Meet Our Team
Amazima Ministries is extremely blessed to have an incredible staff. An organization is only as strong as the people who are working toward the same purpose. Thankfully, we have a clear mission and some of the best people in the world.
Our Leaders
We are honored to be led by a group of men and women who love the Lord and desire to lead with integrity, compassion, and wisdom.

Doug is the CEO of Amazima Ministries, having previously served as a pastor in the Nashville area, on the executive…
Doug Martin
Chief Executive Officer
Katie Davis Majors
Founder & Chief Visionary
Byron List
Executive Director of Education (UG)
Robin Booker
Executive Director of Discipleship (UG)
Larissa Rwakasiisi
Executive Director of Development & External Affairs (UG)
Matthew Foster
Executive Director of Administration & Support Services (UG)
Jeff Tikson
Vice President of Partner Relations
Madison Wolbert
Finance Director
Don Shepherd
Position: Chairman of the Board
Categories: Board of Directors
Don serves as the Chairman of Amazimaโs board. He is a classically trained marketer who has translated a consumer products background into building award-winning customer benefit driven businesses. He has profitably grown billion-dollar brands, successfully launched new businesses and products, and led several nationally recognized real estate development projects. Don received his J.D. & M.B.A. degrees from the University of Texas. He lives in Franklin, TN with his wife, Kari, and their five children.

Don serves as the Chairman of Amazimaโs board. He is a classically trained marketer who has translated a consumer products…
Don Shepherd
Chairman of the Board
Katie Davis Majors
Position: Founder & Chief Visionary
Categories: Board of Directors, Executive Leadership
Katie moved to Uganda over a decade ago with no idea that this would be the place that God chose to build her home and her family. Today, she is a wife to Benji and mom to her fifteen favorite people. Katie and her family invest their lives in empowering the people of Uganda with education, medical care, and spiritual discipleship. She is also the author of twoย New York Times bestsellers, Kisses from Katie and Daring to Hope.
Katie Davis Majors
Founder & Chief Visionary
Darryl Thompson
Position: Board Member
Categories: Board of Directors
Darryl is a financial advisor at Raymond James and is active on the mission committee at his church in Nashville, TN. He is married and has two teenage daughters.

Darryl is a financial advisor at Raymond James and is active on the mission committee at his church in Nashville,…
Darryl Thompson
Board Member
Mary Pat Davis
Position: Board Member
Categories: Board of Directors
Mary Pat is the mother of Katie Davis Majors and โJjajaโ to 15 beautiful grandchildren. She has been directly involved with Amazima Ministries International since its inception in 2007. She has experience with both state-side and in-country programs.

Mary Pat is the mother of Katie Davis Majors and โJjajaโ to 15 beautiful grandchildren. She has been directly involved…
Mary Pat Davis
Board Member
Ryan Harris
Position: Board Member
Categories: Board of Directors
Ryan Harris is the Head of Middle School at Franklin Road Academy in Nashville, TN. Previously, Ryan taught and coached a variety of grade levels in Williamson County (TN) Schools prior to becoming the principal of Nolensville Elementary School. He and his wife Angie live in Brentwood, TN, and have twin girls. The Harris family is quite involved in their church, First Church of the Nazarene, in downtown Nashville where Ryan is an adult Sunday School class teacher.

Ryan Harris is the Head of Middle School at Franklin Road Academy in Nashville, TN. Previously, Ryan taught and coached…
Ryan Harris
Board Member
Ben Merrill
Position: Board Member
Categories: Board of Directors
Ben has over 20 years of human resources experience helping large public and private organizations create a great employee experience and align people with the business and mission. Ben received his B.A. from Furman University and M.B.A. from Vanderbilt University. He lives in Nashville with his wife, Karen, and two daughters. Ben currently serves as an elder at First Presbyterian Church of Nashville.

Ben has over 20 years of human resources experience helping large public and private organizations create a great employee experience…
Ben Merrill
Board Member
Megan Allred
Position: Board Member
Categories: Board of Directors
Dr. Megan Allred is a dentist in Nashville. She gained her B.S. in Chemistry from Murray State University and her Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of Kentucky. She joined the board initially as an intern through the Nashville Young Leaders Council, before becoming a board member. Megan and her husband, Cecil, are the parents to two daughters. The Allred family are active at their church, Christ Presbyterian Church, Music Row. Megan has previously served on medical mission trips to Nicaragua, Honduras, and Kenya. She is a former volunteer with End Slavery TN and The Make a Wish Foundation of Middle TN.

