Who We Are
Experienced hands dedicated to expanding financial inclusion across Ghana.
Leadership

Chief Executive Officer
Chief Executive Officer
Yaw has over a decade of experience in private equity, investment banking and microfinance. He was the Vice President of Serengeti Capital, Ghana, a private equity firm, where he led teams in major corporate finance transactions and acquisitions largely in the financial services industry, working closely with DFIs including IFC, EIB, & GIZ. He has worked on several international and local investment transactions as a Senior Associate at Houlihan Smith Inc., an investment firm in Chicago & Ghana, and was instrumental in establishing Houlihan’s local office in Ghana. He has a degree in Agricultural Economics at KNUST, Ghana, a certificate in Advanced Statistics & Mathematics at City University, London, an MSc in Investment & Finance from Queen Mary, University of London and a Law degree from the Mountcrest College, Accra. He is an accomplished chess player and a dedicated gardener.

Chief Finance Officer
Chief Finance Officer
Sampson has over 20 years of experience in the areas of finance, accounting, audits, taxation, and fund management. Before joining the RDF, Sampson served as the Chief Finance and Investment Advisor at the Dalex Capital Management Ltd. where he was a part of the 4-man team that negotiated a USD 20 million funding from Ecowas Bank for Investment and Development (EBID), for the construction of the Garden City Mall prior to that, he was the Finance and Investment Manager for West Africa Media Development Fund (WAMDEF) and also the Investment Accountant and Compliance Manager for Activity Venture Finance Company. Sampson has an MBA in Finance from the University of Leicester and is a Certified Chartered Accountant with the ACCA.

Head of Investment
Head of Investment
Angela is a finance professional with over ten years’ experience in Private Equity, Corporate Finance, Company Research and Investor Relations. Prior to this role, she worked as Senior Private Analyst at The First Group Ghana, where she had a dual role of providing financial advice to the company’s clients as well as managing the Fortiz Private Equity Fund. Her prior work experience also includes Investor Relations Officer at UT Bank Ltd where she was instrumental in raising over USD 70million in Senior and Subordinated Debt for the bank; and Research Analyst at African Alliance Securities and Strategic where she was the Banking and Breweries Research Analyst with partial coverage over all the other companies listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange. Angela holds a BSc in Business Administration from Ashesi University College.
The Team

Senior Officer, Risk & Compliance
Senior Officer, Risk & Compliance
Kofi is an investment and risk management professional with over nine years of experience in financial analysis, portfolio management, and enterprise risk management. He has previously worked as an analyst in corporate advisory at uniSecurities Ghana Ltd. Kofi holds an MSc Finance from University of Ulm, Germany and a BSc Actuarial Science from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. He is also a Certified Expert in Risk Management from Frankfurt School of Finance and Management.

Senior Operations Officer (HR/Admin)
Senior Operations Officer (HR/Admin)
Adelaide has experience in office administration, performance management, and customer service. She worked as a Customer Success Officer and Executive Assistant to the CEO at Clear Space.

Executive Assistant
Executive Assistant
Victoria has experience in Executive Administration, Business Analysis and Finance. Prior to joining RDF Ghana LBG, she worked with the Jospong Group of Companies as an Executive Assistant to the COO of the Technical and Logistics Group, a cluster of the Jospong Group and a Business Analyst with Amaris Terminal, a subsidiary of Jospong Group. She holds an MSc. in Development Finance from the University of Ghana Business School and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics with Mathematics from the University of Ghana.

Senior Investment Officer
Senior Investment Officer
Gilbert is a seasoned investment professional with nearly a decade of experience in investment banking, independent advisory, and development finance, with a proven track record in structuring and managing transactions and investments across sectors, including agribusiness and renewable energy. He currently serves as Senior Investment Officer at RDF Ghana LBG, where he drives the organisation’s investment mandate by originating and managing debt financing and credit guarantee transactions to partner financial institutions and MSMEs. His role spans the full transaction lifecycle, from promoting RDF’s products and services and conducting credit and investment appraisals to monitoring client financial performance and preparing portfolio and market analysis reports. He also manages post-approval processes to ensure all disbursement conditions are met and contributes to enterprise risk management and treasury strategies. Prior to RDF, Gilbert was an Investment Banking Senior Analyst at Bridgewater Advisors, specialising in financial modelling, valuation, and deal documentation for corporate transactions. Earlier in his career, he advised on mergers and acquisitions and supported business owners and project sponsors in raising capital and structuring financing solutions. He holds a Master of Business Administration from Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Studies from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology.

Investment Officer
Investment Officer
Rosemond currently serves as an Investment Officer at RDF Ghana, where her responsibilities include evaluating investment opportunities, conducting financial and market analysis, coordinating due diligence, and assisting in portfolio monitoring. Prior to joining RDF Ghana, Rosemond worked with Mirepa Investment Advisors, where she contributed to due diligence, market research, and portfolio monitoring activities. She also completed an internship with Ecobank PLC, gaining practical experience in financial operations and client support. Rosemond holds a Bachelor’s degree in Banking and Finance from the University of Ghana and is a certified Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst (FMVA®) from the Corporate Finance Institute. Outside of work, she enjoys enjoys fitness activities, live music, and attending concerts

Operations Officer (M&E and ESG)
Operations Officer (M&E and ESG)
Effie holds a BSc (Hons) in Actuarial Science from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). She has experience in Customer Service and Office Administration from internships with Millennium Insurance Company Limited and Republic Bank Ghana Ltd.

Accounts Officer
Accounts Officer
Edward has over ten years working experience in Finance & Accounting and has acquired adequate skills and knowledge in Accounting & Finance, Computer Networking, Software Installation and Configuration, Negotiation and Interpersonal Skills.

Operations Assistant
Operations Assistant
Golda is an operations and administrative professional with a strong background in administrative coordination, logistics, and process optimization. She is known for being proactive, creative, and agile, consistently delivering innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and streamline workflows. Her career spans roles in international organizations, banking, and corporate administration including positions at the International Organization for Migration (IOM), OmniBSIC Bank, and Fraga Oil Ghana Ltd. Golda is proficient in Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and project management tools, enabling her to optimize reporting and improve team collaboration. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration from GIMPA and is a graduate of the ASPIRE Cohort 4 Leadership Program. Her leadership experience includes community engagement and project coordination, reflecting her commitment to excellence and impact.

Transport Officer
Transport Officer
Kweku is a seasoned driver with over 25 years of experience. He is a well travelled professional whose work in the transport industry has taken him across the length and breadth of Ghana to support various organisations accomplish their business objectives.