Koco D’Luv Enterprise’s Marian Gebara named Ghana’s ‘Most Outstanding Female Entrepreneur’ in food processing

One of Ghana’s respected female entrepreneurs and the Chief Executive Officer of Koco D’Luv Enterprise, Marian A.M. Gebara, has been honoured as Ghana’s Most Outstanding Female Entrepreneur in Food Processing at the 10th Feminine Ghana Achievement Awards 2025, held at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC).

The recognition celebrates her visionary leadership and dedication to transforming traditional food production methods into modern, mechanised processes, ensuring both quality and consistency in her company’s products.

Koco D’Luv Enterprise is renowned for producing high-quality plantain chips, sourcing the finest plantains directly from Ghanaian farms. The brand has become a household name and is expanding its reach beyond Ghana’s borders, with a focus on exports and international markets.

The Feminine Ghana Achievement Awards, organised by The Business Executive Group Limited, is designed to publicly recognise women who have excelled in various professional fields across both public and private sectors, including entrepreneurship, public service, corporate leadership, traditional authority, and diplomacy.

Winning the award also inducts Marian Gebara into the elite network of “She Achievers”, an exclusive platform of top female CEOs and past award winners. The initiative promotes collaboration, women’s empowerment, and amplifies female voices on social and policy matters of national interest.

Speaking at the event after receiving the award, Ms Gebara expressed heartfelt gratitude to God, her family, and her dedicated team at Koco D’Luv for their continued support.

“This honour reflects my commitment to delivering the highest standards of customer satisfaction and setting a benchmark for others to follow. I thank our loyal customers and retail partners who have been part of this journey,” she stated.

“I believe in hard work and service to humanity. It is important in our line of work to strive to reach and maintain the highest possible standards. I will continue to give my best to our clients with love and care. This is a big win for us all,” she added joyfully.

Koco D’Luv is increasingly positioning itself as a leader in Ghana’s manufacturing sector, building a brand based on trust, quality, and social impact.

About Marian A.M. Gebara

Marian Gebara is the founder and CEO of Koco D’Luv Enterprise, a snack processing company specialising in turning fresh plantains into crisp, flavourful chips. With 15 years of experience in television production, she successfully transitioned into the culinary space, driven by a passion for food and storytelling.

Her media career includes two award-winning cookery TV programmes—Asanka Delight and Edziban, aired on TV3 Network, where she developed strong skills in branding, marketing, and public engagement.

By founding Koco D’Luv, Marian combined her expertise in media and consumer engagement with her commitment to social impact.

The company not only delivers exceptional snacks but also empowers local farmers and women by providing stable employment and vocational training.

Her long-term vision is to see Koco D’Luv become West Africa’s leading food processor, driving economic growth, creating jobs, and contributing to a more sustainable and equitable food industry.

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