MANAGING MEMBERS
The success of any project begins and ends with its Management Team. The EDC Managing Members founded the company upon their history of commitment to excellence and are dedicated to building quality environmentally sustainable communities for the emerging multicultural buyer. With considerable expertise across the entitlement and development spectrum, EDC Members (as equal partners) work collectively together to ensure that every project exceeds expectations.
ERNEST EDWARDS
Development & Marketing
As a Landscape Architect, Rutgers University, B.S., 1969, Mr. Edwards’ expertise in land design and land development gives EDC an advantage during the land acquisition and site development phase of its operations. Mr. Edwards has founded and served as a principal in several real estate development and construction companies, including: a general partner in Sarshik & Edwards, a firm selected by Princeton University to design and construct 600 units on the University’s Forrestal campus. Throughout his 50 years, he has built such projects as The Gallery II Shopping Mall and J.C. Penney Department Store (Philadelphia, PA); The Golden Nugget Hotel/Casino Warehouse; The Harrah’s Marina Expansion Project (Atlantic City, NJ); and Cecil B. Moore Homes (Philadelphia, PA); as well as Warwick Hills (Lawnside, NJ), , Lion’s Gate (Lawnside, NJ), and River Run (Lawnside, NJ). He is responsible for land acquisition, site approval and site development; and joint venture partnerships for new business development.
GREGORY B. MONTGOMERY, ESQ.
Administration & General Counsel
Greg Montgomery serves as General Counsel. His responsibilities include negotiating and drafting joint venture, general and limited partnership agreements, contractor and subcontractor agreements; documenting corporate organization and capitalization; preparing business plans, loan packages, venture capital proposals and private placement memoranda; preparing documentation for and conducting residential and commercial mortgage closings; organizing homeowner associations; representing the company before planning and zoning boards; preparing syndication documentation; preparing planned unit development and condominium disclosure and public offering statements; and handling contractor dispute resolution. Mr. Montgomery is a graduate of Rutgers University, J.D., 1975, B.A. 1968 and has Bar Admission in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, before both the Supreme Courts and the U.S. District Courts.
CAPPY SABIR, PE, RA
Architecture & Engineering
Cappy Sabir serves as Managing Member for Architecture and Engineering. His responsibilities include overseeing the design and planning of all company projects, in addition to remaining a managing partner with Sabir, Richardson & Weisberg Engineering & Architecture, a full service MWBE Architectural & Engineering firm, founded in 2004. Cappy is initially classically trained and degreed as a Mechanical Engineer and after working at AE firms, he fell in love with design and the built environment and became a Registered Architect. Cappy Sabir has established a reputation as a thought leader and problem-solving virtuoso. Whether leading teams or collaborating with diverse stakeholders, Cappy brings a distinctive blend of analytical prowess and creative thinking to the table. This has led to the successful resolution of numerous intricate issues, earning Cappy is registered Architect in NY, NJ, PA, MA, & MD and a Licensed Professional Engineer in NY, NJ and PA.
LARRY EVANS
Construction & Procurement
Mr. Evans graduated from Cheyney State Teachers College in 1970 with a B.S. in Mathematics. Prior to starting his company as a budding entrepreneur, Larry worked for the Camden, New Jersey Board of Education as a Mathematics Teacher. As a Salesman, Larry worked for Mutual of New York Insurance, and Smith Kline & French, where he was promoted to District Manager. Mr. Evans started LEV INC./LALACE in March 1979 and has been self-employed ever since. As a general contractor, Larry has successfully completed work for the Federal Government, including the Army Core of Engineers, Lakehurst Naval Air Station, Warminster Naval Air Station, and the Veterans Administration. His company had completed new construction of churches throughout the Delaware Valley, and has retrofit hundreds of houses, as well as Infill Housing in the City of Philadelphia. Mr. Evans is a former member of the Voorhees Township, NJ Zoning Board of Adjustment.
WAYNE LEEVY
Accounting & Finance
Currently, Mr. Leevy is the COO and CFO of StoneRidge Investment Partners, LLC, an institutional money management firm headquartered in Radnor, PA. Wayne has over 50 years’ experience in public accounting. Wayne founded his firm in 1972, and then merged with Donald Redcross in 1975 to form Leevy Redcross and Company. The company grew to become the largest African American CPA firm in the Mid-Atlantic Region prior to merging with Mitchell & Titus, the nation’s largest minority owned CPA firm in 1990. Wayne is a member of Beta Alpha Psi, the accounting National Honors Society, and has both an MBA and BS from Temple University. In 1987 he was inducted into the University’s Accounting Hall of Fame and in 2018 he received the Lifetime Achievement from the Fox School of Business, and was named one of the top one hundred graduates of Temple University’s Fox School of Business.
