Georgina Odoom, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Useful Waste Limited, has praised the 2023 Presidential Pitch initiative, highlighting the significant impact it has had on her business.
In a recent interview, Ms. Odoom shared the numerous benefits she has reaped from the grant she secured through the program, emphasizing that it provided her with the leverage needed to expand her growing business.
Ms. Odoom described the Presidential Pitch as a commendable initiative that should be sustained to support emerging businesses in Ghana.
“The grant allowed us to expand our operations by acquiring more materials and waste bins, which has enabled us to serve our customers more efficiently,” she stated.
Since receiving the grant, Useful Waste Limited has extended its services beyond the Prestea-Huni Valley area to include the Amenfi East district.
The company has also grown its client base to over 150 customers and has employed five additional workers, bringing the total number of employees to seventeen.
Reflecting on the broader implications of the Presidential Pitch, Ms. Odoom noted, “This initiative is a vital tool for any nation that is serious about industrialization. I am pleased that the government has recognized this and is taking steps to support young entrepreneurs in building and growing their businesses.
“Useful Waste Limited is an innovative waste collection company in Ghana, committed to revolutionizing the traditional waste management industry. The company aims to provide efficient and eco-friendly waste collection and disposal services, contributing to a greener future for the country. We are Innovative, Timely, and Resourceful,” Ms. Odoom concluded, inviting more people to discover how Useful Waste Limited is making a difference in the waste management sector and how they can be part of the journey toward a sustainable future.
By PROSPER AGBENYEGA