DR. RUTH KIRAKA is a lecturer in Entrepreneurship skills development and Strategic Management. She holds a PHD in International Development and Management. Dr. Kiraka has worked as a program manager and as a development management consultant. She has provided advice to organizations in managerial functions such as strategic planning and staffing, as well as fundraising activities. Dr. Kiraka has also been involved in research and was an Academic Researcher in The Public Sector Research Unit, Victoria University, Australia. Currently she is a Senior Lecturer, Strathmore University.

Dr.Margaret Kobia is a Lecturer in Management, Entrepreneurship and Research Methodology. She is currently the Director and Chief Executive of Kenya Institute of Administration. Dr. Kobia has vast experience in Management and has been the Deputy Registrar and Director, Students’ Welfare Services Board. She has also worked with the Commission for Higher Education as the Assistant Commission Secretary. Dr. Kobia is a recipient of The Ministry of education Scholarship and Leadership Grant Scholarship from General Board of Global Ministries. Dr. Kobia is also involved in research is currently writing three teaching cases for Business Schools in Africa through International Finance Corporation (IFC) [World Bank Group] sponsored program (Ongoing). She has also undertaken research in the areas of Small and Medium Enterprises in Kenya, Regulation and quality Assurance Mechanisms for Transnational Commercial Education Providers in Kenya among others.

Doctor of Business Administration, Boston University

Master of Business Administration, IESE Business School, University of Navarra

Degree in Law, University of Murcia

E-mail: finiesta@iese.edu

Ph.D. in Management, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

Master of Business Administration, IESE Business School, University of Navarra

Bachelor's degree in Physical Science, University of Barcelona

E-mail: cardona@iese.edu

Ph.D. in Management, IESE, University of Navarra

Master of Business Administration, University of Cape Town, South Africa

Bachelor of Arts, University of South Africa

E-mail: miller@iese.edu

Doctor Ingeniero Industrial, Universidad Politécnica de Cataluña

Doctor en Teología, Universidad de Navarra

Licenciado en Ciencias Químicas, Universidad de Barcelona

Catedrático de Tecnologías Químicas Especiales (en excedencia)

E-mail: mele@iese.edu

Doctor of Philosophy (Economics), University of Chicago

M.A. (Economics), University of Chicago

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Universidad Catholic de Chile

E-mail: videla@iese.edu

Dr Silas Onyango is a lecturer in Financial Engineering. He has a Doctorate in Financial Mathematics. Dr. Onyango has headed committees charged with the responsibility of developing courses including Bsc. (Actuarial Science), Bsc. (Applied Statistics), PHD-Applied Statistics, Maseno University. Dr. Onyango is a member of The Bachelier Finance Society and Bernouli Society. Dr. Onyango focuses his research on Financial Mathematics and his ongoing research currently is logistic Brownian motions and application in Finance. Dr. Onyango has made distinguished presentations, both locally and abroad. He is a recipient of the Kenya Government Scholarship (PHD) and won Government of Kenya Grant to mount Statistical Training Course for non-statisticians in Western Kenya at Maseno University, Kenya.

Doctor of Philosophy (Management), Northwestern University

Master of Business Administration, IESE Business School, University of Navarra

B.S. Industrial Engineering, Universidad Simón Bolívar

E-mail: eweber@iese.edu

Profile not available

Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering, University of California-Berkeley

Doctor of Civil Engineering, E.T.S.I.C.C.P. Barcelona

Master of Engineering, University of California-Berkeley

E-mail: sabria@iese.edu

PATRICK WAHOME GAKURU is a lecturer in Strategy and Entrepreneurship. He has a PhD in Public Policy and Administration. Dr Gakuru has held several senior positions in the Industry. He has undertaken several consultancies in the industry and been a facilitator and trainer for senior level staff skills development in a number of key companies in Kenya. Dr. Gakuru is a lead consultant with VAS consultants Ltd. In the development of Strategic Plan for Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority (TARDA). He is currently involved in Research and Consultancy with the University of Nairobi and Strathmore University.

