Equatorial Commercial Bank

Company History

Established as a Finance Company in 1983, Equatorial Commercial Bank Limited (ECB) commenced operations as a fully-fledged commercial bank in 1995.

In June 2010 Equatorial Commercial Bank merged with Southern Credit Banking Corporation, creating a new enlarged bank under the Equatorial Commercial Bank brand. The merger has given ECB critical mass to further develop & grow in a dynamic & competitive market place.

With a diverse client base, ECB provides a comprehensive package of financial services and products, tailored to suit our clients’ requirements, while keeping our procedures simple and rates competitive.

Our goal is to offer specialized services by using a professional approach, which in turn will build long-term relationships with our clients. At ECB, creating good customer relations is a vital part of our business strategy.

Our Vision

To be the leading Retail SME Bank by 2018. 

Our Mission

To provide excellent financial services to customers and to increase shareholder value.

Our Core Values

Energy, Ambition, Drive, Creativity & Passion.

Directors

Director	Title
Mr. Dan Ameyo, MBS	Chairman
Mr. Akif H. Butt	Non-Executive Director
Mr. Martin Ernest	Non-Executive Director
Mr. Abdulali Kurji	Non-Executive Director
Ms. Shiru Mwangi	Non-Executive Director
Mr. Sammy  Itemere	Managing Director
Mr. Robert Shibutse	Executive Director

Management Team

Name	Title
Mr. Sammy A. S. Itemere	Managing Director
Mr. Robert Shibutse	Executive Director
Mr. Bernard N. O. Omenda	Head of Treasury & Trade Finance
Ms. Shamira Dostmohamed	Head of Corporate, Asset Finance & IPF
Mr. Josphat Njau	Head of Internal Audit (Acting)
Ms. Silpah Owich	Head of Consumer Banking
Mr. Wahiu Wachira	Head of Cash Management & Channel Development
Ms. Loise Mwangi	Head of Personal & Business Banking
Ms. Anne Makau	Head of Credit risk
Mr. Simon Kisegei	Head of Human Resources
Ms. Jacqueline Hinga	Company Secretary, head of Legal, Risk & Compliance