Marcia Ashong is a

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recognized for her role in advocating for women representation in boardrooms. She is the executive director of The Boardroom Africa (TBR Africa), and Brace Energy.

Early life and education

Marcia was born in the United Kingdom to a Fante family. She attended the

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and attained a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations & Political Science. She also studied at the

University of Exeter , mottoeng = "We Follow the Light" , established = 1838 - St Luke's College1855 - Exeter School of Art1863 - Exeter School of Science 1955 - University of Exeter (received royal charter) , type = Public , ...

and attained an LLB Hons.(Law) and at the

University of Dundee , mottoeng = "My soul doth magnify the Lord" , established = 1967 – gained independent university status by Royal Charter1897 – Constituent college of the University of St Andrews1881 – University College , ...

where she attained a Master of Laws (LLM) in Energy Law and Policy.

Career

Marcia Ashong is the founder and executive director of The Boardroom Africa (TBR Africa) and Brace Energy. In 2017, she was named in Ghana's 20 Top Under 40 business leaders. In 2010, she established the Ghana Oil Club (GOC), a body that enables petroleum and energy professionals to deliberate on Ghana's petroleum and energy sectors. In June 2020, Ashong was featured in the

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''Polaris'' catalogue, under the Amplified series for humanities and innovation, she was interviewed alongside others from around the world.

Achievements

* Human Rights Fellowship Winner.

References

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