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Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre (LEHHC) is a privately owned, ultra-sophisticated and digitally integrated hospital north of DurbanLenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart CentreLenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre (LEHHC) is a privately owned, ultra-sophisticated and digitally integrated hospital north of DurbanOver time, if chronic conditions are left untreated, it can cause further health complications. Lenmed Hospitals are fully operational and ready to treat you and your loved ones safely. With numerous safety precautions in place, strict screening protocols and the knowledge gained, have resulted in our Lenmed facilities being some of the safest places to be during this pandemic. Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre welcomes you. Your safety is our priority. Visit our website and screen online. Visit www.lenmed.co.za Healthcare globally found ourselves tested by the covid-19 pandemic. We all felt the wrath of this contagion, which brought with it multifaceted challenges however rest - assured Lenmed hospitals are fully operational with safety precautions. Patient testimony: We appreciate this compliment from Manoj Singh whose young son was treated for an asthma attack at Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre. “I would like to take time to compliment Nurse Zama Dlamini from Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre. My son was admitted recently when he had an asthma attack. Nurse Dlamini went out of her way to calm him down. Even when my son vomited, she was right there assisting and not afraid of getting messed on. Her gentle touch while inserting the IV line for meds, ensured my son experienced as little pain as possible. Although she had other patients to see too, she gave my son extra special care. She also accompanied him to the Surgical Unit and came the next morning to check up on him. Nurse Dlamini is really passionate about her work and as an outsider you can see that. The service my son received from her makes me believe in Lenmed and I would recommend other friends and family members to use Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre.” #LenmedHasHeart #Gratitude #Nurses #Doctor #EmbraceEveryDay #ThankYou #HospitalStaff #Care A First For Africa Lenmed has a dedicated Lenmed Cardiac/Stroke Response Vehicle, a first for Africa. This response vehicle allows for more accurate and faster diagnosis with an ECG machine and a rapid cardiac marker on board including thrombolytic drugs. With being able to do pre-hospital thrombolytic, we give the patient the advantage of faster for any emergencies call 082 3 911 911. Superior Health Care Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre (LEHHC) is a privately owned, ultra-sophisticated and digitally integrated hospital north of Durban. In line with its values LEHHC offers best quality patient care. Everything about the hospital from the ward design to the sophisticated software and medical technology works towards the twin goals of superior health care and maximum operational efficiency. Consequently, LEHHC has been voted one of KwaZulu-Natal’s top five and South Africa’s top 20 hospitals by Discovery Health patients for the past five years consecutively. The annual Top 20 Private Hospitals list, published by Discovery Health, is based on patient surveys upon discharge and measures the quality of nursing and doctor care, pain management, environment as well as information surrounding medication and discharge. In addition, to LEHHC’s numerous accolades, including being a Paediatric and Adult Heart, Stroke, Renal Dialysis centre of excellence, a holistic range of medical disciplines with advanced medical technology and equipment are offered. The 373 bedded hospital offers a complete spectrum of medical, surgical, maternity, and paediatric services with seven state of the art theatres, including a neuro-operating theatre, as well as an entire floor dedicated to the cardiac centre of excellence. These are complemented by an experienced team of specialists, nursing staff and support services including a 24-hour emergency service. LEHHC is the only private hospital in KwaZulu-Natal that offers much needed paediatric cardiac surgery services. In additional to this essential paediatric service, you will find almost all the various paediatric sub-specialists based at this facility, setting the bar for this modern child-centred healthcare facility. The multidisciplinary 15-member paediatric team representing 11 specialist disciplines which include: paediatricians, paediatric cardiology, paediatric cardiothoracic surgery, paediatric haematology and oncology, paediatric genetics, paediatric neurology, paediatric pulmonology, paediatric endocrinology, paediatric gastroenterology and hepatology, paediatric general surgery and paediatric nephrology. Several successful lifesaving cardiac surgeries have already been performed and many children are seeing the benefits of engaging with the specialists for their relevant health matters. This Paediatric Centre of Excellence is the brainchild of LEHHC manager Niresh Bechan. “It was critical for the province to have this