Head of Kenyan association receives "Rising Star" award

The CEO of the Marketing Society of Kenya, Waithera Ng'ang'a, is the winner of the 2015 "Rising Star" in the Media & Marketing category, a programme looking to recognise, celebrate and connect talented Kenyan professionals under forty who, through their activity and achievements, have the capacity to contribute in an inspirational manner to the future of the country.

Originating in South Africa, the programme has identified and assisted over a hundred of Kenya's exceptionally talented, passionate individuals who make things happen, are highly committed to achieving goals, innovate rapidly and create a great deal of value. The programme's goal is to form a Rising Star Network of the most talented people in the country, which will be mentored and provided with platforms for development and communication, therefore enabling them to become role models, opinion leaders and the inspiration for other future Kenyan talent.

The fifty finalists of this year's "Rising Star" award %u2013 five finalists in each of the ten categories of the award ranging from Manufacturing, Retail and FMCG to ICT, Banking & Financial Services %u2013 will all join the "Rising Star Network".

Click here for more information about the "Rising Star" programme.