Top Ghanaian CEO Basil David among nominees attending Forty Under 40 awards in Kenya

The prestigious event, known for honoring the continent's top young entrepreneurs and Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) under 40, will showcase Kenya's growing influence in the African business sphere.

Basil David Anthony, the Chief Executive Officer of Modern Floors Ghana, is among the notable nominees for this year's awards. Of the more than a hundred nominees from across Africa, 30 are Kenyans. 

“I am truly honored to be nominated for the Forty under 40 Awards and to represent Modern Floors Ghana on this prestigious platform. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team, and I am excited to showcase the innovative flooring solutions that we offer to the African market and beyond,” he said. 

Anthony's company, Modern Floors, is a UK trademarked flooring brand that has made waves with its range of high-quality, customer-centric products, including Artificial Carpet Grass and Vinyl Tiles. 

His visit  to Kenya for the awards, organizers said, underscores the event's growing prestige and the increasing recognition of African business leaders on the global stage.

Beyond his business success, Anthony's impact extends to social initiatives, including feeding and refreshing over 200 children and supporting deprived girls in Ghana. 

“Empowering women and supporting the girl child is not just a moral imperative; it is an investment in a brighter future for us all. At Modern Floors Ghana, we are proud to support initiatives that uplift and empower girls, giving them the tools they need to succeed,” he said. 

From Artificial Carpet Grass to Vinyl Tiles, his company offers a wide range of indoor and outdoor flooring solutions for both residential and commercial spaces, making him a leader in the industry.

What sets him apart, he said, is not just his business acumen, but his deep-seated commitment to making a positive impact on society. 

Through his leadership, Modern Floors Ghana has spearheaded various social impact initiatives.

Additionally, he has been a champion for empowerment, providing skill-based training to both male and female artisans, helping them secure a better future for themselves and their families.

“Creating jobs and giving hope to youth is at the core of our mission at Modern Floors Ghana. We believe that by investing in young people and providing them with opportunities, we can build a more prosperous and inclusive society for all,” the Modern Floors CEO said.

For him,he said success is not just measured in profits, but in the impact he can have on the lives of others. 

“Creating jobs and giving hope to youth is at the core of our mission at Modern Floors Ghana. We believe that by investing in young people and providing them with opportunities, we can build a more prosperous and inclusive society for all,” he affirmed. 

He has set his eyes on expanding into new markets across the world.

Currently, his business empire has footprints in Africa, Asia and Europe

The Forty under 40 awards event represents not only a celebration of entrepreneurial achievement but also a testament to the continent's rising influence in the global business arena, organizers said.

Xodus Communications Limited Organizers said the event will bring together the finest entrepreneurs and Chief Executive Officers under 40 from the continent. 

The event organizers are working in collaboration with the Ababu Namwamba-led Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs in Kenya.

Founder and Event Director Richard Abbey Jnr said Forty under 40 Africa Award is a scheme which seeks to identify, honour and celebrate a cross-section of the continent’s most influential and accomplished young business leaders under the age forty.