Dr. Megan Allred is a dentist in Nashville. She gained her B.S. in Chemistry from Murray State University and her…
Megan Allred
Board Member
Johnย Feray
Position: Board Member
Categories: Board of Directors
John has over 30 years of financial, accounting, and strategy experience helping large public and private equity owned companies create value through a keen focus on people, partnerships and processes. John received a B.B.A in accounting from Sam Houston State University and is a CPA in Texas.ย He lives in Colleyville, Texas with his wife, Leslie, and has an older son and daughter and is an active member of his church.ย John serves on the Fort Worth Christian Cardinal Education Foundation as their president and has served as Chairman for the Fort Worth Christian Board of Trust.

John has over 30 years of financial, accounting, and strategy experience helping large public and private equity owned companies create…
Johnย Feray
Board Member
Jill Kaess
Position: Board Member
Categories: Board of Directors
Jill has over 20 years of experience as an estate planning attorney and CPA assisting clients with their personal planning goals.ย Jill received a B.S. in Accounting from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and her J.D. from Wake Forest University.ย She lives in Wilmington, North Carolina with her husband, Jon, and their son, Braxton.ย Jill and Jon also have five nieces who were adopted from Jinja, Uganda. ย Jill and Jon are active members of Port City Community Church.

Jill has over 20 years of experience as an estate planning attorney and CPA assisting clients with their personal planning…
Jill Kaess
Board Member
Daniel Iya
Position: Board Member
Categories: Board of Directors
Raised in Nigeria, Daniel has over 14 years of engineering, design, construction, and operations experience across two continents. He received his B.S. from LeTourneau University and M.S. from the University of Texas at Tyler. After living in Uganda for 10 years andย serving with Amazima, Daniel, his wife Corinne, and their son now live in Elverson, PA. They are active members of Brick Lane Community Church.

Raised in Nigeria, Daniel has over 14 years of engineering, design, construction, and operations experience across two continents. He received…
Daniel Iya
Board Member
Holly Stewart
Position: Board Member
Categories: Board of Directors
Holly has 20 years of experience in education. She received her B.S. in Chemistry and her M.A. in Teaching from the University of Memphis. In 2018-2019 Holly worked at The Amazima School in Jinja, Uganda teaching chemistry and other sciences.ย She lives in Spring Hill, TN with her husband and five children.

Holly has 20 years of experience in education. She received her B.S. in Chemistry and her M.A. in Teaching from…
Holly Stewart
Board Member
Doug Martin
Position: Chief Executive Officer
Categories: Board of Directors, Executive Leadership
Doug is the CEO of Amazima Ministries, having previously served as a pastor in the Nashville area, on the executive leadership team of FamilyLife (a ministry of Cru) and over 14 years in the technology marketplace focused on marketing and strategic planning. His most important role, however, is being the husband of Amy (35+ years), father of six (6) adult children and ten (10) grandchildren. Doug and his wife Amy make their home in Brentwood, TN.

Doug is the CEO of Amazima Ministries, having previously served as a pastor in the Nashville area, on the executive…
Doug Martin
Chief Executive Officer
Our Staff
Amazima is made up of incredible team members in both the United States and Uganda. With a team of over 200, the large majority are local Ugandans. It is always our goal to provide jobs to Ugandans first, before Westerners, so they can support their families and their community.


