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Episode 40 with Sports broadcaster Cindy Poluta - talking through her career to date, self-awareness, mental health, the importance of a work-life balance and her budding TikTok account and much more! Please like, share and subscribe! #ImpactCo #MentalHealth #WorkLife #Sports

Episode 39 with the incredible Safura Abdool Karim, a Public Health Lawyer, Pupil Advocate in Group 621 on the Johannesburg Society of Advocates. Please subscribe to the channel and leave us a comment to let us know how you found it! #ImpactCo #PublicHealth #Law #HealthCare

In this episode, I am joined by Jayson George, an Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa, the Chairperson of Change Agents South Africa and the founder of Aspiration Inspiration. Jayson and I talk through his background, his transition from university to the corporate world and the role that mentorship has played in his success. Please like, share and subscribe! #ImpactCo #Professiona...

In episode 37, I am joined by Tim Mitchell, who is the head of Digital Transformation at Flux Labs and is part of the Mail and Guardian Top 200 Young South Africans in Science & Technology. Tim and I discuss the power of digital transformation, and how entrepreneurs can use it to build their people and businesses. Please like, share and subscribe! #Impactco #DigitalTransformation #Entrepreneur...

In this episode, I’m thrilled to be joined by Ntsako Mgiba, the the CEO and Co-Founder of Jonga; a South African company that is empowering personal security through the power of community. He is a Mechatronics Engineer by trade and has been building, along with his team, a very exciting company since 2015. Ntsako and I discuss: His upbringing and the impact that had on his leadership style. Empow...

In this episode, I am joined by Lintle Tsoake, the co-founder and Managing Director of Linton Consulting, who are in Mining, Construction, Training and Recruitment. They provide a valued service through their high quality mining and construction solutions. Lintle and I discuss the bold move of starting Linton Consultancy early on into her career, along with the lessons that she has learned along t...

In this episode, I am thrilled to be joined by Bojane Segooa. She is well on her way to establishing herself as a young business leader. She is an academic, social entrepreneur and Chartered Accountant registered with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA). She has over 9 years’ experience in corporate and academia specializing in financial management, auditing and tax. She i...

In Episode 33, I am joined by Denislav Marinov, the founder of Amnova Tech, who are at the forefront of enabling individuals and institutions to create on a scale never imagined before. They produce their own unique range of additive manufacturing technologies spanning from educational 3D Printers to industrial grade large format 3D Printing hybrids. Denislav and I discuss: Developing an entrepren...

In this episode, I interview Thabo Molekoa as part of our #EnergyExpertStories series, powered by Sebenzana. He is the Managing Director or Siemens Energy in Southern and Eastern Africa, where he is shaping the energy of tomorrow and in order to make the transition to a sustainable world. He is a mechanical engineer, from the University of Cape Town and holds a Masters in Business Administration f...

In Episode 31, as part of our #EnergyExpertStories series, powered by Sebenzana, I speak to Rosalind Dos Santos, the Group Energy Manager of Mpact and Future Energy Leader on the World Energy Council (WEC). Rosalind and I discuss the following in this episode: Her journey to becoming an engineer - along with her pursuit of an MBA Some tips on project management and execution Laying out the plan fo...

Join the Community As part of our #EnergyExpertSeries , powered by Sebenzana, I speak to Tom Canning. Tom is an Irish Consultant Engineer who specialises in power engineering, thermal efficiency, electrical services, mining materials, control and instrumentation, explosive factories and big process industries. He has worked in many different countries, including South Africa, Vietnam, The Gambia a...

In this episode, I speak to Kuhle Sonkosi. He is a teacher, sports coach and content creator extraordinaire. You probably best know him by the hilarious clips that he shares on his social media channels. He has, in the course of 2021, gone viral as his content has brought much delight and laughter to those who have come across it. Kuhle and I speak on: His life - and how much that has changed sinc...

In episode 28, I speak to Ryan Rickelton, a professional cricketer who plays for the Imperial Lions, the Jozi Stars and recently was called up to the South African National Cricket Team’s T20 Squad. Ryan also holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Entrepreneurship from the University of Johannesburg. Ryan and I talk through: His journey to becoming a professional cricketer The typical day in the life of...

