Olam Agri Ghana celebrates 30 years of commitment to excellence with annual Excellence Awards

Olam Agri Ghana, a leader in supply chain management, has celebrated 30 years of business in the country

Olam Agri Ghana celebrates 30 years of commitment to excellence with annual Excellence Awards

Olam Agri Ghana, a leader in supply chain management, has celebrated 30 years of business in the country with a grand edition of the company’s Annual Excellence Awards, honouring the exceptional achievements of its most dedicated employees to commemorate three decades of significant contributions to Ghana’s food and agriculture sector.

Established in 1994, Olam Agri Ghana’s role in the country’s food and agribusiness sector grew rapidly over the years, as can be witnessed by the expansion of its workforce from only 20 employees 30 years ago, to over 1,200 today, demonstrating a strong commitment to local employment as well as community development. Ultimately, this growth has established Olam Agri as a major player in the food and agro-industry, contributing significantly to food security in the region.

Country Head, Baibhav Biswas, presents the special ‘Country Head Award’ to a deserving staff

The Excellence Awards honoured 24 employees across various company portfolios for their outstanding performance during the past year and also recognised 39 employees for long service, loyalty and dedication to the company.

In a keynote address, Baibhav Biswas, Country Head of Olam Agri Ghana, expressed gratitude to all employees and reflected on the company’s impressive journey thus far.

A section of employees at the Annual Excellence Award

“As we celebrate 30 years in Ghana, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to each member of our team. Your hard work and dedication have been instrumental in our growth and success. We are excited about the future and remain dedicated to supporting the development of Ghana’s agricultural sector while creating opportunities for our workforce.” said Biswas, emphasising the importance of teamwork and community engagement.

The program featured electrifying performances from award-winning gospel artist, Nacee, and popular hit maker, King Paluta, as they dazzled staff with back-to-back hit songs. Celebrated  TV personality Jay Foley and Olam Agri’s Learning & Development (L&D) manager, Portia Napaaba, were the hosts for the evening.

An employee proudly receives an award

For four consecutive years, Olam Agri Ghana has earned the Top Employer Institute’s prestigious certification as a ‘Top Employer’, reflecting the company’s adherence to international best practices in human resource management and ensuring an exceptional work environment for its employees.