The team in Uganda is the face of Amazima Ministries to the community members, students, and families impacted by our programs.
Byron List
Executive Director of Education (UG)
Robin Booker
Executive Director of Discipleship (UG)
Larissa Rwakasiisi
Executive Director of Development & External Affairs (UG)
Matthew Foster
Executive Director of Administration & Support Services (UG)
Maureen Nakalinzi
Community Engagement Director
Geofrey Magala
Education Program Manager
Timothy Ssekaggo
Community Liaison Manager
Mildred Namaganda
Community Engagement Coordinator
Cypriano Haba
Community Engagement Social Worker
Noel Mwebaza
Community Engagement Social Worker
Richard Kalongo
Community Engagement Social Worker
Peter Emmanuel Wanjala
Community Engagement Social Worker
Trevor Kagoda
Community Engagement Social Worker
Grace Isabirye
Community Engagement Social Worker
Farouq Kyagera
Community Engagement Social Worker
David Laaki
Community Engagement Social Worker
Asha Namulawa
Community Engagement Social Worker
Joseline Olive Nafula
Community Engagement Social Worker
Jesca Nampindi
Community Engagement Social Worker
Andrew Wandera
Community Agriculture Manager
Samuel Wandera
Community Based Trainer – Agriculture Program
Emmanuel Sekweyama
Community Based Trainer – Agriculture Program
James Obedi
Farm Assistant
Samuel Wancha
Farm Assistant
Isima Mutebi
Farm Assistant
Christine Aluka
Head Nurse
Violet Kisakye
Head Nurse
Agatha Nakitende
Medical Administrator
Dennis Mande
Counselor
Claire Kituuka
Counselor
Sarah Brenda Nalwoga
Nurse
Simon Jaromo
Nurse
Grace Amongin
Nurse
Blendah Walwema
Nurse
Asa Niwarimanya
Physiotherapist
Yosamuย Wasswa
Clinical Officer
Lillian Ogwapit Akello
Head Teacher – Primary
Abigael Chiteva Nasimiyu
Director of Studies – Primary
Krista Hartenbach
Specialist Education Coordinator
Chelsea McDowell
Learning Support Director
Faith Atim
Primary School Coordinator
Isaac Mugyenzi
Mathematics Head of Department
Sedulach Mpata
Social Studies Head of Department
Eron Nakityo
Primary Teacher
Faith Sylivia Nakirya
Primary Teacher
Gladys Nakibuule
Primary Teacher
Delaney Stephens
English Resource Teacher
Jane Nyabonyo
Primary Teacher
Justine Hope Nakiganda
Primary Teacher
Moses Musamba
Primary Teacher
Sharon Zawedde
Primary Teacher
Amos Ikute
Primary Teacher
Ronald Lubwama
Math/Science Teacher
Victo Talemwa
Special Needs Teacher
Amy Kraus
Music Teacher
Isaac Wasswa
Math Teacher/MDD Teacher
Prize Ahumuza
Art Teacher
Brittany Watilo
Discipleship and Bible Resource Teacher
Godwin Nasasira
Physical Education Teacher
Jaclyn Hummel
English Resource Teacher
Zaidi Makai
Primary Teacher
Benjamin Ngobi
ICT Teacher
Michael Okurut
Primary Teacher
Charles Othieno
Primary Teacher
Jesca Nantege
Primary Teacher
Martin Abuku Oonyu
Primary Teacher
Margaret Mercy Akello
Primary Teacher
Joseph Muhumuza
Primary Teacher
Elizabeth Amedo
Primary Teacher
Samuel Esiangu
Primary Teacher
Anne Mabula
Primary Teaching Aide
Christine Kyomugisha
Primary Teaching Aide
Doreen Abao
Primary Teaching Aide
Joseph Nsubuga
Primary Teaching Aide
Joy Achan
Primary Teaching Aide
Judith Kisakye
Primary Teaching Aide
Marvin Mukoka
Primary Teaching Aide
Shifa Mutesasira
Primary Teaching Aide
Milly Nakato
Primary Teaching Aide
Byron List
Executive Director of Education (UG)
Patrick Mukisa
Deputy Head Teacher
Bruno Tindimwebwa
Director of Studies – Secondary
Solomon Tatwebwa
Assistant Director of Studies
Henry Ddumba
