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Frank M. Bednar is a seasoned executive with a proven track record in business development, management, and strategy. As a Country Representative at the Belgium Ghana Business Council - BGBC, he has been instrumental in fostering trade and investment between Belgium and Ghana since 2024. Prior to this role, Frank held various leadership positions, including Managing Director at West African Mills Co. Ltd. (FZE) and Consultant at African Retail Services, where he supported the growth of businesses in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Throughout his career, Frank has demonstrated expertise in business strategy, negotiation, and restructuring. He has also honed his skills in finance, administration, research, marketing management, and sales management. Frank holds an MBA from Eberhard-Karls-Universität Tübingen and a degree in Marketing and Strategic Management from Göteborgs universitet.
Frank's proficiency in multiple languages, including German, English, Spanish, and French, has enabled him to navigate complex business environments and build effective relationships with clients and partners. With over 15 years of experience in the industry, Frank is a respected leader and a valuable asset to any organization.
Experience
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Belgium Ghana Business Council - BGBC
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Accra, Ghana
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Country Representative
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Jan 2024 - Present
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Accra, Ghana
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West African Mills Co. Ltd. (FZE)
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Takoradi, Ghana
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Managing Director
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Dec 2013 - Present
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Takoradi, Ghana
- Processing of cocoa beans and shea nuts- Export of semi-finished products (cocoa butter, liquor, cake)
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African Retail Services
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Suttgart, Germany | Accra, Ghana
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Consultant Sub-Sahara Africa
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Oct 2009 - Nov 2013
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Suttgart, Germany | Accra, Ghana
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Praktiker Germany (HO)
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Saarbrücken und Umgebung, Deutschland
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From Assistant to CEO to Managing Director
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Oct 1998 - Sep 2009
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Saarbrücken und Umgebung, Deutschland
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Raab Karcher Germany (HO)
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Frankfurt am Main und Umgebung, Deutschland
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Consultant Eastern Europe
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Oct 1996 - Sep 1998
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Frankfurt am Main und Umgebung, Deutschland
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Education
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1990 - 1996Eberhard-Karls-Universität Tübingen
(MBA), Business Administration and Management -
1993 - 1994Göteborgs universitet
Marketing and Strategic Management -
1993 - 1993Stony Brook University
Operations Research and Statistics -
1987 - 1989Bundeswehr
Army reserve officer (2 years)
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