Betty Korir
Betty Maritim Korir | |
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| Born | c. 1971 Kenya |
| Occupation(s) | Lawyer, corporate executive |
| Years active | 2013–present |
| Known for | CEO of Credit Bank |
Betty Maritim Korir (born approximately 1971 as Betty Maritim) is a Kenyan lawyer and corporate executive currently holding the positions of managing director and chief executive officer at Credit Bank, a commercial banking institution operating within Kenya, the largest economy in East Africa.
Early life and education
Korir was born in Kenya during the 1970s. She completed a Bachelor of Education degree at Moi University in 2001. In 2005, she earned the Associate designation from the Chartered Institute of Bankers (ACIB) through the Kenya Institute of Bankers.
In 2016, Korir further enhanced her qualifications by obtaining both an MBA from the University of Nairobi and a Bachelor of Laws degree from the Catholic University of Eastern Africa. Additionally, that year she achieved certification as a Chartered Credit Analyst from the Global Academy of Finance and Management.
Career
Korir began her tenure at Credit Bank in June 2013 as Head of Credit Risk. Within a year, she was promoted to Head of Credit, a position she maintained for more than three years. In October 2017, she was elevated to the role of CEO, initially serving on an acting basis.
During her leadership as CEO, Korir has emphasized supporting financing initiatives for small and medium enterprises. Her stewardship contributed to Credit Bank receiving the Best Commercial Bank Governance Award in 2018.
Other considerations
By March 2019, Betty Korir was among five women serving as CEOs within Kenyan commercial banks. The other female leaders included (a) Nasim Devji at Diamond Trust Bank, (b) Rebecca Mbithi heading Family Bank, (c) Anne Karanja leading Kenya Post Office Savings Bank, and (d) Joyce Ann Wainaina at the helm of Citibank Kenya.