ensuring that our projects not only meet the needs of today but also pave the way for a prosperous and hopeful tomorrow.

Kwame Amoako

Principal

Kwame Amoako is the principal of Black Star Investments, a Columbus, Ohio-based real estate investment firm established in 2023. With several years of real estate investment experience, Kwame specializes in acquiring, renovating, and developing properties to provide investors high-yield opportunities. He began his real estate journey at 18 by earning his license. By age 20, Kwame had purchased his first property. Guided by faith, the firm is focused on transforming Ohio’s real estate landscape through strategic investments and large-scale projects, making Black Star Investments a trusted partner for investors seeking growth and long-term success.

xavier Williams

Operations Coordinator

Xavier brings several years of dynamic real estate experience, spanning residential sales across multiple states and expertise in commercial real estate, specializing in office, retail properties, flex properties, land development, and syndications. His comprehensive skill set also includes property management and market research, equipping him with a 360-degree view of the industry. As a proud U.S. Marine Corps veteran, where he served as an infantryman and in operations, Xavier honed an unmatched work ethic, exceptional communication, and leadership skills. This powerful combination of military discipline and real estate expertise allows Xavier to provide strategic insights and innovative solutions, driving the continued success of Black Star Real Estate Ventures.

Emmanuel Ninson

Project Manager

Emmanuel Ninson is the Project Manager at Black Star Investments, responsible for overseeing real estate projects. With a background in construction and project management, he excels in site supervision, coordination, and valuation. Previously, he worked as a Site Supervisor at Consilium Ghana Limited (2021-2023), where he handled valuation, bid organization, and payment preparation. His key projects included office fit-outs for Majorel Ghana, Africa Works, and the construction of Dadieso Hospital under Agenda 111. At Black Star, Emmanuel leverages his skills to ensure successful project execution aligned with the firm’s mission of creating transformative real estate solutions.

Markus Atkins

Strategic Advisor

Mark Atkins serves as the strategic advisor for Black Star Investments. Over his career, Mr. Atkins has originated, underwritten, and closed numerous commercial transactions across all major asset classes throughout the United States. He owns and manages a multi-million dollar portfolio and, as a licensed real estate agent, has sold more than $25 million worth of real estate in the Columbus area. Mr. Atkins works closely with the Black Star Investments team, providing strategic guidance and insight to ensure the ongoing success and thoughtful planning of the company’s endeavors.

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The Black Star

Meaning

The black star in Ghana's flag symbolizes the country's emancipation from colonial rule and its leading role in Africa's struggle for independence. It was inspired by Marcus Garvey's Black Star Line, which was a symbol of pride, unity, and the potential for African self-reliance. The black star represents hope and the pioneering spirit of the Ghanaian people as the first sub-Saharan African nation to gain independence in 1957.