service because all paediatric cardiac cases had to otherwise be referred to Johannesburg and Cape Town. This meant displacing families and moving children away from their environment to access this service,” said Bechan.Full Name of Company: Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre (LEHHC) Nature of Business: Private Hospital Health Care Services / Products: Private Health Care Date Established: 1 July 2008 Customer Base: General Public & Communities No. of Employees: 528 Auditors / Accountants: PKF Chartered Accountants & Business Advisors Bankers: Rand Merchant Bank Memberships: Hospital Association of South Africa (HASA) Advertising Agency: We are Stellar Industry Quality Standards: Complying with National Core Standards B-BBEE Status: Level 4 KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Amil Devchand General Manager: Niresh Bechan Nursing Manager: Charlotte Raman Marketing Manager: Sheena Dhunlal Services Manager: Vegan Naicker Financial Manager: Zaheera Kolia Human Resource Manager: Tasheeka Moodley Acting Pharmacy Manager: Lerina Rungen CONTACT DETAILS Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital & Heart Centre Physical Address: 11 Riverhorse Road, Riverhorse Valley Business Estate, Queen Nandi Drive, Durban, 4017 Postal Address: P.O. Box 40586, Redhill, 4071 Tel: +27 (0)31 581 2400 Fax: +27 (0)31 581 2699 E-mail: info@ehhc.co.za Website: www.ehhc.co.za NIRESH BECHAN, Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre's hospital manager, says "Even with the most careful planning, the road of life is unpredictable. The upside of unpredictability is that you may surpass any goals you set yourself." Bechan, a chartered accountant who completed his BCom degree at University of Durban-Westville (now the University of KwaZulu-Natal), accepted a job as a management accountant for a hospital. His first job was working in a small, independent hospital, but after gaining some experience, he joined a major South African hospital group and moved into the corporate world. Bechan began to take an interest in the clinical side of the business and rapidly moved into general management within the group. When the Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre opened eleven years ago, Bechan was recruited as general manager. During his leadership, Bechan managed to revive this facility that was then on the brink of ceasing operations. A leader passionate about people and numbers, provided Bechan with the insight to swiftly turn this business around. The Lenmed Health Group became the majority shareholders of the hospital in 2017. As the head of the hospital, Bechan's responsibilities range from the pharmacy to facilities management, and from patient care to finance. According to Bechan, every day is unlike any other. "We are in the business of care; therefore, it matters deeply to me that we do our very best always." He relishes every challenge. The Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre is highly specialised with a top-notch clinical team across a range of specialties. The hospital's numerous accolades include being a paediatric and adult heart, stroke, and renal dialysis centre of excellence. "Many of our patients are critically ill, and this drives what we do, and how we do it. They could be suffering from anything from cardiac failure to a deep vein thrombosis, and our patients often need urgent, specialised care." Feeling blessed to be leading a world class facility and being part of the hospital's phenomenal growth, Bechan says that patient care, clinical governance and training are imperative to managing a successful facility. "Our doctors are handpicked, and our nursing staff is highly specialised. We have strict protocols to measure clinical outcomes. Our goal is for every patient to leave this hospital healed and satisfied." Management tracks each patient's satisfaction and quality of care, from their initial visit to the doctor, through the admission process right through to discharge from the hospital. Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre was voted as one of KZN's top five and SA's top 20 hospitals by Discovery Health patients for 'Best Patient Experience of Hospital Care' in the large hospital category. Running a hospital can be extremely stressful, but Bechan is calm and collected under pressure. "Our patients and their families are under enormous strain, and if we can help relieve their anxieties with compassion and care, with sophisticated technology that gives them the best chance of a positive clinical outcome, and with doctors and specialists with impeccable skills, that will go a long way to helping them deal with their personal circumstances," said Bechan. He attributes the success of the hospital to a strong team, and state of the art clinical facilities. When asked about his management philosophy, he replied that people need to be given the opportunity to grow and he has a keen interest in mentoring those who are committed to hospital management. In his free time, Bechan is a keen jogger. He also enjoys golf, which helps him clear his mind, strategise and network. He says that managing his time is a vital part of his approach, and he regularly spends a couple of hours meditating at his ashram