Board of Directors
Sachit S. Shah
Mr. Sachit Shah is a graduate of Banking and International Finance from the United Kingdom and a respected business leader with extensive experience across the financial and industrial sectors. He brings strong entrepreneurial insight and a global outlook to corporate strategy, risk management, and business development. Sachit also serves as a Director at I&M Bank Limited and Coastal Bottlers Limited and contributes his expertise to other boards. His leadership reflects a commitment to strategic growth and sound governance.
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Executive Director
Charles Ogalo
Mr. Charles Orony Ogalo, who holds a Master of Science (M.Sc. Econ.) from Rutgers University, is a seasoned executive with over 35 years of experience in banking, investment, and insurance. He has served in senior roles at Kenya Commercial Bank and The First National Bank of Chicago, leading major mergers, acquisitions, and rebranding initiatives.
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Chairman
Sarit S. Raja Shah
Mr. Sarit Shah holds an Economics degree and an MSc in Internal Audit and Management from City Business School. A banker by profession, he has served as the Group Executive Director of I&M Bank Limited since 1993. He brings extensive knowledge, experience, and discipline of the banking and financial sector. In addition to his banking leadership, he holds several other directorships. Mr. Sarit Shah’s presence on the GA Life board has generated a viable synergy between GA Life Assurance and I&M Bank.
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Non-Executive Director
Madabhushi Soundararajan
Mr. Soundararajan Madabhushi has an extensive and distinguished career in banking, investment banking, insurance, and wealth management. He holds a Master of Arts degree and a Diploma in International Banking, complementing his deep industry expertise. He has held senior leadership roles at State Bank of India, Standard Chartered Bank (India), Commercial Bank of Africa, and the CFC Group.
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Non-Executive Director
Steve Lugalia
Mr. Stephen Lugalia holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting Option) from the University of Nairobi, a seasoned governance and finance expert with over four decades of experience in accounting, auditing, financial management, and corporate governance. A Fellow of ICPAK and an IFC accredited Certified Secretary, Board Evaluator, and Governance Trainer, he has served in senior roles at Resolution Group and Heritage Insurance. As CEO of FGB Solutions Limited, he advises organizations on governance systems, board evaluations, and strategic financial planning.
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Non-Executive Director
Susan Kasinga
Ms. Susan Kasinga holds an MBA in Strategic Management from the University of Nairobi and is a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Secretary, and Certified Corporate Director with extensive expertise in governance, audit, risk, and compliance. She has led key functions in insurance, banking, agriculture, and investment management, driving capital-raising and institutional transformation efforts. She brings strong governance and strategic oversight to the GA Life Board.
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Non-Executive Director
Kamau Kuria
Mr. Kamau Kuria is a CPA and MBA qualified executive with extensive experience in strategy, transformation, and governance. He has held senior roles including CEO of Kenya Markets Trust, Managing Director of Corporate Transformations Ltd, and long-serving Non Executive Director within the UAP Old Mutual Group. His directorships span financial services, water utilities, and regional enterprises. Kamau brings deep expertise in organisational restructuring, performance improvement, and board governance offering strong strategic insight, disciplined oversight, and proven leadership value.
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Non-Executive Director