BERNARD BENARIO AHODIA
Economics Researcher | Academic Writer | Development Strategist | Purpose-Driven Leader

Email: bernardbenario@gmail.com
Phone: +233 (0) 553 161 008
Location: Accra, Ghana

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Bernard Benario Ahodia is an Economics researcher, academic writer, development strategist, and purpose-driven leader committed to using research, innovation, and leadership to create meaningful and lasting impact. He is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Economics at the University of Cape Coast.

CORE INTERESTS
- Economic research and policy analysis
- Econometrics and quantitative methods
- Development economics
- Public policy and governance
- International trade and customs research
- Data analytics and statistical modeling
- Leadership development
- Project design and strategic planning
- Academic writing and research support
- Youth empowerment, entrepreneurship, faith, and mentorship

MISSION
To advance knowledge, influence policy, develop leaders, and create evidence-based solutions that promote sustainable development and improve lives.

VISION
To become a globally recognized economist, researcher, and transformational leader whose work bridges academia, policy, leadership, and innovation.

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Economics
University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
January 2023 - Current

Certificate in Mission: Mission and Church Administration
Christlike Disciplemakers' Movement Bible College, Accra, Ghana
January 2020 - August 2021

WASSCE: General Art
Modern Senior High School, Kpong, Ghana
January 2017 - September 2020

LEADERSHIP AND EXPERIENCE
President, Great Commission and Associate, UCC
January 2026 - Current
- Leads spiritual and administrative activities.
- Supervises executives and ministry units.
- Coordinates fellowship meetings and programs.
- Implements strategies for membership growth and engagement.

Evangelism, Discipleship, and Mission Secretary
Junior Youth Ministry of Great Commission Church
January 2021 - Current
- Coordinates evangelism and outreach programs.
- Develops discipleship and training initiatives.
- Supports mission activities and national-level planning.

Treasurer
Association of Economic Students, UCC
August 2024 - October 2025
- Managed financial records, budgets, and reporting.
- Supported accountability, transparency, and resource planning.

Packaging Operator
Ponlok Aluminium Industry Limited
May 2022 - December 2023
- Supported packaging operations, machine checks, and production efficiency.

Production Team Member
Ghandour Cosmetic Ltd
June 2020 - December 2021
- Managed materials, supported assembly line work, and delivered under strict deadlines.

SELECTED SKILLS
- Academic research
- Data analysis
- Econometric modeling
- Strategic planning
- Proposal development
- Project management
- Technical writing
- Public speaking
- Leadership and mentorship
- STATA and Microsoft Excel

LANGUAGES
English: Fluent
Ewe: Fluent
Twi: Beginner