Esua-Mensah has over 25 years of distinguished leadership across finance, governance, entrepreneurship, and institutional transformation in Africa and the UK.

She is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (UK) and holds an MBA from Manchester Business School. Renowned for her commitment to ethical leadership, sustainable development and organisational change, she has consistently delivered impact throughout her career.

Before joining GCIC, Esua-Mensah served as Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Deposit Protection Corporation, where she played a pivotal role in establishing Ghana’s deposit insurance scheme. Her career includes roles such as Group CEO of Media General and Deputy Managing Director of UT Bank, where she led activities in capital-raising, mergers, and organisational restructuring.

She has also made significant contributions to Ashesi, serving on its Board of Directors from 2013 to 2025, including three years as Chair. During her tenure, she worked closely with fellow board members to strengthen governance and advance Ashesi’s mission of fostering ethical leadership and innovation across Africa.