The 3rd Annual West African Nobles and Entrepreneurs/Convergence Conference
EVENT
The 3rd Annual West African Nobles and Entrepreneurs /Convergence Conference 2012
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- 18 July, 2012
- Holiday Inn Hotel, Accra, Ghana
- Aspire West Africa and WANTEF
- Aspire West Africa
sUMMARY
Event Overview
The 3rd Annual West African Nobles and Entrepreneurs / Convergence West Africa Conference was a remarkable sub-regional event that celebrated innovation, excellence, and visionary leadership across West Africa.
Organized by Aspire West Africa, a leading sub-regional magazine, in collaboration with the West African Nobles and Top Entrepreneurs Forum (WANTEF)—a network of distinguished business leaders—the event brought together eminent personalities from government, business, academia, and civil society to discuss sustainable development and enterprise growth in the sub-region.
Held on Wednesday, July 18, 2012, at the Holiday Inn Hotel, Accra, Ghana, the epoch-making conference was convened under the theme:
“The Role of Noble Leaders in Building a Formidable Enterprise in West Africa,”
with a special focus on Enhancing Business Integration and Economic Empowerment within the Sub-region.
Leadership and Dignitaries
The distinguished Chairman of the occasion was Dr. Theresa Oppong-Beeko, Group Managing Director/CEO of The Manet Group, Accra, Ghana—one of Ghana’s foremost business icons.
Their presence underscored the event’s regional importance and commitment to advancing continental unity through enterprise and leadership excellence.
The conference featured addresses from leading West African economists and business strategists.
Their sessions inspired discussions on entrepreneurship, monetary integration, and the strategic role of leadership in shaping Africa’s future economic growth.
Distinguished Speakers
More Insights
The West Africa Awards for Nobles and Excellent Entrepreneurship
A major highlight of the conference was the Conferment of the West Africa Awards for Outstanding Entrepreneurship, which honoured noble leaders, professionals, technocrats, business tycoons, academics, and women achievers who demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and service excellence in their respective fields.
Among the award categories was the recognition for Excellence and Innovative Quantity Surveying Services in West Africa, celebrating remarkable contributions to the advancement of infrastructure and construction management across the region.
Award Recipients
Some awardees are: Chief (Amb) Segun Olusola, mni, Founder, African Refugees Foundation, Nigeria; Dr. Joyce Aryee,DG, Ghana Chamber of Mines, Ghana; Alh. Yaya Almad,DG, Yal Group of Companies, South Africa; Dr. Theresa Oppong Beeko, GMD, The Manet Group, Accra, Ghana; Dr. Bamidele Makanjuola, MD, Vitafoam Nigeria Plc; and Dr. Fidelis Ayebae, GMD, Fidson Healthcare Plc.
Others include: Dr. Bolanle Omotosho, Country MD, Data Recovery Specialists of West Africa; Mrs. Adedoyin Odunfa, MD, Digital Jewels Ltd; Chief (Mrs.) Kehinde Kamson, MD, Sweet Sensation Confectionery Ltd; Mrs. AJoke Ogunsan, MD, Executive Trainers Ltd; Dr. Kweku Bramfon, KBL Enterprises; Barr. Ada Akpunonu, MD; Chifret International Agency Ltd; Mr. Debola Omooba and Mrs. Joy Omooba of Interior Specifics Ltd, among many others.
The West Africa Awards remain one of the most prestigious honours in the sub-region, annually recognizing individuals and institutions whose performance exemplifies nobility, enterprise, and commitment to Africa’s sustainable growth.
ABOUT US
About Aspire West Africa and WANTEF
Aspire West Africa, established in 2010 under Intra-Costal Communications Ltd, has remained a key platform for promoting leadership, entrepreneurship, and development journalism across Africa.
Its partner, the West African Nobles and Top Entrepreneurs Forum (WANTEF), is a network of accomplished entrepreneurs and business leaders championing noble conduct, enterprise innovation, and regional cooperation for prosperity.
Together, these organizations continue to advance the cause of African excellence, nurturing a culture of integrity, enterprise, and leadership across West Africa.
