Women Par Excellence

Women Par Excellence is excited to be back and on rotation! 💜 Welcome to Season 3, where our conversations are now industry-led, spotlighting women whose expertise and lived experiences help us understand the industries shaping our everyday lives.

Starting us off is Customer Experience.

In this episode, “Experience Conversations,” host Myra Maloba sits down with Carolyne Gathuru, a Customer Experience, Leadership & Culture Change Strategist with over 25 years of experience.

Together, they explore the relationship between leadership, workplace culture, employee experience and the service customers ultimately receive. We also meet the woman behind the expertise, discovering her journey and what drives her passion for transformation.

As we look ahead to Customer Service Week, this conversation asks:

• Are organisations delivering on their brand promises?
• How does the way employees are treated influence customer experience?
• What role do leaders play in building a culture of care?
• What does it take to make people feel valued beyond the celebrations?

Whether you’re a business owner, team leader, customer experience professional or someone who cares about better service, this episode offers plenty to reflect on.

💬 What’s one experience that made you feel truly valued as a customer? Share your story in the comments.

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Behind every successful brand is a story that few people get to hear.

In this episode of Women Par Excellence: Behind The Titles, Myra Maloba sits down with Nicole Okwiri, the visionary founder behind Coko's Abode, for an honest conversation about entrepreneurship, purpose, resilience, and the realities of building something meaningful.

Nicole shares her journey beyond the business—the sacrifices, the lessons, the discipline required to stay consistent, and the courage to keep showing up even when no one sees the work happening behind the scenes.

This isn't just a conversation about business. It's about leadership, intentional living, independence, and becoming the woman behind the title.

If you're an entrepreneur, creative, business leader, or simply looking for inspiration, this episode is for you.

In this episode: • Building a purpose-driven brand • The realities of entrepreneurship • Consistency and discipline • Growth, leadership and independence • The unseen work behind success • Lessons from Nicole Okwiri's journey

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Bernadette "Bernie" Samura shares her remarkable journey in midwifery, leadership, and career growth in this inspiring Women Par Excellence Podcast episode hosted by Myra Maloba Maina.

Bernadette "Bernie" Samura, a seasoned midwifery professional and respected consultant, has grown in a career dedicated to improving maternal and child health. Drawing from years of experience, Bernie shares valuable insights on leadership, career growth, resilience, navigating workplace challenges, and the importance of purpose-driven service.

Whether you are a healthcare professional, an aspiring leader, an entrepreneur, or simply someone seeking inspiration, this conversation offers practical wisdom and powerful lessons on building a meaningful career while making a difference in the lives of others.

🔹 Leadership and career growth
🔹 Women in healthcare and professional excellence
🔹 Workplace dynamics and career navigation
🔹 Resilience, purpose, and personal development
🔹 Lessons from a lifetime of service and impact

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What does it truly mean to lead — not just hold a title, but shape culture, inspire others, and stay rooted in purpose?

In this powerful episode of Women Par Excellence, host Myra Maloba sits down with fellow podcaster and thought leader Reena Gore for a candid, soul-stirring conversation about leadership in its fullest form. Together, they explore what it takes to lead with authenticity, how women navigate spaces that weren't always built for them, and why the journey beyond the title is where real growth begins.

Whether you're a seasoned executive, an emerging leader, or someone still finding your voice — this conversation is for you.

In this episode:
• What leadership really looks like beyond rank and title
• The shared threads in Myra's and Reena's podcasting journeys
• Navigating identity, influence, and impact as women in leadership
• Why vulnerability is not a weakness — it's a leadership superpower
• Lessons learned from stepping into spaces that challenge you

🎙 Women Par Excellence is a podcast dedicated to amplifying women who are leading with excellence — in boardrooms, communities, and beyond.

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Episode 3: The Power Table brings together bold, brilliant women who are leading, building, and redefining what influence looks like. This is where real stories meet real impact.

Join @myramalobamaina alongside @olivegitau, @dee_mcogana, and @anyangonyamori for a conversation that reminds us: where women lead, power follows.

