Gonet Academy Honors Exceptional Training Specialists for 2025

—Institution Celebrates Teaching Excellence, Innovation, and Student Impact Across 2025 Cohorts

Gonet Academy CEO, Mohammeh, presents  the institution’s highest instructional honor—the Trainer of the Year Award Moses A. Kanneh at the graduation ceremony of Cohort 13 in February, 2026

Gonet Academy has recognized some of its most outstanding trainers and facilitators for exceptional contributions to professional education and workforce development in Liberia, as the institution continues to strengthen its reputation as a leading center for practical and transformational learning.

The recognition formed part of the Academy’s 2025 Teaching & Academic Excellence Awards, an initiative designed to celebrate facilitators whose dedication, innovation, and instructional quality significantly shaped learner success across the institution’s three major training cohorts during the year.

The awards come amid what is being described as one of its most impactful academic years, during which thousands of professionals were trained across multiple disciplines ranging from Banking and Finance to Occupational Health and Safety, Compliance, Monitoring and Evaluation, and Project Management.

According to Mohammed Kerkulah, the institution’s success is rooted not only in its expanding programs but in the caliber and commitment of the professionals entrusted with teaching and mentoring learners.

“At Gonet Academy, we strongly believe that the strength of an institution is ultimately reflected in the quality of those who teach,” Kerkulah said. “Behind every successful learner is a trainer who inspires confidence, builds competence, and transforms knowledge into practical impact.”

He added that the Academy’s facilitators remain central to its mission of equipping Liberia’s workforce with industry-relevant skills capable of improving productivity, leadership, and institutional performance across sectors.

“These awards are not simply ceremonial,” he noted. “They represent our appreciation for educators who are helping to shape the next generation of professionals, ethical leaders, innovators, and changemakers in Liberia.”

Recognizing Excellence Beyond the Classroom

The Academy said the Teaching & Academic Excellence Awards were introduced to reinforce a culture of high instructional standards, continuous improvement, innovation, and learner-centered education.

The awards also reflect the institution’s growing emphasis on competency-based learning, practical engagement, and measurable student outcomes.

Throughout 2025, Gonet Academy’s trainers facilitated programs across all three cohorts, contributing to strong completion rates, high learner satisfaction, and expanding national recognition for the institution’s professional training model.

Participants consistently praised facilitators for combining technical expertise with practical workplace application, mentorship, and interactive teaching approaches.

According to the Academy, the award selection process considered instructional quality, learner feedback, innovation in delivery methods, mentorship impact, and overall contribution to student transformation.

Moses A. Kanneh Named Trainer of the Year

Moses A. Kanneh received the institution’s highest instructional honor — the Trainer of the Year Award — for what the Academy described as exceptional teaching performance and sustained contribution to learner success throughout the 2025 academic cycle.

Mr. Kanneh facilitated both the Foundational Certificate Program (FCP) and Comprehensive Professional Program (CPP) in Banking and Finance across multiple cohorts during the year.

His classes consistently demonstrated Strong technical mastery, High instructional organization, Practical application of financial concepts, and Exceptional learner engagement and participation.

Participants reportedly praised his ability to simplify complex banking and financial management concepts while maintaining highly interactive learning environments.

Kerkulah described Mr. Kanneh as an example of the kind of transformational educator the Academy seeks to cultivate.

“He combines competence with mentorship,” the CEO noted. “His impact goes beyond teaching finance. He builds confidence, discipline, and professional readiness in his students.”

Mr. Kanneh’s professionalism and commitment contributed significantly to strong learner performance and workplace preparedness among participants pursuing careers in banking, business, and financial management.

Burton Dorley Recognized for Innovation in Teaching

Burton Dorley was honored with the Innovative Teaching Award for introducing creative and highly engaging approaches to professional instruction.

Mr. Dorley facilitated programs in Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management during the 2025 training cycle.

According to the Academy, his teaching approach stood out for its Interactive and learner-centered delivery, Use of simulations and practical demonstrations, Integration of real workplace scenarios, and Creative engagement techniques that improved retention and participation.

Participants responded strongly to his emphasis on practical safety applications and real-world industrial compliance standards.

CEO Kerkulah noted that innovation in professional education is becoming increasingly important in modern workforce development.

“Today’s learners need more than theory,” he explained. “They need immersive, practical, and engaging learning experiences that prepare them for real workplace environments. Mr. Dorley exemplified that approach throughout the year.”

The Academy said his methods strengthened learners’ understanding of occupational safety, environmental responsibility, and workplace risk management in ways that directly aligned with industry expectations.

Alphonso K. Hena Honored for Transformational Student Impact

Alphonso K. Hena received the Student Impact Award in recognition of what the Academy described as his transformational influence on learner growth and professional confidence.

Mr. Hena facilitated Foundational Certificate Programs in Compliance and Risk Management, and Environmental and Social Impact Assessment.

Participants consistently described his sessions as practical, empowering, motivational, and intellectually stimulating.

Beyond technical instruction, the Academy credited him for encouraging critical thinking, strengthening professional confidence, promoting analytical reasoning, and connecting theory to real institutional and development challenges.

Many learners reportedly attributed improvements in workplace confidence and performance to his mentorship-oriented facilitation style.

According to Kerkulah, the award reflects the Academy’s belief that impactful education extends beyond curriculum delivery.

“True education changes people,” he said. “It strengthens their thinking, their confidence, their leadership capacity, and their ability to contribute meaningfully to society.”

As Gonet Academy continues expanding its footprint across Liberia, the institution says strengthening teaching quality remains one of its highest strategic priorities.

The Academy believes that sustaining high-impact professional education requires continuous investment in trainers, curriculum innovation, and learner-centered methodologies.

Observers say that focus is particularly important in Liberia, where institutions across both the public and private sectors continue to confront skills gaps, workforce inefficiencies, and limited access to specialized professional training.

By recognizing facilitators publicly, the Academy hopes to inspire a broader culture of instructional excellence within Liberia’s growing professional education sector.

“Our trainers are nation-builders,” Kerkulah emphasized. “Every classroom they enter becomes an opportunity to shape the future workforce of Liberia.”

He added that the achievements of the 2025 award recipients demonstrate the broader philosophy guiding the institution’s work.

“The quality of education is ultimately determined by the passion, integrity, and commitment of those who teach,” he said. “And at Gonet Academy, we remain committed to building a culture where excellence is not optional—it is the standard.”