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![]() | Aart Jurriaanse Aart Jurriaanse is the Chief Operating Officer at Pay@, where he oversees operations, strategy execution, marketing, and business growth across the company’s payments ecosystem.. |
![]() | Adelaide Tshabalala Adelaide Tshabalala is a published, award-winning strategist with over 14 years of experience in communications. Currently a Chief Digital Officer at Nerdware, she continues to break boundaries in digital marketing, data-driven strategies, and brand development.. |
![]() | Adriaan Grové CEO at MyProperty, Entegral. |
![]() | Alan Browde Alan Browde, CEO and founder of SA Harvest.. |
| Alastair Bovim As a co-founder and CEO of Insight Terra, Alastair Bovim is accountable for the business performance, operations and strategy of the company. Bovim has a proven executive track record with more than 25 years of experience managing diverse teams in the technology industry. | |
![]() | Albert Makoeng Albert Makoeng is the Managing Director of Nfinity's influencer division, overseeing two of Africa's leading creator brands, Webfluential and theSalt. His role focuses on connecting brands with creators across the continent.. |
![]() | Amadou Diallo Amadou Diallo is CEO of DHL Global Forwarding MEA.. |
![]() | Ancel Draai Ancel Draai is the MD for Applico Training, a Sage Solutions Training Provider. |
![]() | Andile Mathobela Andile Mathobela, aka The Journalist, is a multidimensional creative who operates at the intersection of music, media, and entrepreneurship.. |
![]() | Andre Le Roux Andre le Roux, Head of Strategy TBWA\Coastal, has been developing corporate, marketing, product, behaviour change, brand, communication and experience strategies for a wide range of brands in a wide range of categories for over 22 years.. |
![]() | Andrew Brand Group CEO at 99c. |
![]() | Anja van Beek Anja van Beek is an independent leadership consultant, talent strategist and coach.. |
![]() | Ann Nurock Ann is a Partner at Relationship Audits and Management, a global consultancy that measures and optimises client /agency relationships. Her proprietary Radar tool is used by 30 corporates globally and as a result, she interacts with over 200 agencies of all disciplines. |
![]() | Anton Fester Anton Fester is managing director at Sedna Africa.. |
![]() | Anton Keet Head at Risk Services at 1Life.. |
![]() | Anton van Heerden Anton Van Heerden is the managing director for DNA Outsourcing & DNA EOR. |
![]() | Anton Visser Anton Visser is the Group Chief Operating Officer of Alefbet Learning, which incorporates SA Business School and the Impact Sourcing Institute of South Africa.. |
![]() | Ashley du Plooy Ashley du Plooy is the Chief Executive Officer at ERA (E-waste Recycling Authority). |
![]() | Aunyana Moloisane Aunyana Moloisane is the Managing Director of College SA by Optimi. |
![]() | Avashnee Moodley Avashnee Moodley is the head of marketing for Oppo South Africa. |
![]() | Ben April Ben April is the associate director and ESG leader at KPMG.. |
![]() | Beverley Knoesen Director at Maven Solutions. |
![]() | Bibi Bonnecwe A South African creative professional working in the advertising industry, Bibi Bonnecwe is the Executive Creative Director at Brave Group.. |
![]() | Boudine Henningse Boudine Henningse, Executive: Operational Effectiveness at Ariston Global, is a dynamic HR professional with over a decade of leadership and generalist HR experience across diverse industries. Known for her innovative approach to enhancing organisational effectiveness, Boudine specialises in strategic HR solutions that build capability and drive transformation. |
![]() | Brendan Jacobs Brendan Jacobs is the head of agriculture for business and commercial banking in South Africa. Before his current role, he was head of client coverage for business banking in the Free State and Northern Cape, specialising in agriculture and agribusiness. |
![]() | Brian Eagar Brian Eagar is the founder and group CEO of TowerStone. From being voted as the naughtiest kid most likely to fail at school, Eagar found success in the information and technology sector as a young sales and marketing executive, culminating in an executive sales and strategy role for one of the Siemens businesses based in Germany. |
![]() | Brina Biggs Brina Biggs is the senior manager at Budget Insurance.. |
