Gedion Kimutai

Four HR leaders, I&M Bank Tanzania's Erica Mboya, Fresh Del Monte's Gedion Kimutai, Prudential Uganda's Susan Kabedha and IDI's Paul Rumanda Rugambwa speak with openness about fathers, the cultures that silence them and why the seeds planted at home grow far beyond the family.

Gedion Kimutai, the country human resources manager at Fresh Del Monte Kenya, sees HR as a bridge between people’s aspirations and organisational goals. His approach to HR blends systems with soul, ensuring that policies serve people, not the other way around.

As AI takes over the repetitive work, HR leaders are finding time to focus on culture, talent and judgement. Senior HR leaders Milton Owor and Gedion Kimutai see the shift as less about replacing people and more about redefining where human effort adds the most value, as administrative tasks give way to more strategic, people-centred work.

HR plays a critical role in driving business success, yet many HR leaders still struggle to secure a strong voice at the executive table. Prudential Assurance Uganda CHRO Susan Kabedha, Crystal Ventures director of HR and administration Ines Kayitesi and Fresh Del Monte Kenya country human resources manager Gedion Kimutai share why HR must be positioned as a strategic leadership function.

Gedion Kimutai, the country human resources manager at Fresh Del Monte Kenya, believes HR is a craft rooted in empathy, balance and understanding. His journey reflects a deep commitment to people and purpose.