on a Sunday evening, to revitalise, recharge and prepare for the week ahead. "Balance is key... Once you have that, life is such a pleasure!" Full Name of Company: Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre (LEHHC) Nature of Business: Private Hospital Health Care Services / Products: Private Health Care Date Established: 1 July 2008 Customer Base: General Public & Communities No. of Employees: 528 Auditors / Accountants: PKF Chartered Accountants & Business Advisors Bankers: Rand Merchant Bank Memberships: Hospital Association of South Africa (HASA) Advertising Agency: We are Stellar Industry Quality Standards: Complying with National Core Standards B-BBEE Status: Level 4 KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Amil Devchand General Manager: Niresh Bechan Nursing Manager: Charlotte Raman Marketing Manager: Sheena Dhunlal Services Manager: Vegan Naicker Financial Manager: Zaheera Kolia Human Resource Manager: Tasheeka Moodley Acting Pharmacy Manager: Lerina Rungen CONTACT DETAILS Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital & Heart Centre Physical Address: 11 Riverhorse Road, Riverhorse Valley Business Estate, Queen Nandi Drive, Durban, 4017 Postal Address: P.O. Box 40586, Redhill, 4071 Tel: +27 (0)31 581 2400 Fax: +27 (0)31 581 2699 E-mail: info@ehhc.co.za Website: www.ehhc.co.za Up Back to Top Business Leaders Home Add Your Business Up Home About Us KZN Business Chambers Rewards Partners Editors NOTE KZN Top Business - Publishers notes - KZN Top Business Leaders - Launch 2024 Menu KZN Business Leaders Business Women Fyonn Kane Collection 2019 2022 Supertech Collection Top Business Women 2024 VIP Invite Awards Nominate TBW 2024 KZN Business Gurus News Bookshelf Shop On-line Events Contact The Team Top Business Portfolio Full Name of Company: Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre (LEHHC) Nature of Business: Private Hospital Health Care Services / Products: Private Health Care Date Established: 1 July 2008 Customer Base: General Public & Communities No. of Employees: 528 Auditors / Accountants: PKF Chartered Accountants & Business Advisors Bankers: Rand Merchant Bank Memberships: Hospital Association of South Africa (HASA) Advertising Agency: We are Stellar Industry Quality Standards: Complying with National Core Standards B-BBEE Status: Level 4 KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Amil Devchand General Manager: Niresh Bechan Nursing Manager: Charlotte Raman Marketing Manager: Sheena Dhunlal Services Manager: Vegan Naicker Financial Manager: Zaheera Kolia Human Resource Manager: Tasheeka Moodley Acting Pharmacy Manager: Lerina Rungen CONTACT DETAILS Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital & Heart Centre Physical Address: 11 Riverhorse Road, Riverhorse Valley Business Estate, Queen Nandi Drive, Durban, 4017 Postal Address: P.O. Box 40586, Redhill, 4071 Tel: +27 (0)31 581 2400 Fax: +27 (0)31 581 2699 E-mail: info@ehhc.co.za Website: www.ehhc.co.za Over time, if chronic conditions are left untreated, it can cause further health complications. Lenmed Hospitals are fully operational and ready to treat you and your loved ones safely. With numerous safety precautions in place, strict screening protocols and the knowledge gained, have resulted in our Lenmed facilities being some of the safest places to be during this pandemic. Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre welcomes you. Your safety is our priority. Visit our website and screen online. Visit www.lenmed.co.za Healthcare globally found ourselves tested by the covid-19 pandemic. We all felt the wrath of this contagion, which brought with it multifaceted challenges however rest - assured Lenmed hospitals are fully operational with safety precautions. Patient testimony: We appreciate this compliment from Manoj Singh whose young son was treated for an asthma attack at Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre. “I would like to take time to compliment Nurse Zama Dlamini from Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre. My son was admitted recently when he had an asthma attack. Nurse Dlamini went out of her way to calm him down. Even when my son vomited, she was right there assisting and not afraid of getting messed on. Her gentle touch while inserting the IV line for meds, ensured my son experienced as little pain as possible. Although she had other patients to see too, she gave my son extra special care. She also accompanied him to the Surgical Unit and came the next morning to check up on him. Nurse Dlamini is really passionate about her work and as an outsider you can see that. The service my son received from her makes me believe in Lenmed and I would recommend other friends and family members to use Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre.” #LenmedHasHeart #Gratitude #Nurses #Doctor #EmbraceEveryDay #ThankYou #HospitalStaff #Care A First For Africa Lenmed has a dedicated Lenmed Cardiac/Stroke Response Vehicle, a first for Africa. This response vehicle allows for more accurate and faster diagnosis with an ECG machine and a rapid cardiac marker on board including thrombolytic drugs. With being able to do pre-hospital thrombolytic, we give the patient the advantage of faster for any emergencies