I am developing our next generation of entrepreneurs. Through FRED Academy, our unique AI-infused educational program, we give high school and university students the opportunity to learn about and experience entrepreneurship. My vision is to positively impact over 1million students across Africa and the Middle East.FRED blends theoretical concepts with experiential learning and self-development to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset for students. FRED is takes students on an… Show more I am developing our next generation of entrepreneurs. Through FRED Academy, our unique AI-infused educational program, we give high school and university students the opportunity to learn about and experience entrepreneurship. My vision is to positively impact over 1million students across Africa and the Middle East.FRED blends theoretical concepts with experiential learning and self-development to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset for students. FRED is takes students on an educational journey of self-discovery and learning anchored around the journey of a start-up entrepreneur. The FRED curricular is engaging as it is interactive through the inclusion of multimedia, built-in assessments, Class Conversations and an AI Tutor to personalise and reinforce learning. Outcomes include a Personal Purpose Statement, a Personal Brand Strategy and a platform that supports a student from idea generation to business plan and ultimately funding support. The FRED Huddle. Based on the real-world experience of our entrepreneur founders who have experienced tremendous personal growth and development through collaboration, conversations and community.The FRED Huddle provides a platform for goal setting and accountability, personal introspection, reflection and guidance and facilitates conversations, collaboration and community within an international peer-group of like-minded students. Experiential Learning. FRED offers gamified access to experiential learning through in-person learning events with successful entrepreneurs, and they are provided the opportunity to pitch for advice, mentorship and meaningful Grade 11 work experience. Students with viable business plans will have the opportunity to pitch for funding support. Experiential Learning gives students the opportunity to experience the real-world of work, whilst enhancing their employability. Show less

As a tenured member of EO, I transitioned from being the EO Durban President into a regional leadership role as an Area Director for the EO MEPA region. As a member of the MEPA Regional Council, I work with the EO Presidents of three Saudi Arabia chapters (Jeddah, Riyadh and Saudi East) and of MEPA Bridge. I am part of an incredible team of leaders from across Africa, the Middle East and Pakistan responsible for creating and executing on our strategy for the region.

Mpowered Business Solutions is the pioneer in B-BBEE compliance management software. By combining our proprietary compliance software with a team of expert B-BBEE advisors, we are helping over 200 companies simplify B-BBEE compliance management. Mpowered also helps companies optimise the impact of their transformation initiatives in the areas of Skills Development, Preferential Procurement and Enterprise & Supplier Development. Our Beagle database is the largest and most credible… Show more Mpowered Business Solutions is the pioneer in B-BBEE compliance management software. By combining our proprietary compliance software with a team of expert B-BBEE advisors, we are helping over 200 companies simplify B-BBEE compliance management. Mpowered also helps companies optimise the impact of their transformation initiatives in the areas of Skills Development, Preferential Procurement and Enterprise & Supplier Development. Our Beagle database is the largest and most credible source of verified B-BBEE certificates of over 25,000 companies. Having grown the business into one of the leading B-BBEE compliance software companies, I empowered my leadership team to take over the day-to-day operations of the business. This gave me the space to pursue my passion for entrepreneur development. I have combined my own entrepreneurial journey with my experience facilitating the implementation of EOS at several companies, to deliver a unique Enterprise & Supplier Development program. Show less

Supply chain consulting, with specialist focus on the automotive sector, purchasing and supply management

Identified new applications of e-business platforms

Supply Chain management consultant with a focus on Strategic Sourcing and Supply management

During the years of 1994 to 1997, I worked in various financial institutions to get work experience and to save money that enabled me to travel the world. I started at Coopers & Lybrand in Jersey, Channel Islands as a Trust & Company Administrator. I gained further work experience at Bear Sterns before joining Nomura Option International for around 18 months in a team supporting the derivative trading desk.