(Ecofin Agency) - Groupe Empire will organize, on January 11 at Novotel Hotel, a ceremony to reward the best business leaders of Benin. The first edition of Benin CEO Awards will reward 15 business leaders from various sectors of activity who contributed to the development of the country in 2019 through innovative initiatives with high economic and social impact.

“These models of managers were evaluated based on criteria that include tax payment as well as the performance and visibility of the businesses they lead,” explains Odilon Gbaguidi, consultant to the independent firm in charge of the ranking.

“We invite all leaders, economic leaders, and the media to join us in rewarding these winners of managerial excellence in Benin,” said Ulrich Adjovi, CEO of Groupe Empire.

Conferences and other activities will also be organized to foster experience sharing between local SMEs and international business representatives specially invited for the event.

Servan Ahougnon