IN SHORT

Karen Akiwumi-Tanoh had to overcome some big challenges early in life, choosing to fight and thrive rather than the alternative. After carving out what may be one of Africa’s boldest, most action-packed banking careers, she’s now sharing that valuable experience through her role as Board Chairperson with First Atlantic Bank. “You have to be flexible yet single-minded in your focus, prepared for anything that might happen along the way.”