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The Truro Business Consultant
Mar. 2024City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaI currently work with The Truro, an Enterprise Resource Planning consultancy based in Johannesburg that serves clients around the world. I'm contracted on a part-time basis, contributing the equivalent of two working days per month. My main responsibilities include contributing to research and reviewing project proposals.
Graduate School of Business - University of Cape TownMBA Student
Aug. 2023 - Aug. 2024City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South AfricaCHAIRPERSON - UCT GSB Africa Business Club The UCT GSB Africa Business Club is a student-led organization focused on hosting events that provide networking opportunities and information-sharing sessions for students and business leaders. Key Accomplishments, Functions, & Responsibilities: • Conceptualised and led the ‘Investing for Change’ conference, a pioneering event focused
on impact investing in Africa. This conference has been integrated into the CEMS - Master of International Management (MIM) program ensuring long-term academic and industry impact. • Established an advisory board of leading professionals from across the world to support the club's initiatives.
• Negotiated and secured a three-year partnership agreement between Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) and the Graduate School of Business. Raised USD 60,000 in funding
through this agreement, a first for the school. • Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced industry collaboration, student engagement, and knowledge sharing on investment and sustainable business growth in Africa.
Cape Town Fashion CouncilProgram Facilitator
Apr. 2021 - May. 2021Online Retail Facilitator - Accelerator Reboot Programme
Ananse AfricaHead Of Commercial
Nov. 2019 - Aug. 2023SandtonAnanse Internet is a Fashion E-Commerce start-up currently in the process of developing a distribution platform for African Fashion Designers to trade on. The role required me to travel to Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Senegal, and Ivory Coast to train fashion designers and manage the onboarding of selected designers to the platform. I was involved in all aspects of the development of the MVP. I reported directly to the CEO. Key stakeholder relationships that I managed were the Mastercard Foundation and Ecobank Nigeria. Key Accomplishments • Successfully conceptualised and spearheaded a five-country pilot project in Africa which was supported by the Mastercard Foundation (secured USD 500 000 for this project). This resulted in the company securing USD 4.5 million in expansion funding.
• I was awarded 20% in founder’s shares of the Ananse Group, which includes the fashion brand, KISUA Africa.
KISUAProject Manager
May. 2018 - Aug. 2023Johannesburg Area, South AfricaKISUA is an African fashion brand that trades globally via an e-commerce platform with global warehousing facilities. KISUA also had retail brick-and-mortar stores in Johannesburg, South Africa. As project manager, I report directly to the CEO. This role required my involvement in all areas of the business, from product concept development to final delivery of the product. Key stakeholder relationships that I managed included The Nelson Mandela Foundation, The Nelson Mandela Children's Hospital, Kevro, and Foschini. Key Accomplishments:
• Negotiated and closed two major wholesale deals in a space of 6 months.
• Improved product offering; established a robust network of suppliers in Africa.
University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-AfrikaStudent
Nov. 2012 - Dec. 2017City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaBachelor of Arts in Psychology Bachelor of Arts Honours in Psychology
Ananse InternetFinance & Operations Manager / Project Manager
Jul. 2012 - Nov. 2012Bryanston, JohannesburgAt the time, Ananse Internet was in its early stages as an emerging African fashion house, focused on developing its business model. I was initially brought on board to design the financial model. My strong business acumen and commitment to the project led to my
promotion to Project Manager, where I reported directly to the CEO.
Terrapinn LimitedFinancial Manager
Sep. 2007 - Dec. 2011Bryanston, JohannesburgKey Accomplishments:
• Worked closely with the local Managing Directors to achieve the most profitable year in 2009 since the inception of the business. Terrapinn is a multinational organization that specializes in trade events such as conferences
and exhibitions. They also have a training division. Their headquarters are based in London. I reported to the group CFO, who was based in London, and the local managing directors. This was a strategic financial management role.
Rectron (Pty) LtdSenior Accountant (Group)
Feb. 2006 - Aug. 2007Midrand, GautengRectron is a dynamic and innovative company which distributes computer components. Their services include sales, distribution, technical support, and assembly repairs. When I joined Rectron, it was listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. I was part of the delisting of the company. I started off my career in a junior role in the Finance Department and was promoted several times based on my contribution towards improved processes in the department. Key Accomplishments:
• Employee of the Year Award 2005.
• Detected fraud at branch level.
• Received multiple promotions.
Rectron (Pty) LtdAccountant (Group)
Feb. 2002 - Jan. 2006Midrand, Gauteng
Rectron (Pty) LtdAssistant Accountant (Group)
Mar. 2001 - Jan. 2002Midrand, Gauteng
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