Head of ICT / CIO, Kenya Tea Packers Limited (Ketepa)
Bernard Rono is a forward-thinking technology leader at the helm of digital innovation as the Head of ICT at Kenya Tea Packers (Ketepa). With over 15 years of senior management experience, he specializes in spearheading digital transformation initiatives, optimizing business operations, and delivering high-impact ICT consultancy services.
His expertise spans diverse domains, including Digital Transformation, Cloud Solutions, Mobile Application Development, Artificial Intelligence, Business Intelligence, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Sales Force Automation, and ERP implementation. Bernard's global influence was recognized at the prestigious 2021 Global CIO Forum in the UAE, Global Champion in 2024 (South Africa) where he represented Kenya and was honored as a World Finalist Award recipient and serves as Kenya’s Ambassador to the Global CIO Forum.
Bernard’s career trajectory includes pivotal leadership roles such as Group Head of ICT at Sian Roses Group and CIO of Kenya Horticultural Exporters, where he leveraged technology to drive business growth and operational excellence.
Beyond the corporate realm, Bernard is an active contributor to the tech community. He serves as Chairman of the Boards at Ronsoft Solutions and The Frontier Pioneer School and holds directorial roles at the East African Tea Trade Association (EATTA ICT Committee), Bethany Investment Trust (BIT), and Sotik Technical Training Institute (STTI). He also previously chaired the Board of Ketepa Sacco Ltd, showcasing his commitment to fostering growth across multiple sectors.
Bernard Rono's unwavering dedication to innovation and strategic leadership cements his reputation as a catalyst for progress in the ICT landscape.
Opening remarks by the event's Country Ambassador
Bernard Rono | Head of ICT | Kenya Tea Packers Limited
Maurine Awuor Onyango | Director Ict | County Government of Kisumu
Bitashna Pisavadia | Cio | Oshwal Education & Relief Board
Discussion points:
What will define bold and unstoppable CIOs in the future?
The balance between innovation, risk management, and business outcomes
Moderator:
Bernard Rono | Head of ICT | Kenya Tea Packers Limited
Panelist:
Nilton Mutungi | Director, ICT and E-Services | Women Enterprise Fund
Timothy Laku | Fractional CIO/CTO | Startups & Social Impact Organizations
James Mungai | Head ICT & INNOVATIONS, Director | TAI DT SACCO, SITPA
Nicholas Kihara | Head of ICT | Kenya Wine Agencies Limited