Expedition Business

In 2015, Simone launched Musgrave Gin, South Africa’s first craft gin. The idea was first conceptualized while on a trendspotting trip to the UK, after noticing the craft trend shifting between categories with gin making the biggest impact. Consumers are always looking for a story in their product. They want a drinking experience and ingredients with which they can both relate and be playful. The...

A South African Entrepreneur's Success Story despite Stage 4 Cancer! When Regorapetse Serote found out she had cancer, she was devastated.  And that was the good news.  She soon found out her Stage 3 cancer had spread to Stage 4 cancer and she was 3 months pregnant!! Most entrepreneurs pack up and go home after the slightest hump in the road. Regorapetse started a business when she was at the top...

A South African Entrepreneur Success Story born from a passion for equality Sebastian Daniels has more than ten years of experience in developing businesses in informal (township and rural) South African markets. He is the CEO and founder of Ground Culture, a company that works to connect businesses from the informal market to the formal sector. Ground Culture does this by simplifying their logist...

Paul Smith is a serial entrepreneur and writer. He has founded several companies in various industries, from boat manufacturing to innovation consulting. He currently runs Civitas, a private network for high-growth businesses in South Africa. He has a BCom from Rhodes University and a Master's degree in Entrepreneurship from the University of Pretoria. We spoke to Paul about: what inspires him to...

Who'd think that your choice of salt can make a massive difference in your life!!  It might even be the source of everlasting inspiration .... or so it seems if you listen to the endless energy & enthusiasm of Samantha Skyring!! Samantha Skyring is an entrepreneur at heart.  She was working 2 jobs at 13 and at 19 her dad threw her in the deep end to run an aircraft interior refurbishing busine...

Herman Mashaba is one of South Africa's most well-known successful black entrepreneurs prior to South Africa’s democracy in 1994 and he grew his business adventures even bigger in the New South Africa. Listen to:  Herman's advice for entrepreneurs in South Africa today How he manages to regroup, refocus & rejuvenate his soul The mountains that he wants to climb in the next 3 - 5 years and much...

Richard Lewis is a man of many talents and exponential passions. From an entrepreneurial perspective, his work at the Artisans Training Foundation is of immense importance to not only the economy of South Africa but to the future of each individual prospective artisan signing up to change their futures. We also talk about why South Africa needs more artisans and how, unlike popular belief, this co...

Corné Krige is known for being a phenomenal Springbok Flanker & Captain.  But 12 years of blood, sweat & tears on the rugby field does not shield him from the realities of entrepreneurship. In this podcast, Corné speaks about: * leaving home at the age of 4! * the responsibility that comes from privilege. * business partnerships with fellow rugby teammates. * the difference that he still w...

Find the adventure in your business and live it as if your business depends on it. This is the message of Erik Vermeulen, Behavioral Strategist, International Speaker & Adventurer.   Life is too short to miss the adventure. With an oversupply of ex-wives and worn-out shoes, Erik is the best guide through the salt-pans of life. -------------- Expedition Business is an opportunity to talk to our...

If you have ever wondered how to I get my home brewed artisan product into national chain stores .... this is the episode to listen to. Plus it contains a massive amount of Jules' life wisdom. Don't forget to subscribe & share this episode with all your friends and family. We need you to keep this entrepreneurial service going!!   -------------- Expedition Business is an opportunity to talk to...

Nomu’s Paul Raphaely is the typical David against Goliath in the food war story. An artisan food brand against the giant mass producers of the world. Nothing gives him more joy than to take a sling when he feels like fun. Or take his business partner home with him. Entrepreneurship is in his blood. Listen for more insights on: The Hellmans’ Gap Why employees should all vote How to fix the Rainbow...

Lemo’s story has grabbed the imagination of South Africans in only 11 months.  From being unemployed and out of cash to being an inspiration to infinite entrepreneurs. He has been featured on almost all the major radio stations, SABC, and endless newspapers. This is the story of someone who believes that he is in control of his own destiny. And he wholeheartedly believes that certain stages need t...

From Essex to the most exclusive banking corridors of South Africa & beyond. Frank Vein is the epitome of an escapee from corporate South Africa into fulfilling his dreams. This podcast is not only for every entrepreneur out there who finds themselves in a corner and in need of a flight plan but for all our corporate warriors feeling stuck at the bottom of the hill. Points of interest:  00:16:...

Expedition Business had the privilege of talking to Suezette Smit about the highs and lows of her business adventures.   Suezette is a highly passionate global leadership coach, inspirational speaker, influencer, author, emcee, fire walk master, high altitude mountaineer & radio presenter with a passion for De Rust in the Klein Karoo and life in general. Suezette is also the founder of Vroue W...

addVENTURES  Expedition Business had the privilege of talking to Veli Ndaba: The Neuro Engineer about the highs and lows of his entrepreneurial journey. As can be expected, Veli also dropped a whole lot of value bombs. This program is sponsored by: AddVenture Business Coaching & Content: Rediscover the Adventure in Business. https://addventurebusinesscoaching.co.za/  

We talk to Louisa Duartee, Momtrepreneurs Founder, publicist, mom of two very busy little girls, and a whole lot more. * How does she cope? * How does she stay inspired? * What would she change? * Any advice to her children? Find her at: www.momtrepreneurssa.co.za 

The highs & lows of Japie Mulder's business career post a brilliant rugby career.

Expedition Business had the privilege of talking to Eric Parker, Consultant and Partner at Franchising Plus. Eric is the founder of Nandos and Seattle Coffee and his franchising consulting firm is the name behind most of South Africa's big franchise brands. This is the story of his highs and lows of business. https://www.linkedin.com/company/ffou... https://www.facebook.com/ffounders/ https://www....

Jason English is an Entrepreneur, Author, Speaker, and Chief Eco-System Officer, and co-founder of CG Tech, a company that provides strategic management oversight and innovation to its underlying investments. Today the CG Tech group of companies employs more than 4500 people in 6 operating companies across the EMEA Super region through 8 companies. Jason is also the CEO of Al Laith as well as dire...

Ryno Griesel holds a number of FKT's including the fastest crossing of the Himalayan Mountain Range and has recently circumnavigated Lesotho on foot with his friend and fellow adventurer Ryan Sandes. Apart from all his adventures, Ryno is also a qualified Chartered Accountant and partner in a number of diverse businesses. Listen to: How does he manage all his adventures while being a full-time ent...