Rita joined the motor industry in 1995 in the sales and marketing department of then General Motors EA. She has worked her way through the ranks both in Kenya and South Africa, excelling in all the positions she has held. In recognition of her business acumen, General Motors nominated her for a leadership sponsored programs at Harvard Business School to further sharpen her skills.
#9 RITA KAVASHE, MBS CHAIR BAT KENYA Nationally acclaimed Automotive Industry Captain, Rita Kavashe, took on the role of Chair of the Board of Directors of British American Tobacco (BAT)…
BAT’s commitment to Building A Better Tomorrow is supported by its Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) priorities. The company aims to excel in environmental management, create a positive social impact, and maintain robust corporate governance throughout its operations.
BAT Kenya continues to create a purposeful place to work for its employees and deliver superior and sustainable returns for its shareholders.
Isuzu Motors, commonly referred to as Isuzu, is a leading international automobile manufacturer founded in Tokyo, Japan in 1937.
History has recorded extraordinary feats accomplished by women leaders in government and the private sector.
Rita Kavashe has mentored many top executives who have been able to triple their personal equity.
Rita continues to exhibit transformative leadership at the helm of the Board at BAT Kenya, a blue-chip company that has a rich history and strong heritage in Kenya and the region.
Rita Kavashe always adds value to boards she sits on and brings high voltage networks, diversity in gender and infuses the often much needed skill set due to her exposure, experience and board background.
Isuzu is the first manufacturing and distribution organisation outside of Japan where Isuzu has a 100 per cent ownership.
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