call 082 3 911 911. Superior Health Care Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre (LEHHC) is a privately owned, ultra-sophisticated and digitally integrated hospital north of Durban. In line with its values LEHHC offers best quality patient care. Everything about the hospital from the ward design to the sophisticated software and medical technology works towards the twin goals of superior health care and maximum operational efficiency. Consequently, LEHHC has been voted one of KwaZulu-Natal’s top five and South Africa’s top 20 hospitals by Discovery Health patients for the past five years consecutively. The annual Top 20 Private Hospitals list, published by Discovery Health, is based on patient surveys upon discharge and measures the quality of nursing and doctor care, pain management, environment as well as information surrounding medication and discharge. In addition, to LEHHC’s numerous accolades, including being a Paediatric and Adult Heart, Stroke, Renal Dialysis centre of excellence, a holistic range of medical disciplines with advanced medical technology and equipment are offered. The 373 bedded hospital offers a complete spectrum of medical, surgical, maternity, and paediatric services with seven state of the art theatres, including a neuro-operating theatre, as well as an entire floor dedicated to the cardiac centre of excellence. These are complemented by an experienced team of specialists, nursing staff and support services including a 24-hour emergency service. LEHHC is the only private hospital in KwaZulu-Natal that offers much needed paediatric cardiac surgery services. In additional to this essential paediatric service, you will find almost all the various paediatric sub-specialists based at this facility, setting the bar for this modern child-centred healthcare facility. The multidisciplinary 15-member paediatric team representing 11 specialist disciplines which include: paediatricians, paediatric cardiology, paediatric cardiothoracic surgery, paediatric haematology and oncology, paediatric genetics, paediatric neurology, paediatric pulmonology, paediatric endocrinology, paediatric gastroenterology and hepatology, paediatric general surgery and paediatric nephrology. Several successful lifesaving cardiac surgeries have already been performed and many children are seeing the benefits of engaging with the specialists for their relevant health matters. This Paediatric Centre of Excellence is the brainchild of LEHHC manager Niresh Bechan. “It was critical for the province to have this service because all paediatric cardiac cases had to otherwise be referred to Johannesburg and Cape Town. This meant displacing families and moving children away from their environment to access this service,” said Bechan. More About the CEO Niresh Bechan Meet the CEO

The CFO Centre South Africa was founded in 2010 by Rowan De Klerk. We are jointly owned by the international group The CFO Centre Group headquartered in the UK. As the World’s Number #1 provider of CFO services to SMEs and larger corporations, we supply high-value fractional, contract, and permanent Financial Leadership Solutions to clients across South Africa and the rest of Africa.The CFO CentreThe CFO Centre South Africa was founded in 2010 by Rowan De Klerk. We are jointly owned by the international group The CFO Centre Group headquartered in the UK. As the World’s Number #1 provider of CFO services to SMEs and larger corporations, we supply high-value fractional, contract, and permanent Financial Leadership Solutions to clients across South Africa and the rest of Africa.The CFO Centre South Africa was founded in 2010 by Rowan De Klerk. We are jointly owned by the international group The CFO Centre Group headquartered in the UK. As the World’s Number #1 provider of CFO services to SMEs and larger corporations, we supply high-value fractional, contract, and permanent Financial Leadership Solutions to clients across South Africa and the rest of Africa. The FD Centre South Africa is part of an international group founded in the UK in 2001 by current chairman Colin Mills. Over the last two years The FD Centre has become the largest and most respected provider of part-time finance director (FD) services in South Africa. The FD Centre works with business owners, entrepreneurs and corporate executives on business and financial strategy, operational finance improvements and efficiencies and helps to provide business support by managing key stakeholder relationships inside and outside the organisation. Ambitious companies are provided access to top notch part-time FDs working on their business, bringing “big business experience” at a fraction of the cost of a full-time resource. In this way the owner and business benefit tremendously. Not only is there a highly skilled person with the relevant experience that the owner can turn to as a sounding board; but The FD Centre Principal also brings reassurance and science to the forward planning process, to ensure that all meaningful opportunities can be taken advantage of and that the owner is freed up to focus on the core value drivers of the business. The FD Centre’s other target market is the “Office of the CFO” in large corporations. Here high-level capacity is required