Diana Apio-Kasyate

A leader who understands both the formal handshake and the grassroots hustle. She knows how to unlock, connect, mobilise and make things move. A strategic thinker and people-first professional, Diana has danced gracefully between the public, development and private sectors, and even sprinkled some newsroom dust in between, leading key storytelling processes in mainstream media and corporate. She brings a unique blend of shared learnings, networks and experiences from multiple sectors.

Her career spans over 20 years across 15 African countries in strategic advisory, public and corporate affairs – government, public & international relations, regulatory and stakeholder management, Communication and brand management, programme development and Sustainability.

From FMCG to service sector, manufacturing to development sector, emerging local to established multi-national brands, boardrooms to communities, Diana brings smarts, strategy, and serious charm to the table. She has led the public Affairs, Communication and Sustainability docket at Coca-Cola East & Central Africa Franchise, as well as the Corporate and Regulatory Affairs Docket at British American Tobacco Uganda, among others. Diana has also interacted closely with various regional business, economic and trade blocs in Africa. She’s also held board and advisory roles. She’s seasoned and passionate about leveraging her skills, networks and experience to make a positive impact in Africa.

When she’s not co-creating strategies, helping businesses navigate volatile  landscapes, or shaping stakeholder relations and helping brands position and tell their story distinctively, she is probably mentoring, advising, or championing an initiative that puts people first – with tact and style.