RETRAK and the Ministry of Trade Advocacy Partnership

Retail Trade Association of Kenya (RETRAK) is a non-political, non-partisan and non-profit-making organization dedicated to the service of its members. RETRAK has 120 entities representing over 600 outlets that are comprised of retailers. RETRAK aims to be an authoritative and trusted voice for the Kenyan retailer. It works to represent and empower the Kenyan retailer to reach their full potential and is guided by the values of integrity, service to members, commitment, fairness and collaboration with members and amongst members.

One of the key outcomes for the business advocacy fund was to see whether the Business Member Organizations (BMOs) and Civil Service Organizations have developed effective working relationships with public sector policymakers. Monitoring of private-public partnerships of BMOs with Ministries, Departments and Agencies was undertaken. The report sought to determine their success and challenges over a year and provide recommendations to enhance joint advocacy projects where they undertake research, prepare policy proposals or pursue changes in public policy.

Auteur

Mr John Kabaa is a thinker, innovator, strategy and risk management professional with over 12 years of experience in various industries. John has worked in quality and risk analytics at several major corporations in the US and Kenya. In his consulting role, he has worked on projects that required critical problem-solving skills to bridge the gaps in organizations. He holds a Bachelor of Science in mathematics and physics from the University of Nairobi and Kalamazoo College, and a Master of Science in physics from Central Michigan University.

John is the co-founder of BellTower, a multidisciplinary consultative design group that tailors its solutions to match needs and aspirations while ensuring value addition and impact in each process.

John is married and enjoys travelling, socializing, swimming, playing basketball and chess.