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Chief Executive Officer
Dynamic IntertradeChief Executive Officer
Jan. 2022 - Mar. 2026Cape Town• Restored profitability within 6 months through operating model reset, cost control, and execution discipline. • Delivered 88% turnover growth in 12 months, repositioning the business for sustainable expansion. • Directed operations in a 3,000m² FSSC22000 certified facility, embedding compliance, food safety, and production discipline. • Established a culture of accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, driving long-term resilience. • Structured joint ventures and affiliate agreements across Africa, expanding market access and regional sourcing partnerships. • Secured €1M investment support to finance growth initiatives and strengthen capital structure.
Business Owner
The Independent Business Consulting Sevices (Pty) LtdBusiness Owner
Sep. 2021Cape Town• Provides counsel to businesses on turnaround strategies, certification readiness, operational discipline, and compliance enhancement. • Advises management teams on governance frameworks, risk mitigation, and performance improvement, strengthening resilience and investor confidence. • Supports agribusiness and FMCG clients in aligning operations with HACCP, FSSC22000, and ISO 9001 standards. • Leverages networks across South Africa, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Nigeria and the African continent to connect producers, processors, and buyers. • Recognised as a trusted advisor for board-level decision support and strategic execution guidance.
Cape Town Sales Manager
Exim International Pty LtdCape Town Sales Manager
Nov. 2019 - Sep. 2021City of Cape Town• Led regional sales operations across FMCG and agribusiness accounts, driving revenue performance and strengthening customer retention. • Expanded distributor and processor relationships, broadening market coverage and deepening account reach. • Supported market development initiatives that enhanced brand positioning and sustained revenue growth. • Delivered consistent sales performance improvements, reinforcing credibility ahead of subsequent turnaround mandates.
General Manager
Bravo Fresh Meat (Pty) LtdGeneral Manager
Apr. 2018 - Feb. 201910 Kiaat Street, Kraaifontein Industria, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa• Stabilised commercial and production performance by increasing sales and reducing production costs. • Implemented statutory compliance measures that ensured uninterrupted production and reduced operating risk. • Achieved 300% sales growth, repositioning the business for profitability and market relevance. • Strengthened operational discipline and accountability, embedding resilience in a previously unstable mandate.
CEO
ZA GalvCEO
May. 2017 - Apr. 2018Traka Street, Stikland, Cape Town, Suth Africa• Conducted a full business analysis and restructured departments to improve operating efficiency and decision clarity. • Designed and executed exit plans that protected employee welfare and preserved organisational stability during liquidation. • Directed compliance and governance measures to ensure statutory obligations were met under challenging conditions. • Maintained transparent communication with shareholders and employees, reinforcing trust during restructuring and liquidation.
Marketing Manager
ZA GalvMarketing Manager
Nov. 2016 - May. 2017Traka Street, Stikland, Cape Town, Suth AfricaConsolidating and improving Sales and Marketing strategies in order to increase turnover and number of clients.
Sales Marketing and Distribution Manager
Bravo Fresh Meat (Pty) LtdSales Marketing and Distribution Manager
Sep. 2015 - Nov. 201610 Kiaat Street, Kraaifontein Industria, Cape Town, Western Cape, South AfricaAssigned to increase sales volume by using intelligent marketing strategies, re-defined distribution channels and in-time delivery.
Sales Marketing and Distribution Manager
SeaworxSales Marketing and Distribution Manager
Oct. 2010 - Jun. 2015Stikland; BelllvilleAssigned to establish and manage new sales, marketing and distribution functions for FMCG (fish and processed meat products). Notable Achievements • Designed and implemented organisation structure for sales, marketing and distribution de-partments. Trained staff, and established planning, control and support tools to monitor per-formance on daily basis. • Improved workflow functionality through restructuring of processing facility. Elevated Company image by modernising administration offices and re-designed Company Logo. • Eliminated loss-making SKU’s from product portfolio, dramatically improved productivity and industry standards of production. Implemented new processing procedures, health and safety standards as well as new packaging designs. • Successfully developed and launched new product range through intelligent promotions and marketing strategies. Products were listed with major supermarket chains (Spar, OK and Game). • Achieved highest sales in Company’s history; received award “The Best Goods Supplier” from OK Franchise Division Trade Show in 2014.

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