Chinelo Mbanefo
Chinelo Mbanefo is a senior marketing leader with over 20 years of experience shaping enterprise growth, brand transformation, and go‑to‑market success across Africa and the Middle East. Operating at CMO level, she has scaled consumer segments from zero to $226.9M, doubled enterprise revenues, and consistently delivered 100%+ growth through customer‑centric innovation.
Her career spans leadership roles at Globacom, 9mobile, and Etisalat, where she spearheaded enterprise marketing strategies, built high‑performing teams, and launched tailored solutions for corporate and SME clients. She is recognized for her ability to combine data insights with commercial execution, driving both revenue and sustainable value creation.
Chinelo’s expertise covers marketing and sales strategy, brand and product development, digital solutions, governance, and cross‑functional leadership. She holds an MBA from ESUT Business School and a B.Sc. in Accounting from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, alongside certifications in strategic leadership, brand management, and operational excellence.
Passionate about innovation and impact, Chinelo thrives on building meaningful networks and enjoys swimming, traveling, and reading outside of work.