Hon. Nelson Ributhi Gaichuhie, CBS, is an accomplished public administrator, accountant and legislator with over 35 years’ experience in public financial management, legislative governance and strategic leadership. He currently serves as Chairperson of the Anti‑Counterfeit Authority (ACA) Board, where he provides strategic direction in combating counterfeiting, protecting consumers and safeguarding intellectual property and legitimate trade in Kenya. His career reflects a consistent focus on strengthening economic governance and protecting the public interest.

He holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Banking and Finance, Second Class Honours Upper Division) from Africa Nazarene University and has served as an Accountant for decades. He is also pursuing a Master of Business Administration (Finance) at Kenyatta University, with emphasis on strategic financial management, corporate governance and organisational leadership. This blend of academic training and professional qualification gives him a solid technical foundation for leadership in complex economic and regulatory sectors.

Hon. Gaichuhie served two consecutive terms as Member of Parliament for Subukia Constituency, during which he emerged as a key voice in the National Assembly on matters of trade, industry, finance and consumer protection. As a member and later Vice‑Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Finance, Planning and Trade, he participated actively in the consideration of Finance Bills, trade-related legislation and oversight of economic policy. His parliamentary record shows robust contributions to debates on creating a fair-trading environment, strengthening competition, protecting local industries and ensuring that consumers are shielded from harmful or substandard products.

A notable highlight of his legislative work was his substantive role in the consideration, debate and passage of the Anti‑Counterfeit Bill, which became the Anti‑Counterfeit Act No. 13 of 2008. He was also involved in parliamentary processes touching on consumer‑protection legislation in 2012 and related regulatory frameworks, frequently arguing for stronger safeguards for consumers and for alignment of Kenya’s trade and industrial policy with international best practice. Through committee work, floor debates and engagement with stakeholders, he consistently championed policies aimed at curbing unfair trade practices, promoting product quality and supporting a predictable regulatory environment for business.

Beyond Parliament, he has held senior executive roles, including Chief Administrative Secretary at the National Treasury and Planning, where he supported national fiscal and economic policy, budget preparation and implementation, and engagement with Parliament and development partners. He has also served as Alternate Director on the Kenya Roads Board, contributing to policy and oversight in road infrastructure financing. These executive responsibilities, coupled with his strong parliamentary record on trade, industry and consumer‑protection matters, underpin the expertise he now brings to his role as Chairperson of the ACA Board.

Ms. Evelyn Anupi - Representative, PS State Department for Industry

Ms. Evelyn Anupi is the Director of Planning in the Central Planning and Programme Monitoring Department, State Department for Industry. She holds a Master of Arts in Development Economics from the Centre for Economics Development, MA-USA and Bachelor in Economics from Moi University-Eldoret

She has experience spanning over 25 years having worked with various Government Ministries and Departments. She has also undertaken several skills upgrading courses in the areas of Strategic Leadership, Community Capacity, Strategy on skills and lifelong learning, Skills Development for gender equality and social inclusion, Policy formulation, Project Management, School Mapping among others

Esther Ngari

Esther Ngari is a highly accomplished professional with a distinguished career in the agri-food industry. Currently serving as the Managing Director of the Kenya Bureau of Standards. At the international level, Esther holds a key role within the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), serving as a member in the ISO Council, Commercial Policy Advisory Group, and the Developing Countries Chairman Advisory Group.

Esther holds a Master of Business Administration from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, coupled with a bachelor’s degree in Dairy Science and Food Technology from Egerton University. Her commitment to continuous learning is reflected in her Professional Diploma in Supply Chain Management from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies (CIPS) in the United Kingdom, as well as specialized training in Agribusiness and Value Chain Analysis & Development from the University of Queensland, Australia.

Beyond her academic achievements, Esther possesses a diverse skill set. She is a certified Lead Auditor for Food Safety Management Systems, Quality Management Systems, and Environmental Management Systems. Her dedication to excellence is further evidenced by her completion of the Strategic Leadership Development Program, showcasing her as a comprehensive and strategic business leader. With over two decades of experience in the agri-food industry, Esther has played a pivotal role in shaping industry standards in her capacity as Director. Her contributions extend beyond her official duties, demonstrating a commitment to fostering innovation and growth within the sector. Esther Ngari's professional journey is a testament to her unwavering commitment to excellence, strategic leadership, and the continual advancement of standards within the agri-food industry.

Ms. Beatrice Adhiambo Akuno - Representative, Office of the Attorney General

Ms. Beatrice Adhiambo Akuno is a seasoned legal professional and Advocate of the High Court of Kenya. She was admitted to the Roll of Advocates in 2010 and has since accumulated over fifteen years of post-admission experience in legal practice.

Currently, she serves as a Principal State Counsel in the Office of the Attorney General and Department of Justice, a position she has held since 2014. Over the past eleven years in public service, she has contributed significantly to the legal and policy advisory functions of the State, demonstrating a deep commitment to the rule of law and good governance.

Prior to joining the public sector, Ms. Akuno served as an Associate Advocate at Oyiembo & Co. Advocates between 2011 and 2014, where she honed her litigation and client advisory skills. During the same period, she also lectured law at diploma level at the Kenya Polytechnic University College (now the Technical University of Kenya), where she nurtured the next generation of legal practitioners.

