Emmanuel Ilaboya
About
CEO@DeCarbonIQ
Emmanuel Ilaboya is a leader in sustainable innovation within the global construction sector, renowned for spearheading the development of premium sustainable brands at Holcim, the world's number one cement and concrete manufacturer. His journey has spanned continents—from Europe to Latin America—contributing to Holcim's green initiatives within a company boasting a $30 billion revenue footprint. One of his notable achievements includes the launch of ECOPlanet, the first green cement brand in the world to decarbonise the construction industry at scale and address climate change. His global perspective is enriched by professional and academic experiences from living, working, and studying in five continents. With over 15 years of experience in marketing, sales, new business development, decarbonization and strategic product management in large-scale enterprises, he has honed his skills in leading global teams towards commercial success by innovating and capturing value. Emmanuel is a proud alumnus of the prestigious Saïd Business School at Oxford University, where he was honoured with the Executive MBA Director's Scholarship in recognition of his academic and professional achievements. Beyond the corporate world, his commitment to making a social impact is evident. From launching 1,000 affordable housing units in Africa to mentoring product managers in emerging markets and generating significant EBITDA growth through innovative solutions, he has always aimed to leave a positive imprint on society. The creation of DeCarbonIQ marks a significant chapter in his career, further underscoring his commitment to environmental sustainability and innovation. This initiative is designed to confront one of the world's most pressing challenges: climate change. DeCarbonIQ is a unique software solution that enables businesses across sectors to accurately measure, reduce and offset their carbon footprint, steering them towards achieving net zero emissions. DeCarbonIQ was accepted into the Oxford Innovation Lab and received an Innovation Endorsement Award from the UK Government.
Skills
1-to-1 Marketing
100% Financing
360 Assessments
360 Campaigns
360 Feedback
3D Printing
A/B Testing
Accelerated Growth
Account Directors
Affiliate Management
Affordable Housing
African Affairs
African Diaspora
Aftersales
Agency Relationship Management
B2B Marketing
B2C Marketing
Certified Green Professional
Commercial Business Development
Corporate Sustainability
Entrepreneurship
Green Building
Green Projects
Low Carbon
Low Carbon Economy
Sustainability
Sustainability Consulting
Sustainability Marketing
Open for
cofounder
fulltime
parttime
mentoring
Work Experience
Holcim
2018-11 -
Head of Sustainable Brands
Zug
fulltime
● Launch ECOPlanet, the world’s first green cement brand aimed at decarbonising the construction industry on a large scale and addressing climate change, marking a significant achievement in sustainable innovation ● Contribute to achieving $2.5 billion in net sales and sustainable business growth across 30 countries by developing the product and branding strategies while overseeing marketing initiatives and commercial roll-out of “ECOPlanet” ● Collaborate actively with the corporate finance team on sustainability reporting and climate disclosures to maintain strict compliance with IFRS and mitigate potential risks ● Utilise up to 20% recycled materials in devising new products and solutions to reduce environmental impact ● Analyse and categorise Holcim’s business activities according to EU Taxonomy definitions for sustainable activities by establishing effective coordination with internal/external stakeholders as a project member of EU Taxonomy Project ● Manage P&L for a new sustainable business unit through strategic planning with a keen focus on driving financial performance and targeting $4 billion in group net sales by 2025 ● Lead a team of 5 regional “Sustainability Champions” focused on managing the commercial development and successful roll-out of global sustainable brands across multiple countries to assure strategic implementation ● Hold a $500M marketing budget and monitor brand performance to devise effective plans, optimise resource allocation, and enable informed decision-making ● Increase market penetration and customer engagement by handling various tasks, such as Go-to-Market programs, product localisation, marketing activation, and agency management
Academic Experience
University of Oxford -
2022.01 - 2023.12
Master of Business Administration, MBA in Master of Business Administration