Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel appoints first Ghanaian General Manager
The Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra has appointed Mr. Isaac Okpoti Adjei as its General Manager, making him the first Ghanaian to hold the position since the hotel began operations in 2011.
Mr. Adjei's appointment marks a significant moment in the history of the hotel, which is part of the Accor Group and located in Accra’s central business district. The property was originally built in the 1950s as the Ambassador Hotel and later redeveloped into a modern five-star facility under the Mövenpick brand.
He brings over 20 years of experience within the Accor network, beginning his career at Novotel Accra. Over the years, he has held various roles across Operations, Commercial, and Learning & Development, and has worked on projects across Africa and the Caribbean. He is also a Certified Accor Trainer.
Mr. Adjei was part of the hotel’s pre-opening team in 2011 and played a key role in establishing operational standards. Since returning to Ghana after international assignments, he has served in several executive roles, including Executive Assistant Manager, before his elevation to General Manager.
He holds a First-Class degree in Social Sciences from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), a Master of Philosophy in French from the University of Ghana, a Bachelor of Laws from the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA), and a Qualifying Certificate of Law from the Ghana School of Law.
Commenting on the appointment, Paul Stevens, Chief Operating Officer for the Middle East, Africa & Turkey at Accor, said: “We are delighted to see Isaac take on this important leadership role. His deep understanding of the brand, passion for service, and exceptional credentials make him a natural fit to guide Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra into its next chapter of excellence.”
Mr. Adjei is married with two sons and has a professional interest in leadership development and team well-being.
His appointment reflects Accor’s stated commitment to promoting local talent and leadership across its operations.