Mrs. Stella Aku Addo – Deputy Executive Director
Mrs. Stella Aku Addo is a highly accomplished Procurement and Supply Chain Specialist with over 30 years of experience in procurement, logistics, and project management. Her extensive career spans both the public and private sectors, where she has held key leadership roles and made significant contributions to the advancement of procurement and supply chain practices in Ghana and beyond. She is a respected industry leader, mentor, and advocate for professional excellence.
Mrs Addo has worked with several prestigious institutions, including the Ministry of Education, Crown Agents Ghana Ltd, Fidelity Bank, and Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) UK. In these roles, she served as a Procurement Specialist, Procurement Manager, Procurement Advisor, Head of Procurement, and Country Manager for CIPS Ghana. Her expertise has driven efficiency, transparency, and best practices in procurement and supply chain management.
Mrs. Addo holds a Diploma in Estate Management from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) and an Executive Master’s in Project Management (EMBA) from the University of Ghana. Her commitment to continuous professional development complements her academic foundation.
Fellow (FCIPS) of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (UK), Distinguished Fellow (DhPMP) of the Institute of Project Management Professionals, and Chartered Member (CMILT) of the Institute of Logistics & Transport Ghana. These accolades reflect her dedication to excellence and her leadership in the procurement and supply chain profession.
Mrs. Stella Aku Addo is married to Dr. Daniel Addo, a Financial Analyst, and they are blessed with two lovely children, Jermaine and Marilyn Addo. She enjoys listening to inspirational videos and materials and engaging in community service in her spare time. Mrs Addo is passionate about advancing the procurement and supply chain profession in Ghana and Africa. She believes in the power of education, mentorship, and collaboration to drive industry growth and sustainability. She continues to inspire the next generation of professionals and contribute to national development through her work.
