Mr. Sébastien Kadio-Morokro

CEO

PetroIvoire

Graduate of the University of Paris 12, Créteil (France), Mr. Sébastien KADIO-MOROKRO holds a Master's degree in Economic Sciences, specializing in Currency and Finance. He joined PETRO IVOIRE in 2005, a family business founded in 1994 and a key player in the petroleum products distribution sector in Côte d'Ivoire. Thanks to his strategic vision and dynamic leadership, he became Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in 2010.

Under his leadership, PETRO IVOIRE has experienced sustained growth and significant expansion in the distribution of fuel, butane gas, and lubricants. The company has established itself as one of the leading national players in the energy sector, with a rapidly growing network of service stations and a diversified range of products.

Pursuing his commitment to innovation and development, Mr. KADIO-MOROKRO also initiated and served as the former CEO of the Société Africaine d’Entreposage de Produits Pétroliers (SAEPP), a strategic project aimed at strengthening the company's storage capacity. He managed this company until February 2014 before dedicating himself fully to PETRO IVOIRE, while remaining a Board Member of SAEPP, where PETRO IVOIRE holds a 40% stake.

Recognized for his expertise and commitment to the petroleum distribution sector, Mr. Sébastien KADIO-MOROKRO holds several strategic positions:

• President of the Professional Group of the Petroleum Industry (GPP) since January 2023, where he plays a key role in structuring and advocating for the sector’s interests in Côte d'Ivoire.
• Board Member of the General Confederation of Enterprises of Côte d'Ivoire (CGECI), contributing to the promotion of the Ivorian private sector.
• Member of the Young Global Leaders community of the World Economic Forum, an influential group bringing together the world's most promising young leaders.

His skills and leadership have been recognized on several occasions:

• Winner of the "Young CEO of the Year" award in 2016 at the Africa CEO Forum.
• Named among the 100 most influential young African leaders by the Choiseul Institute since 2014.
• Officer of the National Order of Côte d'Ivoire in June 2015, an honorary distinction for his contribution to the country's economic development.

Through PETRO IVOIRE, Mr. Sébastien KADIO-MOROKRO is committed to modernizing petroleum product distribution and anticipating energy transitions in Africa. His management approach is based on values of performance, innovation, and social responsibility, making PETRO IVOIRE a pioneering company and a model of success in Côte d'Ivoire and beyond.

Married and a father of four children, he represents a new generation of African leaders determined to build a resilient, sustainable, and globally competitive energy sector.

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