![]() | Bruce Hunt Bruce Hunt is the managing director at Transcend Capital. He has 18 years of experience in structuring multinational BEE transactions, including Employee Ownership, Broad Based Schemes and introducing strategic investors. |
![]() | Busisiwe Phakathi Busisiwe Phakathi is the marketing manager at 5fm. |
![]() | Caroline van der Merwe Caroline van der Merwe is co-founder and chief product officer at Jem HR.. |
![]() | Celeste Sirin Celeste Sirin is an employer branding specialist, speaker, facilitator and founder of Employer Branding Africa which aims to develop employer banding best practice in South Africa by educating South African leaders. She is a leading authority in positioning and elevating employer brands for companies, offering extensive insight into local, African and international employer branding trends.. |
![]() | Cesar Vacchiano President & CEO at SCOPEN. |
![]() | Chad Moses Chad Moses is the Executive Head of Reddam House Umhlanga and an experienced educational leader with a decade of senior leadership roles across top South African schools. He has a strong track record in driving academic improvement, building high-performing teams, and creating environments that support holistic student development.. |
![]() | Chaen Lew Chaen Lew is the Growth & Innovation Manager at Heineken South Africa. |
![]() | Charmagne Mazhindu Charmagne Mazhindu is a seasoned marketing leader with over a decade of experience spanning diverse industries. She holds an MBA from Gordon Institute of Business Science and an Executive Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Transformation from MIT. |
![]() | Charné Munien Charné Munien is the strategy director at Rogerwilco and an IAB Bookmarks Black Pixel winner. A through-the-line planner operating at the intersection of brands, data and culture, she combines deep experience in communications, media, shopper and digital strategy. |
![]() | Chloë Loubser Chloë Loubser is a knowledge and learning lawyer in Bowmans’ Cape Town office Employment and Benefits Practice. She specialises in the employment law aspects of commercial transactions, including mergers and acquisitions; drafts employment contracts, policies and procedures; and advises on dismissals and corporate retrenchments, agreements and restraints of trade.. |
![]() | Chris Blair Dr Chris Blair, previously CEO for 28 years, is currently Group Director at 21st Century, a leading management consultancy specialising in remuneration, reward, organisation design, change management, talent management, and people analytics. With over 28 years of experience advising more than 1,500 organisations locally and internationally, Chris is recognised as one of South Africa’s foremost experts in executive remuneration and governance.. |
![]() | Chris Borain executive director at IAB South Africa. |
![]() | Chris Campbell Chris Campbell is the chief executive officer at CESA.. |
![]() | Chris Roets Dr Chris Roets is the founder and managing director of Quantum Studios, a brand communication agency. He holds a PhD in Marketing Management and previously served as Dean of the AAA School of Advertising.. |
![]() | Christopher John Day Senior Research Analyst at Euromonitor International. |
![]() | Christy Tawii Christy Tawii is a Research & Insights Manager at Euromonitor International, specialising in Travel and Tourism for the Middle East and Africa.. |
![]() | Clinton Bridgeford Clinton Bridgeford is the chief creative officer at Grid Worldwide.. |
![]() | Colin Campbell Director: Marketing and Operations at Finchoice, a Weaver Fintech business. |
![]() | Damian Velayadum Damian Velayadum CA (SA), Group Financial Director at Fastway Couriers and oversees the financial and commercial strategy for the business.. |
![]() | Damon Forbes Damon Forbes is the founder and managing director at BreakOut Events. |
![]() | Dan Brocklebank Head of strategy at Second Rodeo. |
![]() | Danette Breitenbach Danette Breitenbach is a marketing & media editor at Bizcommunity.com. Previously she freelanced in the marketing and media sector, including for Bizcommunity. |
![]() | Dawn Rowlands Dawn Rowlands is the of CEO Dentsu Aegis Network SSA. She has over 20 years of experience in the media industry and has most notably been a shareholder founding partner of Nota Bene, a strategy agency in South Africa, and is also the founder of Posterscope SA. |
