For Dr. Oigara, ethical leadership is not just a buzzword, but a deeply ingrained value shaped by his upbringing. Raised in rural Kisii by teacher-farmer parents, he learned the importance of hard work, discipline, and integrity early on.
Ndegwa’s rich international exposure, coupled with his deep understanding of the transformative power of education and mentorship, made him the ideal candidate to be the first Kenyan to lead Safaricom.
Dr. Kipng’etich’s professional journey began in academia, where he contributed to establishing parallel degree programs at UoN, significantly expanding public university access in Kenya.
In 2019, Gachora spearheaded the transformative merger between NIC Bank and Commercial Bank of Africa (CBA), forming Kenya’s third-largest bank by assets, NCBA.
Kariuki’s journey to becoming CEO is rooted in a disciplined upbringing. He was raised by a teacher and homemaker who instilled in him values of focus, commitment, and hard work.
With over 20 years of experience in financial services, Njeri has built a reputation as a transformative leader.
From an early age, Martin embraced the values of hard work, humility, and community - principles that have consistently shaped his career.
Pollock’s career trajectory has been far from linear. As he acknowledges, “Where you start is not necessarily where you are going to end up.” His willingness to embrace new opportunities and absorb lessons along the way has been key to his success.
In celebration of 30 years of excellence in publishing, Business Monthly EA highlights, in addition to the Top 25, three outstanding CEOs of the Year, each representing a decade.
As CFO, Orge’s roles and responsibilities are diverse. From handling tax issues to pricing new menus and negotiating with suppliers for mutual benefit, she thrives on the varied challenges her role presents.
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