Ghana Link Dr. Nick Danso Adjei Wins Entrepreneur of the Year Back-to-Back At Ghana CEO Awards
By: Isaac Boamah Darko
Dr. Nick Danso Adjei, the Executive Chairman of Ghana Link Network Services Ltd (Ghana Link), has been recognized once again as the Entrepreneur of the Year at the Second Edition of the Ghana CEO Awards. This prestigious accolade is a testament to his exceptional leadership and dedication to utilizing technology for trade facilitation and national development, particularly through the successful implementation of the Integrated Customs Management Systems (ICUMS).
Under Dr. Danso Adjei’s guidance, the ICUMS system has played a vital role in automating critical trade processes, boosting revenue streams, and driving the nation’s development agenda. The system has become a crucial tool for revenue generation, significantly contributing to the government’s financial resources.
During the award ceremony, Dr. Danso Adjei’s brother, who also serves as the Deputy Managing Director of Ghana Link Network Services Ltd, accepted the award on his behalf. He expressed gratitude and highlighted the collective effort of the team at Ghana Link in ensuring the effective and smooth operation of the ICUMS system, which has been instrumental in generating the necessary revenue for the government.
Beyond his work at Ghana Link, Dr. Danso Adjei has demonstrated his entrepreneurial prowess through various successful ventures. These include the Royal Nick Hotel, Royal Light, Nick TC Scan (Ghana and Port of Gambia), Misyl Energy BDC, Nick Petroleum, and several other enterprises. His ability to initiate and manage businesses effectively showcases his commitment to contributing to economic growth and development, not only in Ghana but also on an international scale.
The Ghana CEO Awards serves as a distinguished platform for recognizing CEOs who make a positive impact across different economic sectors. This initiative brings together outstanding leaders from various industries, acknowledging their efforts in advancing the nation’s economic progress, promoting social transformation, and championing environmental sustainability.
Dr. Nick Danso Adjei’s repeated recognition as Entrepreneur of the Year at the Ghana CEO Awards highlights his exceptional leadership and unwavering commitment to driving positive change in Ghana’s economic landscape. His visionary approach and remarkable achievements continue to make a substantial difference in the fields of technology, trade facilitation, and entrepreneurship.
Dr. Danso Adjei’s journey to success began in Nkoranza/Bredi, where he showed an early aptitude for business, engaging in petty trading at a young age. After furthering his education in Spain, he established himself in the business world and eventually returned to Ghana. There, he founded the Royal Nick Hotel, the largest hotel in Tema, and established Nick & Cilogar Limited, now known as Royal Lighting Limited, specializing in sanitary wares, building materials, and tiles.
His entrepreneurial ventures extend beyond Ghana’s borders, with operations in Sierra Leone, Guinea Bissau, and Gambia, among other countries. Notably, he established Ghana Link Network Services Ltd, a destination inspection company that enhances trade facilitation and maximizes revenue for the Ghanaian government at the Tema port. He also founded Nick TC-Scan Limited, the first African company to provide non-intrusive scanning of containerized cargos using state-of-the-art technology.
In addition to his business endeavors, Dr. Danso Adjei is dedicated to giving back to society. He has undertaken several corporate social responsibility projects, including the construction of a mortuary facility for St. Theresa’s Hospital in Nkoranza and the establishment of an education endowment fund in the Bono East Region. His companies have also provided financial support to disadvantaged Ghanaian students and monthly assistance to widows in the Bono East Region.
Dr. Danso Adjei’s impact on Ghana’s economy and society is significant, as his various companies have provided employment opportunities for Ghanaian youth and professionals. His contributions have been recognized by Azteca University, which awarded him an Honorary Doctorate Degree for his hard work, creativity, innovation, and immense contribution to individuals, society, and the nation as a whole.
Dr. Nick Danso Adjei’s entrepreneurial journey serves as an inspiration to aspiring entrepreneurs in Ghana and beyond. His visionary approach, remarkable achievements, and commitment to leveraging technology for trade facilitation and national development make him a true leader in the business world.