![]() | Dion Harvey General Manager at Red Hat Sub-Saharan Africa. |
![]() | Dorcas Dlamini Mbele Dorcas Dlamini Mbele is senior director, commercial for Sub-Saharan Africa at Marriott International, where she oversees commercial strategy and growth across the region’s portfolio.. |
![]() | Dori Moreno Dori Moreno is a growth strategist and founder of Journey of Self.. |
| Dr Danielle Gounder Co-founder at Skin-Recode. | |
![]() | Dr Manessah Alagbaoso Dr Manessah Alagbaoso is the Head: Business Ecosystems and Sustainability for the Standard Bank Group Business and Commercial Banking Unit. Prior to this role, he managed a portfolio of business and commercial clients in South Africa and across 14 other African countries. |
![]() | Dr Saumya Gautam Dr Saumya Gautam is a medical aesthetician and aesthetic doctor based in Cape Town with a strong passion for skin health and regenerative skincare. She is the director and co-founder of S&S Aesthetics, where she combines evidence-based medical aesthetics with a holistic approach to optimise long-term skin wellness.. |
![]() | Dr Vuyo Nyembezi A seasoned leader in the media and broadcasting sector with over 26 years of industry experience, including two decades in management, Dr Vuyo Nyembezi drives a comprehensive digital transformation strategy that positions Technology as a key enabler of commercial sustainability and operational resilience in delivering the SABC’s public service mandate.. |
![]() | Dr. Stephan Helary Founder and CEO at Terre d’Afrique. |
![]() | Dumisani Tshabalala Dumisani Tshabalala is the head of Academics at the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls (OWLAG). |
![]() | Dylan Kruger Managing partner: Africa Network at M+C Saatchi Abel, Dylan is an experienced and passionate regional brand & communication strategist with over 22 years of experience.. |
![]() | Edwin Hewitt Edwin Hewitt is CEO of Unitrans and a seasoned African business transformation leader with a proven track record of turning strategy into operational excellence.. |
![]() | El Broide El Broide is the Managing Director at The Platinum Club.. |
![]() | Erica Bopape Erica Bopape is the executive for Marketing and Communications at Absa Business Banking. |
![]() | Eva August Eva August is the chief executive officer at Century21. She is a seasoned real estate leader with over 15 years of experience in the South African property market. |
![]() | Evan-Lee Courie Group Editor: Retail and Lifestyle. |
![]() | Feryal Domingo Feryal Domingo is the acting executive director at Inyathelo. Feryal has qualifications in public relations, corporate governance and citizenship, and a postgraduate qualification in management studies at the Graduate School of Business, University of Cape Town. |
![]() | Fhumulani Ratshitanga Fhumulani Ratshitanga is CEO of Fruit South Africa, the umbrella body representing the country’s organised fruit industries. |
![]() | Frank Blackmore With years of expertise as an economist, Frank Blackmore leads economic insights at KPMG South Africa. His work includes coverage of the National Budget, Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement, and Monetary Policy Committee. |
![]() | Gabrielle Gray Gabrielle Gray is the Global Head of Capabilities for Brandtech+ the global creative-production engine of the Brandtech Group. With almost two decades of working in the creative arena across television and advertising, she leads Brandtech+’s global talent roster across five continents.. |
![]() | Gail Schimmel Gail Schimmel is the CEO of the Adverting Regulatory Board. She has a BA (Hon) LLB LLM, and is an admitted attorney. |
![]() | Garon Campbell Founder and Director at Breadb. |
![]() | Ged Nooy Ged Nooy, general manager of Field Force, a division of Provantage, has worked in the South African and international consumer goods industries for almost two decades.. |
![]() | George Mienie CEO of AutoTrader South Africa. |
![]() | Gillian Rightford Gillian Rightford is the MD of Adtherapy and executive director of the Association for Communication and Advertising, with expertise in marketing, strategy, advertising, and leadership.. |
![]() | Giulia Benincá Hanger-Hill Head of Strategy at Retroviral. |
