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Bitpace Appoints Nana Yaw Owusu Banahene as Head of Sales, Africa to Drive Market Expansion
Bitpace Appoints Nana Yaw Owusu Banahene as Head of Sales, Africa to Drive Market Expansion
Bitpace, a leading global payment gateway provider, has appointed Nana Yaw Owusu Banahene, a specialist in B2B cross-border payments, as Head of Sales, Africa. Based in Accra, Ghana, he will lead Bitpace's expansion across African markets, supporting businesses with diverse operating models and complex payment requirements.
With expertise in business strategy, management and leadership, digital transformation, and risk management, Banahene will oversee regional sales initiatives, strengthen partnerships, and support African enterprises adopting secure and efficient B2B payment solutions.
Anil Oncu, CEO of Bitpace, said:
"Africa is one of the most dynamic growth regions for digital payments, and we see significant opportunities to support its diverse business landscape. Nana's expertise in managing complex commercial environments and cross-border payments, combined with his strategic vision, will allow Bitpace to deliver market-specific solutions and deepen our presence in the region. His appointment is a critical step in our global expansion plans."
Banahene has held senior roles in the financial services and digital payment sectors, advising multinational organisations on aligning sales, operational, and risk strategies to achieve measurable growth. His experience working across varied regulatory frameworks and leading cross-functional teams positions him to navigate the unique challenges of African markets.
Commenting on his appointment, Banahene said:
"Bitpace's ability to simplify global payments for businesses is a game-changer for Africa's rapidly evolving economies. I am excited to lead the company's sales strategy in the region, building partnerships that empower businesses to transact globally with speed, security, and transparency."
In his new role, he will focus on expanding Bitpace's client base across Africa, creating tailored solutions for industries with complex requirements, building strategic alliances with partners, and ensuring compliance while driving innovation in payments.
Bitpace's expansion into Africa demonstrates its commitment to delivering reliable, scalable solutions that help businesses worldwide benefit from efficient cross-border payments.
About Bitpace
Bitpace is a crypto payment gateway providing seamless and reliable payment solutions. Developed by a team of fintech, payment, and product experts, Bitpace's payment offerings empower businesses to accept crypto from their clients with fewer volatility or liquidity risks. Its diverse services facilitate global settlements in over 70 crypto and 40 fiat currencies for the e-commerce, finance, and real estate sectors. Get paid in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and many more established cryptocurrencies with the Bitpace crypto payment gateway.
Company: Bitpace
Contact Person: Adam Walmsley
Email: adam.walmsley@bitpace.com
Country: United Kingdom
Address: 211 Old St, London EC1V 9NR
Website: https://www.bitpace.com
Bitpace is a crypto payment gateway providing seamless and reliable payment solutions. Developed by a team of fintech, payment, and product experts, Bitpace's payment offerings empower businesses to accept crypto from their clients with fewer volatility or liquidity risks. Its diverse services facilitate global settlements in over 70 crypto and 40 fiat currencies for the e-commerce, finance, and real estate sectors. Get paid in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and many more established cryptocurrencies with the Bitpace crypto payment gateway.
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