Francis Muriuki is a visionary strategic communication and brand reputation consultant based in Nairobi, Kenya. He has over 21 years’ experience advising top-tier organizations across financial services, telecommunications, banking, insurance, agriculture, ICT, state corporations and non-profit sectors. His career is defined by a mastery of messaging, crisis leadership and reputation management, making him a sought-after advisor for organizations navigating complex communication landscapes across Africa and beyond.

He is well grounded in corporate communications, media relations, crisis management, investor relations and stakeholder engagement. His expertise extends to data-driven storytelling that enhances credibility, ensures clarity and maximizes impact.
Francis honed his skills at Ogilvy & Mather, where he managed high-profile brands such as Equity Bank Plc, Nokia, Samsung, Airtel, Britam Holdings Plc, Housing Finance, Kenya Pipeline Corporation and the Energy Regulatory Commission where he spearheaded integrated brand strategies, media influence and stakeholder engagement. His ability to simplify complex narratives and drive thought leadership has made him an influential voice in the communications space. Today, he spearheads the communications strategy for a high-profile consortium advising the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia, solidifying his global authority in corporate messaging and brand positioning.

A trained journalist by profession, Francis understands the power of the press. His extensive network across East, Central and Southern Africa gives him an edge in media strategy enabling him craft compelling media narratives that drive strategic engagement. As a consultant, Francis has advised international organizations, including the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia, KPMG, the World Bank, The Mastercard Foundation, Scope Markets Limited, Postal Corporation of Kenya, Amref Africa, Bismart Insurance Agency, Key Microfinance Bank Ltd, and Zizi Afrique Foundation among others. His strategic approach ensures that communication is globally competitive yet locally attuned.

Francis holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and English Literature and a Postgraduate Diploma in Mass Communication from the University of Nairobi. He has undertaken specialist training in strategic communications and sustainability and is a member of the Public Relations Society of Kenya (PRSK) and the Media Council of Kenya (MCK). With a sharp instinct for messaging, an unrivaled network in media and corporate circles and a proven ability to manage reputational risks, Francis Muriuki empowers organizations to craft compelling narratives, shape market perceptions and cement enduring reputations.