![]() | Grant Lapping Grant Lapping is currently the digital executive at Midnight, he has worked in digital media and strategy since 2005, and has a holistic perspective on the market due to the roles he has held across the agency, client and publisher spectrum.. |
![]() | Hans Greyling General Manager at Omoda and Jaecoo South Africa. |
![]() | Hayley Parry Hayley Parry is the co-founder of The Money School and Money Coach at 1Life’s Truth About Money. She studied at the University of Johannesburg and Jonköping International Business School in Sweden, which led to a career in financial media. |
| Inga Sikweyiya Social Media Manager at VML South Africa. | |
![]() | Jaco Lintvelt Jaco Lintvelt has 15 years of demonstrable experience as a strategic, tech-aware, and client-centric business advisor. His expertise is connecting analytics to Business Growth Solutions to enable Digital Transformation within the marketing function. |
![]() | Jacques Cilliers Jacques Cilliers is The Up & Up Group's Creative Director: AI and Automation Division.. |
![]() | Jacques du Preez Jacques du Preez is CEO of Provantage Media Group. He is the founder and a shareholder of the group, which is one of southern Africa's leading out-of-home and transit media and marketing companies.. |
![]() | Jakes Joubert Jakes Joubert is the CEO of Red Energy.. |
![]() | Jane Andropoulos Jane Andropoulos is a partner in Bowmans’ Johannesburg office Dispute Resolution Department.. |
![]() | Jarryd Terblanche Jarryd Terblanche is a Conceptual Copywriter at Special Effects Media, specialising in crafting authentic brand voice and story-led content that resonates across digital platforms.. |
![]() | Jason van Dyk Jason van Dyk is the founder and CEO at Sociable app, a platform bringing people together through Community, Passion, and Authentic events on iOS and Android.. |
![]() | Jeff Ryan Jeff Ryan is the MD for AWCape, a Sage Business Partner and has over 20 years of experience. He has extensive strategy and technology consulting, project management and business development experience in multiple industries. |
![]() | Jessica Gbedemah Jessica Gbedemah is a postgraduate student in communication management at the University of Johannesburg. A Gen Z communicator and mentor, she is passionate about amplifying authentic voices, driving social impact, and fostering meaningful community engagement.. |
![]() | Jessica Voerman Jessica Voerman is the chief clinical officer at SH Inc. Healthcare.. |
![]() | Joe Hamman Founder & Director at Novus Group. |
![]() | Joep Schoof Joep Schoof is chief operating officer at Valor Hospitality Partners - Africa.. |
![]() | Johan De Ru Johan De Ru is the Head: Education Sector at Standard Bank Business and Commercial Banking South Africa. |
![]() | Johanna McDowell MD of the Independent Agency Search and Selection Company (IAS), and partner in Scopen Africa, with a background that includes being on both the agency and the client side of the fence, Johanna McDowell is well-placed to offer commentary on marketing and advertising in the South African and international contexts. She built her career in marketing and advertising since 1974, holding directorship in both SA and British advertising agencies. |
![]() | Johannes Keiper Johannes (Jojo) Keiper is a multi-award-winning strategy director at M&C Saatchi Abel and the Up&Up Group. He has helped build some of the world’s most loved brands - from MTN, Heineken or PepsiCo, to one of South Africa’s most loved retailers, takealot.com. |
![]() | John Jack John Jack is the chief executive officer at Galetti Corporate Real Estate.. |
![]() | John Loos John Loos is a senior economist at FNB Commercial Property Finance. Loos began his career as an economist at the National Treasury under Finance Minister Trevor Manuel. |
![]() | Jonathan Sinden Jonathan Sinden is Liberty Two Degrees' chief operations officer. His experience spans 26 years in the property industry, with an excellent track record as development manager at Liberty Properties, Group Five and Absa prior to joining StanLib as an asset manager in 2013. |
| Jonty Fisher chief strategy & integration officer at Publicis Groupe. | |
![]() | Joon Chong Joon Chong is a partner in the Tax Practice at Webber Wentzel.. |
