Beatrice Shitanda
Senior Associate | Nairobi
Contact
T: +254 20 503 1781
E: beatrice.shitanda@bowmanslaw.com
Overview
Beatrice Shitanda is a Certified Company Secretary with over eight years of progressive experience in corporate governance, compliance, and company secretarial services. She has a proven track record of advising Boards of Directors, executive management teams, and shareholders on governance best practices, statutory compliance, and regulatory requirements in line with Kenyan corporate law and governing regulations.
Her expertise spans the full spectrum of company secretarial functions, including convening and managing Board, Committee, and Shareholder meetings; preparing and reviewing minutes and resolutions; ensuring timely filings with the Registrar of Companies; and maintaining statutory registers. She has a keen interest in drafting, reviewing, and implementing corporate governance policies, charters, and codes of conduct, as well as facilitating Board evaluations and governance training.
With a strong background in corporate restructuring, Board support, and compliance work, Beatrice is skilled at coordinating multidisciplinary teams to meet tight deadlines in complex transactions. Her advisory work often includes providing guidance on shareholder engagement, corporate ethics, sustainability reporting, and alignment with emerging governance trends.
Beatrice is recognised for her attention to detail, discretion in handling sensitive information, and ability to foster strong relationships with diverse stakeholders. She has demonstrated exceptional leadership in embedding a culture of good governance within organizations, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements while upholding the highest ethical and professional standards.
AREA OF EXPERTISE
Qualifications
Education
- Accredited Governance Auditor- ICS
- Certified Company Secretary – ICS
- Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management, University of Kabianga
Professional Memberships
- Institute of Certified Secretaries
Overview
Beatrice Shitanda is a Certified Company Secretary with over eight years of progressive experience in corporate governance, compliance, and company secretarial services. She has a proven track record of advising Boards of Directors, executive management teams, and shareholders on governance best practices, statutory compliance, and regulatory requirements in line with Kenyan corporate law and governing regulations.
Her expertise spans the full spectrum of company secretarial functions, including convening and managing Board, Committee, and Shareholder meetings; preparing and reviewing minutes and resolutions; ensuring timely filings with the Registrar of Companies; and maintaining statutory registers. She has a keen interest in drafting, reviewing, and implementing corporate governance policies, charters, and codes of conduct, as well as facilitating Board evaluations and governance training.
With a strong background in corporate restructuring, Board support, and compliance work, Beatrice is skilled at coordinating multidisciplinary teams to meet tight deadlines in complex transactions. Her advisory work often includes providing guidance on shareholder engagement, corporate ethics, sustainability reporting, and alignment with emerging governance trends.
Beatrice is recognised for her attention to detail, discretion in handling sensitive information, and ability to foster strong relationships with diverse stakeholders. She has demonstrated exceptional leadership in embedding a culture of good governance within organizations, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements while upholding the highest ethical and professional standards.
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