Fidelity Bank Ghana appoints Kwabena Boateng as New Deputy Managing Director of Wholesale Banking
Fidelity Bank Ghana has announced the appointment of Mr. Kwabena Boateng as its new Deputy Managing Director in charge of Wholesale Banking, effective October 1, 2024.
Mr. Boateng brings over two decades of extensive banking experience to this new role, further enhancing the bank’s leadership team. Before this appointment, he served as Divisional Director for Corporate and Institutional Banking at Fidelity Bank, where he played a crucial role in the strategic growth and development of the bank’s corporate banking portfolio.
Since joining Fidelity Bank in 2017, Mr. Boateng has demonstrated exceptional leadership, achieving impressive results while aligning with the bank’s overall strategy. His banking career spans over 20 years, including various leadership positions at Standard Chartered Bank, where he was the Executive Director and Head of Commercial Banking, as well as the General Manager of SME Banking.
In addition to his banking experience, Mr. Boateng began his career as a civil engineer, successfully managing major road construction projects across Ghana.
Commenting on his appointment, Mr. Julian Opuni, Managing Director of Fidelity Bank Ghana, said, “Kwabena brings a wealth of experience, strategic insight, and a proven track record of leadership excellence to this role. His comprehensive understanding of the banking landscape, coupled with his focus on innovation and customer-centricity, makes him the ideal candidate to drive our wholesale banking agenda forward. I am delighted to appoint him and look forward to his continued success in enhancing our banking services.”
Mr. Boateng expressed his gratitude for the opportunity, stating, “I am deeply honoured by this appointment and grateful for the confidence shown in me by the Board and Management of Fidelity Bank. It is a privilege to lead the Wholesale Banking Division during this pivotal moment in our transformation and growth. I look forward to collaborating with my talented colleagues to deliver exceptional value to our clients and contribute to the overall growth of the bank.”
Kwabena Boateng holds an MBA in Finance from the University of Ghana, Legon, and a BSc in Civil Engineering from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). He has also attended the Executive Programme at Harvard Kennedy School. His extensive banking expertise, along with strong leadership and interpersonal skills, positions him well to drive the bank’s strategic initiatives.
Fidelity Bank Ghana congratulates Kwabena Boateng on his well-deserved appointment and wishes him every success in his new role.
