Mr. Charles Kenyah Ansah is a seasoned business leader with extensive experience across the maritime, petroleum, logistics, and commodity trading sectors. He currently serves as a Senior Procurement Officer at the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), where he brings strong expertise in procurement governance, supply chain management, and strategic sourcing.

In addition to his public sector role, Mr. Ansah manages and oversees multiple private enterprises in transport services, frozen foods, and commodity trading, operating successfully in both local and international markets. He is widely respected for his integrity, sound judgment, and ability to build long-term business partnerships with global stakeholders.

Mr. Ansah holds an impressive academic portfolio, including a Bachelor’s degree in Education (Social Sciences) from the University of Cape Coast, a Graduate Diploma in Ports and Shipping Administration, an MSc in Logistics from Molde University (Norway), an LLB from GIMPA, and a Master’s degree in Finance from the University of Ghana. His broad multidisciplinary background strengthens the Board’s governance, risk oversight, and strategic decision-making capacity.

As Board Chairman, Mr. Ansah provides steady leadership, strategic direction, and governance discipline, ensuring that SMICL remains resilient, forward-looking, and aligned with international best practices.