Global Business Leader.
Public Speaker. Community Servant.
Continual Improvement (Kaizen) Practitioner.
Marion is the current Group Chief Executive Officer, Standard Group PLC.
Previously, she was the Director of the Business Unit Bulk & Onsite at Africa Oxygen (AFROX), a Linde Company.
She is a long serving director of The Palmhouse Foundation and serves on various boards including BOC Kenya PLC, BAT PLC and Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) as Non-Executive Director.
Operations Excellence
Marion is an experienced Kaizen Practitioner. She offers her vast knowledge in managing operations using well proven tools to reduce waste.
Executive Coaching
Marion offers executive coaching both on one-on-one and team setups to help leaders unpack challenges and opportunities they face.
Portfolio
Marion is available for service in companies that aspire to dramatically improve their business results through sustainable lean solutions.
Work
PRODUCT SPECIALIST
1994 – 1996
DIVISION MANAGER
1997 – 2006
DIRECTOR, SALES AND MARKETING
2007
COUNTRY DIRECTOR, KENYA AND EAST AFRICA
2008 – 2012
GENERAL MANAGER
2013
COUNTRY MANAGER, BOTSWANA
2014 – 2017
HEAD OF ACCA
2018
MANAGING DIRECTOR
2018 – 2021
DIRECTOR OF HEALTHCARE
2021 – 2024
GROUP CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
PRESENT
Latest From My Blog
Meeting the NSE CEO: A Conversation on Growth
Yesterday I met the NSE CEO Frank Mwiti. We discussed partnerships, financial...
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Day 7 as Group CEO The Standard Group
In recognition of those who have supported me and other women.
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Standard Group welcomes new CEO
The Standard Group PLC Board of Directors welcomed the new Chief Executive...
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Starting My Journey at The Standard Group
Today I started a new role at The Standard Group. Beginnings give...
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SBS Alumna and Adjunct Faculty Member Appointed to Lead Standard Group PLC
Strathmore University Business School is proud to congratulate Marion Gathoga-Mwangi on her...
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USIU-Africa and USIU-Africa Alumni Association celebrates Marion Gathoga – Mwangi, who has been appointed the Group CEO, Standard Group
Marion has over 26 years of local and international experience including being...
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Appointment of Standard Group CEO
I love companies and the impact they have on society when they...
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Marion Mwangi appointed as Director of the Business Unit Bulk & Onsite at Africa Oxygen (AFROX)
One of the most empowering thoughts that I keep when there is...
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International Women’s Day – Improving how we improve
This International Women’s Day I had breakfast with the cfao Toyota Women....
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Direction and Focus & Alignment and Reason (Hoshni Kanri) towards making a difference
I am a witness that when women are publicly recognised, it helps...
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Marion Gathoga-Mwangi was appointed as Managing Director in July 2018. She is...
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Announcement of Change to the Board of Directors of BOC Kenya Plc
Mrs. Marion Gathoga-Mwangi has resigned as Managing Director of the Company effective...
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KAIZEN™ Spotlight: Conversations with KAIZEN™ Champion
Marion Mwangi, a Lady CEO on a mission! She is among the...
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Friday 9th April 2021 – Our perfected intention – Managing Oxygen delivery during a pandemic
After many days of coordinating and holding “everything together” we received 120T...
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Help others for the sake of your soul – Podcast with Dr. Patricia Murugami
Help others for the sake of your soul - Podcast with Dr....
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Launching of liquid oxygen supply system at KNH Othaya Annex Level 6 Hospital
Increasing Oxygen access in Kenya is a priority that will be achieved...
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Marion Mwangi and her team at BOC Gases participate in Jerusalema dance
After many months of being at the frontline; facing challenges together as...
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The Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) Board of Directors
The Kenya Association of Manufacturers Board of Directors consists of a structured...
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Marion Gathoga’s Talk on ‘How to Position Yourself for Career Growth’
Welcome to Centonomy Career Hub Webinar on 'How to Position Yourself for...
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BAT Kenya Board Announcement May 2020
Marion Gathoga-Mwangi appointed as Non-Executive Director of British American Tobacco Kenya PLC...
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The Best Planning Tool for Your 2020 Goals
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Freedom is Elimination of Fear
Marion Gathoga shares her journey to wealth creation and that she was...
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Taking BOC Bull By the Horns
Marion Gathoga-Mwangi’s resume is designed like a map from the corporate hinterlands....
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The Importance of Developing Competencies
The three competencies; Decision Quality, Boss Relationships and Approachability. Great reconnecting with...
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