Gillian Rusike is the visionary Founder and Chief Executive of the Marketers Association of Zimbabwe. A highly respected marketer and multi-award-winning leader, he has significantly elevated the marketing profession in Zimbabwe. Armed with a Bachelor’s degree in marketing management (IMM) and a graduate diploma in marketing (IMM), Gillian's burning desire to uplift the marketing profession led to the establishment of the Marketers Association of Zimbabwe (MAZ) in 2005. Gillian Rusike's passion for success and results earned him the position of Secretary General & Director of the African Marketing Confederation (AMC), a continental body of marketing professionals headquartered in South Africa. Holding a Master’s Degree in Business Leadership (BUSE) and a Masters of Commerce degree in Strategic Marketing (MSU), Gillian's leadership contributions were recognized with the African Leadership Legend Award by The Legacy Building Leaders Institute in 2022. He was also recognized as one of the Iconic Business Leaders of the year 2023 by the Business Connect. In 2013, Junior Chamber International (JCI) honored Gillian as the Outstanding Young Person in Zimbabwe, acknowledging his impactful efforts. Megafest National Business Awards bestowed upon him the Visionary of The Year award in 2014. Beyond his corporate achievements, Gillian's interests extend to nurturing and mentoring upcoming entrepreneurs, leading to the formation of the Entrepreneurs Network of Zimbabwe (ENZ), where he serves as the founder and Board Member. Gillian Rusike's diverse involvement includes serving as Board Chairman of CARE Zimbabwe, the biggest NGO in the country, the past chairperson of the Zimbabwe All Media Research Foundation (ZARF), and maintaining his position on the board. Gillian also saved on the Tourism Business Council of Zimbabwe (TBCZ) board for 6 years spearheading the marketing committee. Throughout his life, Gillian's ambition has been to challenge the status quo for himself and those around him and this led him to start a foundation Boys Engage that focuses on empowering the boy child. A dedicated and hardworking individual, he excels in various areas such as leadership, strategic management, entrepreneurship, marketing strategy, business development, customer relationship marketing, brand management, customer service, and sales management. Gillian Rusike continues to leave inspirational footprints in the realms of leadership, philanthropy and marketing. He is currently studying for a Doctor of Philosophy in Strategic Management with Chinhoyi University of Technology in Zimbabwe.