The Standard Group PLC has announced changes in its Board, with the appointment of two new members and the resignation of three directors.
In a notice dated Monday, September 8, the board confirmed the appointment of Edward Mwasi as an Independent/Non-Executive Director and Laila Denise Cherobon as a Non-Executive Director.
According to the Board, Mwasi, a seasoned Media Strategy and Innovation Consultant, brings with him three decades of experience spanning publishing, design, governance, and digital transformation.
"Edward currently serves as a Media Strategy and Innovation Consultant at the Center for Business Innovation & Training (CBIT). Previously, he served as the CEO, Kenya Yearbook Editorial Board (KYEB). Edward began his career in the creative sector, serving as a Creative Director at an advertising agency before joining the Nation Media Group, where he rose to become Chief Graphic Designer.
"Beyond media, Edward has been instrumental in strengthening governance structures across Kenya where he has trained Board and Commission Secretariats on applying technology to improve workplace efficiency, decision-making, and service delivery," the notice read.
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Edward is a graduate of the University of Nairobi's Faculty of Architecture, Design and Development.
On the other hand, Cherobon, who has over a decade of experience in corporate strategy, revenue growth, and media innovation, has been described as a visionary strategist with a strong track record in digital transformation and business leadership.
“Cherobon has successfully led digital transformation, business development and product development initiatives as Chief Strategy Officer at The Standard Group PLC and sits on the Advisory Board of the International News Media Association (INMA), where she champions collaboration, innovation, and best-practice sharing across African media houses," the notice further read.
Laila holds a BA (Hons) in Business Management, University of Sunderland (UK) a Higher National Diploma (Distinction), and certifications in Project and Strategic Management, and is currently pursuing an Executive Master's in Public Policy Management at Strathmore Business School.
In the same statement, the media group announced the resignation of Albert Sigei, Christine Muthui and Chris Otundo as Directors of the Company.
“The Board further wishes to announce the resignation of Mr. Albert Sigei, Ms. Christine Muthui and Mr. Chris Otundo, as Directors of the Company. The Board and Management takes this opportunity to thank Mr. Sigei, Ms. Muthui and Mr. Otundo for their sustained and exemplary contribution to The Standard Group PLC and wish them the very best for the future," the notice concluded.
The new changes come months after Standard Group announced the appointment of Chaacha Mwita as the Acting Group Chief Executive Officer.
In an announcement on Wednesday, July 2, the company said the appointment followed the resignation of Marion Gathoga Mwangi, who exited the role on Monday, June 30.
"Pursuant to the provisions of Regulation 10 of the Thirteenth Schedule of the Capital Markets (Public Offers, Listings and Disclosures) Regulations, 2023, the Board of Directors of The Standard Group PLC (“the Company”) wishes to notify its shareholders and the general public of the appointment of Mr. Chaacha Mwita as Ag. Group Chief Executive Officer of the Company, effective 1st July 2025. He has also been appointed as an Executive Director to the Board," the statement read.
The company said Mwita brings to the role over 20 years of experience in journalism, leadership, and policy engagement across both locally and internationally.
He has previously served as the Editorial Director at the Standard Group and most recently as a member of its Board.
