Francis E.

Francis is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the International Coach Federation and Managing Director of CEMM Group. With over 20 years of executive leadership across telecommunications and technology in Africa, Europe, and the US, he brings deep expertise in organizational transformation and strategic leadership. Francis holds an MA in Organization and Leadership from Columbia University and is currently pursuing his EdD in Leadership and Organizational Development. His coaching approach focuses on performance transformation through focus, leverage, engagement, and accountability, partnering with C-suite executives and organizations to align behavior with strategic objectives for measurable results.

Education & Certifications

Masters, Adult Learning and Leadership, Columbia University
Masters, Information Resources Management, Syracuse University
Bachelor of Science, Sociology
Certified Coach, Columbia University Executive Coach (3CP)
Professional Certified Coach (PCC), International Coaching Federation,
Certified Coach in Neethling Brain Instrument (NBI)
Certified Coach in Hogan Leadership Assessment Systems

Professional Experience

Learn about Francis E. professional history.

Chief Commercial Officer, Rwanda Telecom
National Sales Manager, Uganda
Telecom Director, Operations, Picturevision

Functional Experience

Telecommunications

Business Development, Sales Financial Services Human Resources Non Profit Strategy Planning

Industry Experience

Business Development Finacial Services HR Information Technology Strategy Planning Telecommunications

Coaching Expertise

Coaches have wide skill sets and we can’t list them all. Here are a few areas this coach specializes in helping support.

Company Culture Conflict Management Performance Management Role Transition Work-Life Integration

Primary Professionals Coached

Experienced Managers in Leadership Positions Founders and C Level Executives Leaders in Multinational Companies

Testimonials and Coaching Highlights

Francis employs a transformational coaching style that blends strategic insight with deep empathy. Drawing from his extensive executive leadership experience and training from Columbia University’s Coaching Certification Program and the Generative Facilitation Institute, he creates a partnership built on trust, accountability, and measurable outcomes. His approach is direct yet supportive, combining powerful questioning with practical frameworks to help leaders clarify their vision, overcome obstacles, and drive sustainable change.

Clients have described Francis as insightful, empathetic, and transformational. He is known for being approachable, creating safe spaces for vulnerability, and demonstrating genuine care. Leaders appreciate his direct yet supportive nature, his ability to simplify complexity, and his practical, results-oriented approach that challenges thinking while building confidence.