Ph.D. in Economics and Business Management, IESE Business School, University of Navarra

Master of Business Adminstration, IESE Business School, University of Navarra

B.A. in Law, University of Barcelona

E-mail: chinchilla@iese.edu

Ph.D. in Political Science and Sociology, Universidad Pontifícia de Salamanca

Master of Business Administration, IESE Business School, University of Navarra

Degree in Law, Complutense University of Madrid

E-mail: alvarezdemon@iese.edu

Biography

Dr. Santiago Alvarez de Mon is professor in the department of managing people in organizations. His areas of interest include employee participation, cooperative labor relations, transforming leadership: initiative and personal creativity, interpersonal relationships in companies: communication, high performance team keys.

Areas of interest

* Coaching, personnel development and management careers * Leadership talent and character * Keys to building high performance teams * Process of human learning: learning to unlearn

Doctor of Business Administration, University of Barcelona

Master of Business Administration, IESE Business School, University of Navarra

E-mail: eabascal@iese.edu

Link: Eduardo Martínez Abascal personal webpage

Biography

Dr. Eduardo Martinez Abascal is professor in the department of financial management. His areas of specialization include capital markets, market efficiency, portfolio management and mutual funds and initial public offerings.

Areas of interest

* Capital markets * Market efficiency * Portfolio management and mutual funds * Initial public offerings

Mr. Chris Ogbechie has his first degree from Manchester University and MBA from Manchester Business School. He has wide experience in marketing and strategy derived from his work as Head of Marketing/Sales at Nestle Nigeria, Xerox and from his consulting work with Nigerian firms over the years. While in Nestle he had wide international exposure in Malaysia, Singapore and Switzerland.His current research interests are in strategy and corporate governance. His recent publications are – Dynamics of the Nigerian consumer banking market and Challenges of strategic planning in Nigeria. He has been involved with several start-ups and he is on the board of several companies. He teaches strategy in the school.

Ph.D. in Managerial Science and Applied Economics, Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania

Master of Business Administration, IESE Business School, University of Navarra

Bachelor’s degree in Business and Economics, University of Barcelona

Degree in Law, University of Barcelona

E-mail: santoma@iese.edu

Doctor of Philosophy (Economics), University of Chicago

M.A. (Economics), University of Chicago

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Universidad Catholic de Chile

E-mail: videla@iese.edu

Professor John Odhiambo is a lecturer in Mathematics and Statistics. He is currently the Vice-Chancellor, Strathmore University. He has a PHD in Statistics from the University of Nairobi. Professor Odhiambo is a member of several professional bodies including International Biometric Society, the Kenya Mathematical Society and the Kenya Meteorological Society among others. Professor Odhiambo has exemplary industrial experience and has served as Consultant Statistician to the Population Council and Rockefeller Foundation's Africa Regional Program. He is also the Chairman of the Governing Council of the Kenya Inter-University Network of Mathematics and Computer Science Institutions and the Chairman International Biometric Society, Group Kenya. Professor Odhiambo is a recipient of The Tutorial Fellowship award and Commonwealth Academic Staff Fellowship among other awards. He is also involved in research and has written numerous published articles, among them, Strengthening Teaching and Research in Mathematics in the Country and The Potential of Group Screening Designs in Management of AIDS crisis in Africa.

Dr.Joseph Sevilla is a lecturer is a lecturer in IT and MIS Strategy. Dr. Sevilla has a PHD (BioInformatics) from TECNUN, University of Navarre. Dr. Sevilla has been involved in a number of consultancy jobs with local firms (e.g. Data Equipment Ltd. and Deloitte and Touché). He has also worked in the design and implementation of several computer installations and networks. As a member of several committees formed by the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Research, Technical Training and Technology, he has advised on the drafting of national policies in computer education, the setting up of a national syllabus and the adoption of a national strategy policy. He has also act as an advisor to the Directorate of Industrial Training in issues related to computer training and the Kenya Bureau of Standards. He has been an active member of the “East African Internet Association” and the “Computer Society of Kenya” where he has been a member of the Executive Board and the Education Committee respectively. Dr. Sevilla is also involved in research and has written published documents including, Transactions on Computational Biology and Bioinformatics and: Genomic analysis and rapid biological annotation of cDNA microarray and proteomic data, among others.

