Stonebwoy Named Among 2019 Top 50 Young CEOs in Ghana

Ghanaian reggae and dancehall sensation, Stonebwoy, has been recognized as one of the Top 50 Young CEOs in Ghana for 2019. The prestigious list, compiled by YCEO and Avance Media, celebrates young Ghanaian leaders making significant strides in various industries.

Notable Personalities on the List

Stonebwoy is joined by other distinguished entrepreneurs, including D-Black of Black Avenue Music, Beryl Agyekum Ayaaba of EchoHouse, Dentaa Amoateng of GUBA Awards, and Richie Mensah of Lynx Entertainment. These individuals have demonstrated exceptional leadership and impact in their respective fields.

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About the Top 50 Young CEOs Ranking

The Top 50 Young CEOs in Ghana is an annual initiative that recognizes and honors outstanding young business leaders who are excelling across multiple sectors. The 2019 edition highlights entrepreneurs and executives from industries such as finance, technology, entertainment, agribusiness, fashion, social enterprise, and media.

Purpose and Impact of the Ranking

Since its inception in 2018, the ranking has aimed to celebrate young professionals who are not only excelling in their businesses but are also solving some of Ghana’s pressing economic challenges. These honorees are driving change by creating jobs and fostering economic growth, both in Ghana and across Africa.

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Organizer’s Remarks

Martin Sedem, the founder of YCEO, expressed his admiration for the accomplishments of the honorees. He highlighted their dedication to innovation and their role in tackling Ghana’s unemployment challenges.

Prince Akpah, the research lead, explained that the 2019 edition, themed “Futuristic CEOs,” features entrepreneurs and leaders from both private and public institutions who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and serve as role models for young people across Africa.

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Full List of 2019 Top 50 Young CEOs in Ghana

Here is the complete alphabetical list of the 50 honorees:

1. Alhaji Salamu Amadu – Afro Arab Group of Companies
2. Anthony Dzamefe – Caveman Watches
3. Awura Abena Agyeman – Wear Ghana
4. Beryl Agyekum Ayaaba – EchoHouse Ghana
5. Caroline Pomeyie – ProFish Ghana
6. Claud Kweku A. Hutchful – DreamOval
7. Daniel Kojo Soboh – Cabon AV
8. David Asante – Ghana Publishing Company
9. Dentaa Amoateng MBE – GUBA Awards
10. Desmond Kwesi Blackmore (D-Black) – Black Avenue Music
11. Elsie Appau-Klu – Acreaty Management Plc
12. Emmanuel Ansah Amprofi – TROTRO Tractor Ltd
13. Emmanuel Kojo Jones-Mensah – Empire Domus
14. Emmanuel Sin-nyet Asigri – National Youth Authority
15. Eric Ofosu Nkansah – Accra Digital Center
16. Ernest De-Graft Egyir – Chief Executives Network Ghana Ltd
17. Francis Obirikorang – Agrocenta
18. Gloria Akoto – First Finance Company Limited
19. Gregory Rockson – mPharma
20. Hanan Abdul-Wahab – National Food Buffer Stock Company
21. Hayford Siaw – Ghana Library Authority
22. John Dumelo – Farmer
23. Jorge Appiah – Kumasi Hive
24. Josiah Kwesi Eyison – iSpace
25. Kafui Adzah – Akosombo Bar
26. Kevin Okyere – Springfield Group
27. Kofi Asamoah – Kofas Media
28. Kosi Yankey – NBSSI
29. Kwabena Boateng – Plantation Resources Limited
30. Kwadwo Safo Jnr. – Kantanka Automobile
31. Kwaku Boateng Akuoko – Brommon Bespoke
32. Kwame A.A. Opoku – The Reset Global People
33. Latif Abubakar – Globe Productions
34. Lexy Owusu-Boahene – LX HR Solutions
35. Livingstone Etse Satekla (Stonebwoy) – Burniton Music
36. MacCarthy Mac-Gbathy – Hopin Academy
37. Mustapha Ussif – National Service Scheme
38. Nelson Amo – Innohub
39. Peter Sedufia – OldFilm Productions
40. Prince Bonney – iCode Hub
41. Rashida Nasamu – I-ZAR Group
42. Regina Honu – Soronko Solutions
43. Richard Adjei Mensah Ofori Atta – E ON 3 Group
44. Richard Briandt – Codetrain
45. Richie Mensah – Lynx Entertainment
46. Roberta Annan – Roberta Annan Consulting
47. Sadiq Abdulai Abu – 3 Music Network
48. Sangu Delle – Golden Palm Investments Corporation
49. Shadrack Frimpong – Cocoa360
50. William Edem Senyo – Impact Hub Accra

Conclusion

The recognition of these young CEOs underscores the immense talent and leadership emerging from Ghana. As they continue to innovate and push boundaries, they serve as inspiration for the next generation of business leaders in Africa. Stonebwoy’s inclusion highlights the growing influence of the entertainment industry in shaping the country’s economic and entrepreneurial landscape.