Head of Science Department
Joanita Asianut Itogot
Head of Language Dept.
Stella Nsangi Mugenyi
Head of Mathematics Dept.
Stephen Adoit
Head of Humanities Department
Leonard Lubambula
Sports Director
Daniel Isabirye
Secondary School Chaplain
Martha Nakale
Secondary School Coordinator
Brian Mulyagonja
Science Teacher
Amelia Watson
Science Teacher
Jessica Melki
Science Teacher
Asuman Mudeebo
Science Teacher
Mathias Ochan
Science Teacher
Maureen Akello
Science Teacher
Ricky Fely Ongulu
Science Teacher
Alex Muhindo
Science/Mathematics Teacher
Gerald Kakolo
Science/Mathematics Teacher
Brian Waiswa
Science Lab Technician
Moses Musooli
Assistant Lab Technician
Noah Owere
Agriculture Teacher
Deogracious Siminyu
Language Teacher
Susan Ruth Nakayima
Language Teacher
Lilliane Namala
Language Teacher
Benjamin Samanya
Language Teacher
Samantha (Wai Yu) Yau
Language Teacher
Patrick Mujuni
Language Teacher
Rachel Janet Muyama
Language Teacher
Emmanuel Afema
Mathematics Teacher
Monica Kadiba
Mathematics Teacher
Mathew Oketch
Mathematics Teacher
Erick Mugabi
ICT/Commerce Teacher
Robert Balambula
ICT Teacher
Benard Mbusa
ICT Teacher/Lab Technician
Noah Ssemakula
Humanities Teacher
Brian Ottaala
Humanities Teacher
Christine Nakke
Humanities Teacher
Mary Grace Mokodir
Humanities Teacher
Gloria Fayida
Humanities Teacher
Betty Nakachwa
Humanities Teacher
Joan Lilian Bayogera
Humanities Teacher
Joshua Kibirige
Humanities Teacher
Harriet Nabisere
Humanities Teacher
Ben Gyaviira Kirabo
Humanities Teacher
Geofrey Aballo Olum
Humanities Teacher
Victoria Nampeera
Librarian
Robin Booker
Executive Director of Discipleship (UG)
Ruth Mwebaza Kato
Student Life Manager
Simon Masembe
Student Life Manager
Solome Nyaromo
Student Life Coordinator
Jackie Ngabire
Family Mentor
Yafesi & Betty Mugerwa
Family Mentors
Bitijuma Nabukalu
Family Mentor
Neema Nera
Family Mentor
Sylivestre Sabiiti
Family Mentor
Arnold & Joan Nsumba
Family Mentors
Anna Nabunje
Family Mentor
Joseph & Diana Kasule
Family Mentors
Felister Nakityo
Family Mentor
Wally & Joy Grant
Family Mentors
Wilson Kananga
Family Mentor
Jerry & Cheryl Davison
Family Mentors
Misach Wasswa
Family Mentor
Sarah Kansiime
Family Mentor
Joseph & Kaitlyn Hartman
Family Mentors
Derrick Olweny
Family Mentor
Peter & Regina Ekulam
Family Mentors
Emma Mwesigwa
Family Mentor
Simon Okoli
Family Mentor
Ahamada and Shallot Musana
Family Mentors
Raymond Mengezi
Family Mentor
Suzan Namono
Family Mentor
Joshua Mubiru
Family Mentor
Sharon Achieng
Family Mentor
Daniel Bigisho Bene
Family Mentor
Akiramu Muluga
Family Mentor
Bosco Otto
Family Mentor
Clive Tomusange
Family Mentor
Majourine Namyalo
Family Mentor
Willy Eromu
Family Mentor
Winnie Nyakato
Family Mentor
Rachael & Jason Hudson
Family Mentors
Julian Nabwire
Family Mentor
Daphine Nayiga
Family Mentor
Alan & Diana Stewart
Family Mentors
Dulton & Esther Mutaawe
Family Mentors
Julius & Phoebe Sserwadda
Family Mentors
Matthew Foster
Executive Director of Administration & Support Services (UG)
Hope Meda Ibale
Human Resources Manager
Laura Sserunjogi Steele
Accountant
Sarah Ibiara Okimait
Office Manager
Isaac Okello
IT Manager
Joshua Duhimbaze
Procurement Manager
John Ongom
Accounts Officer
Racheal Kiconco
IT Support Officer
Claire Amico
International School Teacher
Julie Nyombi
Communications Specialist
David Ojambo
Head of Staff Life
Moses Odonyo
Staff Life Pastor
Tim Smith
Staff Life Pastor
Kristin List
TBRI Coordinator
Deborah Nanfuka