KAMAU KURIA is an expert in Project management and Strategy. He has a Masters of Business Administration (Small Business and Marketing), Concordia University and is a member of The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya. Mr. Kuria has worked in the industry extensively and is currently the Regional Head of Change at Barclays Bank. He has solid experience in financial evaluations and feasibility studies and has carried out assignments with regards to the same, for The World Bank, Bamburi Cement, Security Printers Ltd. among other companies. Mr. Kuria has a strong entrepreneurial and commercial experience gained in founding and running his own company, Quantum Consultants Ltd. He is a recipient of the Prestigious Leadership Award in 2000 for the whole of the African Great Plains (now Microsoft Business Solutions)

Laila Macharia is a lecturer in straddling law and business such as Business Law, Business Values and Ethics, Survey of the Legal Environment of Business and Cross-Cultural Management. She obtained her Master of Laws and Doctorate in Law from the prestigious Stanford Law School. Laila Macharia is an outstanding Academician and has been the recipient of several Academic Honors and Awards, among them Fellowship, Stanford Program in International Legal Studies, 1999-2000 and John M. Olin Scholarship in Law and Economics. She also has professional experience and is currently the deputy Director, USAID and is the Senior Regional Anti-Corruption Advisor/Cognitive Technical Officer. Mrs. Macharia also has international experience, having worked with Clifford Chance, USA, as a Corporate Associate and also The Global Fund for Women, California, USA as a Program Officer.

Ph.D. in Management, IESE, University of Navarra

Master of Business Administration, University of Chicago

Bachelor in Management Science, ESADE-UPC

E-mail: renart@iese.edu

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DR. RUTH KIRAKA is a lecturer in Entrepreneurship skills development and Strategic Management. She holds a PHD in International Development and Management. Dr. Kiraka has worked as a program manager and as a development management consultant. She has provided advice to organizations in managerial functions such as strategic planning and staffing, as well as fundraising activities. Dr. Kiraka has also been involved in research and was an Academic Researcher in The Public Sector Research Unit, Victoria University, Australia. Currently she is a Senior Lecturer, Strathmore University.

Dr.Margaret Kobia is a Lecturer in Management, Entrepreneurship and Research Methodology. She is currently the Director and Chief Executive of Kenya Institute of Administration. Dr. Kobia has vast experience in Management and has been the Deputy Registrar and Director, Students’ Welfare Services Board. She has also worked with the Commission for Higher Education as the Assistant Commission Secretary. Dr. Kobia is a recipient of The Ministry of education Scholarship and Leadership Grant Scholarship from General Board of Global Ministries. Dr. Kobia is also involved in research is currently writing three teaching cases for Business Schools in Africa through International Finance Corporation (IFC) [World Bank Group] sponsored program (Ongoing). She has also undertaken research in the areas of Small and Medium Enterprises in Kenya, Regulation and quality Assurance Mechanisms for Transnational Commercial Education Providers in Kenya among others.

Doctor of Business Administration, Boston University

Master of Business Administration, IESE Business School, University of Navarra

Degree in Law, University of Murcia

E-mail: finiesta@iese.edu

Ph.D. in Management, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

Master of Business Administration, IESE Business School, University of Navarra

Bachelor's degree in Physical Science, University of Barcelona

E-mail: cardona@iese.edu

Ph.D. in Management, IESE, University of Navarra

Master of Business Administration, University of Cape Town, South Africa

Bachelor of Arts, University of South Africa

E-mail: miller@iese.edu

Doctor Ingeniero Industrial, Universidad Politécnica de Cataluña

Doctor en Teología, Universidad de Navarra

Licenciado en Ciencias Químicas, Universidad de Barcelona

Catedrático de Tecnologías Químicas Especiales (en excedencia)

