The Circular Stage helps leaders and their teams embark on a journey of inner development while gaining skills such as systems thinking, regenerative leadership and conscious communication. These are essential elements in creating successful and resilient organisations that respect planetary boundaries and uphold high social and ethical standards. From entrepreneurs and NGOs to SMEs and larger organisations, we work intensively with our clients to identify critical gaps in their current… Show more The Circular Stage helps leaders and their teams embark on a journey of inner development while gaining skills such as systems thinking, regenerative leadership and conscious communication. These are essential elements in creating successful and resilient organisations that respect planetary boundaries and uphold high social and ethical standards. From entrepreneurs and NGOs to SMEs and larger organisations, we work intensively with our clients to identify critical gaps in their current strategies, to understand the prevailing culture and develop new approaches, tools and narratives that better support their transformation to resilience and sustainability. Show less

I'm part of a dynamic and growing group of passionate professionals who are co-creating fertile ground for the development and resourcing of IDG Hubs in southern Africa. We have learnt that, without their people developing inner strengths such as self-awareness, courage, compassion and sense-making, organisations will remain limited in their capacity to identify, embrace and attain sustainability goals such as the UN SDGs. Leaders committed to the future resilience of their… Show more I'm part of a dynamic and growing group of passionate professionals who are co-creating fertile ground for the development and resourcing of IDG Hubs in southern Africa. We have learnt that, without their people developing inner strengths such as self-awareness, courage, compassion and sense-making, organisations will remain limited in their capacity to identify, embrace and attain sustainability goals such as the UN SDGs. Leaders committed to the future resilience of their organisations in VUCA times will welcome the opportunity to learn, and to afford their teams, the skills and mindset required to support successful operations with regenerative potential. Show less

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My consultancy took part in the 4 Day Week South Africa pilot programme to gain hands-on experience in enhancing work productivity while nurturing inner development skills to promote a balanced approach to life and work.

The role involved planning and orchestrating the multinational's corporate communications strategy, including internal and external stakeholder engagement, reputation management, media and public relations, corporate brand management, and lobbying on behalf of the Group with respect to key issues. I provided senior-level counsel and developed multi-faceted communications strategies to shape and inform the business environment, to help achieve organisational priorities such as integration, and… Show more The role involved planning and orchestrating the multinational's corporate communications strategy, including internal and external stakeholder engagement, reputation management, media and public relations, corporate brand management, and lobbying on behalf of the Group with respect to key issues. I provided senior-level counsel and developed multi-faceted communications strategies to shape and inform the business environment, to help achieve organisational priorities such as integration, and to capitalise on opportunities while mitigating risks. The role included overseeing the performance of corporate communications at a Board level by monitoring and adjusting its performance. Conceptualisation, dissemination and promotion of the Group’s values, purpose, vision, mission and culture formed part of the function as did stewardship of the Group’s leadership voice and messaging. Key vehicles for brand narratives included all company platforms, from websites and intranets to social media presence and events, as well as integrated reports, sustainability publications, H&S campaigns, community engagements and crisis communications. The role also entailed leading, managing and guiding a team of direct reports to execute the activities outlined in the strategic plans, as well as other related representatives across the organisation where relevant. Show less

On behalf of HMH and its two subsidiaries Westfalia Fruit and Merensky Timber, I managed the central co-ordination of internal and external corporate communication resources, systems and strategies, working to create consistent, prominent and positive organisational profiles within the specified markets. My passion for establishing effective, open and authentic communications practices helped promote positive work environments to drive engagement and performance within the Group's nearly… Show more On behalf of HMH and its two subsidiaries Westfalia Fruit and Merensky Timber, I managed the central co-ordination of internal and external corporate communication resources, systems and strategies, working to create consistent, prominent and positive organisational profiles within the specified markets. My passion for establishing effective, open and authentic communications practices helped promote positive work environments to drive engagement and performance within the Group's nearly 10 000-strong workforce. Responsibilities included to:- Conceptualise and implement strategic projects such as establishment of Group Purpose, Values and Objectives and awareness programmes to promote same;- Create and maintain stakeholder engagement matrices for each department;- Compile and maintain Communications-related policies and SOPs for the Group;- Manage and optimise the use of Group communication channels including email, SharePoint Portal, newsletters, corporate websites, site noticeboards, media interaction; - Conceptualise, implement and/or assist with departmental awareness campaigns for Human Resources, SHEQ, RDE, community engagement etc;- Conceptualise, implement and/or assist with Change Management programmes;- Collaborate with IT to ensure highest levels of cybersecurity awareness within the Group;- Plan, manage and run corporate events including international trade shows, with large exhibition stands and related sales collateral for global teams;- Plan, manage and/or oversee all print and online advertising for the Group;- Produce and source promotional materials for marketing divisions including printed brochures, banners, calendars, apparel, stationery, gifts etc;- Manage the production of photographic materials and corporate videos for Group-wise use;- Compile opinion pieces, articles and news stories on behalf of key personnel; and- Manage Group branding in order to ensure consistency and brand integrity. Show less

