Philip Sowah Email & Phone Number

Accra, Greater Accra Region, Gh

Ghana

Ghana

Previous Non-Executive Director Roles: - Rhema Energy; - Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund; - Gwo Sevo/TxtGhana Ltd.;- Trust Logistics Ltd.;

Provided strategic consulting and advisory services to technology/telecommunications firms, startups, utilities, banks, and government bodies. Led multiple high-impact projects, including securing approval for Ghana’s national sugar policy to support rural employment and poverty alleviation. Engaged closely with government ministries to develop sustainable policy frameworks, demonstrating expertise in governance, regulatory and stakeholder management.

Strategy and operations consulting and advisory services in Telecoms and IT. Focus on value-added solutions in Telecoms and the application of Technology in non-tech industries. Assignments include:- Go to market strategy for managed PC tablet network deployment- Market introduction into Ghana for fibre deployment and maintenance company- Implementation of a telehouse (a telecommunications interconnect clearing house)- Advisory services for established VAS providers and tech… Show more Strategy and operations consulting and advisory services in Telecoms and IT. Focus on value-added solutions in Telecoms and the application of Technology in non-tech industries. Assignments include:- Go to market strategy for managed PC tablet network deployment- Market introduction into Ghana for fibre deployment and maintenance company- Implementation of a telehouse (a telecommunications interconnect clearing house)- Advisory services for established VAS providers and tech startups Show less

Led Airtel Ghana through a comprehensive transformation from Zain to Airtel, successfully managing a high-stakes rebranding and infrastructure expansion. Achieved significant network growth, from 450 to over 1,200 cell sites, and increased subscriber base to over 3.5 million, generating an annual turnover of $250 million. Recognized as Mobile World’s Telecom CEO of the Year three times. Drove Airtel to become the third-largest telecom operator in Ghana, known for operational excellence and… Show more Led Airtel Ghana through a comprehensive transformation from Zain to Airtel, successfully managing a high-stakes rebranding and infrastructure expansion. Achieved significant network growth, from 450 to over 1,200 cell sites, and increased subscriber base to over 3.5 million, generating an annual turnover of $250 million. Recognized as Mobile World’s Telecom CEO of the Year three times. Drove Airtel to become the third-largest telecom operator in Ghana, known for operational excellence and revenue growth. Show less

Co-Founded and was Chairman of the Governing Council of the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications, uniting major telecom providers to form a single advocacy body. Directed efforts to lobby the government and regulators, establishing the Chamber as the main industry voice. Positioned the Chamber as a recognized leader in research and policy dialogue, reinforcing its status as a trusted resource for stakeholders and government entities.

Ghana

Spearheaded the launch of Zain’s operations in Ghana, managing a greenfield startup and driving rapid market entry. Oversaw deployment of the first full 3G data network in Ghana, growing the subscriber base to over 750,000 in under four months. Successfully launched Zap, Ghana’s pioneering mobile payments platform, positioning Zain as a market innovator and achieving rapid customer acquisition.

Ghana

Oversaw operations for Onetouch, achieving substantial revenue growth and scaling subscriber base by 400% in 2005. Spearheaded critical functions in shared services, logistics, and IT, generating over $120 million in annual revenue. Drove strategic cost-saving initiatives, including an outsourced clearing function that reduced import clearing time by 50%, reinforcing Vodafone’s market position through operational efficiencies.

Endicott, New York, United States

e-Procurement consultant and advisory services.

City Of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Responsible for all technology infrastructure, applications and networks plus associated staff for all of Africa. Implemented BPCS in Nigeria and upgraded SAP in South Africa.

West Africa, Africa

Developed and managed a team of technology consultants across West Africa (Ghana, Nigeria, Cote d'Ivoire and Cameroun). Lead the establishment of technology teams in each country.

Bs, Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’S, Physics