Tejumola is now the managing director of Kantar's insights division for the Middle East and Africa region.

As leader of the insights division for West, East and central Africa from 2015, Tejumola grew the business to become a key force in the African market, achieving high levels of expansion and business development.

This success is driven by his client-centricity and by the powerful partnerships he has cultivated with some of the largest clients and organisations around the world, according to Kantar.

Tejumola says that he is a believer in talent as a key lever of Kantar's business and has built a diverse and talented team that drives innovation and excellence throughout the organisation.

Prior to his work with insights division, Tejumola was a market researcher and leader at both RMS and TNS in Africa and Europe. Tejumola is a graduate of the chief executive programme of Lagos Business School and holds a master's degree in marketing management from University of Surrey, England.

Gonzalo Fuentes, EMEA regional president for the insights division at Kantar, says, "The promotion of Tejumola to this leadership role is testament to the skill and success he has displayed in Kantar. It exemplifies Kantar's commitment to supporting our talented people throughout their career. I am confident that our growth ambitions for Middle East and Africa are in good hands."

"Foster has played such a key role in building what Kantar is today in the region. This includes creating an A-team around him that is now ready to take the region to the next level. I wish Foster all the best in his well-deserved retirement."

"In Tejumola I am confident we have a new leader who will drive the business forward, and, as we head into a new era of growth for the region, will be relentless in pursuing Kantar's promise to 'understand people and inspire growth'," says Foster.

"It has been a true privilege to represent Kantar and I've been lucky to have amazing people around me. What a journey I've had and one I hope that will inspire many others starting on their first rung in the business. Truly anything is possible at Kantar," concludes Foster. 

Tejumola assumes his Middle East and Africa responsibilities effective immediately. Charles Foster will remain with the business until April to support the transition.

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