Beiersdorf joins CFO East Africa as corporate member

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One of the world's most recognised skincare brands brings its finance team into CFO East Africa's community of C-suite finance leaders.

Beiersdorf has joined CFO East Africa as a corporate member, with finance director Funlola Pearce gaining full access to the community's events, insights, and networks, alongside Gloria Hongo, commercial controlling manager, and Meelap Shah, commercial controller.

They will attend CFO summits across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda, as well as affiliated events in South Africa, including CFO Day, Executive Day and the Finance Indaba.

The package also includes print editions of CFO East Africa and CFO South Africa magazines, certificates for up to 56 hours of verifiable CPD, and invitations to the annual CFO Awards in both regions.

Beiersdorf is a German multinational personal care company with a presence in East Africa since 1982. The company's portfolio includes Nivea, Eucerin and Hansaplast, with Nivea among the largest skincare brands in the world, available in over 200 countries. 

Corporate membership is available to CFOs who would like to support the community's activities while extending growth benefits to their senior finance team members at an annual investment of $1,950. To learn more or to become a member, please contact partnerships manager Humbu Karugo at hkarugo@cfo-ea.com.

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