At LEAP we provide business support, access to markets and shared resources for entrepreneurs. For corporates we advice on their B-BBEE strategies, design and implement tailor-made solutions for their Enterprise & Supplier Development initiatives as well as Value-added Services for their business customers.

Enterprise Development Essentials (EDE), provides companies with a turnkey solution to achieve their transformational goals while earning companies points on their BBBEE scorecard focusing on maximizing Return on Investment (ROI) for the company.

We assess entrepreneurs, business owners and their businesses to uncover entrepreneurial rhythm, and then craft customised development and growth plans that eliminate the critical barriers to sustainability, growth and profitability by focusing on market demand.EDE delivers a full spectrum of support services to realise entrepreneurial development and stimulate a growth phase within the business life cycle. An assessment tool is used to analyse the business’ health at the onset of the engagement and monitor progress to optimise success possibilities. Participating SMMEs are assisted to access business opportunities in supplying product or services to the ED contributor.EDE works within the framework of the corporate strategy to fulfil both the B-BBEE and enterprise development programme objectives on a continuous basis. Within this context, EDE is able to provide integrated services that specifically address the typical development and growth needs of the ED beneficiaries.Achievements and Highlights:• Secured business from corporates such as Edcon, ADT, Bankserv, Accenture, Novo Nordisk, and South African Breweries (SAB) in the first 2 years of operations.• Developed a new product called Inspire Entrepreneur™ and successfully delivered it to retrenched staff of SAB.• Developed a unique entrepreneurial assessment methodology.

Enablis is a Canadian-based not-for-profit organisation that supports entrepreneurs in the developing world through its member-driven network, called Enablis Entrepreneurial Network.Enablis Entrepreneurial Network is an organized, interactive network of entrepreneurs in developing countries who share similar values and who believe in the importance of small-to-medium enterprises for poverty reduction and sustainable development. The result is a group of individuals drawn together by their capacity for entrepreneurship; a powerful force for change in the developing world.

Digital Solutions Group is an outsource partner for multi-channel commerce and relationship marketing. They provide customised solutions to business - enabling businesses to transact and communicate via direct channels. Its approach lowers the barrier to entry into this market without the client having to invest in systems, people and infrastructure.As the Group Business Development Manager, I was responsible for the overall business growth of the DSG Group of companies.

Europcar has established itself as one of South Africa’s leading global car rental companies; one which prides itself on delivering locally relevant, world-class service excellence with a dynamic and fresh attitude. Its payoff line of ‘Moving Your Way’ encompasses the company’s global strategy to be a key player in shaping the future of mobility, together with its commitment to exceptional customer service.I was responsible for developing the sales strategy in the Western Cape, managing staff and sales targets.

NCC Education is a global provider and awarding body of British education. It provides a complete education solution to over 200 Accredited Partner Centres in more than 45 countries worldwide. By working in partnership with Accredited Partner Centres and universities it provides students with affordable qualifications in Business and IT, from foundation through to degree, master's level and beyond.I managed the following…PurpleTrain Online Learning: PurpleTrain.com was officially launched in 1999 as Asia’s first Global e-learning institution and is the largest outside USA. To date IGC has trained more than 72,000 e-learners coming from more than 68 countries worldwide.Computer Pioneers: The NCC Education Computer Pioneers is designed for school children between the ages of 4 and 16. Children can enter at any level of the course, suitable to their age and experience.Automated Testing Service (ATS): Candidates undertake the ECDL tests on a computer, which then automatically assesses if the candidate has successfully passed or failed their test providing immediate feedback to both the candidate and the Test Centre. There are several tests available for each module and candidates must complete one of the tests for each module.

Alchemy Financial Solutions is a boutique professional association of select independent financial advisors, who share a dynamic business infrastructure and brand, current market views, planning methods and specific intellectual capital.