
Marion Mwangi is the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Standard Group PLC. She was appointed, effective August 1, 2024. Additionally, she is the part-time Academic Director of the Women in Leadership program at Strathmore Business School and serves as a non-executive director at the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM), Palmhouse Foundation, and BAT.
With over 20 years of senior management experience, she previously served as the Director of Bulk and Onsite Services at Africa Oxygen (AFROX) and Managing Director of BOC Gases PLC where she drove significant business initiatives. Marion has held executive roles at NestleĢ Foods (K) Limited, Bayer East Africa Limited, and other major companies, with expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Performance Management, and Trade Marketing. She is known for successfully leading business turnarounds across sectors such as industrial, FMCG, dairy, and professional services.
Her qualifications include a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in International Business Administration from USIU, along with certifications from the European Business School, Cranfield School of Management, and Strathmore Business School (SBS). Recognized for her community impact and leadership, Marion is also a sought-after mentor, executive coach, and public speaker.