RBSN Business Leadership Development Program on People-Centric Management

Topic: People-centric Management: Strategies for Leading Teams and Driving Results
📅 Date: Thursday, 15th January 2026
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM

The RBSN Business Leadership Development Program (BLDP) came to a powerful close with an engaging and thought-provoking session focused on what truly drives sustainable results: people.

This edition explored the importance of leading with empathy, clarity, and intention, showing how people-centric management is not just a leadership style but a strategic advantage. The conversation unpacked how leaders can build trust, inspire performance, and align teams to deliver measurable outcomes in today’s dynamic work environment.

Guest Speaker:
Bukola Thomas
Chief People Officer, Emple Insurance Nigeria

Drawing from her extensive experience in people management and organizational leadership, Bukola shared practical strategies for managing teams effectively, nurturing talent, and creating cultures where people feel valued and empowered to perform at their best.

Moderator:
Cookey Ibinye Thelma
RBSN Executive Student

Cookey led the discussion seamlessly, asking insightful questions that brought real-world relevance and depth to the session, while ensuring participants walked away with clear, actionable insights.

Key Takeaways from the Session

Why people-centric leadership is critical for long-term business success
How to balance empathy with performance expectations
Practical approaches to leading diverse teams effectively
Strategies for driving results through trust, engagement, and accountability
Insights leaders can apply immediately within their organizations

This session reinforced a simple but powerful truth: when leaders put people first, results follow.