My consultancy serviced a range of select clients across diverse sectors, providing marketing and communications services tailored to meet the needs (and budget) of each client. Services ranged from strategy and planning to implementation of marketing and media campaigns. Highlights included working on internal product launch and awareness campaigns for the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and consulting to one of the sponsors of the FIFA World Cup in 2010. At the beginning of 2012 I was… Show more My consultancy serviced a range of select clients across diverse sectors, providing marketing and communications services tailored to meet the needs (and budget) of each client. Services ranged from strategy and planning to implementation of marketing and media campaigns. Highlights included working on internal product launch and awareness campaigns for the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and consulting to one of the sponsors of the FIFA World Cup in 2010. At the beginning of 2012 I was approached by Hans Merensky Holdings (HMH) to manage the Corporate Communications function for the entire Group as an external consultant. My work for the Group included the rebranding of Westfalia Fruit and subsequent roll-out throughout the organisation; conceptualisation and project management of the new website development on SharePoint 2013 platform; creation and compilation of corporate newsletters for the brands; advertisement concepts and campaigns; media and PR campaigns including compilation of articles; management of most sales and marketing collateral requirements; maintenance of SharePoint intranet portal and daily uploading of news stories; event management such as overseas expos with stand design; consulting on sustainability reporting and more. Show less

I was contracted as a consultant to run the Reputation portfolio of the company, encompassing marketing strategy, advertising, PR, website creation and management, staff incentives and events, sourcing of apparel and branded items, sponsorship and more. A highlight of this work was organising and running the inaugural antonapps Rhodes Extreme Challenge (https://vimeo.com/39615314) - the highest mountain bike race in South Africa.

As Managing Editor I was responsible for a stable of around seven trade publications, working with editorial and sales teams to produce quality print and online magazines across multiple sectors including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics & toiletries, food & beverage, print and packaging. -Responsible for the editorial wellbeing of the publications, including recruitment, training and supervising of staff; maintaining the editorial integrity of the journals; introducing and chairing monthly… Show more As Managing Editor I was responsible for a stable of around seven trade publications, working with editorial and sales teams to produce quality print and online magazines across multiple sectors including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics & toiletries, food & beverage, print and packaging. -Responsible for the editorial wellbeing of the publications, including recruitment, training and supervising of staff; maintaining the editorial integrity of the journals; introducing and chairing monthly status meetings for sales, admin and editorial staff.-Researching, writing and editing original material, commissioning freelancers, copy tasting-Corresponding with industry associations and negotiating deals for the publications, implementing awards and introducing study support programmes-Working with assigned sales targets and motivating staff to reach them-Working on a new look and strategy for some of the publications in the face of new competition Show less

-Planning editorial calendars for the year-Compiling news flashes for upcoming issues-Researching and writing features and news stories-Attending launch events, industry functions and association meetings to compile reports-Travelling overseas to cover international trade shows -Producing pagination plans for each issue-Working with the DTP operator from layout to final proofing stage to get each issue ready for imaging-Compiling corporate profiles for companies as… Show more -Planning editorial calendars for the year-Compiling news flashes for upcoming issues-Researching and writing features and news stories-Attending launch events, industry functions and association meetings to compile reports-Travelling overseas to cover international trade shows -Producing pagination plans for each issue-Working with the DTP operator from layout to final proofing stage to get each issue ready for imaging-Compiling corporate profiles for companies as supplements to the journal-Managing projects involving selling advertising or advertorial space Show less

Understudied the editor and gradually took on more of her tasks as related to the compilation of the journal.

-Writing and editing for trade journals including: SA PHARMACEUTICAL & COSMETIC REVIEW, SA PACKAGING REVIEW, SA FOOD REVIEW-Writing on a freelance basis for publications including: PROFESSIONAL MANAGEMENT REVIEW (PMR), REED INSIGHT, PLATINUM HEALTH NEWS, -Researching and writing press releases, compiling corporate brochures, corporate branding documents, internal newsletters-Organising and managing corporate events for clients

-Planning, proposing and maintaining media schedules for pharmaceutical clients. Media mostly below the line, with a general focus on print media.-Preparing client invoices for the month’s media insertions; processing invoices from publications to the agency. -Distributing clients’ editorials and press releases and following up on publication thereof. -Meeting with media reps and handling all media offers, producing cost estimates or quotations for clients where relevant, and… Show more -Planning, proposing and maintaining media schedules for pharmaceutical clients. Media mostly below the line, with a general focus on print media.-Preparing client invoices for the month’s media insertions; processing invoices from publications to the agency. -Distributing clients’ editorials and press releases and following up on publication thereof. -Meeting with media reps and handling all media offers, producing cost estimates or quotations for clients where relevant, and presenting all details on the media resource to client or AE. -Working alongside the production team, copywriters and account executives, brainstorming for new campaigns, proofreading and editing copy.-Managing the Receptionist position, screening and employing temps/candidates when necessary. Show less

Planned and bought media placements for pharmaceutical clients in medical journals, handled all paperwork and invoicing. Sourced promotional items to match client specifications and worked on new campaign ideas together with account managers.