John has a true passion for creating campaigns, platforms and products that give people “their voice”. An accomplished communication professional with over 26 years of management and practitioner experience, he is fueled by a stubborn streak of intellectual curiosity.
A successful period as an on-air personality, producer, (KBC/Reuters) preceded a new age communication specialist career; designing and implementing custom made solutions in the private and public sector. His diverse experiences (as a broadcast journalist, producer, PR consultant, Lobbyist, Brand Management, Corporate Affairs), enables comprehension of the fast-evolving nature of communication products and business.
As CEO, he pursues Creative Leadership: the ability to create an environment in which creativity thrives while allowing individuals to lead and grow in their areas.
Doubling up as Chief Product Officer, John is responsible for SafiriSalama.com’s concept and product opportunity identification & evaluation, product development & design, product project management and product marketing.
He possesses a strong ability to interrogate and communicate both small and big ideas to colleagues, make presentations to stakeholders, and field media in one-on-one interviews.
Executive Strengths:
Creative Leadership| Product Development | Relationship Management | Corporate Communication| Media Management| Crisis Management| Commercial and Financial Awareness | Client Love | Product & Community Balance | Intellectual Property Strategy
Education:
BA, Literature, Theatre Arts, University of Nairobi
PG Diploma, Journalism, University of Nairobi