Harvard University will host one of Ghana’s most accomplished and inspiring business icons, Ɔdadeɛ Dr. Ernest Ofori Sarpong, as a distinguished speaker at the 16th Annual Africa Development Conference (ADC) on April 11–12, 2025.

The conference, themed “Africa by 2040: The Future of Africa’s Youth,” promises to be a pivotal platform for discourse on Africa’s development, and Dr. Sarpong’s presence marks a proud moment not only for Ghana but also for the global Ɔdadeɛ fraternity.

Dr. Ernest Ofori Sarpong is a true testament to excellence, impact, and leadership. A proud alumnus of Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School (PRESEC), Legon, he has blazed an illustrious trail in business, finance, and entrepreneurship. Today, he is the Global President of the Ɔdadeɛ Alumni Association, affectionately known as Ɔdadeɛ Global, and also serves as Board Chairman of his alma mater, guiding the next generation of leaders at PRESEC.

From his humble beginnings as a student in the blue magic uniform of PRESEC to becoming a towering figure in Ghana’s economic landscape, Dr. Sarpong’s journey is nothing short of inspirational. He is the founder of Special Investments Ltd., Special Ice Ltd., and Special Homes Ltd., which have significantly contributed to Ghana’s real estate, water production, and construction sectors. His entrepreneurial reach extends even further: co-founding Best Point Savings and Loans, U2 Salt Ltd., and United Television (UTV Ltd.), the leading television station in Ghana.