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Theme: UNCHARTED

This event occurred on
September 13, 2023
Tesano, Greater Accra
Ghana

Dancing on the edge of our imaginations, there’s a beckon to venture into unexplored territories, igniting the fire of curiosity within our souls. Like intrepid explorers, we dare to tread where others have not, seeking new frontiers of knowledge, innovation, and inspiration. With each stride, we leave behind the comfort of the familiar and embrace the untamed, weaving a narrative of audacity and discovery. Uncharted, a tapestry of unscripted stories and daring visions, fuels our collective desire to conquer the unseen, pushing the boundaries of what is conceivable. Join us, dear dreamers and visionaries, as we navigate the uncharted waters of human potential, painting the screen of existence with awe-inspiring wonder and shaping the future with our courageous hearts. Together, we unveil the magic that lies within the unexplored, where the reel of life becomes a breathtaking adventure film, unfolding before our very eyes.

Ghana Communication Technology University-Florence Onny Auditorium
PMB 100, Tesano, Accra – Ghana
Tesano, Greater Accra, GA-167-2979
Ghana
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Speakers

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Cleopatra Ogharadukun

Business Development Strategist and Personal Growth Advisor
Cleopatra Ogharadukun is an award-winning business development strategist, personal growth advisor, and Speaker. With over a decade of experience driving growth strategies for corporate and individual clients, Cleopatra gave a talk on embracing a mindset of transitional growth.

Dr. Cyrus Baidoo

Head of Marketing, Sub-Saharan Africa - Marketing Manager Malaria at Fosun Pharma.
Cyrus Baidoo is the Head of Marketing, Sub-Saharan Africa - Marketing Manager Malaria at Fosun Pharma. A dedicated Doctor of Pharmacy and a dynamic leader with a 12-year trajectory in global Pharmaceuticals, navigating roles at industry giants such as GSK and Pfizer.

Dr. Michael McCarthy

CEO, Sinel Specialist Hospital.
For the past decade, his passion to find better solutions and bring innovation to women’s healthcare has been a driving force in his time as CEO of Sinel Specialist Hospital. During his 25+ year medical career, Dr. McCarthy has amassed a rich history of experience from hospitals such as the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, the University Hospital Legon University of Ghana, the Regional Hospital Tamale, St. Dominic Hospital Akwatia, the Tema General Hospital, St. Vincent’s Hospital USA, South Pointe OBGYN USA, and the University of Michigan USA. Dr. Michael McCarthy is currently the CEO of Sinel Specialist Hospital.

Drusilla Lartey

Event host/presenter, Travel vlogger, Content creator, Youth empowerment advocate.
Drusilla Lartey commonly known as Mz Dru , is an event host/presenter, travel vlogger, voice over artist, YouTube content creator and a youth empowerment advocate. Traveling and experiencing diverse cultures.

Edwin Amoako

Managing Director, ZoomLion Private Services Limited
Edwin is the Managing Director of ZoomLion Private Services with over two decades of Business Leadership with Marketing, Sales & Communications Specialisation in building and communicating some top brands in FMCG & Telecommunication industry (local & International) within the Central & West African Region. Added specialty in Public Relations and events promotion targeted at delighting consumers, bringing to life core essence of your brands whilst achieving business objectives.

Jalony Klu-Jackson

Student at GCTU + Baker
Jalony is currently a student at GCTU pursuing a Bsc. in Computer Engineering. She is a public speaker and owns a bakery.

Jojo Chartei Quansah

Regional Director-Africa, SEED Global Education
Jojo is an experienced business leader with several years footprint across Telecoms - Media - Technology (TMT), Consulting, Agribusiness, and Higher Education. Currently building SEED Global Education across Africa. Jojo is the Regional Director - Africa for SEED GLOBAL EDUCATION

MaryLynn Gaveh

Student at GCTU
MaryLynn is a dedicated student at Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) with a passion for learning and personal growth. She loves immersing herself in books, finding joy and inspiration in reading. When she's not studying or reading, MaryLynn enjoys listening to a wide range of music genres. She is also fluent in French, adding a multilingual dimension to her vibrant personality.

Mathilda Akatugba

Ghanaian Model, Content creator, Social media influencer
Mathilda Akatugba is a young female Ghanaian model, YouTube content creator, and social media influencer. She is an alumni of the University of Ghana, holding a Bachelor of Arts degree in Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts,General.

Maximus Ametorgoh

Digital Lead, PopOut
Maximus Ametorgoh is a Digital Marketing Strategist, Social Media Coach, Technology Consultant, Conference Speaker, Workshop Facilitator and Writer. He has worked for both local and global brands in areas of Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, App Development, Advertising, Training and Visual Communication. Some of the brands and companies he has trained, worked and consulted for include Newmont Ghana, MTN Ghana, Access Bank Ghana Ltd, European Union Delegation to Ghana, African Leadership Institute, UT Bank Ghana Ltd, Litina Travel & Tour, British Council Ghana, The SoftTribe, IMANI Center for Policy & Education, PZ Cussons, Charterhouse Ghana Ltd, Destinee, Edern Security Ghana Ltd, United Bank Ghana Ltd, Benchmark Professional Training Center, EToys & More, and many more.

Osman Tanko

Student at GCTU
Osman Tanko is an ML Engineer and Researcher currently working with minoHealth AI Labs. He has several years of experience working in both industry and academia, building vision systems and large language models. His contributions to AI include research publications on efficient models for signature verification and medical image segmentation systems. Osman is an experienced professional who has collaborated with companies like Trestle and Just Go Health in building LLMs and recommender systems to solve complex problems.

Pearl Annoh

Marketing manager at Kasapreko
Pearl Annoh is the marketing manager for Kasapreko. Peral Annoh is an innovative woman who shared her expertise on how to make a positive first impression and boost your confidence. A makerting consultant who helps professionals cultivate growth in their career and assist Businesses build great market teams and strategies. An alumni of the University of Ghana with a degree in Bsc Consumer Science r and MBA holder.

Samuel Ofori-Gyampoh

Chief operating officer for the information and communication technology groups at Jospong Group of Csaompanies.
Mr. Samuel O. Gyampoh is the chief operating officer for the information and communication technology groups at Jospong. A company in Ghana and the West African Sub-region, established in 2009 as a provider of telecom solutions, Subah Infosolutions has developed into a holding company.

Yaw Oduro Nsarkoh

Former Executive VP, Unilever Global Markets.
Yaw Nsarkoh has extensive experience, spanning over twenty-nine years with Unilever, in leadership, and managing market conditions at strategic levels across developing and developed economies. He is the former Executive Vice President of Unilever Global Markets. Prior to this, he served as the Managing Director for Unilever Nigeria, and East and Southern Africa and an Executive Board Member at Unilever Ghana, and at Trade/Employee Associations and Strategic Private Sector committees. He was previously Director of Kenya Association of Manufacturers, Chairman at East African Shippers Council and Director at Changing Lives Endowment Fund (CLEF). Yaw holds a postgraduate Diploma in Management from Henley Management College and a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana. Yaw believes sustainability is important because it improves and secures the long-term health of society.

Organizing team

Jacques Morris
Nuekpe

Accra, Ghana
Organizer