as and when the need arises. This may be in the form of “specialised” and “focused projects”; or through the provision of “interim placements” whilst the company addresses resourcing and capacity issues. In both cases there is assurance that key issues are being dealt with by professionals with proven know-how and experience. The FD Centre engages Principals with strategic and commercial capability. Typically, their FDs have gained broad business acumen as FD or CEO of their own business venture or as corporate CFOs with 20 to 30 years of senior management experience. All their FDs are qualified and registered chartered accountants (SAICA or CIMA). They have walked the walk. An FD is not merely assigned to a company, each engagement is carefully assessed based on the company’s culture, leadership and business needs as well as the economic sector, which tends to go beyond qualification and years of experience. All FDs are carefully screened and psychometrically profiled to ensure they are aligned to the business purpose, culture and leadership style of the company. It is imperative that they have the necessary qualities to help guide the organisation through intense, high growth, as well as ever changing and challenging economic times. The FD is essential for ensuring that business operations are effectively optimised to achieve cost benefit, focusing not only on profit improvement, but making sure that cash flows required to sustain the organisation for the long term are properly managed. “Matt helped us make sense of it all, while also providing assistance on various projects ranging from cash planning to restructuring the finance team and ensuring a succession plan is in place. His input is not restricted to finance, however; I have often used him as a sounding board, and I consider him a resource for general business guidance and advice.”Ronelle Kleyn CEO – FluidRock. The FD not only manages finances, but coaches and mentors the CEO to help achieve his/her dream and vision for the business. A primary goal is to assist in taking the business forward through developing a robust, future proof business and financial strategy. While entrepreneurs often have a specific set of skills in product innovation or business development, they do not always have deep knowledge of best practice finance processes and systems. The FD provides a support function that will go beyond finance to include aspects such as leadership, coaching IT, relationship management and human resources. “We were impressed by The FD Centre’s ability to look at a company’s processes and workflow from an outsider’s point of view, thus allowing for subjective feedback, ideas and thoughts from a fresh perspective.” Maxime Regnart – Human Resources Manager -Sintech. The cornerstones of The FD Centre’s offering are collaboration, objectivity and trust. At times a number of different Team members (FDs) who have complementary skills and combined experience may be assigned to support a Client in order to navigate certain complex business matters, such as exit planning and completing the sale of your business at optimum value. This means that besides having their own FD, The FD Centre’s clients also have access to a local, national and international Team of over 650 CFOs worldwide. A typical client engagement starts from about two days per month upwards, working at the client’s premises or virtually to suit current circumstances, with additional availability via phone and e-mail. Engagements run from month to month, as long as a project requires, but tend to last many years once a relationship is forged and enduring value is delivered. The FD Centre prides itself on building long-term relationships with its clients through its range of services and highly trusted delivery mechanism. The FD Centre has a presence in three African countries namely: Ghana, Uganda and Mozambique, however we are able to serve any country in Africa via South African resources or via our African partners. If you have a finance query or would like to find out more about our CFO hiring and outsourced CFO services, reach out to us by phone, WhatsApp or use the contact form below and we will get back to you shortly. We look forward to chatting with you. Tel: +27 861 127 280 Web: https://www.cfocentre.com/za/ If you have a finance query or would like to find out more about our CFO hiring and outsourced CFO services, reach out to us by phone, WhatsApp or use the contact form below and we will get back to you shortly. We look forward to chatting with you. Tel: +27 861 127 280 Web: https://www.cfocentre.com/za/ Up Back to Top Business Leaders Home Add Your Business Up Home About Us KZN Business Chambers Rewards Partners Editors NOTE KZN Top Business - Publishers notes - KZN Top Business Leaders - Launch 2024 Menu KZN Business Leaders Business Women Fyonn Kane Collection 2019 2022 Supertech Collection Top Business Women 2024 VIP Invite Awards Nominate TBW 2024 KZN Business Gurus News Bookshelf Shop On-line Events Contact The Team Top Business Portfolio If you have a finance query or would like to find out more about our CFO hiring and outsourced CFO services, reach out to us by phone, WhatsApp or use the contact form below and we will get back to you shortly. We