Academically, Ms. Akuno holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Law, Governance, and Democracy from the University of Nairobi, obtained in 2023. She earned her Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree from the University of South Africa (UNISA) and a Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law. Additionally, she has successfully completed a Senior Management Course at the Kenya School of Government, enhancing her leadership and administrative capabilities.

Beatrice exemplifies professionalism, dedication, and a passion for justice—attributes that continue to define her contribution to Kenya’s legal fraternity and public service.

Tobias Ouma Alando - Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM)

Tobias Ouma Alando is an accomplished leader with over 17 years of experience in corporate vision execution, public policy development, and government relations. Currently, he serves as the Chief Executive Officer at Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM), where he has successfully enhanced operational efficiency, driven revenue growth and spearheaded policy, research and advocacy.

Tobias holds a Master of Management & Leadership from the Management University of Africa and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University in India. His professional development includes certifications in private sector development, the green economy, and corporate governance.

Renowned for his strategic relationship-building with stakeholders, including government officials and industry associations, Tobias is committed to advancing organizational objectives and fostering impactful change.

Ms. Noreen Wambui N. Kanyua - Representative, Inspectorate of State Corporations

Ms Noreen Kanyua is an astute Organization Development and Policy Expert who possesses an unwavering commitment to investing in people. She is currently serving as an Assistant Inspector General based at the Inspectorate of State Corporations in the Executive Office of the President of Kenya. She prides herself in setting up efficient workflow processes, monitoring productivity and implementing tactical modificationsmodifications, aimed at improving the overall effectiveness of the personnel
in all her assignments Noreen has a stellar record of managing successful and impact-filled programmes throughout her professional career.

She has demonstrated exceptional expertise in Project and Change Management, Governance, Corporate Communication, Knowledge and Performance Management and Consultancy underscored by 15 years in humanitarian projects, communication strategy, operations, stakeholder management and intermittently providing high level support to management teams.

Noreen has graduated from the United States International University Africa with a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations and moved on to pursue an Executive Masters in Organisational Development from the same institution. She is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Project Management.

Julius Chege Macharia - Deputy Commissioner for Border Control and Enforcement at Kenya Revenue Authority

Mr Chege Macharia is currently the Deputy Commissioner for Border Control and Enforcement at Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).

He holds a Master’s Degree in Sociology (Criminology) from the University of Nairobi and a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management from Kenyatta University. Other certifications he has acquired include Surveillance Group Training from the United Kingdom. He is an associate Member of Certified Fraud Examiner and a member of the Institute of Human Resource Management. He has also attended Senior Management Leadership Program (SMLP) at Strathmore University, Project Management at Eastern & Southern African Management Institute (ESAMI) and Ethics and Leadership for National Security at National Defence College Kenya among others.

Prior to this deployment, Mr Macharia was a Chief Manager in the Intelligence and Strategic Operations Department in KRA. He has also worked for the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) as a Chief Inspector. During his tenure at the DCI, he gained extensive experience in fraud investigations, intelligence collection, enforcement skills and presentation of evidence before Court. 

Mr Macharia is credited for initiating the Internal Affairs Division in KRA and the Integrity Assurance Division that deals with vetting of staff, background checks of new employees and lifestyle audit of KRA staff. He has trained staff in countries such Rwanda, Uganda, Burundi, Tanzania and Malawi where he guided and supported them to operationalize similar offices in their countries. 

He has also developed a Lifestyle Audit Framework for East African countries. From his wealth of experience in surveillance, he has been passing on this knowledge as a trainer and has developed a surveillance training module for KRA. His other achievements include taking lead in major tax investigations, prosecuting cases that has led to collection of revenue.

Mr. Macharia also prides in training of KRA staff and spearheading the operationalization of the Market Surveillance Division, currently the Enforcement Division in Domestic Taxes Department of KRA.

As the Deputy Commissioner in charge of Border Control and Enforcement, he is spearheading initiatives geared towards enhancing security and border protection within the country such as the acquisition and deployment of drones for surveillance along the borders and also for supporting marine operations, initiating a K9 Centre that will include K9 breeding and training. He is also operationalizing the use of body worn cameras for surveillance, enhancement of patrols and verification of cargo as well as general coordination of airports and border stations among many other activities geared towards coordinated border management for enhanced national security, facilitation of legitimate trade and travel and revenue collection.

Dr. Robi M. King'a - ED / CEO / (Secretary to the Board)

Dr. Robi is the Executive Director of ACA, the lead Kenyan government Agency mandated to combat counterfeiting and trade in counterfeit goods. The Authority is domiciled under State Department for Industry under the Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry (MITI). Dr. King'a has over 20 years' experience gained in both public and private sectors. Previously, Dr. King'a served as the Chief Executive Officer of Kenya Association of Music Producers (KAMP). He also served as board member of the Media Council of Kenya (MCK), Tom Mboya University and Public Relations Society of Kenya (PRSK).

Dr. King'a holds a PhD from KU, an MA and Postgraduate Diploma in Communication from the University of Nairobi; Masters in IP from Africa University (Zimbabwe); B. ED and LLB from Egerton and Mt. Kenya Universities respectively and a Postgraduate Diploma in Law from KSL. He is also an advocate of the High Court of Kenya.