Meet the People Behind the Vision

Our team brings together passionate leaders from art, education, and innovation—working hand in hand to discover hidden talent, empower learners, and redefine the role of art in today’s world.

Governing Body

The strategic leaders who guide Art in the Round’s vision, ensure good governance, and uphold financial and legal accountability.

Mirriam Ofosu Appiah

Board Director

An Experienced educationist and
entrepreneur with over 30 years of leadership in Ghana’s education sector. She is the Managing Director of St. Mary’s Schools, Koforidua, and Director of Minako-A Excel Enterprise.

Miriam holds executive certificates in Educational Leadership and Strategic Management, and currently pursues an International Diploma in Education with the University of Buckingham. She has served in key roles within national early childhood education associations and sits on the Advisory Board of Edify International. Her dedication to quality education, women’s empowerment, and community development strengthens the mission and vision of Art in the Round.

Christian Benya Yawson Esq.

Board Legal Advisor

A Distinguished legal practitioner and procurement executive with extensive experience in corporate law, regulatory compliance, and organizational governance. He currently serves as Procurement Executive – Legal at Ghana Oil Company Limited (GOIL PLC), where he provides legal guidance on procurement operations, regulatory frameworks, and departmental administration.

Christian holds a Solicitor’s License from the General Legal Council and earned his LLB from GIMPA and Qualifying Certificate in Law (QCL) from the Ghana School of Law. His professional journey spans roles in corporate affairs, legal aid practice, and executive-level procurement, giving him a strong foundation in strategic decision-making, legal drafting, risk assessment, and public-sector compliance.

Driven by integrity and a passion for excellence, Christian brings invaluable expertise to Art in the Round. As the organization’s Legal & Compliance Advisor, he ensures strong governance, ethical operations, and sound legal stewardship as we grow our impact globally.

Philip Tetteh Zenith Bank

Finance Director

Finance professional and entrepreneur with over 10 years of experience in the banking and financial sector. He currently serves as a Cash Management Officer at Zenith Bank Ghana, where he specializes in financial operations, customer support, and corporate transaction management.

He holds an MBA in Accounting and Finance from the University of Ghana and a Bachelor’s degree in Management Studies from the University of Cape Coast. Philip is also passionate about financial literacy and regularly speaks at conferences and community events on savings, investment, and funding for small enterprises. As a tech enthusiast and committed community volunteer, Philip brings strong financial insight, operational discipline, and strategic thinking to Art in the Round.

Felix Owiredu Danso

Curriculum & Instructional Expert| IBEN Consultant

A Dynamic global educator, arts specialist, and curriculum leader with over a decade of experience across international schools in Ghana, Qatar, China, and beyond. He is an Ed.D. Candidate in Curriculum & Instruction at Liberty University and a respected figure within the International Baccalaureate (IB) ecosystem, serving as an IBEN Workshop Leader, Programme Leader, Verification Team Leader, Consultant, and Visual Arts Teacher.

Felix is known for his expertise in transdisciplinary learning, intercultural understanding, and inclusive arts education. His work spans curriculum design, teacher training, global citizenship leadership, and Visual Arts education within PYP, MYP, and DP frameworks. A lifelong learner, Felix is deeply committed to helping educators create coherent, inquiry-driven learning experiences that empower students across cultures.

His leadership, international experience, and passion for creative pedagogy make him an invaluable contributor to Art in the Round’s mission of advancing artistic learning and global art appreciation.

Executive Director

A creative visionary, educator, and researcher whose work blends art, technology, and human development. He is the founder of Art in the Round, a global creative foundation that explores symbolic, aesthetic, and interdisciplinary artistic practice, and LearnBridge Edu, an AI-driven education platform transforming how teachers and students engage with Ghana’s Standards-Based Curriculum.

With over 12 years of teaching experience and a Bachelor of Arts in Art Education, Samuel’s creative journey spans painting, textile design, sculpture, graphic design, music, and digital communication. His philosophy draws deeply from John Dewey’s belief that true art must engage both the senses and the mind.

His research focuses on art-based learning, particularly how early drawing and artistic expression shape cognitive, affective, and social development in children. In 2025, he was selected as a Speaker for the International Conference for Transformative Education (ICTE 2025), where he presented “Art as the Foundation of Learning: Rediscovering Expression in the Early Years.”

A defining milestone in Samuel’s career was mentoring Joshua, a 16-year-old student whose exceptional abilities went unnoticed in the traditional school system. Under Samuel’s guidance, Joshua engineered the first AI-powered prototype that later evolved into LearnBridge Edu. This transformation inspired Samuel’s book, “The Teacher’s Eye: How to Spot Hidden Genius in a Crowded Classroom,” which equips educators with tools for nurturing overlooked talent.

Samuel collaborates with global organizations such as the Art Journal Foundation and the Global Citizenship Foundation, championing creative education, youth empowerment, and community impact.


Our Team

The passionate members who implement programs, coordinate activities, and bring the organization’s mission to life.

Samuel Ohene-Sarfo

Samuel Ohene-Sarfo

Executive Director

Hagan Ntimah

Deputy Director

Esenam Adzoko

Administrative Assistant

Joshua Segu

I.T Support Specialist

Isaac Vierah

Featured Artist Coordinator

Mark Tetteh Atteh

Mark Tetteh

Scout – UCC

Lawrence Dwamena

Lawrence Dwamena-Nyarkoh

Scout – TTU


Friends of AIR

Supporters, collaborators, and enthusiasts who champion our cause, contribute ideas, and help expand our impact in the arts community.

Belinda Akaba

Africa Ambassador for Engineering
– Ghana –

Janice Malachi

International Relations Expert & Consultant
– Nigeria –

Karen Ono

Founder of Little Lantern
– Japan –

Family and Consumer Sciences Education Expert
– USA –

Project Manager – ITEED
– South Africa –

Elvis Kusi

Elvis Kusi

DevOps Engineer | Business Consultant
– USA –

Christine DeJuliis

Christine DeJuliis

Certified Peer Support Specialist | Arts in Health Facilitator
– USA –

Jacob Jones

Scout

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