Also known as: Mr. McKorley · Dr. McKorley · Dr McKorley · businessman and philanthropist Daniel McKorley · Dr Daniel McKorley · Dr. Daniel McKorley · Mr McKorley
Daniel McKorley — Executive Chairman of McDan Group and founder of Electrochem Ghana Limited, honored for contributions to Ghana's industrial development.
… In a gesture organisers described as characteristic of businessman and philanthropist Daniel McKorley, she received an undisclosed financial support package personally directed by him. …
The Executive Chairman of the McDan Group, Dr Daniel McKorley, has extended the impact of the McDan Youth Connect initiative beyond entrepreneurship by engaging Zongo communities in Kumasi and Techiman through empowerment-focused outreach activities. …
… And that’s how she earned herself GhC 15,000 from Nii McKorley, an Agribusiness entrepreneur, son of Dr Daniel McKorley, as well as One Year Fully Sponsored Public Speaking Coaching from a renowned Public Speaking Professional, George Quaye. …
… Through its highly energetic “fast-pitch” sessions, young people present business ideas directly to Dr Daniel McKorley and his team for funding and mentorship support. …
… The recent honour bestowed on Daniel McKorley at the Ghana CEO Summit offers a compelling entry point into Ghana’s broader industrialisation discourse. …
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has honoured business magnate Daniel McKorley, popularly known as McDan, with the Otumfuo Commemorative Gold Medal in recognition of his contribution to business, job creation and community development. …
Accra Technical University has launched its Business School, transforming the former Faculty of Business into a fully-fledged school. Industry leaders and academics at the event stressed the need for tertiary institutions to complement classroom learning with practical skills and real-world experience.
Accra Technical University has launched its Business School, transforming the former Faculty of Business into a fully-fledged school. Industry leaders and academics at the event stressed the need for tertiary institutions to complement classroom learning with practical skills and real-world experience.
Farihan Alhassan, Managing Director of GCB Bank, has received the Special African Leadership Commendation Award at the 16th African Business Leadership Awards in recognition of his contribution to Ghana's banking sector, with the award presented by former Tanzanian President Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete in London.
The Mfantseman-Saltpond Development Alliance has commissioned a 50,000-litre automated water supply system at Saltpond Municipal Hospital to address persistent water shortages and improve healthcare delivery.
The University of Cape Coast, in collaboration with D-Hub, hosted the McDan Business Sense Challenge during SRC Week, where ten student-led enterprises pitched business ideas before academic and industry judges for startup funding opportunities.
Dr Daniel McKorley, a business magnate, delivered the keynote address at Wisconsin International University College's 19th Graduation Ceremony, challenging graduates to move beyond academic theory and become executors of change. He told the class that attitude and integrity account for 75 percent of success in the real world, and led them in prayer asking God to transform them from "academic theorists" into "absolute executioners" capable of turning ideas into enterprises.
The University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development launched its maiden Career Connect fair in Kumasi, bringing together employers, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders to provide students with internship, mentorship, and career development opportunities.
Dr Daniel McKorley, Executive Chairman of McDan Group and founder of Electrochem Ghana Limited, was honoured at the 10th Ghana CEO Summit for his outstanding contribution to Ghana's industrial and economic development, particularly through his leadership of Africa's largest salt mine.
Dr. Daniel McKorley, CEO of McDan Group of Companies, made his commentary debut at the Hitz FM Rep Your Jersey 2026 Champions League final viewing party at Aviation Social Centre, where he also provided free drinks for attendees.
McDan Group has responded to a publication by Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) concerning a disputed parcel of land on Spintex Road, stating the matter is currently before the Court of Appeal and that all parties should exercise restraint from public commentary while the case is pending.
IMANI Africa's Kofi Bentil has urged Ghana to move beyond partisan politics and protect businesses from being targeted based on perceived political affiliations, warning that national investments risk underperformance when viewed through political lenses rather than in the national interest.
The Mid North Ghana Conference and McDan Foundation held the Adventist Edition of McDan Youth Connect at a Techiman church, where 14 young entrepreneurs pitched business ideas to address unemployment. AMSDA Green Lather Soap won GH¢20,000, with two other ventures receiving GH¢10,000 each; a physically challenged entrepreneur also received undisclosed financial support.
Dr Daniel McKorley of the McDan Group extended the McDan Youth Connect initiative through outreach to Zongo communities in Kumasi and Techiman, including prayers at the Kumasi Zongo mosque and engagement with traditional leaders in Techiman. He announced plans for a zero-interest loan scheme to support women traders in the Techiman community.
Alice Esinam, a BECE candidate from KNUST Senior High School, overcame heavy rain, flooded roads and traffic in Kumasi to reach the 2nd Adventist Edition of the McDan Youth Connect, where she pitched her mother's decade-old catering business to a panel of judges including Prophet Prakash.
The McDan Youth Connect, a youth empowerment platform in Ghana, held its 2nd Adventist Edition in Kumasi, where ten young entrepreneurs pitched business ideas for funding and mentorship. Winners received cash prizes and support packages, including GH¢20,000 for the overall winner and additional backing for agribusiness and fashion ventures.
An opinion piece argues that symbolic recognition of Electrochem Ghana Limited and its leader at the Ghana CEO Summit must be backed by sustained strategic support from the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) to translate into real industrial transformation and unlock the salt industry's full potential.
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has awarded business magnate Daniel McKorley the Otumfuo Commemorative Gold Medal in recognition of his contributions to business, job creation and community development. The honour was presented at the World-Meets-in-Ghana Executive Dinner Ball held at Manhyia Palace as part of celebrations marking the Asantehene's 27th coronation anniversary.