Daniel McKorley

businessperson · Ghana · 48 years old

Biography

Daniel McKorley (born June 17, 1971) is a Ghanaian businessman and the founder, chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the McDan Group of Companies. McKorley was named Entrepreneur of the Year (2016) at the Ghana Aviation Awards.

Early life and education

Daniel McKorley was born in La, Accra. After completing high school, he attended the University of Ghana but dropped out, unable to pay his tuition. He was only able to enroll for a degree 15 years later. McKorley holds a diploma in Leadership from Lehigh University, Pennsylvania. He holds a Bsc. and EMBA in Business Administration and Entrepreneurship from the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) and a doctorate from the London Business School. He holds several post-graduate certificates in business, leadership, tourism, and management, among other academic achievements.

Work

Daniel McKorley is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the McDan Group of Companies. He founded McDan Shipping Company in November 1999, currently headquartered in Accra with branches in Tema and Takoradi. The company has presence in over 2000 ports and terminals worldwide through its partnerships with the Universal Freight Organization, Cross Trades and World Cargo Alliance (WCA).

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