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Hello, I’m Michael Marmah Martey. I’m a dynamic brand strategist and youth advocate with a passion for culture-led community transformation. I design and lead strategic campaigns, foster youth leadership, and manage international cultural programs that drive visibility and sustainable impact. I thrive in cross-cultural collaborations and donor-funded initiatives, merging creative innovation with governance to empower communities and elevate organizational goals.
Based in Accra, I enjoy mentoring emerging leaders, building partnerships across Africa and beyond, and using arts and culture to catalyze social change. I’m motivated by turning ideas into tangible outcomes and helping teams navigate complex projects with clarity, empathy, and strategic rigor.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
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Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Campaign Coordinator at UK Fraud Department & EOCO
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Coordinated national awareness campaign; designed outreach strategies and managed all merchandise.
Co-Founder at Yenkasa (Let’s Talk) Project
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Co-founded youth support platform for young women to share challenges; empowered 200+ participants with self-care and mentorship tools.
Project Manager at African Choral & Gospel Championship
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Managed international youth music festival with 500+ participants; oversaw logistics, branding, and cross-cultural exchanges.
Lead Brand Specialist at MARJEN Ghana
September 1, 2019 - PresentProvides strategic leadership on brand positioning, market presence, and creative campaigns. Manages 30+ branding projects across digital, print, and cultural platforms, boosting visibility by 40%. Oversees cross-functional teams in campaign execution, community engagement, and stakeholder relations. Designed KPI-driven strategies that improved brand recognition and stakeholder confidence.
Brand Manager & Strategist (Freelance) at Ghana
June 1, 2016 - August 1, 2019Developed branding campaigns for IOM (UN Migration Ghana), UNICEF Ghana, UNFPA Accra, First National Bank Ghana, SuperLock Technologies (West & East Africa), Anglicare Australia, NYU Arts Department, and Social Enterprise Working Against Malaria. Supported international cultural and youth programs such as African Choral & Gospel Championship (ACGC). Delivered creative communications strategies enhancing visibility for both corporate and non-profit brands.
Assistant Accountant at Controller and Accountant General’s Department (CAGD), Accra
June 1, 2014 - May 1, 2016Recorded and reconciled financial transactions, supporting internal and external audits. Maintained compliance with accounting standards and financial regulations. Provided monthly reports that supported financial decision-making.
Coordinator at NYU Africa House Collaboration
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011Coordinated Africa–U.S. cultural projects to bridge governance and cultural understanding.
Education
Project Management at International Business Management Institute, Berlin
January 1, 2025 - January 14, 2026Innovation Management at International Business Management Institute, Berlin
January 1, 2025 - January 14, 2026Global Governance at International Business Management Institute, Berlin
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024AI-Driven Digital Marketing Strategies at Online
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Business Management at CEIBS, Accra
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023Brand Design at Advanced IT Institute, Accra
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016Credit Risk Management at National Banking College, Accra
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013BFA (Painting) at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology, Kumasi
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009Computer Information Systems at Centre for IT Institute, Accra
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004Project Management at International Business Management Institute, Berlin
January 1, 2025 - January 14, 2026Innovation Management at International Business Management Institute, Berlin
January 1, 2025 - January 14, 2026Global Governance at International Business Management Institute, Berlin
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024AI-Driven Digital Marketing Strategies at Online
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Business Management at CEIBS, Accra
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023Brand Design at Advanced IT Institute, Accra
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016Credit Risk Management at National Banking College, Accra
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013BFA (Painting) at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology, Kumasi
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009Computer Information Systems at Centre for IT Institute, Accra
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004Qualifications
Project Management Certification
January 1, 2025 - January 14, 2026Innovation Management Certification
January 1, 2025 - January 14, 2026Global Governance Certification
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024AI-Driven Digital Marketing Strategies Certification
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Credit Risk Management Certification
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013Brand Design Certification
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Government
Experience Level
Expert
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Expert
Expert
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Intermediate
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