At a recent Harvard Business School Association of Nigeria (HBSAN) event, Igbuan Okaisabor, the CEO of Construction Kaiser Limited (CKL), had an engaging discussion with other business leaders about building trust, especially during challenging times. As a private sector panelist, Okaisabor shared valuable strategies CKL has implemented to foster trust within its ecosystem and among stakeholders. This left attendees with actionable insights into effective leadership. The event also featured distinguished business leaders including Adedotun Sulaimon, Abubakar Suleiman, Fola Laoye, Danladi Verheijen, Fola Aiyesimoju, and Ladi Balogun. They engaged in a thought-provoking discussion on trust-building in today's dynamic landscape.
Igbuan’s talk shed light on the successful approaches CKL has embraced to establish and maintain trust with various stakeholders, including customers, employees, shareholders, and the public sector. Here are the key insights shared during the session:
In conclusion, Igbuan Okaisabor’s talk at the Harvard Business School Alumni event underscored the vital role of trust in leadership, particularly during challenging times. CKL’s commitment to transparency, consistency, employee empowerment, agility, technology for social good, fostering home-grown businesses, and building trust with the public sector serves as a shining example for organizations navigating uncertain times. Through these inspiring strategies, CKL continues to thrive and contribute positively to society. It sets an example for others to follow in building trust and driving success in today’s complex business landscape.