PayAngel's Founder and CEO, Jones Amegbor has been honoured with the prestigious Leader of the Year 2023 award at the Innovations in Payments and Remittances Awards (IPR Awards 2023).
The event, held at Convene at the heart of London brought together industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries.
The IPR Awards stand as a beacon for recognizing excellence and ingenuity within the payments and remittances sector.
These awards act as a stage for acknowledging remarkable feats achieved by both entities and individuals, who have made substantial contributions to the industry.
The Leader of the Year award is an exclusive accolade reserved for extraordinary individuals who have left an indelible mark on the money transfer domain.
To secure this prestigious recognition, nominees must showcase an exemplary leadership track record, an exceptional ability to foresee the future, and a resolute commitment to innovation. This award serves as a testament to their profound influence on their organization and the industry at large.
Mr Amegbor's elevation to Leader of the Year is a testament to his remarkable leadership, unwavering vision, and execution within the realm of money transfers.
His commitment to driving innovation and steering through complex challenges has not only benefitted PayAngel but has also left a lasting impact on the entire industry.
His journey through leadership has been nothing short of exceptional.
He has consistently inspired his team, pioneered innovations, and skilfully navigated intricate challenges, ultimately yielding remarkable results for PayAngel and the broader industry.
His leadership, dedication, and visionary approach have been instrumental in propelling PayAngel's growth and success.
The ascent to this pinnacle of success spans a remarkable ten years, characterized by unrelenting dedication, extreme perseverance, and moments of serendipity that propelled PayAngel to the forefront of the payments and remittances sector.
Over this decade, PayAngel has been the vanguard of groundbreaking solutions, revolutionising the way people transfer money across borders and interact with financial services in their home countries.
Jones Amegbor's vision for PayAngel extends far beyond business triumphs. His driving force lies in the profound commitment to inspire and empower Africa and its diaspora.
He firmly believes that PayAngel's achievements can serve as a beacon of hope and motivation for countless others.
In his own words, "If these accomplishments inspire even a single individual to believe that we, as Africans, are capable of conquering the world and achieving success, then I would consider my goal of inspiring and empowering Africa and its diaspora fulfilled."
Alongside the prestigious Leader of the Year Award, PayAngel was also bestowed with an Honorary Mention in the Social Impact category.
This recognition underscores the company's dedication to integrating social objectives into its strategy, contributing to financial inclusion and literacy.
Among this year's other distinguished winners in various categories were renowned names such as CurrencyCloud by Visa, ClearJunction, Trust Payment, and payonline.
The ceremony traditionally attracts key industry players, including MoneyGram, Western Union, Worldpay by FIS, Trust Pay, Terrapay, Flutterwave, AZA Finance, GB Group, Daytona, ClearJunction, Trust Payments, USI Money, UnityLink, Leatherback, and many others.
The event brought together a diverse and influential audience from the world of money remittance and financial services.
As PayAngel continues to spearhead the revolution in cross-border payments, Jones Amegbor's achievements serve as an inspiration not only to the payments and remittances industry but also to Africa and its diaspora.
His leadership exemplifies the potential of Africans to make a global impact, and his commitment to empowering others shines as a guiding beacon for future generations.
The company's triumph at the IPR Awards reaffirms its status as an industry frontrunner and a catalyst for positive change.
The wholly-owned Ghanaian company, PayAngel, is unwavering in its commitment to empowering Africa and its diaspora.
As a leading payments expert across 11 African nations, including Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Cameroon, Cote D'Ivoire, Senegal, Rwanda, Tanzania, Mozambique, and Uganda, PayAngel is dedicated to connecting people, businesses, and opportunities.
This mission harmonizes seamlessly with the values of the IPR Awards, which celebrate excellence and innovation in the money transfer community.
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