Culinary Convenience

Nana Owusu Odum is the founder and CEO of GoldCoast Food Group. A strategist, business leader and financial analyst with almost twenty years of experience across the manufacturing, oil and gas, financial services and agribusiness sectors, he has a track record of delivering growth and building high-performing businesses across Africa, Europe, the UK and North America.

A results-driven compliance, audit and finance professional with over fourteen years of experience in financial management, internal controls, risk management, compliance and corporate governance across diverse and regulated industries. William brings strong expertise in financial analysis, resource optimization and organizational management.

A strategic, SPHRi-certified HR leader with over nine years of progressive experience across Human Resources, Administration and Operations. She is passionate about building high-performing teams, developing people, and creating HR systems and a culture that turn people strategy into measurable business results.

A highly skilled Commercial Manager with over ten years of experience in the FMCG industry, specializing in business development, customer management and product marketing. She has a proven ability to turn commercial strategies into actionable business opportunities.

A project management professional and MBA holder with ten years of experience in the food and FMCG industry. Before his current role, he served as Pre-Packaging Manager, Quality Enhancement Manager, Production Manager and Business Support Manager within the company, building diverse experience across key operational and business functions.

A results-driven operations leader who oversees end-to-end production planning, production strategy and operational analytics to drive efficiency and supply chain reliability. Building on a strong background in quality and production, he uses his technical expertise to optimize manufacturing workflows and lead continuous improvement across the supply chain.

An accountant dedicated to the highest standards of financial reporting, accountability and corporate compliance. He ensures the company's financial records and statements are accurate, reliable and prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and the applicable laws and regulations of Ghana, with a strong focus on financial integrity.

Beatrice brings diverse professional experience spanning accounting, administration, customer relations and media. As Senior Marketing Supervisor, she has played a key role in developing and implementing marketing strategies aligned with the company's business objectives.

Seth Okaiteye Blesyn is a food product development and operations professional with experience in research and development, quality assurance, production management, and food safety systems within the food manufacturing industry. As Development Group Deputy Manager at GoldCoast Food Group, he supports product innovation, process improvement, and the successful execution of development projects that contribute to business growth and market expansion.

Over the course of his career, Seth has played a key role in developing and improving products that meet consumer needs and business objectives. As Research and Development Supervisor, he led the development of products such as Tealeys Drinks, Sankofa Kelewele Mix, and OCM Cereals, while also managing several products currently progressing toward commercialization. Prior to his current role, Seth served as Production Supervisor at Bloomway Industries Limited, where he oversaw daily production operations, ensured continuous production, met customer demand, and improved operational efficiency. He also served as Acting Manager for Chickenman and Pizzaman Sauce Production at GoldCoast Food Company, managing production activities, ensuring timely fulfillment of orders, and maintaining accountability for issued products.

Earlier, as a Quality Assurance Officer, he gained valuable experience in food safety, quality control, microbiological analysis, root cause investigations, and compliance with GMP, GHP, and HACCP requirements. Seth’s expertise includes new product development, food processing, quality assurance, food safety management systems, sensory evaluation, process optimization, and production operations. He is committed to driving innovation, improving efficiency, and delivering high-quality products that create value for both consumers and the organization.

Education

• Bachelor of Science (BSc.) in Medical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS), Ho, Ghana. Graduated 2021.

Certifications & awards

• Outstanding Performance Award, Quality Assurance Officer (2022)
• Outstanding Performance Award, Input Associate (2024)
• Employee of the Year Award (2024)

Memberships

• Member, Food Safety Team, GoldCoast Food Group

Ebenezer Amartey is a dedicated Head of IT at GoldCoast Food Group. With over 12 years of experience in IT management and operations within the food industry, he is responsible for overseeing the daily IT activities, ensuring that systems are maintained efficiently and meet security standards. Ebenezer is passionate about optimising IT processes, maintaining high levels of productivity, and ensuring that the IT infrastructure supports the company’s goals. His expertise in IT management has been instrumental in maintaining the company’s reputation for delivering high-quality food products.