look forward to chatting with you. Tel: +27 861 127 280 Web: https://www.cfocentre.com/za/ The CFO Centre South Africa was founded in 2010 by Rowan De Klerk. We are jointly owned by the international group The CFO Centre Group headquartered in the UK. As the World’s Number #1 provider of CFO services to SMEs and larger corporations, we supply high-value fractional, contract, and permanent Financial Leadership Solutions to clients across South Africa and the rest of Africa. The FD Centre South Africa is part of an international group founded in the UK in 2001 by current chairman Colin Mills. Over the last two years The FD Centre has become the largest and most respected provider of part-time finance director (FD) services in South Africa. The FD Centre works with business owners, entrepreneurs and corporate executives on business and financial strategy, operational finance improvements and efficiencies and helps to provide business support by managing key stakeholder relationships inside and outside the organisation. Ambitious companies are provided access to top notch part-time FDs working on their business, bringing “big business experience” at a fraction of the cost of a full-time resource. In this way the owner and business benefit tremendously. Not only is there a highly skilled person with the relevant experience that the owner can turn to as a sounding board; but The FD Centre Principal also brings reassurance and science to the forward planning process, to ensure that all meaningful opportunities can be taken advantage of and that the owner is freed up to focus on the core value drivers of the business. The FD Centre’s other target market is the “Office of the CFO” in large corporations. Here high-level capacity is required as and when the need arises. This may be in the form of “specialised” and “focused projects”; or through the provision of “interim placements” whilst the company addresses resourcing and capacity issues. In both cases there is assurance that key issues are being dealt with by professionals with proven know-how and experience. The FD Centre engages Principals with strategic and commercial capability. Typically, their FDs have gained broad business acumen as FD or CEO of their own business venture or as corporate CFOs with 20 to 30 years of senior management experience. All their FDs are qualified and registered chartered accountants (SAICA or CIMA). They have walked the walk. An FD is not merely assigned to a company, each engagement is carefully assessed based on the company’s culture, leadership and business needs as well as the economic sector, which tends to go beyond qualification and years of experience. All FDs are carefully screened and psychometrically profiled to ensure they are aligned to the business purpose, culture and leadership style of the company. It is imperative that they have the necessary qualities to help guide the organisation through intense, high growth, as well as ever changing and challenging economic times. The FD is essential for ensuring that business operations are effectively optimised to achieve cost benefit, focusing not only on profit improvement, but making sure that cash flows required to sustain the organisation for the long term are properly managed. “Matt helped us make sense of it all, while also providing assistance on various projects ranging from cash planning to restructuring the finance team and ensuring a succession plan is in place. His input is not restricted to finance, however; I have often used him as a sounding board, and I consider him a resource for general business guidance and advice.”Ronelle Kleyn CEO – FluidRock. The FD not only manages finances, but coaches and mentors the CEO to help achieve his/her dream and vision for the business. A primary goal is to assist in taking the business forward through developing a robust, future proof business and financial strategy. While entrepreneurs often have a specific set of skills in product innovation or business development, they do not always have deep knowledge of best practice finance processes and systems. The FD provides a support function that will go beyond finance to include aspects such as leadership, coaching IT, relationship management and human resources. “We were impressed by The FD Centre’s ability to look at a company’s processes and workflow from an outsider’s point of view, thus allowing for subjective feedback, ideas and thoughts from a fresh perspective.” Maxime Regnart – Human Resources Manager -Sintech. The cornerstones of The FD Centre’s offering are collaboration, objectivity and trust. At times a number of different Team members (FDs) who have complementary skills and combined experience may be assigned to support a Client in order to navigate certain complex business matters, such as exit planning and completing the sale of your business at optimum value. This means that besides having their own FD, The FD Centre’s clients also have access to a local, national and international Team of over 650 CFOs worldwide. A typical client engagement starts from about two days per month upwards, working at the client’s premises or virtually to suit current circumstances, with additional availability via phone and e-mail. Engagements run from month to month, as long as a project requires, but tend to last many years once a relationship is forged and enduring value is delivered. The FD Centre prides itself on building long-term relationships with its clients through its range of services and highly trusted delivery mechanism. The FD Centre has a presence in three African countries namely: Ghana, Uganda and Mozambique, however we are able to serve any country in Africa via South African resources or via our African partners. More About the CEO Rowan De Klerk Meet the CEO

