My Chat With a Bank CEO
My Chat with a Bank CEO is a unique interactive event presented by the Kenya Bankers Association (KBA).
About My Chat with a Bank CEO
Enhancing Access to Bank Loans: Empowering Households, Businesses, and Communities Growth
My Chat with a Bank CEO is a unique interactive event presented by
the Kenya Bankers Association (KBA). Thousands of bank customers
participate in the #CEOChat sessions, where Chief Executive Officers
share insights and receive feedback on key banking aspects. Previous editions have reached millions of people online, offering banks valuable visibility and thought leadership opportunities.
The October-November 2025 edition will focus on the banking industry’s
commitment to leveraging the new loan pricing formula, Kenya Shilling Overnight Interbank Average (KESONIA), to support households, individuals, MSMEs, youth, women, PWD-led enterprises, and the wider economy.
This Six-week program will feature six bank CEOs, each addressing a specific topic. Each CEO will host a 40-minute session, structured as follows:
- 5-minute introduction by the moderator
- 15-minute talk/remarks by the CEO
- 10-minute Q&A session facilitated by the moderator
- 5-minute closing remarks by the CEO
- 5-minute wrap-up by the moderator and preview of the next chat
Upcoming Chats
George Odhiambo
Managing Director, National Bank of Kenya
Thursday, 20th November 2025 | 10:00am – 11:00am (EAT)
Topic: Innovative Financing Solutions for MSMEs: Opportunities and Challenges
Overview
As MSMEs continue to power Kenya’s economy, innovation in financing is crucial to their sustainability. From credit guarantee schemes to digital lending and blended finance, new approaches are redefining access to affordable capital. This session will unpack these opportunities and the challenges MSMEs face in leveraging them, offering practical guidance for entrepreneurs to build resilience and scale.
