Mrs. Siaw Agyepong awarded honorary doctorate degree

Mrs. Adelaide Siaw Agyepong, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Asian African Consortium (AAC), has been awarded an honorary Doctorate in Advanced Studies in Entrepreneurship by Azteca University and Cardinal Training Academy. The prestigious recognition was presented to her at a ceremony held on Wednesday, 27 November 2024, at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra, Ghana, honoring her exceptional contributions to entrepreneurship and socio-economic development.

In addition to the honorary doctorate, Mrs. Siaw Agyepong was also presented with a Certificate in Strategic Leadership from the Swiss School of Business Research and a Certificate in Effective Communication Skills from Cardinal Training Academy.

Expressing her gratitude, Mrs. Siaw Agyepong thanked her family, friends, and colleagues for their unwavering support. She dedicated the honor to fellow entrepreneurs and leaders who are striving to create positive change in their communities. “This recognition serves as a reminder to aim for even greater impact,” she stated. “I urge all entrepreneurs and leaders to rise above challenges, innovate boldly, and make meaningful contributions to our communities and beyond.”

She also extended her thanks to Azteca University, Cardinal Training Academy, and Dr. Mavis Bermudez, adding, “I am deeply humbled and inspired to continue pushing boundaries, empowering others, and driving socio-economic transformation.”

On the occasion, Mrs. Siaw Agyepong encouraged others to pursue leadership with purpose, emphasizing the importance of leaving a legacy of positive change.

The AAC, under her leadership, is at the forefront of a major commercial rice project in Ghana, which is focused on fostering economic growth, sustainability, and women’s empowerment through local rice production. The company has formed strategic partnerships with farmers across the country and collaborates with leading rice-producing nations, including the USA, Thailand, China, Vietnam, Japan, India, and the Philippines, to transform the rice, maize, and soya production landscape in Ghana.