As part of our #CriticalInfrastructureSA Series, Powered by Sebenzana, I speak to Logan Reddy, a Life Cycle Planning and Asset Management Professional. Logan and I speak through the following: The "Super Glue" that is Asset Management What we need to do differently to manage our Critical Infrastructure in South Africa How this can unlock value in the economy of South Africa Listen and subscribe! R...

In part 3 of the #CriticalInfrastructureSA Series, powered by Sebenzana, I speak to Ntombifuthi Ntuli, the CEO of the South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA). Ntombifuthi and I discuss the following topics: Her studies and passion for environmental health Life lessons learned from working in multiple industries. Wind Energy in the immediate and future South African Energy Mix If you would li...

In part 2 of the #CriticalInfrastructureSA Series, Powered by Sebenzana, I speak to Kiren Maharaj , the Managing Director of Gibb Power and the Chairperson of the South African National Energy Association. Kiren and I discuss: Her journey through a technical field after starting out, initially, with a non-technical background Our Present Energy Mix in South Africa and the Opportunities for the Fut...

As part of the #CriticalInfrastructureSA Series, I chat to Alistair Moodie , the Product Manager of the Smart Asset Management Platform (SAMP) on: Cultivating Innovative Engineering How Engineers are not boring! The Smart Asset Management Platform We would love to hear from you on the #CriticalInfrastructureSA Series! What did you make of the episode? What does Critical Infrastructure mean to you?...

For this episode, I am joined by Alexandria Procter, the CEO and co-founder of DigsConnect. In a thrilling episode we discuss the following: Growing Up and the winding journey to entrepreneurship Some Tips on how to start something meaningful (future and current entrepreneurs, this one's for you!) Some of her favourite DigsConnect Marketing campaigns The foundation and purpose of DigsConnect in th...

In Episode 22, I am thrilled to be joined by Kutlwano Tshekiso Kepadisa. He is a musical genius with talents in directing, singing and playing various instruments. He is the Artistic Director and Founder of the Makhanda Kwantu Choir. He is also the Assistant Director of Music for the Makana Choir School - Cathedral of St Michael and St George whose rise has been featured on SABC recently. He is al...

In this episode of #ImpactfulConversations, I speak to Prevlen Rambalee - a digital engineer and author of the book, Street Smart Skills for Your Corporate Career. Prevlen and I discuss some of the lessons he has learned in his studies and career, as well as how he ran a little business as a youngster - selling socks, t-shirts and peanuts. We also discuss his passion for building leaders, and the...

In Episode 20, I am thrilled to welcome Melvyn Lubega into the virtual room. Melvyn is an Actuary by training and is an experienced technology entrepreneur and business executive, who has built businesses that serve customers across the world. He is also a referenced thought leader and invited speaker both abroad and locally on digital transformation, disruptive innovation, the future of the workf...

I’m extremely excited to be joined by Dale Herbst on the next episode of Impactful Conversations. Dale is the Founder and Chief Creative Officer of That Food Guy — a proudly South African publishing company that strives to publish unique food narratives from local and international talent. He is a Creative Director, Brand Strategist, Broadcast and Digital Marketing Specialist who works with brands...

On Episode 18, I am thrilled to be joined by Foyin Ogunrombi. She is a freelance fashion, lifestyle and beauty writer, makeup artist and content creator at FoyinOg.com. She holds a BBusSci Marketing Management Degree from the University of Cape Town, and she is an Allan Gray Orbis Foundation Fellow. Foyin has extensive experience in various posts and positions. She has interned at Seventeen Magazi...

For episode 17, I am joined by Danielle Weakley. She is the Editor-in-Chief of Women's Health, Men's Health and GoHustle. Danielle has over 20 years experience in the media industry, initially working as a writer and editor. She now oversees strategy, marketing and creative content for print, digital social media, influencers and live events for two wellness and fitness brands as well as a female-...

In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Adriana Marais, the founder of ProudlyHuman. She is pioneering new frontiers in research and technology for a resilient future resilient future on Earth, Mars and beyond. She has recently visited the Antarctic interior and the Oman desert on location scouts for Proudly Human’s Off-World Project. Adriana is a Director at the Foundation for Space Development, an i...