| Judith Mugeni Judith Mugeni is the co-founder, chief strategist and managing partner of Ganizani Consulting Services, a strategic marketing and tech firm. Her passion lies in the integration of all marketing activities. | |
![]() | Justin Bott Justin Bott is the CEO of Interwaste.. |
![]() | Justin Manson Justin Manson is the sales director at Webfleet South Africa, Bridgestone’s Mobility company.. |
![]() | Justin Thom Justin Thom is a director at Galetti Corporate Real Estate, a leading South African office and industrial real estate consultancy. He has over 13 years of experience in the industry.. |
| Kalnisha Singh Kalnisha Singh is a development economist and strategic transformation specialist with over two decades of experience working at the intersection of economic policy, capital deployment, sustainability, and social outcomes in complex emerging-market environments. Her work focuses on supporting investors, project developers, and institutions operating in contexts where regulation, community dynamics, development priorities, and commercial realities converge.. | |
![]() | Karabo Ledwaba Karabo Ledwaba is a Marketing and Media Editor at Bizcommunity and award-winning journalist. Before joining the publication she worked at Sowetan as a content producer and reporter. |
![]() | Karen Loader Karen Loader is a fitness industry leader, entrepreneur and CEO of Functional Fitness South Africa, overseeing the growth of F45 Training and FS8 nationwide.. |
![]() | Kate Stubbs Kate Stubbs is the current group business development and marketing director for the Interwaste Group which forms part of Séché Environment, an international environmental solutions business.. |
![]() | Keegan Skinner Keegan Skinner is an educational leader, speaker, and innovator with over a decade of experience shaping academic, pastoral, and cultural excellence in South African schools. Currently the Deputy Headmaster at Reddam House Waterfall, Keegan led the first-ever South African educational expedition to Antarctica, guiding a group of students on a transformative journey of scientific and environmental discovery, a highlight of his career and a testament to his belief in experiential learning.. |
![]() | Kelly Jackson Kelly Jackson is managing director at TTC Tour Brands EMEA.. |
![]() | Kelly Kaimowitz Kelly Kaimowitz is the Influencer Specialist at Special Effects Media, with a background in marketing. She is passionate about bridging the gap between brands and influencers, ensuring that both sides feel heard and represented.. |
![]() | Kevin Dam Kevin Dam is a commercial attorney and director at KISCH IP specializing in Corporate and Commercial Law and provides strategic legal solutions for businesses navigating complex regulatory environments.. |
![]() | Kevin Welman Kevin is a co-founder and director of ByDesign Communications, with over twenty years' experience in corporate communication strategy, media strategy, social media strategy and crisis counselling.... |
![]() | Khomotjo Mashele Khomotjo Mashele is the Head of Product at SPARK Schools. Khomotjo leads the end-to-end design and implementation of scalable, technology-integrated learning models that prepare SPARK School scholars for success in an evolving global economy. |
![]() | Kirby Gordon Kirby Gordon is the chief marketing officer at FlySafair, where he leads all client acquisition and retention, brand reputation, and content production efforts for South Africa's largest low-cost airline.. |
![]() | Lebo Madiba Founder and Managing Director of PR Powerhouse | Communications Strategist | Corporate Reputation Leader | Podcaster at Influence. |
![]() | Lebo Madiba PR Powerhouse is full service public relations consultancy with specialist practice areas in healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, public affairs and hospitality.. |
![]() | Lerato Mothopeng Lerato Mothopeng is the client success manager at Nerdware, a digital marketing agency. She is an optimistic and result-driven digital marketing consultant with over 10 years of experience in strategic digital marketing, account management and team leadership. |
![]() | Leslie Adams Leslie Adams is the sales director at Reach Africa. |
![]() | Lindsey Schutters Lindsey is the editor for ICT, Construction&Engineering and Energy&Mining at Bizcommunity. |
![]() | Louis Fourie Founder of Venture Workspace. |
