Kevin’s most defining moment was during the transition of this giant motor vehicle manufacturer in East and Central Africa. While serving as the Marketing Manager for General Motors East Africa, he had to ensure a seamless support and transition during the rebranding of the company to Isuzu East Africa.
Rita joined the motor industry in 1995 in the sales and marketing department of then General Motors EA. She has worked her way through the ranks both in Kenya and South Africa, excelling in all the positions she has held. In recognition of her business acumen, General Motors nominated her for a leadership sponsored programs at Harvard Business School to further sharpen her skills.
Isuzu Motors, commonly referred to as Isuzu, is a leading international automobile manufacturer founded in Tokyo, Japan in 1937.
Rita Kavashe has mentored many top executives who have been able to triple their personal equity.
Compared with the previous model - the second-generation D-Max, this is a significant step-change in all-round usability.
Rita continues to exhibit transformative leadership at the helm of the Board at BAT Kenya, a blue-chip company that has a rich history and strong heritage in Kenya and the region.
Rita Kavashe always adds value to boards she sits on and brings high voltage networks, diversity in gender and infuses the often much needed skill set due to her exposure, experience and board background.
Isuzu is the first manufacturing and distribution organisation outside of Japan where Isuzu has a 100 per cent ownership.
Rita holds directorships in various companies and business associations, including Bamburi Cement, a listed firm on the Nairobi Securities Exchange, Kenya Vehicle Manufacturers Association (KVMA), the East African Business Council (EABC) and Kenya Motor Industry Association (KMIA) as Chair.
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