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What happens when women stop waiting for permission and start building their own tables? 👑✨

In Episode 2 of Women Par Excellence Podcast, host Myra Maloba Maina sits down with Michelle Kagari for an inspiring conversation on leadership, resilience, breaking barriers, and creating opportunities where none existed.

This episode is a powerful reminder that excellence is not given — it’s created through courage, vision, and determination.

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In an era defined by rapid change and economic uncertainty, how do leaders stay grounded, grow others, and still secure the capital needed to scale? In this thought-provoking episode, Host Myra Maloba sits down with Jane Mburia, CEO of Leads Insights Africa Consulting, to unpack the intersection of leadership, mentorship, and venture capital fundraising in unpredictable environments.

Drawing from her extensive experience advising organizations and leaders across Africa, Jane shares candid insights on what it takes to lead with clarity and resilience when the path forward isn’t always clear. The conversation dives deep into how mentorship serves as a stabilizing force—not only for individual growth but also for building stronger, future-ready businesses.

Together, Myra and Jane explore the realities of raising capital in uncertain markets, offering practical guidance for founders, entrepreneurs, and leaders navigating the complexities of investor expectations, risk, and opportunity.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✨ How to lead with confidence and adaptability during uncertain times

✨ Why mentorship is a critical tool for leadership development and decision-making

✨ The evolving landscape of venture capital and fundraising in emerging markets

✨ Key strategies founders can use to attract and retain investor interest

✨ The importance of storytelling, credibility, and relationships in capital raising

✨ Lessons from real-world leadership and advisory experiences

Whether you're a startup founder, an executive leader, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone passionate about growth and impact, this conversation delivers actionable insights to help you navigate uncertainty with purpose and strategy.

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💬 Join the conversation: What challenges have you faced in leadership or fundraising during uncertain times? Share your thoughts below.

What does it truly take to grow as a leader in today’s fast-evolving world? In this powerful and insightful episode, Host Myra Maloba sits down with Jane Mburia, CEO of Leads Insights Africa Consulting, for an engaging conversation on The Mentorship Multiplier and its transformative impact on leadership.

Jane brings a wealth of experience and practical wisdom as she breaks down how mentorship goes beyond guidance—it becomes a catalyst for exponential personal and professional growth. Together, Myra and Jane explore how intentional mentorship relationships can shape confident leaders, strengthen organizational culture, and drive sustainable success.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

✨ What the “Mentorship Multiplier” really means and why it matters

✨ The role of mentorship in developing impactful, values-driven leaders

✨ How leaders can effectively mentor others while continuing to grow themselves

✨ Real-life insights and experiences from Jane’s leadership journey

✨ Practical tips for finding, building, and sustaining meaningful mentorship relationships

Whether you’re an aspiring leader, an experienced executive, or someone passionate about growth, this conversation offers valuable perspectives you won’t want to miss.

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Share your thoughts in the comments—What has mentorship meant in your leadership journey?

As we conclude this powerful Breast Cancer Awareness theme on Women Par Excellence, the conversation goes deeper — reflecting on healing, life after diagnosis, and the enduring strength found in sisterhood.

In this final part, Njoki Kamau and Salome Mwangi share lessons learned, the importance of continued awareness, and why telling these stories matters for women everywhere. It’s a reminder that survival is not the end of the journey, but the beginning of renewed purpose and advocacy.

Catch Part 2 and the conclusion as we wrap up a theme rooted in courage, hope, and collective strength.

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In this episode of Women Par Excellence, we explore the power of strength, survival, and sisterhood through the lens of breast cancer awareness.

Our guests share deeply personal journeys that remind us of the importance of early detection, mental resilience, and support networks in the fight against cancer.

Njoki Kamau, 52, was diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC) in July 2023. Her story sheds light on navigating treatment, maintaining hope, and redefining courage in the face of uncertainty.

Salome Mwangi, 41, a mother to a teenage son, was diagnosed in 2017. She opens up about life after treatment, parenting through recovery, and using her experience to inspire others walking the same path.

This episode is a powerful conversation on healing, awareness, and the community that uplifts women through their most challenging battles.

Produced in proud partnership with DadaSoko, NiPlug, and Icon Radio.