The founder of East Legon Football Academy, Winston Yeboah Danso has been honoured as the 'Rising Star of the Year' at the 2024 Ghana Business Awards held in Accra.
The prestigious accolade recognised Mr. Yeboah Danso’s outstanding leadership, entrepreneurial skills, and innovative contributions to Ghana’s business landscape and his significant impact on sports development in Ghana.
Known for his passion for innovation and problem-solving, the Rising Star awardee, Mr. Yeboah Danso has made significant strides in his field of business by adopting to new innovations that blend through technology, creativity and has impacted the youth.
His entrepreneurship model has over the years integrated solutions to local challenges with economic opportunities that has gained attention and praise for advancing both industry standards and community welfare.
Mr Danso's leadership prowess has empowered a new generation of young Ghanaians, creating employment opportunities and inspiring others to pursue entrepreneurial paths.
As the visionary behind East Legon Football Academy, Mr. Danso has transformed the academy into a hub for nurturing young talent, emphasizing discipline, education, and excellence on and off the field. Since founding the academy, Mr. Danso has focused on making quality sports education accessible to children in East Legon and beyond.
His entrepreneurial spirit and leadership have attracted partnerships, allowing the academy to offer scholarships, modern training facilities, and mentorship programs that prioritize both athletic and academic growth.
“This recognition is a testament to the power of innovation and the potential of young people to lead transformative change"He said
He also dedicated the prestigious award to Cyril Yeboah Danso, for his guidance and mentorship over the years, former President John Agyekum Kufour for his support and insights and members of the CEO Accelerator Programme led by Robert Bennin of Temple Advisory.
“Looking ahead, Mr. Yeboah Danso hopes to expand East Legon Football Academy’s outreach programmes, advocating for sports as a pathway to leadership and positive societal change. With this Rising Star honor, Mr. Winston Danso Yeboah’s contributions have been firmly cemented as part of Ghana’s dynamic business sector, setting a new standard for innovation, leadership, and community impact
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