Schalk Visser

CITO @Cell C

Electrical engineerEngineerIT🏐 SportsCTOAthleteC-level Executive

Hi there! I've been in the telecom world for over 25 years now, and it's been quite the journey of experiencing this industry grow from something exclusive to something everyone in Africa uses daily. I've climbed the ladder, starting as an Engineer and moving through various leadership roles at big companies like Telkom, Vodacom, and Vodacom Mozambique. Back in 2012, I joined Cell C, where I've been part of the team shaping some really cool tech projects. I love working with others and helping my team grow, which has led me to my current role as the Chief Information and Technology Officer. Here, we’ve been all about pushing forward our technology strategy, making sure it fits with our innovative spirit at Cell C. I'm all about learning, so I have three master's degrees—one in Business Administration, another in Philosophy of Corporate Strategy, and the last in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. This mix of tech know-how and real-world experience gives me a pretty unique view of where technology is heading, especially in Africa, with all the exciting changes of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Outside work, I enjoy the great outdoors, engaging in activities like mountain biking (MTB), cycling, running, trail running, and competing in triathlons. These pursuits keep me grounded and inspired. My big goal? To use all this technology to make a real, positive difference in people's lives across our beautiful continent.

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Chief Technology and Information Officer

Cell CChief Technology and Information Officer

Jul. 2020Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaResponsible for the implementation of the wholesale network aggregator strategy as well as building and partnering to enable our business and our partners with technology capabilities that support growth and delight our customers.

Chief Technical Officer (Acting)

Cell CChief Technical Officer (Acting)

Aug. 2019 - Jun. 2020Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Executive Head: Enterprise PMO

Cell CExecutive Head: Enterprise PMO

Jun. 2019 - Aug. 2019Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Executive Head: CTIO PMO

Cell CExecutive Head: CTIO PMO

Jul. 2014 - May. 2019Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Executive: CTO PMO

Cell CExecutive: CTO PMO

Jul. 2012 - Jun. 2014Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Executive Head of Department: Programme Office

VodacomExecutive Head of Department: Programme Office

Jan. 2012 - Jul. 2012Maputo, Cidade de Maputo, Mozambique

Programme Manager, Network Project Management

VodacomProgramme Manager, Network Project Management

Sep. 2009 - Dec. 2011Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Project Manager, Network Project Management

VodacomProject Manager, Network Project Management

May. 2008 - Aug. 2009Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Project Leader, Project Management – Northern Gauteng

VodacomProject Leader, Project Management – Northern Gauteng

May. 2006 - Apr. 2008Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Part Time/Holiday Work: Technology Engineering

TelkomPart Time/Holiday Work: Technology Engineering

Dec. 2001 - Jul. 2002

Part Time/Holiday Work: RDC, Cape Town

TelkomPart Time/Holiday Work: RDC, Cape Town

Jun. 2001 - Jul. 2001

Part Time/Holiday Work: BMC, Cape Town

TelkomPart Time/Holiday Work: BMC, Cape Town

Dec. 2000 - Jan. 2001

Part Time/Holiday Work: Caledon Transmission, Telkom SA

TelkomPart Time/Holiday Work: Caledon Transmission, Telkom SA

Dec. 1999 - Jul. 2000

Specialist | Technology and Service Integration

TelkomSpecialist | Technology and Service Integration

Jun. 1999 - Apr. 2006

Part Time/Holiday Work: Caledon Yard, Telkom SA

TelkomPart Time/Holiday Work: Caledon Yard, Telkom SA

Jun. 1999 - Jul. 1999

Part Time/Holiday Work

J&B Electrical ContractorsPart Time/Holiday Work

Dec. 1997 - Jul. 1998Caledon, Western Cape, South Africa

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