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Twitter (X) - https://x.com/wangari_wamae LinkedIn -   / wangari-wamae   Facebook -   / wangariwamae   TikTok -   / wangari_wamae   Instagram -   / wangari_wamae   Email - [email protected] Telephone - (+254)740-853-565 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Executive Table with Mary Wamae - Leadership Rooted In Family Values In the world of corporate governance, many roles are misunderstood, but none more so than the company secretary. As I sat down to interview Catherine, a seasoned professional who has navigated the complexities of corporate law and governance, I was reminded of the journey she had undertaken—a journey that not only shaped her career but also challenged the conventional view of what it means to be a company secretary. Catherine’s story begins in her school years, where she had a clear vision of becoming a lawyer. From the moment she decided that law was her path, she dedicated herself to it. She recalls how her focus on her legal dreams led her to de-prioritize other subjects, such as science, which didn’t seem to align with her goals. Yet, despite this, an insightful teacher saw her potential and encouraged her to join a focus group in mathematics. This moment, Catherine reflects, was a turning point that showed her the importance of broadening one’s approach, even when pursuing a specific goal. In her law school days, Catherine was part of the first cohort at the University of Nairobi’s Parklands campus. The experience was both challenging and rewarding, as she and her classmates navigated the rigorous demands of law education while forging lifelong bonds. It was also in these early years that Catherine first encountered a misconception that would come to define much of her professional life: the role of a company secretary was often reduced to administrative tasks like answering calls and taking minutes. However, Catherine knew that the role was far more impactful than that. She explained to me that the company secretary is not just the person who takes minutes during board meetings. Rather, they are the critical advisor to the board, ensuring that decisions are made in line with governance standards and regulations. Catherine’s dedication to understanding the full scope of the company secretary’s duties eventually led her to a distinguished 15-year tenure in the position, where she helped guide decisions that shaped the future of the institution she served. One of the key lessons Catherine shared with me was the importance of mindset. Throughout her journey, she demonstrated how success is often a reflection of one's approach to challenges. By setting clear goals and aligning her actions with those goals, she was able to excel in areas where others may have been distracted. Her advice was clear: success is driven not only by skill but also by having a focused mindset that directs effort toward one’s ultimate vision. As we talked about her career, Catherine emphasized the importance of clarity in communication and understanding one’s role. She shared a memorable lesson from her law school days, where a professor mistakenly thought that she and her classmates were making fun of him. This misunderstanding led to a lesson in professionalism—avoiding side conversations during meetings and ensuring that every action aligns with the goals of the group. This principle has stayed with Catherine throughout her career and informs her approach to leadership and governance.