PETROSOL hosts the 3rd Women in Leadership Conference

The PETROSOL Women Network, an initiative of PETROSOL Platinum Energy Ltd., held, for the third consecutive year, the Women in Leadership Conference, on Friday, 7^th March.

Marked to commemorate International Women does Day, the event brought together about 100 women; comprise respected female senior business executives within the petroleum downstream industry and from other sectors, as well as female staff of PETROSOL.

The women were engaged in insightful conversations, coaching dialogues and to share experiences, and foster connections aimed at accelerating efforts at improving female inclusivity in leadership and decision making in business and in society as a whole.

Themed “Accelerating Exponential and Sustainable Growth: The Role of an Energized Woman,” the conference focused on the significant role women play in driving lasting, impactful change in their careers and communities.

The event provided a platform for exchanging valuable perspectives on overcoming challenges, breaking barriers, and creating sustainable leadership practices for women so that they can thrive in their respective disciplines, especially in a technical and male-dominated area as the energy sector.

The conference opened with an address from the Chairperson for the occasion, Mr. Daniel Acheampong, who also doubles as the Board Chairman of PETROSOL, who emphasized the importance of cultivating a world where women are not only participants but also leaders, capable of driving exponential and sustainable growth.

He stated, “We have to create a world where women do not just participate but lead with vision and drive exponential growth on a sustainable basis.”

The Keynote Speaker for the day, Mrs. Ivy Apea Owusu, CEO of Cirrus Oil Services Ltd, delivered an inspiring message highlighting the importance of networking and collaboration for sustainable growth. She shared, “Networking and collaboration are very important keys to growing exponentially and sustainably. Build meaningful relationships and surround yourself with people who push you to bring out your best. Step out of your comfort zone, be agile and resilient. You need to be seen to make an impact. The future is ours. Lead with purpose and thrive.”

The Guest of Honour for the day, Dr. Sheila Addo, Deputy Chief Executive, Technical, at the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) in her address remarked: “Achieving success as a woman in leadership is not without its challenges. Along the journey to the top, obstacles are inevitable. However, resilience, expertise, and a deep understanding of one’s field are essential qualities that enable women to persevere and sustain their leadership positions.” She challenged women to dare to be the best at what they do.

The CEO of PETROSOL, Michael Bozumbil, for his part, commented, “Here at PETROSOL, we are proud that women can walk into our organization and feel empowered, free to express their views and showcase their talents. We are pleased that this is the culture we’ve cultivated.”

A key feature of the conference was the panel discussion, which covered a wide array of topics, including career progression, overcoming obstacles, breaking barriers, and creating transformative change through leadership.

The panel discussants included: Dr. Mrs. Stella Agyenim-Boateng, a former Deputy Chief Executive in charge of Services at Volta River Authority (VRA) and currently Vice Chairman of the Public Services Commission; Lawyer Kwame Jantuah, an energy policy strategist and CEO of the African Energy Consortium; as well as Lesley Arthur CEO of Cubica Energy, a Bulk Import, Distribution and Export Oil Trading Company.

A networking reception followed, providing attendees the chance to engage with industry peers and leaders in a supportive and collaborative atmosphere, setting the stage for future partnerships and mentorship opportunities.

As part of its ongoing commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and the empowerment of women within the energy sector and beyond, PETROSOL’s Women in Leadership Conference continues to be a vital initiative in creating opportunities for women to lead with confidence and purpose.

For those who were unable to attend this year’s event, highlights, speaker interviews, and key takeaways will be available on the PETROSOL website and across our social media platforms.

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