Mr. Ambrose Yennah With His Award
The Founder and Executive Chairman of AIDEC Group of Companies, Ambrose Yennah has been adjudged as the ‘Ghana CEO Personality of the Year for Private Sector’ at this year’s Ghana CEOs Awards held over the weekend at the Kempinski Gold Coast City Hotel in Accra.
This prestigious award recognizes Mr. Yennah’s visionary leadership and significant contributions to advancing technology in Ghana.
Mr. Yennah’s entrepreneurial journey, which began with the founding of AIDEC Group of Companies in 2004, has been marked by innovation and excellence.
Under his strategic leadership, AIDEC Digital, a subsidiary of AIDEC Group of Companies, has become a leader in the African tech landscape, pushing boundaries and setting new standards in the industry.
In response, Mr. Yennah expressed his gratitude for the recognition, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and collaboration in achieving success.
“I am truly honored to receive this award and I dedicate it to the hardworking team at AIDEC Digital who have supported me every step of the way.
This award is a reflection of our collective efforts to drive innovation and make a positive impact in the tech sector,” he said.
Mr. Yennah, seated, with his team from AIDEC
Mr. Yennah receiving his award
Mr. Yennah, middle, with his team
Mr. Latif Abubakar, CEO of Globe Productions commended Mr. Yennah for his outstanding achievements and transformative leadership in the technology sector.
“Ambrose Yennah’s dedication to innovation and excellence has set a new standard for CEOs in Ghana. His visionary approach to technology has not only propelled his company to success but has also contributed significantly to the growth of the tech industry in the country,” Mr. Abubakar stated.
Key achievements and partnerships
Professional certification and training: Yennah has partnered with the Professional Evaluation and Certification Board (PECB) to provide world-class training and certification for tech professionals in Ghana and across Africa.
Africa Technovate Awards/Fair 2021: He organized this landmark event to celebrate technological advancements and promote Africa as a hub for digital transformation.
AI Centre of Excellence: Yennah spearheaded the establishment of this center within AIDEC Digital, focusing on skill development, research, and fostering collaboration in artificial intelligence.
Global partnerships: He secured a strategic partnership with 7W A.I Company from Slovenia and the International Research Centre for Artificial Intelligence (IRCAI), enhancing the integration of global tech trends into the Ghanaian market.
Educational collaborations: Partnering with Academic City University and the Institute of ICT Professionals Ghana (IIPGH), Yennah is nurturing the next generation of tech leaders, emphasizing practical skills and real-world applications.
Empowering education and information
Yennah’s dedication to education has led to the development of solutions like AIDECIA, a comprehensive school management system, and Africoursity, a MOOC platform designed for African learners.
He also launched Tech News Global, an online portal delivering daily tech news, to keep the community informed and engaged.
Through his transformative leadership, Ambrose Yennah has not only elevated AIDEC Group of Companies but has also made a lasting impact on the technology sector in Ghana and beyond.
His work continues to inspire and shape the future of technology in Africa.
