(Nairobi) – Four Kenyan business leaders have earned a place among the 100 recipients of the Meaningful Business 100 (MB100) award, recognized for their outstanding contributions to sustainability and impact-driven innovation. The honorees are Paul Russo, CEO of KCB Group; Lucy Mutinda, founder and CEO of Ecocycle; Camille Rebelo, co-founder and COO of EcoPlanet Bamboo; and Biju Mohandas, Partner and Global Head of Healthcare at LeapFrog Investments.
The MB100 award acknowledges individuals worldwide who use business as a force for positive change, addressing pressing social and environmental challenges while fostering innovation that benefits their companies and communities.
Tom Lytton-Dickie, Founder and CEO of Meaningful Business, praised the contributions of the Kenyan honorees, stating:
“Their innovation and entrepreneurial spirit position Kenya as a leading hub for impactful solutions in Africa and beyond. We are excited to support these leaders as they continue to scale their efforts over the coming years.”
This award provides winners with a platform to connect with global professionals who share a commitment to using business to drive meaningful impact.
The selection process for the MB100 awards was rigorous, with over 850 applications reviewed by a distinguished panel of judges. Notable members of the judging panel included Adam Elman of Google, Nikhil Seth of the United Nations, and Sarah Geisenheimer of the Rockefeller Foundation.
Ashok Shah, Group CEO of Apollo Investments Limited, stressed the importance of such recognition in fostering Kenya’s innovation ecosystem. Shah remarked:
“Enhancing the country’s innovation ecosystem is vital for ensuring a sustainable and prosperous future.”
Table: Kenyan MB100 Honorees
| Name | Role | Organization | Contribution Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Russo | CEO | KCB Group | Sustainability in finance |
| Lucy Mutinda | Founder & CEO | Ecocycle | Environmental sustainability |
| Camille Rebelo | Co-founder & COO | EcoPlanet Bamboo | Eco-friendly innovation |
| Biju Mohandas | Partner & Global Head of Healthcare | LeapFrog Investments | Impact-driven healthcare |