Nana Appiah Mensah
- Real name: Nana Appiah Mensah
- Birthday: May 16, 1985
- Nationality: Ghanaian
- Star sign: Taurus
- Occupation: Entrepreneur
- Height: 5'6" or 1.67m
- Net Worth: $50 million
Nana Appiah Mensah, also known as NAM1, is a prominent Ghanaian entrepreneur and philanthropist. He is widely recognised for his contributions to the entertainment and business sectors.
Nana Appiah Mensah's innovative mindset and dedication to making a positive impact have solidified his position as a prominent figure in Ghana's entrepreneurial landscape. He was the CEO of the defunct Ghana-based multimedia entertainment company Zylofon Media and Menzgold Ghana.
Early Life
Nana Appiah Mensah was born on May 16, 1985, in Accra, Ghana. The businessman’s mother is a successful business executive, Susie Ivy Brew, while his father is a banker named Napoleon Mensah Abrompah. He has a sister named Benedicta Appiah.
He attended Adisadel College and later joined the University of Ghana, where he got his first degree. While on campus, the entrepreneur studied Economics and Business Management, Finance, Mining, Environmental Studies, Psychology, Law, African and World History and Theology.
Career
Nana Appiah Mensah embarked on his entrepreneurial journey by establishing various businesses to revolutionise the entertainment industry. He founded the multimedia company that played a pivotal role in promoting Ghanaian talent and expanding the creative industry, Zylofon Media, in 2016.
Through Zylofon Media, Nana Appiah Mensah introduced innovative platforms that allowed artists, musicians, and filmmakers to showcase their talents globally. Some notable musicians he signed to the company included Shatta Wale, Stonebwoy, Becca, Kumi Guitar, and Joyce Blessing. The company also signed other movie stars, such as Benedicta Gafah, Toosweet Annan, and Nana Appiah until its collapse in 2019.
In addition to his involvement in the entertainment sector, Nana Appiah Mensah ventured into other industries, including gold trading and real estate. He founded his gold-dealing company, Menzgold, in 2014. The company bought, sold, exported, and stored gold, silver, diamonds, and other valuable minerals through a Bullion Banking system.
His company, Menzgold, unfortunately, was shut down in September 2018 by the Ghana Securities and Exchange Commission. The entrepreneur owned and ran other companies, including Zylofon Art Complex, Brew Marketing Consult, Star Mad Football Club, Zylofon Music and Media Company Limited, Brew Energy Company Limited and G. Tech Automobile Service.
Nana Appiah Mensah was also known for his philanthropic initiatives to uplift and empower individuals and communities. Through his Zylofon Arts Fund, he provided financial support to aspiring artists, musicians, and filmmakers. He also demonstrated his commitment to community development by initiating projects focusing on education, healthcare, and social welfare.
Family and Children
Nana Appiah Mensah is a married man with one child. His wife is an entrepreneur named Rose Appiah Mensah. She is the CEO of a high-class boutique and fashion shop, Rozzy’s Collection. The couple welcomed their first son, Jedidiah, on 15 September 2020.
Net Worth
Nana Appiah Mensah's successful ventures, strategic investments, and entrepreneurial achievements have contributed to his financial success and elevated his standing as one of Ghana's notable entrepreneurs. He has an alleged net worth of $50 million.
