As Paul Russo continues to lead KCB Group into the future, his legacy of ethical leadership, business integrity, and a commitment to sustainability will undoubtedly leave an indelible mark on both the organisation and the broader financial landscape in Africa.
The other thing that Abdi holds dear is the power of people. Whether they are family, colleagues, customers, mentees, friends, or stakeholders, Abdi believes in the power of collaboration and building trust.
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.
Mwende is the former Regional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for Access Bank (Kenya) PLC, a role that placed her at the helm of financial leadership across Eastern and Central Africa, including Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Congo.
By 2007, Stanbic Bank had established four branches in Kenya and employed 270 staff members. It ranked as the ninth-largest bank in Kenya by assets, amounting to KES 29 billion by March 2007, according to the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK).
The bank’s roots in Kenya date back to 1911 when it first established its presence, marking the beginning of a long-standing commitment to the region. Throughout its history, the bank has achieved numerous firsts that have set benchmarks in the Kenyan banking sector.
Today, NCBA operates in Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Uganda, and Ivory Coast, with an extensive network of 109 branches.
Visa Inc., a global leader in digital payments, stands at the forefront of this transformation, facilitating seamless transactions across more than 200 countries and territories.
Nelly’s impressive career trajectory spans across various positions in esteemed multinational corporations, where she has meticulously honed her networking skills and expertise critical in stakeholder engagements.
Accumulating core communication and business skills over the years, Lilian’s breadth and depth is a distinguishing factor, and one that is likely to keep her at the top of the corporate space.