Two young engineers from the Gyam Institute of Technology and Industrialization (GITI) have distinguished themselves in the 2025 cohort of the Institute of Project Management Professionals (IPMP) after emerging among the top-performing candidates in the programme.
Engr. Isaac Kofi Kakra Fynn and Engr. Joseph Agor-Kofi earned notable recognition for their outstanding performance, with Engr. Fynn being adjudged the Youngest Male Project Manager, while Engr. Agor-Kofi placed as the 3rd Overall Best Candidate and also received the IPMP Spirit and Commitment Award.
In an exclusive interview, Engr. Isaac Kofi Kakra Fynn, who at 26 years is currently the youngest project manager among the awardees, expressed profound appreciation to the faculty of GITI for what he described as an enriching academic experience marked by strong practical training and mentorship.
According to him, the blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on exposure received during his studies has equipped him with the skills necessary to deliver successful project outcomes.
āApplying the right skills and knowledge in project management will always produce the best results,ā he noted.
Engr. Fynn also encouraged young professionals across various fields to pursue training in project management to enhance their competencies and add value to their professional services.
For his part, Engr. Joseph Agor-Kofi, who emerged as the third overall best candidate in the 2025 IPMP cohort, called on key stakeholders across industries to harness the expertise of trained project managers in the execution of national and organizational projects.
He emphasized that many failed projects could have achieved better outcomes if the expertise of professional project managers had been integrated into their planning and implementation stages.
Engr. Agor-Kofi described his award as a reflection of diligence, hard work, and perseverance, urging young people to muster the courage to study project management as a strategic addition to their academic and professional qualifications.
Their achievements highlight the growing impact of professional project management training in shaping a new generation of skilled professionals capable of delivering efficient and sustainable development projects.
