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South Africa

Itheta Labs is a digital leads generator and AI solutions provider in South Africa, specializing in SEO, PPC, and AI-driven enhancements. Our mission is to empower businesses with cutting-edge technology that optimizes their online presence, drives traffic, and increases conversions. We harness the power of artificial intelligence to refine and enhance our SEO and PPC strategies, ensuring maximum visibility and efficiency.Dedicated to fostering growth for SMEs, Itheta Labs prioritizes simplicity and transparency. We dismantle the complexities often associated with advanced digital lead generation, making it accessible and affordable. Our straightforward pricing model reflects our commitment to helping SMEs leverage technology to boost their revenue, streamline operations, and engage customers effectively 24/7.

South Africa

Consulting firm that focuses on product development and providing online Industrial Relations and Commercial Related services to SMME's throughout South Africa. Successfully established JV with leading online service provider to offer simple and affordable Labour solutions to SMME throughout SA.

Design and take to market legal products for SMME marketImplement successful strategies for revenue generation Generate in excess of R500k revenue within 2 months of taking an entry-level product to market during COVID pandemic

LabourExcel is a company who specializes in advising SMME’s and individuals on industrial and human resources related solutions throughout South Africa, giving our clients peace of mind when managing their largest asset and navigating the ever changing labour field. Core Duties and Responsibilities • Act as outsourced HR Manager;• Negotiate and facilitate senior and executive management separation packages;• Successfully apply for Exemption from Bargaining Council fines in excess of R1 million;• Successfully prevent a Bargaining Council from claiming jurisdiction, saving in excess of R1 million in retrospective benefits and fees;• Successfully apply to have Bargaining Council settlement agreement restructured to benefit of Employer;• S197 Transfer of Business Agreements;• Develop and enforce company policy and procedures relating to all phases of human resources activity;• Training of Management;• Employment engagement strategies;• Audited workplace, employee and management policies and procedures;• Customer Service;• Employee Relations;• Develop Performance Management Strategies;• Employee Handbook Development;• Design and Action Recruitment Process;• Advise on Employment Law;• Dispute Resolution and collective bargaining;• Compliance and Risk management associated with Human Resources;• Drafting of legal documentation;• Establishing Employment Equity Committee, creating plan and reporting;• Managing and facilitating restructuring process;• Organised labour engagement. I have experience in advising SMME’s in the following industries:ManufacturingChemicalWholesale & RetailHospitalityEngineeringConstructionRoad Freight & LogisticsLegal practicesHealth CareEducationFinanceSecurityContract CleaningMerchandisingAgricultureICTCompliance

Duties and ResponsibilitiesAdvising SMME’s and individuals on industrial/labour related matters. Solving multi-dimensional industrial/labour related problemsAdvising, drafting, implementing and enforcement of company disciplinary code to suit clients requirementsAdvising, drafting, implementing and enforcement of company policy and proceduresAdvising, drafting and implementing employment contract to suit clients unique operational requirements Advising SMME’s on day to day management of labourChairing disciplinary enquiries and grievance proceedingsInvestigationsPerformance analysis and instituting performance management proceduresAssisting Employer Organization representative in case preparation (CCMA/Bargaining Council)Negotiating mutual termination agreementsDrafting Union responsesStatutory Audits of clients in terms of Labour LegislationAdvising on compliance with statutory requirements

South Africa

Member of Exco: LegalNon- Exhaustive ListProject ManagementAi Lead to enhance the company efficiencyPPC Assistant and Ad CreatorManage Legal department to monitor the enforcement of standards and regulationsManage HR department to monitor the enforcement of standards and regulationsManage QC department to monitor the enforcement of standards and regulationsActively advise Directors of legal duties and responsibilitiesDevelop and oversee implementation of Protection of Personal Information Act complianceEvaluate the efficiency of controls and improve them continuouslyRevise procedures, reports etc. periodically to identify risks or non-conformity issuesDraft, modify and implement company policiesPrepare and submit Regulatory reportsAssess the business’s future ventures to identify possible compliance risksPrepare reports for Executive management and external regulatory bodies as appropriateDevelop and implement an effective legal compliance programContract NegotiationSupplier vetting & Contract ManagementLitigation managementEducate and train employees on regulations and industry practices

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Division of Company Partners (Pty) LtdThe continued evolution of the company’s value offering to its customers. Creating a vision that is powerful, simple and uniqueAssemble a comprehensive team to run the business and lead this teamCreate product plans which are executed effectivelyDevelop key goals of the company and measure the key metricsManaging budgets, expenses and other financial decisionsDevelop and motivate TeamDevelop and execute the business strategy

Master Of Laws - Llm, International Economic Law

In progress

Bachelor Of Laws - Llb

Certificate, Investment Management, Cum Lauded

Certificate, Human Resources Management, Cum Lauded

Activities and Societies: Notable Achiever

Investment Foundations Certificate

Cgisa - Programme 1, Corporate Governance

Activities and Societies: Received award for 2nd place in Financial Accounting I May 2018 examination

Advanced Diploma, Hospitality Administration/Management, Cum Lauded

Diploma, Hospitality Administration/Management, Cum Lauded

Activities and Societies: Student Representative Council