We are delighted to welcome Ms. Doris Nebyebyoona Kaitesi to the Journey of the Boardroom Cohort of 2026. Doris is a seasoned Corporate Legal Counsel with over nine years of experience providing strategic legal advisory and championing good governance.
As a Principal Associate at Nangwala, Rezida & Company Advocates, where she began her career, Doris has developed deep expertise at the intersection of Law and business. She advises diverse clients on corporate and commercial law, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, and human resource matters—delivering practical solutions that reduce risk and drive growth.
Some of her career highlights include:
- Negotiated and structured major transactions, including a joint venture that enabled the subdivision and resale of land valued at over UGX 11 billion.
- Represented clients in high-value foreclosure sales exceeding UGX 9 billion, and drafted credit policies and operational guidelines that enhanced financial governance.
- Contributed to the establishment of a Farmer Financing Unit for one of Uganda’s largest coffee exporters, which has supported over 9,000 farmers with repayment rates above 99%
- Serving as External Company Secretary for organizations in hospitality, recruitment, construction, and FMCG, strengthening governance frameworks and compliance.
Doris is a Certified/Chartered Secretary and Corporate Governance Professional (Grad CG) from the Chartered Governance Institute (UK & Ireland). She completed the ICSA Mentorship Program and is currently pursuing an MBA at the University of East London to further expand her business acumen.
Her passion for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) matters is reflected in her fellowship with the OPF Academy’s Sustainability Accelerator in New York. She also shares her expertise as a trainer, equipping clients with best practices in labour law and organizational resilience.
Beyond her professional achievements, Doris values the arts—music, dance, poetry, and theatre—reflecting her appreciation for cultural heritage. With her proven leadership, integrity, and strategic insight, Doris is well-positioned to make meaningful contributions at the highest levels of corporate leadership.
Journey to the Boardroom works to open pathways for professionals aspiring to board roles. With an emphasis on talent utilization, inclusivity, succession planning, and knowledge sharing, the initiative develops confident, well-informed leaders prepared for governance responsibilities.