![]() | Lushan Sundram Lushan Sundram is the senior sales & business development manager at Essential Employee Benefits. He is a results-driven financial services professional with experience in driving business growth through strategic planning, in-depth financial analysis and innovative sales strategies. |
![]() | Lyndy van den Barselaar Lyndy van den Barselaar is the Managing Director of Manpower South Africa, where she has successfully led the company for the past decade. A skilled business leader with a passion for communication and people development, Lyndy’s leadership style is rooted in honesty, kindness, and continuous growth.. |
![]() | Madelein O'Connell Madelein O'Connell is the Executive in charge of Marketing, Sales & Corporate Relations at Bestmed Medical Scheme.. |
![]() | Madri van der Westhuizen Madri van der Westhuizen is Campaign & Social Media Manager at Anew Hotels & Resorts.. |
![]() | Maphefo Anno-Frempong Chief Executive Officer of the Transport Education Training Authority (TETA), Maphefo Anno-Frempong, is a woman on a mission. Credited with turning around an entity that had lost credibility in the transport sector and in the SETA industry due to several investment decisions that turned out differently. |
![]() | Marc Ashton Marc Ashton is the chief executive officer at Decusatio.. |
![]() | Mario Landman Dr Mario Landman is the executive of Education Technology and Innovation at the Independent Institute of Education (IIE). |
![]() | Mark Hayter Mark Hayter works at Reddam House Waterfall, focusing on inclusive digital teaching, geography, and AI. He helps schools and universities build strong curricula, assessments, and support for all types of learners. |
![]() | Maroefah Smith After studying media and writing at the University of Cape Town, Maroefah dived head-first into publishing. Going on to write more than 50 pieces in digital (Bizcommunity) and print media (Seventeen Magazine). |
| Mathabo Sekhonyana A technology marketing specialist, she was selected Mail & Guardian Top 200 Young South Africans. She also serves on the board of the young female empowerment organisation, the B.E.A.R Foundation.. | |
![]() | Mathew Kirkland Mathew Kirkland is a senior Life Sciences educator at Reddam House Atlantic Seaboard. |
![]() | Max Oliva Max Oliva is the Chief Executive Officer at Spar Southern Africa. |
![]() | Melanie van Rooy Dr Melanie Van Rooy is an accomplished marketing and strategy executive renowned for her unique blend of creativity and analytical prowess. With more than 22 years’ experience in FMCG and retail, coupled with 35 years of expertise in analytics, she has consistently demonstrated her ability to infuse innovative thinking and creativity with data-driven insights to propel business success.. |
![]() | Michael Cost Head of Strategy and Client Development at Humanz. |
![]() | Michel van Rijmenant CEO and creative director at Chimera Creative. |
| Miguel Da Silva Group Executive: Business Banking at TymeBank. | |
![]() | Mike van der Westhuizen Mike van der Westhuizen is a portfolio manager at Citadel Investment Services, a position he has held since April 2011. In this role, he specialises in Fixed Income and Alternatives, conducting macroeconomic analysis, managing multi-asset portfolios, and implementing trading strategies.. |
![]() | Mornè du Preez Mornè du Preez is CEO of Tourvest Travel Services, one of South Africa’s leading travel management companies. He began his career in 1999 at Seekers Travel, progressing from financial manager to divisional director, where he introduced South Africa’s first paperless consulting environment and established a profitable ticketing department for non-Iata agents.. |
![]() | Murray Crow Managing Director at Kwikot. |
![]() | Musa Kalenga Musa Kalenga is a technologist, marketer, brand communicator, entrepreneur and author of Ladders and Trampolines. He is the Group CEO and shareholder of Brave Group and co-founder of Bridge Labs.. |
![]() | Nathan Reddy Nathan Reddy is the founder and chairman of Grid Worldwide, and one of South Africa’s most awarded creatives.. |
![]() | Nelson Teixeira Nelson Teixeira is the Managing Director of Operations for FedEx in sub-Saharan Africa. |
![]() | Nic Riemer Nic Riemer is the Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of Invigilator App.. |
