Ghanaian fashion designer and the Chief Executive Officer of Magmens Couture, Marian Gifty Mensah has been crowned ‘Ghana's Most Respected CEO in Fashion and Lifestyle Services’ at the just-ended 7th edition of ‘Ghana's Most Respected CEO's Awards.’

The recognition underscores her company's exceptional leadership qualities in providing quality and top-notch fashion designs for clients and Magmens Couture's rapid rise in Ghana's fashion industry.

The remarkable honour also authenticates her continuous growth and contribution to the Ghanaian economy and also for being an extremely respected personality advocating for best business practices through training and mentorship programmes.

Held at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra, the five-star event was organized by the Business Executive Group.

The event seeks to identify, honour, and celebrate individuals and companies that play a significant role in the growth and development of the country.

The event was attended by high-profile personalities, Ghanaian government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, and traditional leaders.

Magmens, under the leadership of Marian Gifty Mensah, has redefined fashion with a customer-centric approach and innovative service delivery.

The company's commitment to creating memorable experiences through warm hospitality, open communication, and world-class services has resonated with clients and peers alike. Mrs. Marian Gifty expressed gratitude to the Magmens team, students, and her clients for their unflinching dedication and support.

“I am deeply honoured and overwhelmed to have been named Ghana's Most Respected CEO in Fashion and Lifestyle at this prestigious ceremony. This recognition is a humble reminder of the power of hard work and the positive impact we can make in society. I pray for continued strength, wisdom, and opportunities to create an even greater impact in our communities. This award inspires me to keep striving for excellence, empowering others, and making a difference in the fashion and lifestyle industry.

As part of this journey, I would like to use this opportunity to invite investors and sponsors to join hands with us to turn this vision into reality. Together, we can transform lives, create sustainable opportunities, and drive meaningful change in our society", she noted

Marian Gifty Mensah took the opportunity to advise the upcoming designers saying, "To upcoming fashion designers, my advice is to stay true to your vision, work diligently, and never lose sight of your purpose. Passion and persistence will always pave the way for success. Thank you once again to the organisers, The Business Executive Group, for this incredible honour", she added.

About Marian Gifty Mensah

Marian Gifty Mensah is a skilled ‘Fashionpreneur’, CEO, and creative director of Magmens Couture. She is a determined winner and an astute fashion and lifestyle consultant. Marian owns and operates a thriving fashion business in Obuasi, Ashanti Region of Ghana, where she was born and bred.

Marian holds a Bachelor of Education degree in Home Economics (specializing in Clothing and Textiles) from the University of Cape Coast obtained in 2013. Before pursuing her undergraduate programme, she successfully studied at the Takoradi Technical University, obtaining a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Fashion Design Technology in 2005.

The interest in sewing for Marian Gifty, started as a hobby, creating amazing designs for close family and friends during her teenage years. That interesting hobby has now been honed into a cherished profession.

She worked as a personal assistant to the then Presiding Member of the Obuasi Municipal Assembly for a while, and later, for six (6) years at the Commission for Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) district office in Obuasi.

When she couldn’t resist the burning desire to pursue a career in the fashion industry, she finally decided to leave CHRAJ to start what would grow to become one of the very best bespoke and Couture brands in Ghana, Magmens Couture, in 2015. Marian designs for clients in Ghana and all over the world.

In 2016, Marian was crowned champion of the maiden show "Fashion Guru Sewing Bee" on Joy Prime TV, a finalist of the VLISCO fashion fund competition in 2017 and an award winner of Fashion Excellence at Bryte Africa Fashion Week in 2019.

For Marian, success is not measured by wealth but by the positive impact one makes in the lives of others. She has trained over thirty (30) young ladies, to become skilled fashion designers. With Magmens Couture, she collaborates with tertiary institutions to provide industrial experience for students under internship programmes, in fulfilment of her corporate social responsibility.

She is a patron of a nonprofit venture, Sikapa For Girls (an initiative that focuses on skills training for vulnerable girls).

As a married woman entrepreneur, Marian Gifty Mensah makes time to motivate, empower, and inspire people, young and old, through participation in numerous seminars, TV, and radio programmes.

She is a self-motivated, goal-driven, versatile and proactive woman who strives to write a better story in her community.