The McDan Group continues to affirm its place at the pinnacle of Ghana’s business excellence after securing two distinguished awards at the 4th edition of the Ghana CEO Awards, held at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra over the weekend.
At a ceremony graced by corporate leaders, diplomats, and traditional authorities, the Group’s Executive Chairman, Dr Daniel McKorley, was named: 2025 CEO of the Year – Shipping and 2025 CEO of the Year – Aviation
The awards were received on Dr. McKorley’s behalf by senior officials of the McDan Group, who paid tribute to his visionary leadership and relentless drive to position Ghana as a logistics and aviation hub in West Africa.
In a statement following the recognition, the McDan Group expressed gratitude for the honours and reaffirmed its commitment to embedding sustainability, innovation, and impact across all its operations.
The company said it remains focused on creating real value for the communities where it operates while aligning with Ghana’s broader economic aspirations.“These awards are a reflection of the hard work, discipline, and long-term vision that Dr. McKorley has infused into the Group. We are humbled by this recognition and inspired to continue pushing forward, guided by excellence,” the statement read.
A highlight of the night came from His Royal Majesty King Nii Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, the Ga Mantse, whose keynote address struck a powerful chord with the audience.
Speaking as a guest of honour, the Ga Mantse commended the resilience and ingenuity of Ghana’s business leaders, stating:“As Ga Mantse, I do not see myself as a distant figure in regalia. I see myself as a bridge between heritage and development. Between community and industry. The Ga State is open to partner, to support, and to collaborate with all who have Ghana’s best interest at heart. Our doors are open, not just for tradition, but for transformation.”
He went on to specifically acknowledge the efforts of entrepreneurs who continue to break barriers despite the country’s challenging business climate.“Doing business in Ghana is not for the faint-hearted. It takes grit, sacrifice, and vision. That’s why I applaud every CEO and founder here tonight,” he remarked.
The Ga Mantse also praised initiatives like Ghana Must Go, describing it as a powerful example of culture-driven innovation.“Programs like Ghana Must Go, which are built on our culture and creativity, are exactly what we need. It shows that we don’t have to pretend to be someone else to attract the world. We just need to be more of who we are—and do it well,” he emphasized.
Under Dr. McKorley’s leadership, the McDan Group has emerged as a leading player in shipping, aviation, logistics, and agribusiness. With the establishment of the McDan Aviation cargo terminal and ongoing investments in infrastructure and human capital, the Group is poised to support Ghana’s vision of becoming a competitive player within the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
As the awards keep rolling in, industry analysts point to McDan’s balance of commercial success and social investment as a model for Ghanaian entrepreneurship—rooted in local identity but global in ambition.
