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Dr. Andrew Kwabena Asamoah | |
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| Nationality (legal) | Ghanaian |
| Occupation(s) | Entrepreneur, Philanthropist |
| Known for | Founder of A&C Development Limited |
| Board member of | Otumfuor Osei Tutu II Foundation |
| Awards | EY Entrepreneur of the Year (West Africa), 2014 Maverick Business Academy Award, 2021 |
Andrew Kwabena Asamoah (born 18 December 1945) is a Ghanaian entrepreneur and philanthropist, who is the founder and executive chairman of A&C Development Limited.[1] Asamoah is engaged in philanthropic activities, serving as a member of the board of trustees for the Otumfuor Osei Tutu II Foundation, which consolidates and implements various social initiatives in education, healthcare, water, sanitation, and other special projects.[2]
Early life and education[edit]
Asamoah became an Associate of the Institute of Commerce in the UK in 1972, followed by becoming a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts in 1974.[citation needed] He later pursued legal studies, earning a Law degree from the University of Lagos, Nigeria, in 1983, and subsequently becoming a Barrister at Law in 1984 after completing his studies at the Nigeria Law School.[citation needed] Asamoah received his Doctorate degree in Business Administration for Leadership and Innovation from the Swiss School of Business and Management in Geneva, Switzerland, in 2021.[citation needed]
Career[edit]
Asamoah has served as the Founder and Chairman of A&C Development Co. Ltd since 2004, while advising organizations such as the Ghana National Pension Implementation Committee and the Ghana Commercial Property Owners Association.[citation needed] He is the Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the Council of Indigenous Business Association Pension Scheme and his presidency of the Ghana Association of Former International Civil Servants.[3]
Philanthropy[edit]
He plays an active role in the Otumfuor Osei Tutu II Foundation, which implements social initiatives in crucial areas such as education, healthcare, water, and sanitation.[4] The foundation's mission is to make meaningful contributions to the welfare and development of society, particularly in Ghana.[citation needed]
Honors and recognition[edit]
In 2023, he earned the GUBA Pioneer Award and was bestowed with an Honorary Professor title by the Academic Union of Oxford, UK.[5][6]
Personal life[edit]
Asamoah is fluent in English, French, and his mother tongue, Akan.[citation needed] He is married with four children and is actively involved in community development initiatives.[7]
References[edit]
- ^ "About A&C Mall". A&C Development Limited. 24th May 2024. Retrieved 24 May 2024.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) - ^ "Andrew Kwabena Asamoah - Otumfuo Osei Tutu II Foundation". Otumfuor Osei Tutu II Foundation. Retrieved 24 May 2024.
- ^ "Andrew Kwabena Asamoah - Otumfuo Osei Tutu II Foundation". Otumfuor Osei Tutu II Foundation. Retrieved 24 May 2024.
- ^ "Andrew Kwabena Asamoah - Otumfuo Osei Tutu II Foundation". Otumfuor Osei Tutu II Foundation. Retrieved 24 May 2024.
- ^ "Dr. Andrew Asamoah earns 2023 GUBA Pioneer Award". GhanaWeb. Monday, 4 December 2023. Retrieved 24 May 2024.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) - ^ "Dr. Andrew Asamoah bestowed with Honorary Professor by Academic Union of Oxford (UK)". GhanaWeb. Retrieved 24 May 2024.
- ^ "Andrew Kwabena Asamoah - Otumfuo Osei Tutu II Foundation". Otumfuor Osei Tutu II Foundation. Retrieved 24 May 2024.
External links[edit]
- [Otumfou Osei Tutu II Foundation - Graphic Online](https://www.graphic.com.gh/news/general-news/new-board-of-otumfuo-osei-tutu-ii-foundation-outdoored.html)