Dr. Isaac Adebesah Vows Industrial Transformation After Being Sworn In As GRATIS CEO

Dr. Isaac Adebesah Vows Industrial Transformation After Being Sworn In As GRATIS CEO

by Obour Samuel
16 April 2025
3 min read

In a strategic move set to redefine Ghana's industrial landscape, Dr. Isaac Adebesah has officially assumed leadership as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Regional Appropriate Technology Industrial Service (GRATIS). His appointment, marked by both optimism and urgency, signals a fresh chapter for an institution tasked with championing homegrown technological solutions and propelling Ghana’s industrial transformation agenda.


The appointment was formalized during a brief but significant swearing-in ceremony held on Monday, April 14, 2025. The Minister for Trade and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, officiated the event, charging Dr. Adebesah with the formidable responsibility of breathing new life into GRATIS and positioning it as a linchpin of modern industrial growth.


“GRATIS is central to Ghana’s industrial future. We must see heightened innovation, stronger performance, and tailored technologies that address both local and global industrial demands,” the Minister emphasized during her speech.

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Dr. Adebesah, visibly moved by the confidence placed in him, extended heartfelt appreciation to President John Dramani Mahama and the Trade Minister for entrusting him with the stewardship of such a pivotal national institution.


“I am committed to steering GRATIS towards greater heights by prioritizing innovation, operational efficiency, and service excellence,” Dr. Adebesah pledged.

As Ghana faces increasing demands for competitive manufacturing and self-sustaining industries, stakeholders are watching closely to see how Dr. Adebesah's tenure could catalyze the nation's industrial renaissance.


Dr. Adebesah’s 4-Step Leadership Agenda for GRATIS

  1. Accelerate Innovation: Foster partnerships with research institutions to drive context-relevant technologies.
  2. Enhance Service Efficiency: Streamline processes to ensure timely and quality service delivery.
  3. Strengthen Capacity Building: Roll out training programs to upskill the next generation of Ghanaian industrialists.
  4. Expand Industry Influence: Position GRATIS as a regional hub for appropriate technology solutions.


Why This Matters for Ghana

GRATIS has long served as a beacon for grassroots industrial empowerment and localized technological advancement. With Dr. Adebesah at the helm, industry experts predict a new era of practical, scalable innovation aligned with Ghana’s economic ambitions.


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CONCLUSION:

Dr. Isaac Adebesah's appointment represents more than a leadership change — it's a strategic pivot for GRATIS and a statement of intent from Ghana’s government. With innovation and efficiency as his north star, his tenure could mark a defining moment for the nation's industrial evolution.


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