Kimi Scott-Smith is a strategic People & Culture leader and former management consultant with over 20 years of experience spanning strategy, digital transformation, HR transformation, talent development, and employee engagement. She has worked with organizations across diverse industries — from mega-events like Expo 2020 Dubai to tech, insurance and consulting — where she has designed future-ready talent strategies, leadership programs, and performance frameworks that drive both culture and business outcomes.
A certified coach (ICF, Co-Active) and emotional intelligence facilitator (SIYLI), Kimi blends analytical rigor with empathy to create workplaces where people thrive. Her certifications also include MCIPD, SHRM-CP, PMP, and Registered Nutritionist.
At her core, Kimi is a lifelong learner and avid reader who believes growth and wellbeing are the foundation of high performance. Beyond work, she enjoys family time with her husband, two young children, and their dog Pepper — often reading or crafting with her kids tackling home improvement projects.
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Mariekie Van Der Walt
Education Training & Development Practitioner@SA Responsible Gambling Foundation & Academic Institute of Excellence
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Mariekie Van Der Walt is a dynamic Education Training & Development Practitioner at the SA Responsible Gambling Foundation & Academic Institute of Excellence. With over a decade of experience in the education sector, she has spearheaded innovative training programs that have significantly enhanced professional development in responsible gambling education. Mariekie's passion for fostering sustainable learning environments has led to the successful implementation of cutting-edge e-learning platforms, benefiting thousands of learners nationwide. Her commitment to excellence and transformative education is evident in her strategic leadership and dedication to empowering individuals through knowledge and skills development.
She is also a registered Specialist Wellness Counsellor with the ASCPH (Association for Supportive Counselors & Holistic Practitioners) with 9+ years of counselling experience, and expertise in affiliation with EAP's, with a passion for mental wellbeing and supporting clients towards personal growth and self-actualisation.More...