About Pomank

* Since 1984 *

Our Story

The Pomank Ventures story began in the mid-1970s when the enterprising Mr. Charles Opoku Amankwaa started his trading journey in Kumasi. What began as a modest venture quickly flourished due to his unwavering commitment to quality and exceptional service. Within a year of starting his trading business, Mr. Amankwaa established himself as an independent trader, creating vital trade routes between Kumasi and Sampa in the Bono and Ahafo Regions bordering Ivory Coast.

The 1980s marked a transformative period as Mr. Amankwaa partnered with a close friend to enter the caustic soda market, producing high-quality soap that became beloved throughout the region. This successful venture led to the establishment of an international import trading company, opening doors to numerous opportunities. During this dynamic period, Mr. Amankwaa formed a pivotal relationship with Royal Smilde, bringing their renowned Cookband margarine to Ghana.

In the early 1990s, Mr. Amankwaa formalized this growing enterprise by founding Pomank Ventures LLC, building upon his established foundation and strengthening the collaboration with Royal Smilde. For over three decades since, we have proudly supplied Cookband Margarine to meet diverse baking needs across Ghana, becoming the preferred choice for bakers nationwide.

Today, under the leadership of M. Acheampong, Pomank Ventures continues to build on this legacy while embracing innovation and expansion to better serve Ghana’s evolving bakery industry.

Our Mission

To enrich Ghana’s baking tradition by providing premium-quality bakery ingredients, exceptional service, and technical expertise that empower our customers to create outstanding baked goods.

Our Vision

To be West Africa’s leading provider of premium bakery ingredients, recognized for quality, innovation, and commitment to customer success.

THE COOKBAND DIFFERENCE

Excellence

Unwavering commitment to quality in every product and service

Integrity

Honest and ethical business practices in all relationships

Innovation

Continuous improvement and adaptation to meet evolving market needs

Partnership

Building lasting relationships with customers, suppliers, and communities

Community Impact

Contributing to economic development and food security in Ghana

Our Team

With a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Xavier University of Louisiana  and a Master of Public Health from Emory School of Public Health Atlanta Georgia USA, Mike brings a unique blend of scientific knowledge and business acumen to Pomank Ventures. Since taking the helm, he has focused on expanding the company's reach, enhancing technical support services, and implementing digital solutions to better serve customers.
M. Acheampong
Managing Director
Kwame oversees our supply chain and logistics network, ensuring timely delivery and product availability throughout Ghana. With over 12 years of experience in supply chain management and an MBA from the University of Cape Town, he has revolutionized our distribution capabilities.
K. Darko
Operations Director
Emmanuel leads our customer engagement initiatives and market development strategies. With 10 years of experience in FMCG and B2B sales, he has been instrumental in growing our customer base from 800 to over 2,000 bakeries nationwide.
E. Osei
Sales & Marketing Director
With a PhD in Food Science from Wageningen University, Dr. Alhassan leads our technical support team, providing expert advice to bakeries and developing specialized solutions for Ghana's unique baking challenges.
Dr. F. Alhassan
Technical Director

Royal Smilde Partnership

For over 40 years, Pomank Ventures has maintained an exclusive partnership with Royal Smilde, a renowned Dutch food manufacturer with a 160-year legacy of quality. This collaboration brings world-class margarine products to Ghana, specifically formulated for the West African climate and baking traditions.