It is Possible, the Bola Ray Story is a 320-page account of Bola Ray’s 40 years of life, 20-year media industry rise over the past decades
The Bola Ray Story
It is Possible
Nat Kwabena Anokye-Adisi
Is one of Ghana’s most renowned, pioneering radio and television personalities. Over the years, he has developed into one of the nation’s foremost authorities in media management, business development and event production. He has become a poster boy for perseverance and discipline. As a visionary with a keen eye for talent, he inspires those that follow in his entrepreneurial, philanthropic and artistic footsteps.
SCHOLASTIC ACHIEVER
Mr Adisi attended Accra Academy, where he attained his Secondary School certificate. This was where he began his journey down the destined path when he was appointed the Entertainment Prefect, after which, he was unanimously selected to be the Entertainment Secretary for Legon Hall at The University of Ghana, where he attained a Diploma in Public Administration.
Nathan’s maintenance of his leadership aptitude continued through his role as Entertainment Secretary on the Student Representative Council while he pursued another degree. With another certificate recognizing a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from Central University, his thirst for knowledge progressed being awarded an MBA in Global Business and Sustainability on the Social Entrepreneurship Track from the Catholic University of Sacred Heart of Milan (ALTIS) and the Catholic Institute of Business and Technology (CIBT). His “can-do”, positive outlook on life enabled him to do this via distance learning while still maintaining Executive-level positions as well as a progressive and highly active profile, internationally.
Business Mogul/Entrepreneur
As the Chief Executive Officer for both EIB Network and Empire Group of Companies, Nat Kwabena Anokye Adisi is helping to mold the dynamic of the contemporary media landscape in Ghana, and soon beyond. Determined to steer this change, Nat Kwabena Anokye-Adisi has paid his dues climbing up the ropes of the industry.
Adisi joined Top Radio after Radio Universe, where he hosted ‘Top City Jam’ while still a student at the University of Ghana. Years after, and after diligent hard work as a radio broadcaster, Bola Ray was the first African and Ghanaian to host ‘Top of the Pops’ on BBC Radio, proving that he was steady on his course to promote Ghanaian music on the international music scene. Within this same span of time, proving his worth, he progressed to the position of one of the country’s finest radio presenters. In 2003, he moved to Joy FM to become the host of the Drive Time Show, leading it to be recognized as the most influential drive time show on radio inGhana.
After serving faithfully for 11 years, he moved to pastures anew as he joined the EIB Network as their CEO. Now leading a team of over 200 passionate, like-minded individuals, they collectively work tirelessly to continue efforts to revolutionize Ghana’s media industry. Under his leadership, and in less than 2 years of existence, the network rivals its elders in the industry; a sign of what’s to come.
Nathan’s maintenance of his leadership aptitude continued through his role as Entertainment Secretary on the Student Representative Council while he pursued another degree. With another certificate recognizing a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from Central University, his thirst for knowledge progressed being awarded an MBA in Global Business and Sustainability on the Social Entrepreneurship Track from the Catholic University of Sacred Heart of Milan (ALTIS) and the Catholic Institute of Business and Technology (CIBT). His “can-do”, positive outlook on life enabled him to do this via distance learning while still maintaining Executive-level positions as well as a progressive and highly active profile, internationally.
ICONIC CHARACTER
As an iconic individual, Nat Adisi is one of the most desired brand icons nationally. His character and socially progressive sense afford him the ability to influence and contribute to society trends.
With a client base of over 20 million, Mobile Telecommunication Network (MTN) once selected him to be a brand ambassador. He faithfully represented the brand for over 3 years. Although it also came with its rewards, the company benefited extensively from his breadth of knowledge with regard to strategic media relations and business exchange. Similarly, Jaguar, Urban Grey, Moet & Chandon and many other brands benefit from his advocacy as a friend to the brand and advisor, celebrating the finer things in life and a rich quality of life.
VISIONARY
With over 10 years of diligent and humble service in the entertainment industry, Bola hopes to promote the growth of entertainment culture in Ghana, with a strong stance on education.He believes that too many young people see the entertainment field as a way to avoid school; but he is quick to point to his own experience as an example of education helping you get somewhere in life
Philanthropist
The Empire Foundation is at the heart of the Empire Group of companies championed by Nat Adisi. It is via this medium that he is able to quench his philanthropic passion. Previously outdoored as the National Drivers’ Academy (NDA’s) Ambassador for Driver Education and Training, his mandate as an Ambassador was to drive NDA’s publicity efforts to increase awareness for driver education and training, spearhead NDA’s sponsorship programmes and road shows which would be focused on discouraging negative practices such as drunk driving and the use of mobile phones while driving.
As part of his social responsibilities, he has embarked on a number of charity projects and also made some donations to a number of needy institutions in the country. As an ambassador for the SOS Villages Ghana, he annually champions the campaign for support of the children’s villages and those in need buy collecting pledges. Aside this, he also makes a significant financial contribution annually while facilitating a concert and refreshments for the pupils. Calling
on his friends across the divide, he affords the children opportunities to meet and interact with some of those individuals who they look up to. Other charities which he supports include the JOYKOL Needy Home and School, a local facility and complex school for those less fortunate
Award-Winning Personality
As one man determined to change the entertainment industry in Ghana, Nat Adisi has paidhis dues climbing up the ropes in the music industry.
Bola Ray was the first African and Ghanaian to host ‘Top of the Pops’ on BBC Radio, and has proved to music fans that he is one of few showbiz personalities who works tirelessly to promote Ghanaian music on the international music scene.
It is possible
The Bola Ray story
It is possible
The Bola Ray story
