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FOUNDER · CLGB
Job Osei Tutu
Buy into the future with hope.
In the bustling heart of Kumasi, where the rhythm of commerce pulses like a living heartbeat, Job Osei Tutu's journey began. A man whose name would one day echo through Ghana's markets as a beacon of hope, integrity, and innovation.
Long before gold entered his story, Job carved his legacy in the telecommunication industry. With a mind sharpened by ambition and hands steadied by diligence, he rose to become Samsung's premium distributor in Ghana. His stores—sprawling emporiums in Kumasi and satellite branches across strategic cities—were temples of technology, where smartphones and screens found their way into countless homes. Year after year, he reigned as Samsung's top seller, a testament to his relentless work ethic. Yet, beneath the accolades, a quiet restlessness stirred.
Enter Daniel Boateng Sarpong, a titan in Ghana's gold industry. Over cups of bitter cocoa tea, Job shared his vision. Daniel listened, his seasoned eyes narrowing in thought. “You're asking to reshape an entire sector,” he said. “But if anyone can do it, Job, it's you.” Their handshake sealed a partnership rooted in trust. Together, they drafted the blueprint for the Chamber of Licensed Gold Buyers (CLGB)—a sanctuary where transparency and solidarity would reign.
Launching CLGB was no small feat. Skeptics doubted. Competitors bristled. Yet Job's unwavering faith and Daniel's industry clout turned tides. They lobbied policymakers, highlighting how structured trade could curb illegal mining and empower communities. Workshops sprouted, training youth in ethical practices; cooperatives formed, ensuring fair prices for small-scale miners. The government took notice, weaving CLGB's insights into national policy.
Job's success was never just about wealth. It was about people. He dreamed of industries where Ghana's youth could thrive, where opportunity wasn't a privilege but a promise. One evening, as the sun dipped below the horizon, he retreated to his favorite spot—a modest chapel on the outskirts of Kumasi. There, in the silence of prayer, clarity struck like lightning. “Bring them together,” a voice within whispered. “Unite the gold buyers. Lift them as one.” Gold trading, a lifeline for many Ghanaians, was fragmented. Licensed buyers operated in isolation, vulnerable to shifting policies and exploitation. Job envisioned a chamber—a collective voice to advocate for fair practices, training, and youth employment.
Today, CLGB stands as a testament to Job's creed. His stores may have sold smartphones, but his true currency was always connection—between people, principles, and progress. Colleagues speak of his calm demeanor in storms, his laughter in adversity, and the Bible perpetually on his desk. “Deal with Job,” they say, “and you deal with honesty incarnate.” As Ghana's gold industry flourishes under CLGB's wing, Job's dream lives on: a nation where youth no longer chase opportunity but shape it, where integrity glimmers brighter than gold. And in his quiet chapel, he still kneels—not to ask, but to give thanks. For the vision, the struggle, and the chance to serve.
Inspired by faith. Forged by diligence. A legacy for Ghana.
CO-FOUNDER · CLGB
Daniel Boateng Sarpong
The world's problems aren't puzzles — they're invitations. And I RSVP 'YES' in bold.
The steam from the bitter cocoa tea curled into the air like a question mark, its earthy aroma mingling with the weight of the moment. Across the table, Job Osei Tutu—a man whose ideas often crackled like lightning—leaned forward, his voice trembling with urgency. “Daniel, this industry… it's chaos. Exploitation, middlemen, no standards. What if we could change it?”
Daniel Boateng Sarpong sipped his tea, the bitterness grounding him. Silence stretched, but Job knew better than to rush a man who'd built empires in the gaps between words. Daniel's mind flickered through decades: the grit of small-scale mining pits, the clink of gold weighed in backroom deals, the roar of Ashanti markets where fortunes were made and lost before noon. He'd seen it all. Survived it all.
Then, the small voice—the one that had whispered to him in studio booths while recording his album Towobo Ansa na Waware, the one that had nudged him to pivot from telecom sales to mining during Ghana's boom. This time, it was clearer: “This isn't just an idea. It's a legacy.”
