Jacquelene Swanepoel describes herself as a business woman, entrepreneur, working mom and wife. Her business community, however, describes her as a quiet woman that has the dynamic presence of a giant. The few times that Jacquelene speaks, everyone listens to every single word she has to say.
Zama Mkosi is a born leader and a very competent business and media lawyer that holds a BA LLB degree from the University from KwaZulu-Natal. She also holds a Master of Philosophy with specialisation in International Business from Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS) and a Development Finance Policy Graduate from Harvard Kennedy School, which is routinely ranked amongst the best in the world.
Everyone who’s anyone in the hospitality sector already knew how important the domestic market is to the economy before the pandemic. But this reality was magnified many times for many in South Africa – in businesses, government, and individuals – by the pandemic. It was the domestic business and leisure markets – especially the leisure market who travelled to shake off lockdown cabin fever – that saved and revived the tourism sector when it was on its knees.
By Lindiwe Sangweni-Siddo, COO of City Lodge Hotel Group, Chair of TTCSA (Tourism Transformation Council of SA), and Hostex Show Ambassador
Ecuador’s zigzag railway track around the Devils Nose is seen as one of the world’s most notorious and dangerous railways. It is also seen as one fine piece of railway engineering. Anyone that had the guts to take the trip will testify of the brilliance of it. By Marinda Sauerman
As business owners, we are constantly making decisions. A decision can make or break a business. Complex and unpredictable interpersonal and personal issues are involved in the decision-making process and can result in anxiety. By Gerty Green
Steph Jansen van Vuuren was born and raised in Klerksdorp (a mining town in North West). This is where he was introduced to the pageant and modelling world. He entered his first pageant at the age of 15 and from then on, modelling became a significant part of his life.
At 47 she dances for four hours daily on weekdays with her students. Tanya Jacobs has been teaching various forms of dancing at her interactive studio in Hartbeespoort for the past 30 years. By Carla van der Spuy
I was born in KwaMashu township in Kwazulu-Natal as Mqondisi Ngubane, or “MQ.” I was named by my grandmother who envisioned me as a “Mqondisi,” an isiXhosa word meaning “director”. This turned out to be prophetic – my name heralded my future – it was as if it was known from my birth that my destiny was to become a director.
Deon Fabel graduated in 1989 from the University of Pretoria with a degree in civil engineering (BEng(civ)). In 1993 he received a Project Management Certificate from Unisa and in 2009 he completed the Executive Development Programme at the University of Stellenbosch.
Liezel van der Westhuizen is one of those celebrity personalities that capture the true essence of what being in the spotlight is all about. A seasoned professional, Liezel has graced our television screens for 10 years, entertained us for many hours on radio and brought us captivating digital content that will be remembered for many decades to come. By Kirsty du Toit
Annelie Dillman’s story starts a little more than 40 years ago, when her dad, a keen amateur photographer, converted his darkroom into a baby room for her.
We all know that fresh innovation and digital savvy is the future and most people over 50 do not take well to changes in a company. Hence innovative companies’ reluctance to employ people over 50.
The other day I attended a meeting where the keynote speaker asked the question, “what does success mean to you?” I was bowled over when he said success is so much more than achieving financial goals. Society in general measures success in terms of job titles, money, and social status. By Gerty Green
Life’s journey begins in a safe harbor. We are still at home and dependent on our parents who take care of us. As we grow up, we leave the safe harbor and venture out into the ocean to begin with, we remain nearby the shore. Then we carefully venture offshore and study or start work. We get married and raise children. During our journey we are faced with storms – some more severe than others. by Pieter van Rensburg
He is an Entrepreneur, TV Host, Radio Presenter and Actor known for his humility, talent, and directness. Kyle boasts a resume that is not only inspiring, but also diverse. As the owner of 3 different companies, he faces an important task of being able to jump into different managerial roles and manages to do so with ease. by Kirsty du Toit
Nothing prevented Property Guru, Yusuf Essa, affectionately known as “Choppee”, from becoming one the most successful real estate businessmen in South Africa. By Yusuf Essa
Transitioning back into the world of a woman after spending years in a ‘Dudes’ rugged environment was not easy according to Marcel Cronje, the proud owner of Belle Vue Guesthouse in Hartbeespoort. ” I literally had to knock on my girlfriend’s doors to get advice on how to get dressed, match colours and apply make-up. I believe that a woman can do anything she puts her mind to. The world of a man is less complicated and more practical when it comes to aesthetics. It definitely helped me to be more independent.”
Melissa-Jo Sharpe received her BSc Dietetics cum laude at the North West University. Her interest in Dietetics started out more as a result of her own journey to understand and recover from a teenage eating disorder.
During the Navy Seals infamous ‘Hell Week’, the students are grouped into boat crews of seven men with each boat crew being assigned an Inflatable Rubber Boat (IRB). ~ By Andy Hofmeyr, Action COACH, Business Coach
“I am in the business of empowering people”
This sophisticated woman with love and empathy for people, hails from Swaziland.