E-mail: mele@iese.edu

Doctor of Philosophy (Economics), University of Chicago

M.A. (Economics), University of Chicago

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Universidad Catholic de Chile

E-mail: videla@iese.edu

Dr Silas Onyango is a lecturer in Financial Engineering. He has a Doctorate in Financial Mathematics. Dr. Onyango has headed committees charged with the responsibility of developing courses including Bsc. (Actuarial Science), Bsc. (Applied Statistics), PHD-Applied Statistics, Maseno University. Dr. Onyango is a member of The Bachelier Finance Society and Bernouli Society. Dr. Onyango focuses his research on Financial Mathematics and his ongoing research currently is logistic Brownian motions and application in Finance. Dr. Onyango has made distinguished presentations, both locally and abroad. He is a recipient of the Kenya Government Scholarship (PHD) and won Government of Kenya Grant to mount Statistical Training Course for non-statisticians in Western Kenya at Maseno University, Kenya.

Doctor of Philosophy (Management), Northwestern University

Master of Business Administration, IESE Business School, University of Navarra

B.S. Industrial Engineering, Universidad Simón Bolívar

E-mail: eweber@iese.edu

Profile not available

Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering, University of California-Berkeley

Doctor of Civil Engineering, E.T.S.I.C.C.P. Barcelona

Master of Engineering, University of California-Berkeley

E-mail: sabria@iese.edu

PATRICK WAHOME GAKURU is a lecturer in Strategy and Entrepreneurship. He has a PhD in Public Policy and Administration. Dr Gakuru has held several senior positions in the Industry. He has undertaken several consultancies in the industry and been a facilitator and trainer for senior level staff skills development in a number of key companies in Kenya. Dr. Gakuru is a lead consultant with VAS consultants Ltd. In the development of Strategic Plan for Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority (TARDA). He is currently involved in Research and Consultancy with the University of Nairobi and Strathmore University.

Ph.D. in Economics and Business Management, IESE Business School, University of Navarra

Master of Business Adminstration, IESE Business School, University of Navarra

B.A. in Law, University of Barcelona

E-mail: chinchilla@iese.edu

Ph.D. in Political Science and Sociology, Universidad Pontifícia de Salamanca

Master of Business Administration, IESE Business School, University of Navarra

Degree in Law, Complutense University of Madrid

E-mail: alvarezdemon@iese.edu

Biography

Dr. Santiago Alvarez de Mon is professor in the department of managing people in organizations. His areas of interest include employee participation, cooperative labor relations, transforming leadership: initiative and personal creativity, interpersonal relationships in companies: communication, high performance team keys.

Areas of interest

* Coaching, personnel development and management careers * Leadership talent and character * Keys to building high performance teams * Process of human learning: learning to unlearn

Doctor of Business Administration, University of Barcelona

Master of Business Administration, IESE Business School, University of Navarra

E-mail: eabascal@iese.edu

Link: Eduardo Martínez Abascal personal webpage

Biography

Dr. Eduardo Martinez Abascal is professor in the department of financial management. His areas of specialization include capital markets, market efficiency, portfolio management and mutual funds and initial public offerings.

Areas of interest

* Capital markets * Market efficiency * Portfolio management and mutual funds * Initial public offerings

Mr. Chris Ogbechie has his first degree from Manchester University and MBA from Manchester Business School. He has wide experience in marketing and strategy derived from his work as Head of Marketing/Sales at Nestle Nigeria, Xerox and from his consulting work with Nigerian firms over the years. While in Nestle he had wide international exposure in Malaysia, Singapore and Switzerland.His current research interests are in strategy and corporate governance. His recent publications are – Dynamics of the Nigerian consumer banking market and Challenges of strategic planning in Nigeria. He has been involved with several start-ups and he is on the board of several companies. He teaches strategy in the school.

Ph.D. in Managerial Science and Applied Economics, Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania

Master of Business Administration, IESE Business School, University of Navarra

Bachelor’s degree in Business and Economics, University of Barcelona

Degree in Law, University of Barcelona

E-mail: santoma@iese.edu