President John Mahama has nominated international executive, Gabriel Opoku-Asare, to serve on the newly established Presidential Committee on Accelerated Export Development (PCAED) under the Office of the President.

Chaired by the President himself, the committee is a high-level advisory body tasked with spearheading Ghana’s international trade efforts, boosting exports, and positioning Ghanaian products on the global stage.

The committee comprises a diverse and experienced group of leaders, including Hon. Goosie Tanoh (Presidential Advisor on the 24-Hour Economy), Hon. Ato Forson (Minister for Finance), Hon. Elizabeth Agyare (Minister for Trade), Hon. Emelia Arthur (Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture), Hon. Eric Opoku (Minister for Agriculture), Hon. Dominic Ayine (Attorney General), Gen. Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulono, Dr. Akushika Andoh, Anthony Kwasi Sarpong (Commissioner-General, Ghana Revenue Authority), Davies Narh Korboe, Dr. Eben Anuwa-Amarh, Kwesi Korboe, Sampson Asaki Awingobit (Executive Secretary, Importers and Exporters Association), Prof. John Gatsi (an esteemed economist and Dean, School of Business, UCC), and Dr. Humphrey Ayim-Dake (President, Association of Ghana Industries), along with other trade association representatives and private sector leaders.

Gabriel Opoku-Asare joins this distinguished group as a strategic addition, bringing global expertise and private sector insight.

Gabriel brings over 18 years of international leadership experience in trade, public policy, ESG, and strategic communications. He has held senior executive roles across Africa, Europe, Asia, and North America[NB1] —most notably serving as Director, ESG at Diageo North America. His work has spanned transformative initiatives in agriculture, recycling, manufacturing, and sustainability across global markets.

President Mahama’s nomination recognizes Gabriel’s proven track record in forging impactful public-private partnerships, driving investment, and championing inclusive economic development. His experience co-founding the Africa Plastics Recycling Alliance, leading Diageo’s “Society 2030” agenda, and advising governments and multinationals on policy and ESG strategy positions him as a key asset in advancing Ghana’s export ambitions.

He is currently a Partner and Board Member at Nyinipa Advisory, which advises global organizations on sustainable business, policy reform, and stakeholder engagement. His academic background includes degrees from KNUST, GIMPA, and the University of Leicester, along with executive education from Harvard Business School and Oxford University.

Commenting on his appointment following the inauguration of the committee on Monday, Gabriel expressed deep gratitude to His Excellency the President and commitment towards the objectives of the committee.

“I am honoured by President Mahama’s trust in me and delighted to contribute to this national priority. Ghana has the talent, resources, and potential to be a global export powerhouse. This committee represents a bold step towards that vision, and I am committed to bringing my global experience to help shape a prosperous, export-led future for our country.”

The Accelerated Export Development Committee will work closely with government ministries, private sector leaders, and international partners to identify growth sectors, streamline export processes, and promote Ghanaian goods and services on the global stage.