Job's vision was audacious: a Chamber of Licensed Gold Buyers (CLGB)—a unified force to advocate for Ghana's gold traders, enforce ethics, and empower local miners. To Daniel, it echoed his life's rhythm: order forged from chaos. He'd done it before, turning Santasi Roundabout into a gold hub. He'd done it mentoring Solani Global, transforming a startup into an award-winning titan. But this? This was bigger. “You're asking me to build a system,” Daniel said finally, his voice low. “Not just a business.” Job nodded.
Daniel was no stranger to storms. As a boy hawking goods in Kwahu Pepease, he'd learned to read markets like tides. As a territorial salesman for Onetouch Mobile, he'd outmaneuvered rivals with guerrilla tactics. As a miner, he'd navigated red tape and rogue excavators. But the CLGB was different—a chance to anchor an entire industry. He leaned into his strengths: The Strategist—drafting frameworks to unify buyers, miners, and regulators. The Bridge—leveraging partnerships with giants like AU Resources Ltd to inject credibility. The Mentor—rallying young entrepreneurs, just as he'd done with Gilded Gold and Purity Group. “This chamber isn't about us,” he told Job. “It's about the miner in Manso who's hustling daily. The trader in Wa, Kumasi, Tarkwa, Asanko, Dunkwao who lacks fair pricing. That's the legacy.”
According to Merriam-Webster, an alchemist is someone who transforms things for the better. Daniel's journey had always been one of reinvention: from musician to miner—his album Ananse DE.G taught him storytelling; mining taught him resilience. From salesman to savant: selling phones honed his hustle; brokering gold deals sharpened his instincts. From entrepreneur to elder: now, he wasn't just building businesses—he was building systems. Yet even as the CLGB took root, his mind raced ahead. Late nights were spent scribbling tech blueprints—a solution to track gold from pit to port, blockchain-backed, transparent. “The future,” he mused, “is where ethics meet innovation.”
Today, the CLGB stands as a testament to that fateful tea-stained conversation, now injecting integrity into Ghana's gold veins. But for Daniel, it's just the beginning. “Legacies aren't built in boardrooms,” he says, eyes glinting with the fire of a man halfway up a new mountain. “They're built in the quiet moments—when you choose the bitter truth over sweet complacency.” As Ghana's gold glimmers brighter on the global stage, Daniel Boateng Sarpong is already coding his next act: a tech venture poised to revolutionize ethical sourcing. Because for him, every ending is a prologue.
Connect with Daniel: Forged in gold, focused on tomorrow. Let's build legacies.
ACTING CEO · CLGB
Kwaku Amoah
Communication, Strategy and Business Development Consultant
Kwaku is your consummate business development professional. He has over a decade of experience in the banking sector and in speaking engagements across the industry. His experience cuts across various areas within the financial sector.
Among a number of achievements, Kwaku has delivered presentations and speeches for and on behalf of organizations he has consulted for. He has earned a reputation within the industry for delivering presentations that have won organizations high-end projects.
He is currently an Associate Business Consultant with the Office of the Receiver under the Central Bank of Ghana. Before his current position he was the Group Head, Business Development at CDH Financial Holdings.
Experience & Roles
- Office of the Receiver, Central Bank of Ghana — Associate Business Consultant (current)
- CDH Financial Holdings — Group Head, Business Development
- Canal Group; Bank of Africa (Ghana) — business development, retail banking, risk management
- Amalgamated Bank (Ghana); Cocoa Processing Company; GCB Bank
- Consultant and trainer: strategic management, public communication, credit analysis, business negotiation, value creation, financial analysis, innovation management, CRM, sales and product development
Qualifications
- EMBA in Project Management (in progress) — Middlesex University, Dubai
- Bachelor of Science, specialising in Insurance
- Certificate in Cost Management Accounting — Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)