Global law firm appoints growth expert to drive expansion into Uganda

Nairobi-based ALN is an integrated alliance of the preeminent full-service corporate law firms in 15 African countries.

NAIROBI | Pan-African Adili Group has announced the appointment of business growth expert Chris Diaz as its executive chairman, with responsibility to oversee the growth of its law firm, ALN, in the region.

Adili Group's regional footprint includes Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda and Mr Diaz is tasked with the Africa growth, including expanding the business in Uganda.

"His extensive experience and global perspective will be instrumental as we continue to refine our strategy and approach to new markets," said Karim Anjarwalla, ALN board director and ALN Kenya senior partner.

"By merging legal expertise, technology, and scalable delivery capabilities, Chris will play a key role in fostering trust and delivering sustainable outcomes for our clients.”

Adili's current law firms in the region are ALN Kenya and ALN Tanzania.

Nairobi-based ALN is an integrated alliance of the preeminent full-service corporate law firms in 15 African countries.

Mr Diaz boasts 33 years of executive experience and a proven track record of business acumen with an extensive background in business growth strategies and leadership across Africa, Europe and the Middle East and Asia region.

The appointment of the former edible oil makers Bidco Africa board member and Kenya Airways marketing director is seen as a strategic step towards enhancing the delivery of integrated and relevant client services across Adili Group's multiple business lines.

"This strategic move aims to foster collaboration and embrace cutting-edge technology as a key enabler of efficient service delivery," the Pan-African firm said.

"Chris’ expertise in business leadership, market planning, and growth initiatives will be instrumental in helping clients navigate an increasingly complex business environment across borders with agility and efficiency."

Over his 33-year experience, Mr Diaz has tucked under his belt a deep understanding of international marketing and business dynamics in Africa, establishes him as an experienced leader in innovation, growth, and market leadership.

This is expected to help accelerate the strategic vision of the Firms and Adili Group.

"With ambitious expansion plans underway at ALN Kenya, ALN Tanzania and Adili Group, we are committed to bolstering our capabilities both across Africa and on a global scale," Mr Diaz said.

As the Director of Growth and New Markets at the ALN law firms, Mr Diaz will champion focused expansion efforts, reinforcing the dedication to pioneering innovative and market-leading strategies.

These efforts, Adili believes, will integrate top notch legal expertise with strategic business solutions and sound commercial advice to deliver impactful results for clients.

As Executive Chairman of Adili Group, Mr Diaz will draw on his wealth of experience to provide clients with the insights and solutions needed to tackle today’s corporate challenges, including in managing business risks and disruptions.

The Kenyan business growth expert will also steer the organisation’s strategic direction, with a focus on expanding offerings in existing and new markets to solidifying Adili Group’s status as a premier corporate advisory firm in Africa.

"I look forward to collaborating with and leveraging on the strengths of the ALN alliance," Mr Diaz said.

"I am deeply committed to empowering our clients to navigate complexity with confidence, transforming their operations, and discovering new avenues for growth."

Besides the offices in Uganda and the three regional countries, Adili operates into the wider African market through its affiliation with ALN, the top-ranked alliance of leading corporate law firms across 14 African countries.

Besides the four regional countries, the firm also operates in Algeria, Ivory Coast, Ethiopia, Guinea, Madagascar, and Mauritius.

Others are  Morocco, Nigeria, Sudan, and Zambia.