I’m a seasoned diplomat and consensus builder with long hands-on experience in maritime governance, shipping and policy management of the maritime industry gained through an illustrious work experience spanning over 37 years. I am also a champion for diversity and inclusivity, a confident decision maker and negotiator. Currently working as an advisor for Maritime & Blue Economy in the Executive Office of the President, my role is to render expertise in the development of the policies and strategies needed for the development and management of Kenya's marine resources, provide support towards building regional and international collaborative frameworks and networks including national maritime capacity for enhanced maritime safety and security, and the development of national maritime skills. My previous work experience includes: ⦁ Principal Secretary, State Department for Shipping and Maritime, for eight years. ⦁ Director General, Kenya Maritime Authority for nine years. I have tested and proven leadership capabilities at both the national, regional and international fronts. My experience as Chair of IMO Technical Committee availed me invaluable insight and experience in consensus building in a multilateral environment which IMO typifies. Served as the Vice Chair (Africa) for the International Maritime Satellite Organization based in London United Kingdom in 2018. Steered the development, drafting and adoption of the IMO Guidelines for the Prevention and Suppression of Smuggling of Wildlife on Ships Engaged in International Maritime Traffic, which were adopted during the 46thsession of the IMO FAL Committee sitting in May 2022. The evidence of my dedicated service to the local and international shipping industry is in the form of recognitions and awards I have received over time, including the AU Chairperson award of the African Woman of the year 2018.