Founder & CEO

During his travels through East Africa, Hendrik gained the insight that the continent needs added value to escape poverty: The idea for fairafric was born!

Managing Director Ghana

Michael brings over 10 years of experience in the cocoa industry in Ghana and studied quality management. For him, fairafric is home.

HR & Administrative Manager

Whether it's recruiting, development, or team culture, "Jacky" ensures that everyone at fairafric feels comfortable and can reach their full potential. With heart, structure, and an open ear, she accompanies our growth at all levels.

Production Planner

Whether as a former Chief of Staff or now as a Production Planner - Griselda brings structure, overview, and team spirit to every challenge.

A true all-rounder with heart and mind.

CFO

Jonas is the financier in our chocolate world and wants to make fairafric the most economically sustainable chocolate in the world.

Quality Management

Audrey is our quality expert, bringing 11 years of experience in quality control and assurance. She ensures that every bar of chocolate meets our highest standards – from bean to wrapper.

Supply Chain Manager

'Franzi' is the heart of our value chain. With great passion, she ensures that every step – from cocoa cultivation to the finished chocolate – seamlessly interlocks.

Accounting Manager

Fred ensures that the numbers at Amanase and fairafric are correct – precisely, structured and with foresight.

You can find out more about his journey in our Impact Story about Fred.

'Farm To Factory Tour' Hospitality Lead

Adjoa previously worked in Ghana's HR team before internally transferring and now warmly welcoming our 'Farm to Factory Tour' visitors.

Production Supervisor 'Artisanal Line'

With precision and passion, she leads the 'Artisanal Line' – under her supervision, the handmade chocolates that make Amanase so special are created.

Marketing Executive

With a clear head and creative, hands-on mentality, Buxton coordinates marketing projects, campaigns, and content.

He pulls the strings, ensures structure – and brings the fairafric story to life externally, visibly and effectively.

Quality Control Lead

As a former chocolatier at Amanase, Ann knows every ingredient and every step of the process. Today, as a Quality Analyst, she ensures that all products – whether handmade or machine-made – meet our quality standards.

Content Creator

Whether behind the camera or in the editing suite, David captures the magic of fairafric and Amanase with feeling and precision – authentically, movingly, and with powerful visuals.

Head of Sales

With great empathy for customers, a keen sense for relationships and a good dose of humor, Dennis brings our chocolate to the shelves – and takes our chocolate revolution to the next level.

Security Coordinator

Francis ensures security on our premises – attentively, reliably, and always with a smile.

More about his journey: Impact Story about Francis.

Production Supervisor

From packaging to production management – today, Kwabena coordinates the daily operations on two of our production lines.

With his experience, overview, and commitment, he ensures that everything runs smoothly at Amanase.

Product Development

As one of the first chocolatiers, Efya knows our products from the ground up. Today, she and her team develop new recipes and taste experiences – for Amanase and fairafric.

Assistant Wrapping Machine Operator

Godwin assists the packaging department and ensures the smooth operation of all equipment and machinery.

Molding & Dropline Operations

Amos refines our chocolate bars with ingredients such as salt or almonds, and at the dropline, ensures that our chocolate receives its fine droplet shape.

Graphic Designer

Maria makes the world of fairafric and Amanase visible – with a flair for color, form, and message. Whether it's packaging, print, or social media: her designs are unforgettable.

Account Supervisor

With precision, structure, and a clear overview, she keeps financial operations under control – from bookkeeping to reporting.

Motion Graphic Designer

Alex adds visual depth to our stories. Whether it's animation, editing, or storyboarding, he makes our brand values visible.

Assistant Production Lead

From chocolatier at Amanase to Assistant Production Lead. Richard now plans production and mentors the new generation of chocolatiers.

Production Hands Ghana

Philip grew up on farms and previously worked in a hotel. His motto: "Stay awake!" Find out more in the Impact Story about Philip.

Marketing Supervisor

As a Marketing Supervisor, she also contributes creative ideas to our brand communication – visually strong and strategically well-thought-out.

Assistant to Moulding Machine Operator

Daniel supports all processes related to the moulding machine to shape the chocolates.

Transport Coordinator

Eric keeps our chocolate project moving – he ensures that raw materials arrive on time and finished products travel safely onward.

Logistics and Warehouse Supervisor

Derrick ensures that everything is in the right place at the right time – from raw materials to the finished chocolate.

Quality Assurance Lead

Lordina ensures that our products meet the highest quality and safety standards – from raw materials to final inspection.

IT Systems Administrator

Emmanuel is responsible for ensuring smooth operations – from hardware to day-to-day support.

With composure, expertise, and quick solutions, he keeps everything digital on track.

Refining & Conching Machine Operator

Ernest is the chocolate expert, refining the chocolate mass by mixing and conching to achieve the best taste and consistency.

Procurement Supervisor

Whether raw materials or spare parts – Eric knows the journey of every component.

With his keen sense of timing and structure, he keeps purchasing and inventory organized, ensuring that production never stops.