RAYMOND BYARD
Acquisitions & Sales
Established and operated a successful real estate company since 1985, specializing in property management, sales, and brokerage services. Demonstrated expertise in managing corporate-owned properties for esteemed entities such as Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, MGIC, Verex, and NJMFA for over three decades. Renowned for building and nurturing strong client relationships, ensuring unparalleled service and satisfaction. Developed effective marketing strategies to promote properties and attract buyers. Negotiated real estate transactions for optimal outcomes. Provided expert guidance on property investment, market trends, and regulatory compliance.
LONELL JENKINS
Operations & Logistics
Mr. Jenkins is a former Lieutenant Colonel with the New Jersey Army National Guard who retired in 2018. While in the NJ National Guard, Mr. Jenkins worked in operations, logistics, and training and he was awarded the coveted Legion of Merit Award for his body of work while serving his country. Lonell Jenkins is a Mechanical Engineer, who owns his own a General Contracting business called Steel Arrow Properties. He has renovated over 20 properties and has managed all aspects of property development/ management to include purchasing, permitting, renovating, and rental. Mr. Jenkins is currently developing the ground-up construction of a 24-40 unit property in Camden, NJ. P His body of work includes completed projects in Newark, Trenton, Burlington, and Camden NJ, as well as Philadelphia, PA. Lonell also served as a Senior Manager at Liberty Coca-Cola where he managed a 23M budget and led three departments with over 200 employees.
SIDDEEQ W. EL-AMIN
Law Enforcement & Security
Siddeeq W. El-Amin is a graduate of Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey (B.S. ’68) and received his Masters of Public Administration (MPA ‘97) from Rutgers University, Newark. Mr. El-Amin is a retired Police Captain and former Director of Public Safety for the City of Plainfield. Siddeeq El-Amin served on the Board of Directors of the Neighborhood Health Services Corporation (NHSC) from 1988 to 2023. Siddeeq has been a member of the City of Plainfield Planning Board for over 10 years, currently serving as Board Vice Chairperson. He owned/operated a child care center with his wife for 12 years. Mr. El Amin is a Life Member of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE).
ANGELA M. ARNOLD
Education & Research
Angela M. Arnold is an accomplished educator and author who brings a wealth of experience and innovation to education. With degrees from the University of PA, Angela’s multifaceted career includes roles as a classroom teacher, published author, transformative educator, test-taking specialist, and homeschooling visionary. Her contributions extend beyond traditional academia; she crafts meticulously curated curriculum materials and pioneers holistic learning experiences. Ms. Arnold’s impact resonates through her extensive body of work, including children’s books, nonfiction publications, and educational resources. Renowned for her expertise in test preparation, she guides students toward academic excellence and prestigious university admissions. Championing accelerated learning, Angela redefines educational timelines, envisioning a paradigm where homeschoolers graduate high school by age 15 and complete college by age 18. Beyond her professional endeavors, Angela fosters community engagement through urban gardening. Ms. Arnold’s dedication to transformative education and holistic learning continues to shape the educational landscape.
IBRAHIM BRANHAM
Power Resource & Generation
Ibrahim Branham, a Licensed Electrical Contractor in the states of NJ and PA (Philadelphia), is the owner and CEO of IJB ELECTRIC, LLC.. Mr. Branham has been a member of the IBEW union for over 27 years. He worked as MEP Superintendent and Project Engineer for Joseph Jingoli and Son on the Holtec Technology Campus, a $300 million development project where he oversaw the construction of all site utilities including a 69KV substation. Ibrahim continues to focus his efforts on growing IJB ELECTRIC, LLC with a vision to empower and provide access to the electrical industry for the minority community. Mr. Branham attended Richard Stockton State College of NJ, majoring in International Business and seized an opportunity to study abroad in Ukraine where he learned to speak Russian. Mr. Branham has served on the Lawnside Planning Board and presently serves on the Board of Directors for Camden Community Partnership.
WAZIR EL
Human Resources
Mr. El studied Economics and Finance at Community College of Philadelphia and is skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication; with a good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Prior to his role as Chief Deputy, Register of Wills, City of Philadelphia, Pa, Wazir served as the Executive Director of the Drug Free World Program in Pennsylvania. Presently, he is the Executive Director of R.I.S.E. (Renewal In Self-Empowerment), Inc. – Philadelphia, PA where he is developing and implementing their goals, and objectives. As Assistant Project Manager for The Universal Companies he devised and implemented attainable schedules, timelines and milestones for their projects. His Property Management experience includes Facilities Manager for Laborers Local 332 in Philadelphia. In his early years he served his country in Vietnam and is a member of the Veterans of Foreign War; was Head of Security for Muhammad Ali; and managed the R&B group-The Delphonics.