Dorothy is a storyteller, dreamer, learner, entrepreneur and a general taker of wild leaps of faith.

Born and raised in Kenya, Dorothy attended Alliance Girls' High School, one of the nation's most prestigious girls' boarding schools, and later studied in Australia and the United States. In 2009, she quit her corporate job in Canada and moved back to Kenya to follow her passion in media and entertainment. Despite limited resources in the nascent African industry, Ghettuba was armed with a dogged determination to make it against all odds.

Spielworks Media: A Dream Realized

As a pioneering media executive, she co-founded in 2009, the groundbreaking Spielworks Media production company one of East and Central Africa’s prolific creators and producers of entertainment content for television and digital platforms. She also later co-founded Keja TV, a social video channel on Facebook and YouTube.

With 18 television shows, 41 movies and numerous web shows under her belt, Dorothy’s considerable knowledge and expertise in content creation and production for both the traditional and digital media then positioned her as one of the notable personalities in media content and technology in Africa.

Netflix: A Global Platform

In 2019, Dorothy's dream took a significant leap forward when she joined Netflix as the Manager for African Original Series. She was also simultaneously appointed by then-Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta as chairperson of the eponymous Kenya Film Commission (KFC) Board.

Dorothy was the Director of Netflix-Africa Originals Series from 2022 to December 2023. Under her guidance, the series team became a hub for African creativity, commissioning and producing Series that showcase the rich storytelling traditions of the continent. From thrilling dramas to heartwarming comedies, here Dorothy's dream of a world where African narratives are told by Africans is being realized.

As of January 2024, Dorothy has been appointed as Netflix Director of Content (Series & Film)-Africa. This change in title reflects additional responsibility and scope at the streaming giant.

A Voice for Change

But Dorothy's work goes beyond the screen. She's a vocal advocate for diversity in the entertainment industry, championing opportunities for African writers, directors, and producers. Her voice resonates in boardrooms and conferences, echoing a call for authentic representation.

Her efforts have not gone unnoticed. Industry accolades and recognition have followed her, but it's the impact on the ground that truly defines her success. Young African creatives see in Dorothy a role model, a beacon of what's possible.

Dorothy is passionate about helping people be the best they can be, executing this through women empowerment, innovation and strategy-- three disparate but very relevant issues.

Dorothy’s honors include; Business Daily Top 40 Under 40 Women in Kenya in 2011 and 2014, Top 40 Under 40 Women in Film in Africa and Msafiri’s Top 50 Business People in Kenya.

Accolades

Dorothy is an alumnus of The Bucerius School of Global Governance in Hamburg, Germany and is a 2016 Archbishop Desmond Tutu Fellow. She is a graduate of the Stanford Institute for Innovation in Developing Economies SEED program and remains dedicated to telling the African story.

She was named in Variety Magazine's Global Impactful Women 2021 list and in the eponymous Leading Ladies Africa's Top 50 Leading African Corporate Women in 2022.

A Personal Touch

Those who know Dorothy speak of her passion and commitment. Her belief in the power of stories to shape perceptions and break down stereotypes is not just a professional stance; it's a personal creed.

In a recent interview, she reflected, "Our stories are our strength. They connect us, inspire us, and remind us of who we are. It's time the world sees Africa through our eyes."

A Story Unfolding

Dorothy Ghettuba Pala's story is far from over. Now a wife and mother of two daughters,  with every new dream and project, she continues to redefine what's possible for African creatives. Her vision, once a dream confined to Kenya, now streams into homes across the globe.