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Bernard Rono

KENYA

Bernard Rono is a forward-thinking leader at the forefront of technological advancement as the Head of ICT at Kenya Tea Packers (Ketepa). Boasting over 15 years of extensive experience in senior management, he specializes in orchestrating digital transformation endeavors, streamlining business operations, and delivering top-tier ICT consultancy services.

His proficiencies span a wide spectrum of 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 impact was underscored at the esteemed 2021 Global CIO Forum in the UAE, where he represented Ketepa and earned distinction as a World Finalist Award recipient.

With a rich professional background, Bernard has held pivotal roles such as Group Head of ICT at Sian Roses Group and CIO of Kenya Horticultural Exporters, where his adept utilization of technology drove organizational expansion and operational excellence.

Beyond his corporate endeavors, Bernard is deeply engaged in the tech community, serving as Chairman of the Boards at Ronsoft Solutions and The Frontier Pioneer School. He also holds directorial positions at Sotik Technical Training Institute (TTI) and previously chaired Ketepa Sacco Ltd., demonstrating his commitment to fostering growth and development across various sectors.

Bernard Rono's unwavering dedication to innovation and strategic leadership positions him as a catalyst for progress in the ICT landscape.