From personal shopping to global procurement.
My journey into sourcing and procurement began long before TwentyFour03 Vintage became a business. Born and raised in Ghana, I have always been drawn to the world beyond borders. I moved to Dubai to study Law with International Relations, fascinated by the connections between countries, cultures, people, and global markets. Living in Dubai exposed me to a world of international commerce, luxury, fashion, and endless possibilities, and it was there that I began to discover my natural talent for sourcing.
What started with friends and family asking me to bring back exclusive pieces from Dubai soon became something much bigger. I began sourcing designer pieces and luxury fragrances to statement accessories and hard-to-find products. I developed a passion for finding exactly what people were looking for. I quickly realized that personal shopping was about more than buying beautiful things. It required understanding markets, identifying reliable suppliers, negotiating prices, comparing quality, managing logistics, and finding the right products for the right client.
That realization became the foundation for TwentyFour03 Vintage. What began as a personal shopping and vintage sourcing business has evolved into a procurement and global sourcing agency, helping individuals and businesses access products and suppliers across international markets.
Today, as Founder and Procurement Officer, I work across sourcing, procurement, supplier research, product identification, purchasing, and international market coordination. My experience and my exposure to international trade have shaped the way I approach procurement, with curiosity, attention to detail, cultural awareness, and a strong understanding of the importance of trust.
My work has expanded beyond fashion. Today, TwentyFour03 sources furniture, home and lifestyle products, business supplies, equipment, construction-related products, retail goods, fashion, and specialty items. Whether a client needs a single hard-to-find product or is looking to source in bulk, my role is to bridge the gap between what they need and where they can find it.
I believe good procurement is about more than finding the cheapest option. It is about finding the right product, identifying the right supplier, understanding the market, assessing quality and value, and coordinating the process from sourcing to delivery.
I don't simply shop for my clients. I source, procure, and connect them to the world.
Nana Ama Nyame Adu-Poku
