Muthoni Laibuta
Muthoni Laibuta serves as Business Unit Director for Oral Care at Haleon, overseeing one of the most dynamic regions—South East Asia and Taiwan. At just 29, she became the youngest regional business unit director in Haleon’s Asia-Pacific operations and remains the only Black executive in that block, a milestone that speaks to her determination and leadership prowess.
In her role, Muthoni manages full profit & loss responsibility for a portfolio that significantly drives Haleon’s global revenue from oral care products. Her leadership spans strategy, marketing innovation, and market expansion across diverse, multicultural markets. With over a decade of experience in FMCG and healthcare marketing—from KPMG and Diageo to Unilever—she brings deep insights into consumer behavior, brand building, and growth execution.
Outside her corporate duties, Muthoni channels her expertise into executive coaching, mentoring start-up founders and SME leaders, particularly those driving ESG initiatives and purpose-driven business models. As a Board Member at Human Inc, she champions youth empowerment through design thinking and innovation leadership in Southeast Asia.
Muthoni credits her success to the mentorship of strong women throughout her career, combining professional excellence with a commitment to empowering others. Her journey mirrors a blend of ambition, empathy, and impactful leadership in corporate and social spheres.