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Governance

Executive Board

The Board provides strategic direction, governance and accountability for the Council, drawn from across Ghana's fashion and professional community.

Mrs. Awurabena Okrah

President

Mrs. Awurabena Okrah is a visionary garment and textile designer, entrepreneur, and the pioneering founder of Winglow Clothes and Textiles and Winglow Fashion Academy. With over four decades of experience in the fashion and garment manufacturing sector, she has dedicated her career to redefining the boundaries of sustainable fashion and regional craftsmanship while promoting African culture.

Mr. Patrick Poku Asante

Vice President

Mr. Patrick Poku Asante is an award-winning Ghanaian fashion entrepreneur, Creative Director and costume designer, and the founder of Eccentric Clothing, established in February 2003. He serves as Vice President and Board Member of the West African Fashion Council.

Mrs. Charity Zuta Aflakpui

Presidential Aide & Board Secretary

Charity Zuta (Charity Aflakpui) is a passionate fashion designer, entrepreneur, and creative visionary dedicated to promoting excellence through fashion. She is the Founder and CEO of Charkyperry Klothen, a fashion brand committed to creating elegant, contemporary and bespoke designs that celebrate individuality, confidence and African creativity.

Mr. Daniel Morrison

Organiser

Daniel Morrison is a distinguished Ghanaian fashion entrepreneur, educator and industry leader dedicated to advancing fashion education, entrepreneurship and professional development across Africa. He is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Morrez Fashion Academy (MOFACA), one of Ghana's well-known institutions for fashion design and technology training, where he has trained and mentored aspiring designers and entrepreneurs.

Prof. Ebenezer Kofi Howard

Board Member

Professor Ebenezer Kofi Howard is a distinguished academic and textile professional at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). He serves as Professor of Textile Design and Technology and Vice Dean of the Faculty of Art, College of Art and Built Environment, and is the immediate past Head of the Department of Industrial Art.

Rev. Dr. Timothy Crentsil

Board Member

Dr. Timothy Crentsil is a dynamic leader with vested interest in education, training and research, art marketing and entrepreneurship. He currently heads the Department of Graphic and Communication Design Technology at Kumasi Technical University.

Ms. Makeba Nana Boateng

Board Member

Makeba Nana Boateng, APR, ISA, USPAP, is a cultural strategist, accredited public relations practitioner, and specialist in African fashion, textile heritage and cultural asset valuation.

Mrs. Yvonne Amponsah Brobbey

Board Member

Mrs. Yvonne Amponsah Brobbey is a distinguished entrepreneur and business leader with over eighteen years of experience in marketing, customer service and business development. She is the Chief Executive Officer of IVIÉ Collections, Ivory Apartments, and 1773 Human Resource & Marketing Services Ltd., and serves on the boards of several reputable organisations.

Mr. Spark Julius Zuta

Board Member

Spark Julius Zuta is a UK-based entrepreneur and promoter known for his role in advancing youth entrepreneurship and vocational empowerment across Africa. He serves as Vice President of the AfCFTA Young Entrepreneurs Federation, where he champions projects supporting small- and medium-scale enterprises and women's skill development initiatives.

Prof. Richard Acquaye

Board Member

Prof. Richard Acquaye is a Professor in the Department of Textile Design and Technology at Takoradi Technical University, Ghana. He previously served as a Part-Time Lecturer in the Department of Industrial Art at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi. He is a Fellow and Chartered Member of The Textile Institute, Manchester, United Kingdom, and currently serves as the National President of the Institute of Textiles and Fashion Professionals, Ghana. He is also a Senior Member of the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colourists (AATCC), Raleigh, USA.

House Leads

Each of the four Houses is guided by a Lead and an Assistant Lead for the 2026–2028 term, who coordinate members, mentorship and House activities.

Elizabeth Anoah Baafi

House Lead — House of the Elephant

Elizabeth Anoah Baafi is a Lecturer at Sunyani Technical University, a PhD Candidate in Textile Design Technology at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Founder and CEO of LIZATEX FASHION HOME, and Creative Director of FUX GLOBAL.

Jayson Nana Sarpong

Assistant Lead — House of the Elephant

Jayson Nana Sarpong is a Ghanaian entrepreneur, media executive, event organiser and procurement professional with experience in talent development, fashion, entertainment and public sector administration. He is the Chief Executive Officer of Exquisite Modelling Empire, where he leads initiatives focused on discovering, grooming and promoting aspiring models. As Organiser of The Exquisite Runway, he coordinates fashion events and networking platforms that connect creatives, brands and industry professionals.

Sammi Laryea

House Lead — House of the Lion

Sammi Laryea is a dynamic ICT practitioner, tech-preneur, fashion designer and inspirational mentor with a significant impact on the entrepreneurial landscape. He is currently a part-time lecturer at GIMPA and Sterling Project Group, where he teaches PRINCE2 project management to senior personnel in many companies in Ghana.

Dorinda Yomle Narteh Earl

Assistant Lead — House of the Lion

Dorinda Yomle Narteh Earl is a Ghanaian artist, artisan, educator, creative entrepreneur and fashion enthusiast with a passion for promoting African creativity through art, craft and fashion. She is the Creative Director of EL-DYAN Artisan Training Center, where she focuses on artisan training and the development of creative skills in areas including batik, tie-dye, beadwork, macrame and resin art.

Richard Ohene Sika

House Lead — House of the Owl

Richard Ohene Sika is an award-winning fashion educationist, talent manager, fashion consultant and entrepreneur, widely regarded for his transformative contributions to fashion education and talent development in Ghana. He is the Founder and President of Riohs College of Design, one of the country's leading institutions for creative and technical fashion training, and serves as Administrative Secretary of the National Fashion Designers Union of Ghana.

Magdalene Oye Ankama

Assistant Lead — House of the Owl

Magdalene Oye Ankama is a dedicated professional educator holding a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics, committed to academic excellence and impactful leadership.

Yusif Meizongo Jr.

House Lead — House of the Turtle

Yusif Meizongo Jr. is a Ghanaian entrepreneur, perfumer, and the Founder and Creative Director of Maison Yusif, a Ghanaian niche fragrance house established in 2017.

Angela Nelson

Assistant Lead — House of the Turtle

Angela Nelson is the Founder and Creative Director of Spangles, a brand that celebrates the beauty and diversity of women through unique beaded jewellery designs.