Lawrence Dipudi is a Chartered Accountant with over ten years’ experience. He has led audit engagements while in practice, held key finance roles at Pfizer and Zoetis, and managed SOX controls, tax compliance, complex accounting, and system integrations.

Since 2022, he has held the position of Business Finance Director for Pfizer Sub-Sahara Africa, where he has consistently implemented robust financial strategies and exercised meticulous stewardship to enhance the organization’s sustainable profitability. In this capacity, he oversees investment allocation, collaborates closely with executive leadership to evaluate the financial implications of commercial initiatives, and applies his expertise to drive leveraged financial performance, ensuring both short-term and long-term earnings growth.

His professional achievements are underscored by a proven track record in financial planning, forecasting, risk management, and cost optimization. Lawrence has extensive experience in budgeting, financial analysis, and the deployment of financial technologies to streamline operations and support strategic business growth. His leadership abilities are demonstrated through the successful management and mentorship of cross-functional teams, and his proficiency with a variety of financial systems reinforces his capacity to deliver operational excellence.

As an IoDSA member, Lawrence advocates for ethical leadership, strong governance, and employee well-being to support sustainable growth and productivity. He is deeply committed to nurturing talent and believes in empowering his team to grow into the best versions of themselves, fostering a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and personal development.