Calvin Mugume
Chief finance officer
As Chief Finance Officer, Calvin Mugume is the architect behind the company’s financial strategy, ensuring sustainable growth and fiscal discipline. With over 13 years of experience, he oversees budgeting, forecasting, and compliance while managing risks and strengthening investor confidence. His meticulous approach to financial planning keeps Next Media agile in an evolving business landscape.
Calvin’s career spans a series of high-impact roles, from Regional Finance Manager to Certified Financial Management Consultant. His expertise in financial analysis, auditing, and IFRS implementation has earned him recognition, including being named ACCA Top Affiliate in 2013 and serving as an advocate for the ACCA in 2022. Passionate about financial sustainability, he champions transparent reporting and strategic decision-making.
Armed with a Master’s in Business Administration from Heriot-Watt University and professional certifications in ACCA, CPA-U, and CIA.
Beyond the numbers, Calvin finds balance in reading, exercising, and traveling. A dedicated Sunday school teacher, he enjoys mentoring young minds. His knack for connecting finance to psychology and history fuels his curiosity—making him as much a strategist as a thinker.