CEO Summit Uganda women’s leadership with the LEAN Forward Modular Program
KAMPALA – In a remarkable celebration of leadership, women’s empowerment, and resilience, the CEO Summit Uganda graduated its second cohort of women leaders from the LEAN Forward Modular Program on Thursday, 16th January 2025.
The program is an open leadership development initiative that brings together women leaders from diverse backgrounds, companies, and sectors. It is designed to address the unique challenges women face in leadership by equipping participants with the tools, strategies, and confidence needed to thrive in both their professional and personal arenas.
The six-month program, which combines workshops, interactive modules, and personal development plans, culminated in a celebration of 16 trailblazing women who completed the program and are now poised to make a lasting impact in their industries and communities.
Speaking during the graduation ceremony, Mr. Stephen Mukasa, Managing Director of CEO Summit Uganda, applauded the graduates for their resilience and commitment to growth. He reiterated CEO Summit’s dedication to closing the leadership gender gap, which remains a significant challenge globally.
He said, “Today, we celebrate the journey you have walked with the LEAN Forward Modular program and a movement aimed at redefining leadership in Uganda. LEAN Forward is a platform for breaking barriers, shattering glass ceilings, and inspiring innovation. We eagerly anticipate seeing all that you will accomplish with the knowledge you have acquired.”
The program’s focus on empowerment resonated deeply with the participants. Ms Emily Nakanga, Business Planning and Performance Manager at Uganda National Oil Company and the class president, shared how this experience is just the beginning of their journey and has transformed their approach to leadership, enabling them to embrace their unique strengths and drive meaningful change in their organizations.
