DR. Daniel Addo.

A seasoned finance and management professional with over 30 years of experience across diverse industries including aviation, manufacturing, energy, consultancy, insurance, and education. Currently serving as the Founder of Hospitality Enterprise - Manor Gardens, Agyementi-Aburi. 

Notable past roles include Chief Operating Officer at the Ghana Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors, Director of Finance at the National Petroleum Authority, and Managing Director of Ningo Salt Company Limited. Additional experiences include positions such as Finance Director, Advisor to President of Vanguard Assurance, Deputy Chief Executive and Advisor on the liquidation of Ghana Airways, PWC.

In the academic sector, contributed as an Adjunct Lecturer at NiBS University, providing instruction in business and finance.  Currently nominated as Executive Director in Residence (EDR), providing mentorship to masters, doctoral candidates and executive development professionals, enriching academic and executive programmes. This role complements a broad professional practical background encompassing various senior leadership positions, from Managing Director, Corporate Analyst, Data Scientist to Chief Strategic Officer.

 

Educational qualifications include a Doctorate Degree in Business Administration (DBA) from Swiss Business School, an MBA in Finance from the University of Ghana, and a Master’s in Applied Business Research (MABR) from Swiss Business School. Further studies in Data Science and Business Analytics were completed at the University of Texas, and a Bachelor of Arts Honours degree and a Diploma in Education were earned from the University of Cape Coast.

Having completed multiple executive development programs at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, earned a CPD certificate and lifetime scholar status at the Aresty Institute of Executive Education. These include courses in Executive Development, Investment Strategies, Financial Strategy and Corporate Governance.

Holds several professional certifications, including Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA), Chartered Economist, Investment and Financial Analyst, Data Scientist, and Project Management Professional (PMP). Additionally, affiliated with multiple professional organizations, - a Fellow of the Institute of Project Management Professionals, Association of Certified Chartered Economists, Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana and other esteemed bodies.

Governance and strategic roles included serving as Board Chairman for the National Petroleum Authority Pension Fund and currently Board Chairman of Icon Energy. This extensive experience demonstrates a strong capability in enhancing business performance, ensuring financial stability, and driving strategic growth across various sectors.