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Genesis CBDDirector
Jan. 2021JohannesburgGreg spearheaded the operational and financial initiatives to launch a large-scale CBD farming and agri-processing company from the ground up. Since 2021, Greg has diligently overseen the company's operations and financial aspects, ensuring its steady growth and sustainability.
Future Farms SADirector
Jan. 2018Cape Town, Western Cape, South AfricaAs a co-founder and current leader overseeing operations and financial management at Future Farms, a cutting-edge climate-smart farming company, Greg has been instrumental in the company's remarkable journey. Under his leadership, Future Farms achieved a significant milestone by winning the African Development Bank's Youth Empowerment competition for best startup. Greg's role has extended beyond steering this technically advanced company through numerous challenges. He has been pivotal in managing and mentoring staff while providing strategic guidance to optimize day-to-day operations.
Limaco FoodsManaging Partner
Jan. 2018 - Mar. 2022Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South AfricaIn an unexpected opportunity, Greg and a partner acquired Limaco Foods, a FMCG Company, in 2018. Greg assumed the operational leadership of the company, where he orchestrated a series of transformative changes, including the implementation of new software solutions. His proactive efforts extended to securing lucrative contracts and overseeing the expansion of operations, contributing significantly to the company's growth. Greg's strategic acumen and effective management ultimately culminated in a profitable exit in 2022 when he successfully sold the company.
OxbowSenior Account Manager
Mar. 2015 - Jun. 2015Cape Town Area, South AfricaWorked as an energy efficiency consultant at Oxbow Eco-energy, managing and designing various solar projects, back up power systems and energy efficiency lighting systems.
HALON ENERGYDirector
Jan. 2015 - Feb. 2020In 2015, Greg co-founded Halon Energy Partners, a Cape Town-based company dedicated to delivering energy-efficient solutions to businesses, ultimately reducing their power consumption. Greg initially spearheaded the consulting aspect of the company and later assumed the role of Financial Director. In 2020, he made the strategic decision to divest his stake in pursuit of new ventures. During his tenure at Halon Energy, Greg's dynamic skill set extended beyond finance; he also took the reins of the company's marketing efforts. Leveraging his creative talents, he personally crafted the company's website and executed an online marketing strategy, significantly expanding market share in the energy-efficient lighting sector—the core focus of the rebranded Halon Energy. Greg's contributions were instrumental in securing major projects with renowned clients, including Unilever, Pepsico, RCL Foods, and SPAR, solidifying the company's reputation as an industry leader
WSP Group AfricaEnvironmental Consultant
Aug. 2012 - Feb. 2015Cape Town Area, South AfricaPreviously employed as an Environmental Consultant in the GeoScience team at WSP Environmental with my primary work focused on contaminated groundwater assessments, land remediation, contaminated land assessments, and Resource Efficiency and Cleaner Production (RECP) Audits.
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