Frank Koomson | Sustainability Entrepreneur, GreenTech Innovator & Youth Development Leader

Recent Activities

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Co-host · AYC 2026

African Youth Conference 2026 — Co-hosting

Frank as Co-host of the African Youth Conference on Natural Resources & Environmental Governance, organised by SYND Ghana.

2026

Speaker · GYEM & Pulitzer Center · 2025

YouthOvaFashionWaste 2025 — Speaking

Frank as speaker at the YouthOvaFashionWaste Campaign Webinar on Fashion Waste Policy, Frameworks & Governance.

2025

Global Operations · Active

Global Operations Associate — The HuD Group

Coordinating a network of 27 Country CEOs worldwide, aligning strategic programs and driving cross-border operational excellence.

June 2024 — Present

Ambassador · Agribusiness e-Academy

Agribusiness e-Academy Ambassador

Selected as Ambassador to mobilise youth across rural and urban Ghana in climate-smart agriculture and agribusiness digital learning.

July 2025 — Present

Award · Seed Funded · 2022

ACAIC 2022 — 2nd Place & Seed Funding

The Waste Gobbler team won 2nd place and GHS 10,000 seed funding at the African Climate Adaptation and Innovation Challenge.

2022

Delegate · UNDP Ghana · Rwanda

YouthConnekt Africa Summit 2024

Represented UNDP Ghana at the YouthConnekt Africa Summit in Kigali, Rwanda — engaging continental leaders on youth governance and sustainable development.

2024

About Me

A multidimensional leader. One clear purpose.

I'm Frank Abeiku Koomson — a Ghanaian sustainability entrepreneur, GreenTech innovator, nonprofit founder, and youth development leader operating across multiple sectors with one unifying thread: turning ideas into lasting, scalable impact.

As Founder and Executive Director of SWK Ghana, I lead a youth-focused nonprofit tackling environmental sustainability, circular economy, agribusiness, community development, and technology — with a vision to scale across Africa by 2035. My flagship GreenTech innovation, the SWK Taka Kipawa App (meaning "Waste is a Gift" in Swahili), is a digital waste management and upcycling marketplace connecting households, waste contractors, and recyclers.

Concurrently, I serve as Global Operations Associate at The HuD Group, overseeing a network of 27 Country CEOs worldwide. I'm also a Programs Coordinator at The Shadrach Fellowship, a Youth Mentor at the Emerging Young Corporate Leaders Fellowship (EYCLF), and an Ambassador at the GIZ/EU-funded Agribusiness e-Academy — mobilising youth in climate-smart agriculture.

I hold a BA in Geography & Resource Development with Political Science from the University of Ghana (GPA 3.63/4.00) and completed Backend Web Development training at MEST Africa in 2024, where I built the Taka Kipawa App during the GROW Program.

What I Do

GreenTech & Circular Economy

Building digital tools and platforms that transform waste into opportunity

Youth Development

Leadership, entrepreneurship, and mentorship programs for young Africans

Policy Advocacy

Youth voice in climate governance, waste policy, and sustainable development

Agribusiness & Food Systems

Connecting youth to climate-smart agriculture, food security, and agri-tech

Web Development

React, Node.js, MongoDB — building platforms for social and environmental impact

Global Operations

Strategic coordination across 27-country networks and international programs

Current Roles

Founder & Executive Director — SWK Ghana
Global Operations Associate — The HuD Group (27 Country CEOs)
Programs Coordinator — The Shadrach Fellowship
Ambassador — Agribusiness e-Academy (GIZ/EU-funded)
Youth Mentor — Emerging Young Corporate Leaders Fellowship
Consortium Member — YoGSEC (Young Green & Sustainability Entrepreneurs)
Aspiring Leader — GracedLife Leadership Centre (TGLC), Cohort 2028

Education

BA Geography & Resource Development + Political Science — University of Ghana (2017–2021), GPA: 3.63 / 4.00
Backend Web Development — MEST Africa, Generation Ghana & Mastercard Foundation (Sep–Nov 2024)

Connect With Me

LinkedIn GitHub SWK Ghana Medium 𝕏 Twitter/X Email

Memberships & Networks

YoGSEC Consortium — Young Green & Sustainability Entrepreneurs
Youth Climate Council Ghana
YOUNGO (Youth Constituency, UNFCCC)
SDG7 Youth Constituency
Alliance for Empowering Rural Communities