![]() | Nicola Allen Nicola Allen has been in market research and analysis for more than 20 years and worked on dozens of major brands across South Africa, Australia and Nigeria. As Senior Analyst at Trade Intelligence, she heads up shopper research and bespoke market research projects for FMCG clients.. |
![]() | Nicole DiNicola Global VP of Marketing at SmartCat. |
![]() | Nigel Matthews The executive creative director at Boomtown, Nigel Matthews, is a seasoned creative leader with 19 years’ experience across South Africa’s top agencies.. |
| Nokuthula Khwela Founder and Editor-in-Chief at Nduli Media and Timeless Trends Magazine. | |
![]() | Nonku Nyathi Nonku Nyathi is a Senior Partnerships and Ecosystem Lead at Injini, an edtech accelerator and think tank. Nonku has an academic background in science and health innovation and has spent the last six years contributing to the design and implementation of projects and interventions in fields such as health systems, innovative finance, and early childhood development (ECD). |
![]() | Octavius Phukubye Executive Director at Mr Price Foundation. |
![]() | Olivier Perillat-Piratoine Olivier Perillat-Piratoine is the managing director of Club Med Southern Africa.. |
![]() | Parusha Partab Parusha Partab is the chief strategy officer for VML South Africa.. |
![]() | Pat Mahlangu Pat Mahlangu is an award-winning Brandpreneur, and the founder of Pat on Brands, a digital platform at the forefront of brand insights. In 2020, he launched Lerato Agency, a PR and Digital Creative Agency. |
![]() | Paul Makube Paul Makube is Senior Agricultural Economist at FNB.. |
![]() | Paul-Roux de Kock Chief Analytics Officer at Lightstone. |
![]() | Phillipa Geard Phillipa Geard is the visionary Founder and CEO of the award-winning employment agency RecruitMyMom and its sister platform, RecruitAGraduate. Renowned for her expertise in flexible work solutions, Phillipa is a passionate advocate for social impact, focusing on empowering women and youth. |
![]() | Privesan Naidoo Privesan Naidoo is the Executive Vice President for Trading Products, focusing on cards and payments at Nedbank.. |
![]() | Rirhandzu Shingwenyana Rirhandzu Shingwenyana is a marketing, advertising and communications professional with experience in account management, social media and digital marketing campaign management.. |
![]() | Robyn Gouws Robyn Gouws is the Coding and Robotics teacher at Reddam House Waterfall.. |
![]() | Ronelle Bester Ronelle Bester, MD of Red Ribbon Communications, started her career in technology at Dimension Data as marketing manager of the Western Cape. She has a BTech degree in public relations from Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University and has lectured in public relations at both the University of South Africa and Varsity College. |
![]() | Samantha-Jane Gravett Samantha-Jane Gravett is a Director at Robert Walters Recruitment Africa, where she oversees multiple teams across the African continent, driving the organisation's commitment to providing technology-led talent solutions alongside her dedicated and customer-centric colleagues.. |
![]() | Shaheed Rajab Shaheed Rajab, Senior Community Manager at Special Effects Media, brings a wealth of experience from his work in the UK, US, and African market.. |
![]() | Shaun Fuchs Founder and CEO at Centennial Schools. Shaun Fuchs is a passionate educator with over 30 years' experience in the education sector. |
![]() | Shaun Smit Shaun specialises in BEE Ownership advisory and transaction structuring - specifically ESOP and Broad-based Ownership Scheme implementation, Enterprise and Supplier Development initiatives, and share incentive schemes. Prior to joining Transcend Capital, Shaun worked for Deloitte and Credit Suisse.. |
![]() | Siki Msuseni Siki Msuseni is the Founder and Director of Amplified PR. She holds a Bachelor of Consumer Science in Fashion Retail Management (Cum Laude, Unisa) and a Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing Management (UCT).. |
![]() | Simon Säll Simon is a creative who loves strategy and structure. Coming from a design background and having shifted into strategy and management through his experience as an entrepreneur, he has developed a deep appreciation for how good leadership and business management impact team cohesion and output.. |
![]() | Stan du Plessis Dr Stan du Plessis is the CEO at Stadio Higher Education. |
