Our Leadership

The People Behind METL AGRI

A multidisciplinary executive team committed to integrity, quality and the prosperity of Uganda's farming communities.

MUTESI A. Byakagaba

Managing Director

"Visionary leadership rooted in integrity, quality and community impact."

As Managing Director, Mutesi A. Byakagaba sets the strategic course for METL AGRI — steering commodity selection, market expansion and partnerships with international buyers across the Middle East, Europe and Asia. Her leadership ensures that every decision across trading, production and logistics stays true to our founding values: integrity in every shipment, uncompromising quality, and a deep commitment to Uganda's farming communities. Under her stewardship, METL AGRI has grown into a trusted East African exporter — and the standard by which the industry is measured.

Richard Baker Jr

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

"Driving METL AGRI's global vision with purpose and unwavering integrity."

As Chief Executive Officer, Richard Baker Jr leads the overall strategic direction and execution of METL AGRI Uganda Ltd. With deep experience across international commodity trade, agribusiness development and cross-border partnerships, he sets the long-term vision that positions the company as a leading Ugandan exporter. He works closely with the Managing Director and board to align operations, finance and market expansion with the company's mission — delivering consistent value to farmers, buyers and stakeholders across every market METL AGRI serves.

DAVID Wasswa

Chief Operations Officer (COO)

"Operational excellence from farm gate to final shipment."

As Chief Operations Officer, David Wasswa leads METL AGRI's end-to-end operations — from field sourcing and processing at the Jinja facility through inland transport, freight forwarding and final dispatch. He manages supplier coordination, warehouse operations, container handling and shipping documentation, ensuring every link of the supply chain runs safely, efficiently and to international quality standards. His leadership keeps the supply chain moving — reliably — for partners who count on us.

Prof. RONALD Katende

Chief Finance Officer (CFO)

"Stewarding capital with discipline, transparency and long-term vision."

As Chief Finance Officer, Prof. Ronald Katende leads METL AGRI's financial strategy, planning and corporate governance — overseeing treasury, working capital, forex management, taxation and statutory reporting across all operations. He structures financing for commodity procurement, processing expansion and international contracts, while ensuring tight financial controls, accurate reporting and full regulatory compliance. His academic background in finance and decades of corporate leadership bring rigour and credibility to METL AGRI's dealings with banks, partners and shareholders — ensuring every shilling invested supports sustainable growth, timely farmer payments and long-term value for the communities we serve.

SARAH Achieng

Chief Quality Assurance & Compliance Officer

"Every shipment meets the standard — every time."

As Chief Quality Assurance & Compliance Officer, Sarah Achieng heads METL AGRI's quality assurance, food-safety and regulatory compliance function across all commodities and destination markets. She oversees HACCP, ISO and buyer-specific protocols, laboratory testing, pre-shipment inspections and traceability systems. Her work ensures that every container leaving our facility meets the strictest international standards — safeguarding METL AGRI's reputation and the trust of buyers across the Middle East, Europe and Asia.

BETTY Nakirijja

Business Development Manager

"Turning opportunity into long-term partnerships across continents."

Betty Nakirijja leads METL AGRI's business growth — identifying and opening new markets, onboarding new commodities and building durable relationships with buyers around the world. From the first inquiry to contract negotiation and long-term account management, she works hand-in-hand with our trading, logistics and quality teams to convert opportunity into repeat orders. Her deep understanding of buyer expectations and East African supply chains makes her central to expanding METL AGRI's footprint — one trusted partnership at a time.

EMMANUEL Tumusiime

Human Resource Manager

"Building the people who build METL AGRI."

Emmanuel Tumusiime leads the entire people function of METL AGRI — from recruitment and talent development to performance, welfare and workplace culture across our offices, processing facilities and field operations. He ensures the company attracts, trains and retains the skilled professionals who keep our supply chains running, while building a working environment rooted in safety, fairness and real opportunity. For Emmanuel, every team member matters — because the strength of METL AGRI is the strength of the people behind it.

Kasandra Brenda

Head of Logistics & Freight

"Moving METL AGRI's commodities — safely, on time, every time."

As Head of Logistics & Freight, Kasandra Brenda leads METL AGRI's entire movement of goods — from inland collection at the farm gate through warehousing, container stuffing and final dispatch to buyer ports across the Middle East, Europe and Asia. She manages our fleet of transport partners, coordinates vessel bookings and shipping lines, and owns all export documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, phytosanitary certificates and bills of lading. Working closely with customs brokers, port authorities and freight forwarders, she ensures every shipment clears efficiently and arrives at its destination on schedule. Her meticulous coordination is what turns METL AGRI's processing output into reliably delivered cargo — anywhere in the world our buyers need it.

Scott McGrey

Head of Production & Processing

"Engineering quality at the source."

As Head of Production & Processing, Scott McGrey leads METL AGRI's processing facility at Jinja — the heart of the company's value-addition operation. He manages production planning, processing lines, equipment maintenance, throughput targets and in-process quality control across every commodity METL AGRI exports, including coffee, cocoa, vanilla, sesame, chia, turmeric and bird's eye chillies. He works hand-in-hand with the Quality Assurance team to ensure every batch meets buyer specifications before release, while driving efficiency, food-safety standards and continuous improvement on the floor. His leadership ensures that what leaves our facility is consistent, traceable and export-ready — every shift, every day.

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