Albert Nii Ayi Tagoe, Head of Finance and Investment at the Ghana Commodity Exchange, has been honoured for his contributions to financial literacy at the 9th edition of the Forty Under 40 Awards held on September 5, 2025.

The recognition underscores his impact in translating more than a decade of experience in financial management into creative works that are shaping the business and personal finance landscape in Ghana. Tagoe has authored three influential books — How to Raise Capital for Your Startup Business, Money Health, and Money Behaviour — which have reached thousands through masterclasses, workshops, media engagements, and community outreach.

Beyond publishing, he has served as a trainer, lecturer, and mentor, promoting financial empowerment across Ghana. His efforts have also included the donation of more than 600 copies of his books to universities, schools, churches and community groups to support financial literacy.

The Forty Under 40 Awards, organised by Xodus Communications Limited at the Labadi Beach Hotel with support from the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, is designed to identify and celebrate individuals under 40 making significant contributions to their industries. The scheme is widely regarded as a benchmark of excellence in leadership, innovation and sustainability.

Tagoe expressed gratitude after receiving the award. “I remain grateful for the opportunity to inspire and impact through my writing. The feedback from readers have been most inspiring. I must say God bless you all,” he said.

The award adds to a growing list of accolades for Tagoe, who has been recognised both locally and internationally for his work in finance, authorship and mentorship. At the Ghana Commodity Exchange, he has led major financial strategies, including facilitating warehouse receipt and aggregation financing for rural banks, aggregators and smallholder farmers. His leadership has also contributed to a sharp rise in GCX’s profitability.

His profile also includes work with the World Bank and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), where he has delivered nationwide training on agricultural financing. He is a Chartered Global Management Accountant, a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana, and holds an MBA in Finance with Distinction from Coventry University in the UK.