ARADAN NATURALS • IMPACT INVESTING GHANA • ATIFI INSTITUTE

Leading Change with African Roots

Amma Lartey is the CEO of Impact Investing Ghana and founder of Aradan Naturals. She bridges the gap between global capital and indigenous African herbal wisdom through technology and strategy.

Explore the convergence of capital and nature.

AMMA

Expertise in Impact and Innovation

I am Amma Lartey, an impact leader and entrepreneur based in Ghana. My work spans the intersection of finance, social impact, and indigenous technology. I believe that Africa's growth lies in modernizing our natural resources and scaling our local capital ecosystems.

From leading Impact Investing Ecosystem Builder to founding tech-driven agribusinesses, I am committed to creating systems that empower smallholder farmers and local entrepreneurs while delivering world-class quality to global markets.

LEADERSHIP

Founder

Aradan Naturals

CEO

Impact Investing Ghana

IMM Lead

Atifi Institute

2026

2021

2018

Aradan Naturals

Indigenous Revival

Supply Chain • Technology • Herbal Medicine

Revitalizing African herbal medicine by building a modern, tech-driven supply. Aradan Naturals is my latest venture, born from a desire to see African indigenous knowledge take its rightful place on the world stage. We focus on revitalizing the herbal medicine sector by applying modern standards to traditional wisdom. Our pilot project centers on Hibiscus Sabdariffa, a plant with immense nutritional and medicinal value that is native to our region. We have established a tech-driven supply chain that monitors quality from the farm visuals.

A close-up photograph of dried Hibiscus sabdariffa calyces held in a pair of artisan's hands in a West African setting. The composition is clean and focused, highlighting the rich crimson texture of the herbs. Natural lighting.
A close-up photograph of dried Hibiscus sabdariffa calyces held in a pair of artisan's hands in a West African setting. The composition is clean and focused, highlighting the rich crimson texture of the herbs. Natural lighting.
A professional flat-lay photograph of a tech-enabled supply chain map next to a laptop and a glass jar of dried hibiscus. The aesthetic is modern, sophisticated, and earthy with Muted Teal and Earth Brown tones.
A professional flat-lay photograph of a tech-enabled supply chain map next to a laptop and a glass jar of dried hibiscus. The aesthetic is modern, sophisticated, and earthy with Muted Teal and Earth Brown tones.

FEATURED ROLES

Pioneering impact through multiple lenses

Impact Investing Ghana

Mobilizing Capital for Impact

Ecosystem Building •Leading Impact Investing Ghana to develop a thriving ecosystem for social investment,As CEO of Impact Investing Ghana (IIGh), I am dedicated to unlocking private capital for public good. IIGh is Ghana’s National Advisory Board for Impact Investing and a member of the Global Steering Group for Impact Investment. My work involves strategic leadership to build the infrastructure required for impact capital to flow efficiently. This includes policy advocacy with government bodies, creating investment-ready• Campaign Design

A close-up detail of a modern data dashboard showing impact metrics for Ghanaian SMEs, displayed on a tablet screen in a setting with warm Earth Brown accents.
A close-up detail of a modern data dashboard showing impact metrics for Ghanaian SMEs, displayed on a tablet screen in a setting with warm Earth Brown accents.
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Atifi Institute

Impact Measurement

Providing freelance Impact Measurement and Management professional services that help financial institutions and social enterprises define, measure, and scale their impact through rigorous data frameworks and strategic management.

Through the Atifi Institute, I offer specialized Impact Measurement and Management (IMM) services tailored to the unique challenges of the African market. Many social enterprises struggle to articulate their value to global investors; Atifi bridges this gap. I work with organizations to design data collection systems that are both practical and high-integrity, using modern mobile technology to reach even the most remote rural stakeholders. We don't just report data—we use it to manage performance and pivot strategies in real-time. My goal is to ensure that every dollar invested in West Africa generates the maximum possible social return, proven by evidence-based results that satisfy the world's most demanding impact

A close-up of a high-quality Impact Report document with the Atifi Institute logo, placed on a dark wood desk with a West African woven coaster and a pen. Soft side lighting.
A close-up of a high-quality Impact Report document with the Atifi Institute logo, placed on a dark wood desk with a West African woven coaster and a pen. Soft side lighting.
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PORTFOLIO

Other initiatives driving change

A high-resolution photograph of several bottles of Hibiscus-based products labeled with Aradan Naturals branding. The packaging is sophisticated, using Deep Green and Tan/Gold tones, set against a natural stone surface.
A high-resolution photograph of several bottles of Hibiscus-based products labeled with Aradan Naturals branding. The packaging is sophisticated, using Deep Green and Tan/Gold tones, set against a natural stone surface.
A photograph showing a digital tablet with a map of Ghana's agricultural regions. A hand is pointing to a specific cluster. Professional setting with warm lighting.
A photograph showing a digital tablet with a map of Ghana's agricultural regions. A hand is pointing to a specific cluster. Professional setting with warm lighting.
A medium shot of a professional woman in a modern office in Accra, West Africa, engaged in a strategic discussion over a laptop. The office features Earth Brown and Cream tones with local botanical art on the walls.
A medium shot of a professional woman in a modern office in Accra, West Africa, engaged in a strategic discussion over a laptop. The office features Earth Brown and Cream tones with local botanical art on the walls.
Hibiscus Link

Supply Chain Tech

Technology • AgricultureA digital platform connecting smallholder Ghanaian farmers to global botanicalDigital Design • Pitch Materials

Abstract geometric identity with bold typography for a developer tools company. Created

Impact Fund

Investment Strategy

Finance • Social Impact • Governance

Advising on the deployment of social capital to tech-enabled agriculture startups in Ghana to boost local economies.

Agro-Scale GH

Smallholder Program

Training • Logistics • Impact

A comprehensive capacity-building program for 500+ farmers in northern Ghana, focused on sustainable cultivation and financial literacy.

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$32M+

Capital Mobilized

15+

Years of Leadership

300+

Businesses Impacted

PARTNERSHIP

Let's drive impactful change together

Whether you are looking to build a social impact framework, invest in the African market, or source high quality botanical products, I am open to discussing how we can work together to achieve sustainable goals.

Amma Lartey

Driving Impact & Innovation

© 2024 Amma Lartey

info@ammalartey.com