- The Expo brought together over 500 business leaders
- The event focused on charting a path forward
- Leaders discussed harnessing AI's potential across various industries
The 8th Ghana CEO Summit and Awards Expo concluded in Accra, bringing together over 500 business leaders and policymakers.
The event focused on charting a path forward for Ghana’s economic landscape through diversification and technological advancement.
Public-Private Collaboration Takes Center Stage
The highlight was a Presidential Session featuring Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and Former President John Dramani Mahama. Both leaders discussed strategies for economic revival, with a focus on private sector development and infrastructure investment.
Vice President Bawumia emphasized empowering the private sector and highlighted the government’s digitalization efforts. Former President Mahama advocated for job creation through public-private partnerships, alongside leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) for economic transformation.
AI and Digital Transformation Seen as Key Drivers
Expert panels and masterclasses explored actionable strategies for business growth. A key theme was the urgent need for economic diversification alongside embracing AI. Leaders discussed harnessing AI’s potential across various industries and ensuring its benefits reach a broad audience.
Summit Convenes Prominent Figures
The event featured prominent speakers, including Mr. Antanas Bernatonis (Why Ai Agency Founder), Ing. Patricia Obo-Nai (Telecel Ghana CEO), Prof. Peter Quartey (Development Economist, University of Ghana), and industry leaders from Deloitte, PwC, MTN Ghana, and Ghana Stock Exchange.
CEO Excellence Awards Recognize Leadership
The summit culminated in awarding outstanding business leaders and achievers. Categories included Lifetime Business Builder, CEO of the Year, Leadership Excellence, and Outstanding Public Leadership.
