Heirs Technologies appoints Obong Idiong, Fumbi Chima as CEO, chair

A leading digital transformation company, Heirs Technologies, has appointed Obong Idiong as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Dr Fumbi Chima was also appointed as the Chair of Heirs Technologies.

Heirs Technologies, a subsidiary of Heirs Holdings, made this known in a statement issued on Wednesday, March 13, 2024.

The company said Idiong, with the appointment, would bring considerable experience in the technology sector and a visionary approach to the new role.

Idiong stated: “We are proud to bring Heirs Holdings’ core values and business approach to the tech sector, leading with excellence, execution, and enterprise.

“We are committed to bridging an enormous gap in the technology ecosystem by delivering local relevance to a global market and offering cutting-edge solutions to enable our customers to become more competitive.”

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Chima, on her part, said: “I am pleased to be a part of this movement to unlock Africa’s potential.

“Having worked in technology leadership roles across global organisations, I am confident that Heirs Technologies will create impact that will improve lives and transform the continent.”

Prior to joining Heirs Technologies, Idiong served as the MD/CEO at Africa Prudential Plc, where he spearheaded the digital transformation of its registrar services and repositioned the company as an agile and technology-driven organisation.

He has held a series of senior management roles, including at the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc and Heirs Holdings Limited.

Chima, on the other hand, has served as CIO in global companies including Adidas, Fox Network Group, Burberry Corporation, Walmart Stores Inc. Asia business operations, and American Express’ Global Corporate Technologies.

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