Meet the team
Winnie Lawoko-Olwe
President UgandaWomeDoDubai, Coordinator: East Africa-Women World Wide Do Dubai and Team Lead, @WillioTrains
Winnie Lawoko-Olwe is a highly accomplished individual with a diverse background spanning various industries and sectors.
Personal Information:
- Name: Winnie Lawoko-Olwe
- Current Position: CEO of WILIOTRAINS, WILIO U LTD
- Education: MBA in Entrepreneurship, BA in Social Sciences (SS), CIM
- Spouse: Robson Boyle Olwe
Professional Summary:
- Winnie Lawoko-Olwe is described as a marketer, social entrepreneur, woman activist, social development specialist, and business owner.
- She has participated in significant peace talks between the Government of Uganda and the LRA (Lord’s Resistance Army) in Juba from 2006 to 2008.
- Her expertise lies in sales and marketing, entrepreneurship, tourism, hotel and hospitality management, telecommunications management, and ICT for development.
Employment Record:
- Director SME STI at Uganda Investment Authority (2020-2024)
- Founder CEO of WilioTRAINS (2007-2021)
- Head of Sales at MTN Uganda (1999-2007)
- Country Manager at East African Newspaper (1997-1999)
- Director of Sales and Marketing at Sheraton Kampala Hotel (1987-1993)
Skills and Activities:
- Coach, mentor, and business counselor for various organizations promoting ICT, BPO, and enterprise development.
- Involved with Private Sector Foundation Uganda, MAYA Foundation, and Techno Serve.
Overall, Winnie Lawoko-Olwe possesses extensive experience, knowledge, and skills across multiple domains, and she has played significant roles in both business and social development initiatives in Uganda.