![]() | Suhana Gordhan Suhana Gordhan is the CCO of LoveSong and founder of Open Chair, whichlaunched in 2024 and is a community for young women in the industry to have face time with senior industry leaders through a mentoring programme.. |
![]() | Svetlana Vasileva Svetlana Vasileva is the AFSA Secretary General and part of AFSA’s international transformation, together with the AFSA Court, into a leading centre for complex cross-border dispute resolution. With deep experience in international arbitration and institutional reform, she drives initiatives that modernise Africa’s arbitration infrastructure, elevate African expertise, and strengthen global partnerships. |
![]() | Taegan Devar Taegan Devar is an industrial psychologist and the founder and managing director of people and organisational development firm Fineline Consulting.. |
![]() | Tanya Schreuder Tanya Schreuder has spent close to 30 years in the media industry, co-founding Nota Bene Johannesburg in 2000, launching Vizeum South Africa in 2007, and later serving as group managing director at dentsu Media Brands. Today, she leads Juno Media, where she focuses on building a modern agency that fuses strategic rigour with creative bravery to deliver meaningful results for clients.. |
![]() | Tapelo Zama Tapelo Zama is the digital marketing manager of 555 Media Hub. He specialises in data-driven marketing, media trends, and using social intelligence to identify opportunities for digital innovation.. |
![]() | Tersia Joubert Tersia Joubert is the Head of Research & Development (R&D) and Lead R&D Technologist at B-well Foods. She is an active representative for the company, often speaking about industry trends, innovations, and the future of the food sector in South Africa.. |
![]() | Tessa Venter Tessa Venter is the Chief Academic Officer at UCT Online High School, where she leads academic innovation and curriculum strategy. With over 10 years of experience in education and pedagogy, she is passionate about creating accessible, future-focused learning ecosystems that empower every learner to thrive.. |
![]() | Thabang Skwambane Thabang Skwambane is the CEO of Nahana Communications Group.. |
![]() | Thando Mxosa Strategy director at Penquin. |
![]() | Tom Goddard Tom has served on the board of the World Out of Home Organization since 2015 and was appointed President in 2017. He is also Chairman of OOH Capital, former Chairman of Ocean Outdoor from 2019 to 2020 and former CEO of CBS Outdoor International from 2000 to 2008. |
![]() | Tom Kaneshige Chief Content Officer at CMO Council. He creates all forms of digital thought leadership content that helps chief marketers, line of business leaders, and growth and revenue officers succeed in their rapidly evolving roles. |
| Tyrell Stevens Im a man with bright ideas and a passion for the industry.. | |
![]() | Venessa Dewing Venessa Dewing is vice president of sales for Sub-Saharan Africa at DHL Express, where she leads regional sales strategy and supports businesses navigating Africa’s evolving trade and logistics landscape.. |
![]() | Vincent Maher Vincent Maher is the CEO at True I/O and the head of the MMA AI Leadership Consortium (ALC), South Africa.. |
![]() | Waldo Marcus Waldo Marcus is director at TPN Credit Bureau.. |
![]() | Wayne Abegglen Wayne Abegglen is portfolio executive for the Western Cape division of Hyprop Investments.. |
![]() | Wilson Tauro Wilson Tauro is the country manager: southern Africa at Air France-KLM, with nearly 30 years’ experience in aviation.. |
![]() | Yesh Surjoodeen Yesh Surjoodeen is the Southern Africa regional director at HP. |
![]() | Yuneal Padayachy Yuneal Padayachy is the Chief Support Officer at The BEE Chamber. Padayachy has over 14 years of experience in the B-BBEE and Transformation Environment of which over 11 Years has been in a Middle / Senior Management level. |
![]() | Yusuf Abrahams Founder and Experience Director at App Your Game. |
![]() | Zanele Kabane Creative director at M&C Saatchi Abel. |
![]() | Zihaad Israfil Zihaad Israfil is the chief executive officer at CFI Financial South Africa.. |

























































































































































































