Nation Media names former NSE chief Geoffrey Odundo as new CEO
Kiboro expressed confidence that he will steer NMG forward and strengthen it
Nation Media Group (NMG) has appointed Geoffrey Odundo as the new Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer.
Odundo is expected to start his duties officially on the 7th of next month, as announced by the Group’s Chairman Wilfred Kiboro.
“On behalf of the Board, I am pleased to announce the appointment of Geoffrey Odundo as the Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective 7th April 2025,” the board chairman announced in a statement.
Kiboro expressed confidence that the former Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) Chief Executive Officer will steer NMG forward and strengthen it.
“I am confident that I can count on you to extend your customary welcome and support to Geoffrey as he joins NMG to strengthen our team in our continuing endeavor to deliver our mandate to the societies we serve,” he said.
The experienced, seasoned investment banker served as the CEO for the NSE for nine years between 2015 and last year.
Previously, Odundo has served as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Kingdom Securities, Cop-trust Investment Services and Co-op Consultancy Services which are subsidiaries of the Co-operative Bank.
Last year, after leaving NSE, Odundo joined the Financial Service provider CPF in an advisory role.
He holds positions in high-level boards and committees, including the Africa Stock Exchange Association and the World Federation of Exchanges.
Odundo holds an MBA degree in Strategic Management from the United States International University, a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mathematics and Economics from Egerton University.
He also holds an Advanced Management Program (AMP) degree from Strathmore Business School, and several professional certifications as he pursues a PhD in Business Administration and Management at the University of Nairobi.
