From deboning salmon in a Scottish fish factory to empowering entrepreneurs - my journey has been anything but ordinary.
At 18, during a gap year in the UK, I held various humble jobs - from a fish factory to cleaning and bartending in villages like Ballachulish and Henley-on-Thames.
These experiences taught me a crucial lesson: I didn't want to work for just anyone - I wanted to chart my own path.
Back in South Africa, three months into my programming studies, I helped an HR manager struggling with MS Access. This opportunity led me to redesign flawed systems and spearhead the development of a Recruitment Centre for Anglo Platinum, connecting local job seekers with mining and government opportunities.
Collaborating with USAID and Anglo Platinum, I developed the Business Linkage System, providing much needed opportunities to small businesses.
I also created an Emotional Intelligence Leadership Evaluation tool, SMS-based solutions, and automotive platforms like DentBids and RoadSave (formerly CrashDetech), which gained international recognition.
But my journey isn't just about building ventures - it's about leveraging technology to empower others.
I believe that enterprise and investment can be powerful forces for positive change.
Today, I'm channeling that passion into my latest venture - SparkUp.ai.
In a rapidly evolving AI landscape, many entrepreneurs feel:
Overwhelmed by technological advancements
Limited by resources to invest in AI
Unsure how to integrate AI effectively
Concerned about being left behind
I understand these challenges - I've been there.
That's why I created SparkUp.ai - a marketplace of AI tools designed to augment the modern entrepreneur.
What SparkUp.ai Offers:
Accessibility: Sparks are ready-made by domain experts to understand and anticipate your industry-specific demands.
Affordable Expertise: Tap into world-class savvy at budget-friendly rates.
Hyper Personalised: Sparks provide expert solutions specifically designed to align with your unique business needs.
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