AEA 4TH EMPLOYERS' ANNUAL CONFERENCE IN MOMBASA
The long-awaited 4th Agricultural Employers’ Annual Conference, themed “Cultivating Prosperity: Nurturing a Sustainable Business,” kicked off in Mombasa at Travellers Beach Hotel on 12th September 2024.
The conference brought together CEOs, GMs, HR Practitioners, Managers from various departments, Legal minds among others to be equipped with the tools and insights needed to foster resilient and sustainable organizations.
On the first day, the more than 30 participants were taken through various employment aspects among them; Limiting factors in Agribusiness and Agricultural Sustainability-Embracing innovation to address the rising cost of production by KTGA CEO Ms. Lindah Oluoch, Building Healthy and Sustainable Organizations- Mental Health and Wellness by Psychologist Edna Wendo and delved into the conference theme as led by Dr. Julius Kipngetich, Group CEO Jubilee Holdings.
It is evident that the participants will be proactively steering their organizations towards sustained growth and resilience in an era of constant change.
On the 2nd day which was the climax of the event presented an opportunity to interact with the presiding ELRC Judge of Mombasa; Lady Justice Monicah Mbaru as she brought into perspective the Emerging Legal Issues in the Workplace and Business Environment in line with Human rights and inclusivity in the workplace, a session that also addressed Legal aspects and practical implications of labor outsourcing.
NITA Director of Industrial Training and Skills Development Ms. Jane Kamau helped understand how to develop future skills for industry sustainability as she addressed various other issues affecting the industry including the training levy and reimbursements.
The peak of the day was a session on Intricacies of Managing Remote and Hybrid Teams by Mr. Nicholas Kibet where he explained in detail the expectations of each generation and the challenges of managing a multigenerational workforce at the workplace.
AEA wishes to appreciate all participants, sponsors and partners who made the 4th Agricultural Employers’ Annual Conference a success.
