Joanne Murunga

Joanne Murunga is a Market Systems Specialist with extensive experience in sales and marketing across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Currently serving as the Market Systems Development and Partnerships Manager for the BlueBiz Program at TechnoServe, they also work as an Independent Technical Assistance Committee Member at AgDevCo. Joanne has held various leadership roles, including Chief Operating Officer and Executive Chef/Managing Director, and has a strong background in consulting and hospitality. They earned an MBA from UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School and hold degrees from Johnson and Wales University in Food Service Management and Culinary Arts. Passionate about consulting, service, food, and culture, Joanne is skilled in project management, budget planning, and strategy development.