Leadership Spotlight – Margaret Ansei from Ghana is an innovative CEO reaching enterprise growth and economic development. She brings considerable experience in governance, marketing communications and for profit and not for profit sectors as the current leader of the Ghana Enterprises Agency. Ms. Ansei believes the focus areas for her are:
- Ensure micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are supported.
- Drive economic development.
- Create jobs.
With Ms. Ansei’s strategic guidance, entrepreneurs within Ghana are experiencing on their terms economic development supported by the Government.
Demonstrated Leadership
Ms. Ansei’s valuable experience demonstrates her leadership capacity in governance:
- Municipal CEO: Ms. Ansei was the Municipal CEO of the Suhum Municipal Assembly – within these responsibilities she supported local security and local development
- Regional Coordinator: In the role of Regional Coordinator she led the Local Enterprise and Skills Development Programme in the Ashanti Region which advances businesses and vocational training for aspiring young entrepreneurs.
Her summary of experiences illustrate contributions of civic leadership and notable action for community engagement.
Academic Accomplishments
Ms. Ansei holds noteworthy academic accomplishments such as:
- Master’s degrees: (a) Public Relations, Ghana Institute of Journalism, and (b) in International Trade from Anhalt University in Germany.
- PhD in Marketing: Currently, she is pursuing her PhD in Marketing at KNUST.
Her breadth of knowledge and understanding of marketing communication allows her to articulate policy and initiatives related to supporting entrepreneurship and skills development within Ghana.
Significant Leadership
Ms. Ansei’s influence in leadership isn’t limited to governance and academia but also in fields such as:
- National politics: Important role in developing political strategy and communication.
- NDC leadership: Heads Media and Communication for the 2024 presidential campaign and is a member of the National Executive Committee.
Her advocacy for gender, youth, and socio-economic development solidifies her position as a relevant figure in Ghana’s advancement.
Global Reach
Ms. Ansei’s work has attracted global interests comprising of:
- UNDP work: provided inputs on good leadership and governance.
- Global forum engagements: discussed policy and leadership with the UK Labour Party, the Socialist Party of Spain, and Friedrich Ebert Stiftung.
Her participation in global forums supports discussions on leadership, governance and gender inclusivity.
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Introducing Asuweda Tope Imasekha, who empowers change for women and girls in Nigeria through Women Impacting Nigeria (WIN), an organisation that fosters positive changes and unleashes potential.
Changing lives
She has made a positive impact for over 800,00 women and girls through Women Impacting Nigeria (WIN), all over Nigeria.Encouraging financial independence: Advocacy for women who choose to be economically independent.
Confronting unequalities: Advocacy for a reduction in gender disparity.
Her leadership is critical to enabling transformative change and a more equitable society.
WIN’s Goals
Women Impacting Nigeria (WIN) aims to:
- Support women-led enterprises: Assisting small and medium-sized businesses run by women.
- Provide resources for marginalized women: Offering educational and financial aid.
- Champion advocacy and equality: Advancing gender equality and fighting against violence.
- Encourage sustainable development: Launching community-based initiatives.
WIN’s comprehensive strategy is key to facilitating meaningful progress for women and girls.
WIN’s Vision
Women Impacting Nigeria (WIN) is committed to:
- Economic empowerment of women*: Enhancing the growth of women-led SMEs.
- Resource availability: Ensuring education and financial aid for underserved women.
- Advocacy for rights: Promoting gender equity and tackling structural violence.
- Community advancement: Implementing sustainable projects for enduring change.
WIN’s integrated approach works toward fostering a more equitable society.
