Prof. Henry K. Kiplangat Crowned CEYA Winner at COYA 2025

The Company of the Year Awards (COYA) 2025 brought a moment of extraordinary pride to the academic and corporate excellence community as Prof. Henry K. Kiplangat, the Vice Chancellor of Kabarak University, was named the CEO of the Year (CEYA) 2025. This distinction celebrates his leadership and the profound impact he continues to make within the institution and beyond.

Prof. Kiplangat’s stewardship has been marked by stability, exceptional emotional intelligence, and a strategic posture that fosters both institutional growth and people-centered leadership. 

Despite the competitive nature of the CEYA evaluation and not meeting the traditional threshold of 72%, his overall performance and leadership influence stood out as exemplary.

A Leader Defined by Stability and Emotional Intelligence

In a constantly changing socio-economic landscape, stability in leadership has become a rare and invaluable asset. Prof. Kiplangat has consistently demonstrated calm, clarity, and resilience, qualities that have grounded his institution during both challenging and transformative periods.

His behavioral and emotional intelligence have created an environment where collaboration thrives, staff feel valued, and students are inspired to excel. Under his leadership, performance is not driven by pressure, but by purpose.

Driving Productivity Through People and Systems

Prof. Kiplangat’s approach to leadership is embedded in empowerment and strategic alignment. He has overseen remarkable productivity across the university by equipping teams with the right systems, nurturing talent, and reinforcing a culture of excellence. Under his leadership, Kabarak University has streamlined operations, improving its academic output through a center for innovation, ethical governance, and high performance. 

Transforming Vision into Institutional Reality

During the COYA evaluations, Prof. Kiplangat stood out for his ability to translate strategic vision into tangible institutional results. 

His leadership has strengthened:

• Organizational governance structures

• Student experience and welfare

• Academic quality and accreditation standards

• Staff engagement and performance

• Technology integration and innovation ecosystems

The CEYA 2025 Award acknowledges a leader who consistently elevates others, builds cohesive teams, and models values that inspire confidence and growth. Besides celebrating a personal achievement, by accepting the CEO of the Year Award, the Vice Chancellor also reinforced the stature of Kabarak University as an institution guided by vision, integrity, and world-class leadership.