Joyce Kibe on Fitness, Marketing and the StanChart Nairobi Marathon

29/09/2025 46 min

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We’re thrilled to feature an illuminating conversation with Joyce Kibe, Head of Corporate Affairs, Brand & Marketing, Kenya & Africa at Standard Chartered in our latest #WordsOnWellness episode.Joyce shares candid reflections, from growing up with big dreams, falling in love with marketing, to embracing sport (boxing, running, dancing) as an anchor in her life.She opens up on:- Her 2021 birthday challenge of running 7 days a week for 30 days- Breaking a personal record in the half marathon (2023) and targeting a sub-7 in July 2024- How she trained with Coach Dedan, stayed consistent, and built synergy between motherhood & sport- Leading roles across Kenya, Nigeria, UK & Zimbabwe, and the values that guide her- Joining Standard Chartered Bank in 2021- Spearheading the 20th StanChart Nairobi Marathon: over 22,000 runners, 95+ nationalities, and record sponsorship of KSh 173M- Working with Running groups, Sponsors, taking and incorporating feedback.- This year's Stanchart Nairobi Marathon; participation goals, sponsorship ambitions, and nurturing local athletic talent.- The Stanchart Running Club, its importance to staff wellness and how it feeds into the marathon