In a resounding testament to his visionary leadership and transformative innovation, Mr. Alex Apau Dadey, Executive Chairman of KGL Group, has been named CEO of the Year in the Group Business Sector (Private Sector) for the third consecutive time.
Additionally, he received the CEO of the Year award in the Public Private Partnership (PPP) Technology Sector at the 9th Ghana CEO Excellence Awards, held at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra.
The Ghana CEO Summit, a premier platform for private-public dialogue on leadership, digital innovation, sustainability, and ethical governance, brought together over 500 top CEOs, heads of state, entrepreneurs, and policymakers from across West Africa and beyond.
The summit’s theme, “Leading Ghana’s Economic Reset: Transforming Business and Governance for a Sustainable Futuristic Economy,” underscored the importance of collaborative leadership in driving Ghana’s economic growth and development.
Mr. Dadey’s double recognition is a celebration of his exceptional leadership within Ghana’s private sector and his unwavering commitment to responsible corporate stewardship, ethical business practices, and innovation with impact.
Under his guidance, KGL Technology, a subsidiary of the Group, has been at the forefront of digital transformation across ICT, gaming, and telecommunications, culminating in the company’s No. 1 ranking in ICT at the Ghana Club 100 Awards.
In his acceptance remarks, Mr. Dadey expressed deep appreciation for the recognition, emphasizing that the honour was not his alone: “I am profoundly humbled by this honour. This recognition is not a personal achievement but a reflection of the extraordinary commitment of the entire KGL Group team.”
He extended his heartfelt gratitude to partners and stakeholders, whose trust and collaboration have been instrumental in the Group’s journey.
Mr. Dadey also extended his appreciation to the President of the Republic, John Dramani Mahama, for his attendance and fostering a collaborative national dialogue with the private sector, “My sincere appreciation goes to His Excellency the President of the Republic, whose openness to collaboration with the private sector reflects visionary leadership.”
Throughout the summit, Mr. Dadey underscored the importance of homegrown, inclusive solutions to Africa’s developmental challenges.
He cited KGL Group’s innovative approach to Public-Private partnerships as a shining example of how Ghana’s economy can evolve for the better.
At KGL Group, we believe the most sustainable solutions are those created by us, for us. The Group continues to lead with strong corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and transparency, setting a benchmark for responsible enterprise across Ghana, he added
The KGL Foundation, the CSR arm of the Group, champions causes in education, health, and social empowerment. From investing in vulnerable communities to supporting young entrepreneurs, the Group’s impact resonates far beyond the business landscape.
Mr. Dadey’s recognition at the 9th Ghana CEO Summit reaffirms his enduring impact on Ghana’s private sector and his instrumental role in positioning KGL Group as a leader in ethical, inclusive, and innovative business practices.
His legacy is one of leadership that inspires, technology that transforms and includes, and a business philosophy rooted in empathy, integrity, and nation-building.
SikkaNews
Kwame Asare
