The Board of Directors at Zenith Bank Plc has announced the appointment of Dr. Juliet Ehimuan as a Non-Executive Director of the bank, effective from August 29, 2023. This news underlies the bank’s commitment to bringing aboard top-tier talent with diverse and impactful backgrounds.
The disclosure was made through a corporate action filing with the Nigerian Exchange, and the official statement, signed by Company Secretary Michael Osilama Otu, highlights the achievement of Dr Juliet Ehimuan. Her appointment has also been confirmed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) as per the statement.
The statement read.
The Board of Directors of Zenith Bank Pl is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Juliet Ehimuan as a Non-Executive Director of the Bank effective August 29, 2023. Accordingly, this has been confirmed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
This appointment follows closely on the heels of Dr. Ehimuan’s resignation from Google two months ago, where she served as the company’s first West Africa Director. On LinkedIn, she expressed her intention to explore a broader role within the regional technology landscape after her 12-year journey with Google.
She looks forward to leveraging her experience and expertise to further enhance the technology ecosystem in the region. During her tenure at Google, Dr. Ehimuan spearheaded significant initiatives, including the inaugural Google for Africa event in 2012.
At this event held in Lagos, Google’s CEO Sundar Pichai announced the company’s commitment to training 10 million Africans in digital skills, supporting the development of 100,000 developers in web and mobile development, and launching a Google for Startups accelerator for Africa.
Dr Juliet Ehimuan’s remarkable feat in the tech industry and beyond
She is the Founder and CEO of Beyond Limits, a tech-driven company that aims to push the boundaries of innovation. Forbes recognized Dr. Ehimuan’s influence by naming her one of the top 20 power women in Africa.
Her impact has been acknowledged by institutions like the London Business School, which selected her as one of 30 people changing the world. She has also been recognized as one of the Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD).
Her achievements extend to global media platforms, as she was featured in the BBC Africa Power Women series and CNN Innovate Africa. With an impressive career spanning over 25 years in industries ranging from Technology to Oil and Gas and New Media across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, Dr. Juliet Ehimuan has established herself as a leading voice in innovation, transformation, and leadership.
What to expect
Dr. Juliet Ehimuan’s appointment to Zenith Bank Plc’s Board of Directors brings a fresh perspective, rich experience, and a dynamic approach to leadership.
Her impressive track record of driving innovation and her commitment to empowering the African technology landscape make her a valuable addition to the bank’s team.
As she takes on her new role, the financial and tech sectors in Nigeria eagerly await the positive impact she is bound to make.
