Asante Professionals Club-USA Celebrates Milestone 5th Annual Conference in Virginia
Asante Professionals Club (APC-USA) marks its 5th Annual Conference with a Fusion of Culture and a call for Asante development in Virginia, United States.
The Asante Professionals Club-USA, a premier network of Ghanaian professionals committed to excellence, heritage, and community development, hosted its milestone 5th Annual Conference in Woodbridge, Virginia, from August 8 to 10.
The event brought together professionals, entrepreneurs, academics, and community leaders from across the United States, Canada, and Ghana, marking a significant chapter in the club’s growing legacy.
This year’s theme, “Celebrating five years of Impactful Service”, underscored the club’s mission to combine professional achievement with the preservation of Asante cultural values.
The conference featured:
•Keynote Speeches from accomplished leaders in business, academia, and civic engagement
•Panel Discussions on entrepreneurship, leadership, and community empowerment
•Youth & Mentorship Forum linking young professionals with seasoned mentors
•Cultural Gala Night celebrating the richness of Asante’s tradition
Speaking at the opening session, Ms. Barbara Acheampong, President of the Asante Professionals Club-USA, noted:
“This milestone gathering is proof that our culture and our careers can thrive side by side. We are building bridges, between generations, between continents, and between our roots and our dreams.”
Hon. Asenso Boakye, the Member of Parliament for Bantama Constituency in Ghana and the founder of the Asante Professional Club, in his speech, called for the need for Asantes in the Diaspora to support Asanteman Development.
The Black tie Gala Night was a standout moment, with guests in regal outfits enjoying performances of cultural drumming, dance, and a live performance by the Virginia-based Forever Friend’s band.
Awards were presented to distinguished members and community partners who have demonstrated exceptional service, leadership, and cultural advocacy.
Mrs. Agatha Awuah, a first-time attendee from Maryland, described the experience as: “A powerful reminder that no matter where we are in the world, the Asante spirit of unity, dignity, and progress continues to guide us.”
The conference concluded with commitments to expand mentorship initiatives, develop professional networking platforms, and increase community outreach efforts in both the U.S. and Ghana.