Undergraduate Research · University of Ghana · 2021

BA Dissertation — First Class Honours

Crime Mapping and Hot-Spot Analysis of Prevalent Crimes in Amasaman, Ga West Municipality, Accra

GPA: 3.63 / 4.00 · First Class Honours Geography & Resource Development Political Science 2021

Abstract

This dissertation assessed and mapped the spatial distribution of prevalent crimes in Amasaman, Ga West Municipality, using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and crime hot-spot analysis techniques. The study examined crime patterns across residential, commercial, and peri-urban zones, identifying the geographic concentrations of criminal activity and the socio-environmental factors driving them. The research contributes an evidence-based spatial framework for informing community policing strategies, local government planning, and resource allocation in rapidly urbanising Ghanaian municipalities.

Methodology

GIS crime mapping, hot-spot analysis, field surveys, geographic coordinate collection

Study Area

Amasaman, Ga West Municipality, Greater Accra Region, Ghana

Key Tools

Remote sensing, spatial data analysis, crime hot-spot mapping, community surveys

Application

Urban planning, community policing strategy, local government resource allocation

Projects & Portfolio

Built, deployed, and creating impact.

Spanning GreenTech, community platforms, backend systems, and nonprofit digital infrastructure.

All on GitHub

Flagship Innovation

Live Demo on YouTube

GreenTech · Circular Economy · Marketplace

SWK Taka Kipawa App

A digital waste management and upcycling marketplace. "Taka Kipawa" means Waste is a Gift in Swahili. Connects households, waste contractors, and recyclers — with smart collection scheduling, a circular economy marketplace, and an educational sustainability hub. Built during the GROW Program by MEST Africa, Generation Ghana, and Mastercard Foundation.

Built at GROW Program — MEST Africa, Generation Ghana & Mastercard Foundation · Piloting in Ga West, Ghana

Live Platform

React · Nonprofit Platform

SWK Ghana Website

Full React/Vite web platform for SWK Ghana deployed on Vercel. Includes SWK Marketplace for young green entrepreneurs, YouTube integration, Cloudinary photo gallery, blog, and Paystack donation integration.

2nd Place · Seed Funded

Climate Innovation · Renewable Energy

The Waste Gobbler Project

Solar-powered ocean waste interception system retrieving 10,000+ metric tonnes of municipal solid waste from the Korle Lagoon annually. Won 2nd place and seed funding at ACAIC 2022.

Frank Koomson — Videography & Digital Storytelling

Web Development

Personal Portfolio Website

Modern, responsive portfolio site with smooth animations, dark mode, and an editorial layout. Built with HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.

Backend Development

RESTful API Platform

A backend API project demonstrating RESTful architecture and database integration. Features authentication, data modelling, and MongoDB integration built on Node.js and Express.

Experience

A decade of leadership across sectors.

From community governance to global operations — a track record built on commitment, results, and cross-sector experience.

Download Full CV Download Resume

2024
— Now

Founder & Executive Director

SWK Ghana

Founded and lead a youth-focused nonprofit driving sustainable development, green entrepreneurship, agribusiness, and community empowerment across Ghana, with a vision to scale across Africa by 2035. Built and launched the SWK Taka Kipawa App and the SWK Marketplace for young green entrepreneurs.

Active

2024
— Now

Global Operations Associate

The HuD Group

Overseeing and coordinating a network of 27 Country CEOs worldwide. Ensuring operational efficiency and executing strategic programs in close collaboration with the Global CEO.

Active

2025
— Now

Ambassador

Agribusiness e-Academy (GIZ/EU-funded)

Mobilising rural and urban youth to access free climate-smart agriculture and agribusiness courses. Alongside Ernestina Gyamfi (SWK Programme Coordinator), championing digital learning and practical application across communities.

Frank Koomson — Agribusiness e-Academy Ambassador

Active

2023
— 2025

Youth Sounding Board Member

UNDP Ghana

Advised UNDP Ghana on youth engagement in sustainable development programs. Represented Ghana at the YouthConnekt Africa Summit in Kigali, Rwanda (2024).