Procurement Assistant
Babra Joy Acan
Humans Resources Assistant
Goerge Ssekyanzi
IT Support Assistant
Esther Mirembe
Staff Life Coordinator
Gilbert Adima
Construction Manager
Joseph Bbirkadde
Operations Manager
Joe Booker
Head of Maintenance – Njeru
Ismael Wandera
Head of Maintenance – Buziika
Denis Ochaya
Maintenance Technician – Group Leader
Samuel Juuko
Technician
Isaac Ssempebwa
Technician
Julius Senyonga
Technician
Paul Okada
Technician
Edwin Sanya
Technician
Jake Ssegawa
Technician
Traver Mukisa
Groundskeeper
Abraham Segujja
Groundskeeper
Joseph Kamali
Groundskeeper
Lakana Ocen
Groundskeeper
Francis Omoo
Groundskeeper
Geofrey Opio
Groundskeeper
William Kalema
Groundskeeper
Patrick Omunet
Groundskeeper
Andrew Odongo
Groundskeeper
Agnes Moraa
Groundskeeper
Isaac Kisuuto
Groundskeeper
Emmanuel Kibwika
Groundskeeper
Simon Peter Ladda
Groundskeeper
Thomas Okiru
Groundskeeper
William Wabwire
Groundskeeper
Eriabo Mbigo
Groundskeeper
Moses Mulinda
Groundskeeper
Peter Drasiku
Groundskeeper
Mary Lydia Nalwanga
Custodian
Seera Hawa
Custodian
Lucia Asuru
Custodian
Hajira Nasuna
Custodian
Racheal Zawedde
Custodian
Marion Nalweera
Custodian
Mariam Mutesi
Custodian
Rose Tatusa
Custodian
Rogers Mbazira
Custodian
Joseph Bbirkadde
Operations Manager
Merabu Logose
Head of Kitchen – Njeru
Deborah Neumbe
Head of Kitchen – Buziika
Bruno Abatumbi
Cook
Joan Maturu
Cook
Suzan Nabatanzi
Cook
Lazarus Okello
Cook
Samson Ekisu
Cook
Scovia Nakafu
Cook
David Eguru
Cook
Stella Akia
Cook
James Okullu
Cook
Ronald Oyuki
Cook
Joseph Aliddeki
Cook
Tonny Opong
Cook
Amos Odonyo
Cook
Joseph Bbirkadde
Operations Manager
Brian Roy Moro
Head of Transportation
James Tumwesigye
Driver
Rashid Ssekitoleko
Driver
Kalimu Semugabi
Driver
Tom Nyombi
Driver
Musa Kasule
Driver
Tadeo “Jude” Mbaziira
Driver
Joseph Bbirkadde
Operations Manager
Leny Jimmy Cosmas Ebil
Head of Security
Martin Ocen
Security Guard
Deborah Amuge
Security Guard
Joan Acen
Security Guard
Ruth Kevin Akot
Security Guard
Sarah Kobusinge
Security Guard
Raphael Egwang
Security Guard
Kennedy Apale
Security Guard
Moses Acila
Security Guard
Micheal Oluka
Security Guard
Joel Elasu
Security Guard
Collins Agadra
Security Guard
Raulent Muhindo
Security Guard
Fortunate Jakuma
Security Guard
Julius Boyi
Security Guard
Musa Wandega
Security Guard
Maxwell Oming
Security Guard
Manasi Mademaga
Security Guard
Geoffrey Acellam Komakech
Security Guard
John Muwereza
Security Guard
Samuel Okalany
Security Guard
Kauma Kaloli
Security Guard
James Ochieng
Security Guard
Peter Kwoba
Security Guard
The stateside team provides operational support for Amazimaโs programs and ministry. Their work is integral in connecting our donors with the programs they support. This team oversees scholarship, finances and donation processing, communications, donor development, prayer, and retail sales.
Doug Martin
Chief Executive Officer
Madison Wolbert
Finance Director
Jeff Tikson
Vice President of Partner Relations
Kelli Reed
Partner Relations Manager
Brittney Meyer
Marketing Director
Jenny Rutland
Communications Manager
Amy Martin
Member Care Manager
Sara Burtt
Assistant Finance Manager
Tory Angell
Recruiting Manager
Patricia Seymour
Office Manager
Doug Martin
Chief Executive Officer
Jeff Tikson
Vice President of Partner Relations
Kelli Reed
Partner Relations Manager
Patricia Seymour
Office Manager
Sara Burtt
Assistant Finance Manager
Madison Wolbert
Finance Director
Tory Angell
Recruiting Manager