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City Of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

The Biodiversity and Business Programme, together with the Biodiversity Disclosure Project, recognises the importance of biodiversity to business and economies and builds the capacity of business to act as a positive force for the conservation of biodiversity in southern Africa and globally. My role involves partnering with large international companies to help measure and manage their biodiversity footprints, in the context of the recent UN Global Biodiversity Framework targets, with a… Show more The Biodiversity and Business Programme, together with the Biodiversity Disclosure Project, recognises the importance of biodiversity to business and economies and builds the capacity of business to act as a positive force for the conservation of biodiversity in southern Africa and globally. My role involves partnering with large international companies to help measure and manage their biodiversity footprints, in the context of the recent UN Global Biodiversity Framework targets, with a particular focus on implementation of the Taskforce for Nature-Related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) recommendations. Show less

Johannesburg Metropolitan Area

Conservation biology is the study of the interaction of people and nature, and how best to sustain and manage complex linked social and ecological systems. It builds on a range of existing disciplines, ranging from ecology and evolution to sociology and economics. Conservation biology is critically important for human well-being as well as biodiversity, as the impacts of human activities on the biosphere become more significant. My research was focused on mitigation measures for the negative… Show more Conservation biology is the study of the interaction of people and nature, and how best to sustain and manage complex linked social and ecological systems. It builds on a range of existing disciplines, ranging from ecology and evolution to sociology and economics. Conservation biology is critically important for human well-being as well as biodiversity, as the impacts of human activities on the biosphere become more significant. My research was focused on mitigation measures for the negative impacts that linear infrastructure has on biodiversity in the Greater Kruger, South Africa, and was conducted in collaboration with the Endangered Wildlife Trust. Show less

Johannesburg Metropolitan Area

Led the International Apple Media Products organisation (500+ employees) on sustainability initiatives, both internally & operationally, as well as ideating on external initiatives for Apple’s customersRan workshops across 12 different regional office groups globally, educating and driving awareness regarding climate change, the anthropocene and other urgent environmental issues.Kicked off ‘green’ initiatives to reduce the environmental impacts of international offices and teams (e.g… Show more Led the International Apple Media Products organisation (500+ employees) on sustainability initiatives, both internally & operationally, as well as ideating on external initiatives for Apple’s customersRan workshops across 12 different regional office groups globally, educating and driving awareness regarding climate change, the anthropocene and other urgent environmental issues.Kicked off ‘green’ initiatives to reduce the environmental impacts of international offices and teams (e.g. business travel reductions, office waste, catering), as well as internal challenges to reduce individual employee’s environmental footprints. Inspired App Store, Apple News, Apple TV and Apple Podcasts editorial initiatives to share need-to-know environmental knowledge, spread awareness of individuals’ responsibilities and encourage suggested actions with Apple customers. Show less

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

Supporting African app & game developers to grow their business through the Apple ecosystem; Business Development initiatives for Apple Services across the African continent.Provided critical support to early-stage, up-and-coming app / game developers across the African continent, focusing on South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya & Ghana, with an eye to improving marketing, reach, quality & monetisation so as to enable launch on a global stage.Managed key established app and game developer… Show more Supporting African app & game developers to grow their business through the Apple ecosystem; Business Development initiatives for Apple Services across the African continent.Provided critical support to early-stage, up-and-coming app / game developers across the African continent, focusing on South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya & Ghana, with an eye to improving marketing, reach, quality & monetisation so as to enable launch on a global stage.Managed key established app and game developer accounts across the African region, with a focus on improving monetisation. Liaised with large international developer accounts to collaborate on local campaigns to reach an African audience.Managed and trained up a small team based in Dubai and Kenya, overseeing App Store curation to ensure Africa-based customers could find the best, locally relevant and locally-made apps & games. Planned marketing & PR campaigns around editorial initiatives.Supported the wider Apple Media Products team in strategising & planning around Apple's full content offering throughout Africa, ideating for marketing & business development projects, and forecasting impacts of growth initiatives. Show less

London, United Kingdom

Commercial growth initiatives for Apple’s International Services businesses, incl. Apple Music, App Store, Video, Podcasts, Books.Ideated and supported globally-relevant business development projects in relation to Apple’s video content strategy and Apple Music partnership initiatives. Responsible for analysing performance of both first- and third-party subscriptions and ideating on funnel optimisation initiatives.Worked closely with marketing teams around the world in planning… Show more Commercial growth initiatives for Apple’s International Services businesses, incl. Apple Music, App Store, Video, Podcasts, Books.Ideated and supported globally-relevant business development projects in relation to Apple’s video content strategy and Apple Music partnership initiatives. Responsible for analysing performance of both first- and third-party subscriptions and ideating on funnel optimisation initiatives.Worked closely with marketing teams around the world in planning campaigns and analysing performance of launched projects.Supported business teams across UK, Europe & Canada with business planning & strategic growth or content initiatives. Show less

London, United Kingdom

A boutique strategy consulting firm focusing on the Telecoms, Media and Technology industries. Client coverage: worked alongside a variety of client teams, from leading global private-equity and investment advisory firms to international mobile/fixed operators, tower infrastructure companies, telecoms authorities and global tech companies. Due diligence, business plan review and strategy assignments: completed over 25 due diligence/transaction support/market entry strategy projects in… Show more A boutique strategy consulting firm focusing on the Telecoms, Media and Technology industries. Client coverage: worked alongside a variety of client teams, from leading global private-equity and investment advisory firms to international mobile/fixed operators, tower infrastructure companies, telecoms authorities and global tech companies. Due diligence, business plan review and strategy assignments: completed over 25 due diligence/transaction support/market entry strategy projects in relation to the TMT industry, on both buy-side and sell-side, including deals up to the value of $3.6 billion. Experience includes work in Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and the APAC region.Extensive modelling experience: proficient in various modelling software, including Excel, VBA and MapInfo (GIS).Highlights: managing a project on data-driven innovation for Google, co-authored Facebook/Internet.org’s “State of Connectivity Report 2015” (launched at MWC 2016); co-authored a white paper entitled “Investment options for mobile towers in developed markets” which was published on TowerXchange. Show less

Master Of Science, Conservation Biology, Distinction (Research 83% | Coursework 88%)

Masters by Coursework and Research Report. Research title: Factors affecting mammal utilisation of non-wildlife railway underpasses.

Bachelor Of Business Science, Finance, Economics, Accounting, First Class Pass (80%) - Ranked 2Nd In The Class Of 2012

Activities and Societies: Dean's List