Frank at YouthConnekt Africa Summit, Kigali Convention Centre, Rwanda 2024

2024
— 2025

Local Pathways Fellow

UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN)

Global youth-led sustainable development network, strengthening local climate and SDG action in Ghana.

2022
— 2023

Program Coordinator

B. Inspired with Stories from Africa (B.ISA)

Grew LinkedIn following by 300% (1,000 to 3,000+) and YouTube from 318 to 1,900+ subscribers. Coordinated 5 major events including climate storytelling competitions and webinars.

Frank filming with Canon camera at B.ISA event

2022
— 2023

Stakeholder Engagement Officer

Waste Gobbler Project / UNIYIA

Led community and stakeholder engagement for Ghana's ACAIC prize-winning solar-powered ocean waste interception project. Engaged EPA on permits and mobilised Ablekuma South Sub-Metro communities.

Waste Gobbler team with ACAIC prize cheque — GHS 10,000 seed funding

2nd Place — ACAIC 2022

2022
— 2023

President

Ghana National Service Personnel Association (NASPA), Ga West

Led a multi-university association of national service personnel. Organised financial literacy and Microsoft Excel training programs. Partnered with YVLG for International Youth Day impacting 100+ youth. Donated computer and internet infrastructure to the National Service Secretariat.

NASPA Ga West team in national service uniform

2021
— 2022

Development Control Officer (National Service)

Ga West Municipal Assembly

Served at the Physical Planning Department, assessing development applications and assisting in the development permit issuance process.

Awards & Recognition

Internationally recognised.
Community-rooted.

ACAIC 2022 prize — Waste Gobbler team with GHS 10,000 seed funding cheque

Frank at UNDP Ghana — Youth Sounding Board

Frank at international sustainability conference

2022

2nd Runner-Up & Seed Funding Winner

African Climate Adaptation and Innovation Challenge (ACAIC), 3 E's 4 Africa e.V. — Waste Gobbler Project team

2024–2025

Local Pathways Fellowship

UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN)

2025

Aspire Leaders Program

Aspire Institute — Harvard Business School

2023–2025

Youth Sounding Board Member

UNDP Ghana — Youth policy advisory role

2024

YouthConnekt Africa Delegate

Kigali, Rwanda — representing UNDP Ghana

2024

GROW Program Graduate

MEST Africa, Generation Ghana & Mastercard Foundation — Taka Kipawa App

2023

Global Youth Climate Training (Net Zero)

Global Youth Coalition & Oxford University

2024

Cohort 8 President

Aequitas Experience, Aequitas Foundation

2024

Web Development Excellence Award

MEST Africa & Generation Ghana (Mastercard Foundation)

Certifications & Courses

Global Energy & Climate Policy Global Youth Climate Training (Oxford) Green Digital Skills — INCO Academy Junior Web Developer Certificate Web Development Fundamentals Entrepreneurship & Innovation: Web Dev Data Analysis — Microsoft Excel (Coursera) Agile Project Management (Coursera) Project Management Certificate Program Evaluation for Nonprofits Storytelling & Influencing (Coursera) Global Diplomacy (Coursera) Climate Leader Certificate Research Methods (Coursera) MEST x GROW Award Certificate UN Certificate Nestlé Sustainability E-Learning AI Career Essentials — ALX Generative AI for Project Managers (PMI) Innovation, Creativity & Entrepreneurship — NBSSI

Contact

Let's build something meaningful.

Open to partnerships, speaking invitations, consulting, and collaboration — especially where sustainability, technology, and youth empowerment intersect.

Email frank.koomson@localpathways.org

Phone +233 (0) 206 634 459

LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/frank-koomson

GitHub github.com/Frank0751

SWK Ghana swkghana.org

Medium medium.com/@frank.koomson

Services Available

ESG & Sustainability Writing and Consulting

GreenTech Product Development

Youth Leadership Programme Design

Program & Operations Management

Web Development (React, Node.js, MongoDB)

Digital Storytelling & Campaign Strategy

Speaking Engagements & Panel Sessions

Policy Advocacy & Research

Based in Accra, Ghana. Available for remote collaboration globally and in-person across West Africa. Timezone: GMT+0.

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Frank
Koomson

A multidimensional leader. One clear purpose.