Alhassan Iddrisu Danaa joins GCB Bank as Executive Head of Commercial & Business Banking

GCB Bank PLC (GCB) has announced the appointment of Alhassan Iddrisu Danaa as Executive Head of Commercial & Business Banking, with responsibility for driving strategic growth, governance, and market positioning of the bank’s Commercial & Business Banking portfolio.

Mr. Danaa brings over 17 years of leadership experience in Ghana’s financial sector, with expertise spanning platform-based service delivery, value chain-aligned product development, and risk oversight.

He is also recognised for championing equity and diversity in the workplace, particularly through mentorship and succession programmes that have increased gender representation in senior banking roles.

Prior to joining GCB Bank, he served in executive and senior capacities at Stanbic Bank, United Bank for Africa, Sahel Sahara Bank, and International Commercial Bank, managing commercial, public sector, and corporate banking portfolios.

His leadership style blends technical proficiency with people-focused management, reflecting his belief that sustainable success is built on both innovative platforms and supportive systems for talent growth.

Welcoming him to GCB Bank, Managing Director Farihan Alhassan said: “Alhassan’s strong track record in commercial and corporate banking, combined with his ability to inspire teams and foster innovation, positions him well to drive the next phase of growth in this critical segment of our business.

“We are confident that his inclusion strengthens our team and offers huge opportunities for growth to our Commercial & Business Banking units. This will, undoubtedly, strengthen GCB’s position as a trusted partner for businesses in Ghana and beyond.”

Mr. Danaa holds an MBA in Finance from the University of Ghana, with additional executive education at Henley Business School, South Africa, and the University of Cambridge – Judge Business School, UK. He is currently pursuing the LEAD programme at Stanford Graduate School of Business.

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