Dr. Bishop, who serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of Bishop Boxing Promotions and Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Best of Bukom University, brings to the role
The report indicates that prince De Henry Educational Complex has announced the formal appointment of Dr. Dave Bishop as Executive Chairman & Co-Director of Strategic Development and Institutional Partnerships, formalising a strategic collaboration designed to link sport, education and community development across Ghana and beyond.
It further notes that dr. Bishop, who serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of Bishop Boxing Promotions and Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Best of Bukom University, brings to the role over four decades of experience in entertainment and sports promotion.
His appointment signals a major step forward in the institution’s commitment to holistic education that combines academic excellence with vocational training and athletic development.
Under Dr. Bishop’s leadership, the partnership will support the creation of a modern boxing gym, an Information and Communication Technology centre, scholarship programmes, vocational training, and an Eight-Week Boxing Education Certificate Programme, all aimed at advancing youth empowerment, life skills, entrepreneurship and career pathways for aspiring athletes and students.
“The fusion of sport and education creates opportunity at scale,” stated Dr. Dave Bishop.
“I am honoured to help build sustainable programmes that give young people the tools, discipline and pathways to succeed in sport and life. Together with Prince De Henry, we will invest in facilities, training and scholarships that transform communities and open doors for future generations.”
· Establishment and ongoing development of the Bishop Boxing Promotions ICT Centre
· Planning and development of a modern Bishop Boxing Gym Academy and Prince De Henry Sports Development Programme
· Scholarships, educational exchanges and practical training for students and athletes
· Fundraising, donor engagement and strategic investment initiatives to support long-term sustainability
· Promotion of sports education as a pathway for academic excellence and career development
Dr. Bishop’s appointment comes on the heels of a series of remarkable achievements that have positioned him as one of the most influential figures in Ghanaian boxing and community development.
Presidential Honours: In 2024, Dr. Bishop received the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award from United States President Joe Biden, in recognition of over 4,000 hours of volunteer service, a rare honour bestowed upon individuals whose voluntary service has made a measurable impact on their communities.
Global Recognition: In June 2026, Dr. Bishop was awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Global Partnership Leadership and Sports Management from Kennedy University of France, recognising his work at the intersection of sport, entrepreneurship, and international community development.