NCT is recognised as an international supplier of quality round wood timber, hardwood pulpwood chips and is the largest forestry marketing organisation in southern Africa.NCT Forestry (NCT)NCT is recognised as an international supplier of quality round wood timber, hardwood pulpwood chips and is the largest forestry marketing organisation in southern Africa.NCT Forestry (NCT) is a timber co-operative catering to the marketing needs of private and independent timber growers and subscribes to the seven cooperative principles: • Voluntary and open membership • Democratic member control • Member economic participation • Autonomy and independence • Education, training and information • Co-operation among co-operatives • Concern for community NCT is recognised as an international supplier of quality round wood timber, hardwood pulpwood chips and is the largest forestry marketing organisation in southern Africa. As a co-operative, its members who share in profits, own NCT. Today membership stands at 1 600 shareholding members, representing a total area of over 300 000ha - 21% of afforested land in South Africa. AREA OF OPERATION NCT’s core area of management and operation covers the province of KwaZulu-Natal. Demand for NCT’s service, however, has resulted in its sphere of influence extending to the Eastern Cape, Mpumalanga, Limpopo and Swaziland. SERVICES OFFERED TO MEMBERS Marketing - Develop and source new pulpwood and round wood timber markets (domestic and international) for members. Tree farming - Manage plantations on behalf of land owners and NCT owned farms. Logistics - Negotiate the best road and rail contracts on behalf of members and stockpile round wood timber at strategically located depots. Harvesting - Advise on best harvesting methods and the appointment of harvesting contractors. Silviculture - Advise on best operating practices and the best species to plant dictated by site and market requirements. MARKETS Pulpwood - Hardwood timber destined for pulpwood is NCT’s predominant product, sold into various wood chipping plants. In some instances, NCT also markets timber to local corporate pulp and paper markets. Wood chips - NCT supplies timber into its two wholly owned facilities in Richards Bay and Durban that export wood chips to Japan, China, Taiwan and India. The mills place a significant portion of South African timber resources in an excellent position to access overseas markets. This, in turn, contributes to better pricing and financial returns for the private South African timber grower. Biofuel - NCT has limited access to international biofuel markets. Non-pulpwood - NCT offers its members the opportunity to trade their non-pulp round log timber into a host of financially secure non-pulp market options - saw timber, treated poles, mining timber, charcoal markets. Its network of registered non-pulp round log markets covers the three main timber growing areas in South Africa: Mpumalanga, KwaZulu Natal and the Eastern Cape. CERTIFICATION Forest certification NCT has been Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) - certified as a group manager since 1999. 37% of timber marketed by NCT is sourced from FSC-certified plantations. The remaining 63% is obtained from sources that comply with the FSC controlled wood requirements. The complexity and costs of managing plantations under the FSC system precludes many smaller operations from achieving certification. To address this issue, NCT has been active in developing an alternate certification system, Sustainable African Forest Assurance Scheme (SAFAS). This scheme has been internationally endorsed by the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) and is being rolled out to members. Quality management NCT obtained ISO (International Organisation for Standardisation) certification in 2001 & holds ISO 9001:2015 certification for quality management systems at its head office.Full Name of Company: NCT Forestry Agricultural Co-Operative Limited Nature of Business: Timber marketing Services / Products: NCT Forestry is a marketing cooperative for private and independent timber growers Date Established: 1949 Subsidiaries: • BayFibre (Pty) Ltd • NCT Durban Wood Chips (Pty) Ltd • ShinCel (Pty) Ltd Industry Quality Standards: ISO 9001: 2015 accreditation VISION To win and maintain the unreserved confidence and support of all its members, customers and employees. MISSION To assist its members to achieve their full forestry potential and optimise financial results on a sustainable basis. KEY PERSONNEL General Manager: Danny Knoesen CONTACT DETAILS Head Office Physical Address: 37 McCarthy Drive, Montrose, Pietermaritzburg, 3201 Postal Address: P.O. Box 13363, Cascades, 3202 Tel: +27 (0)33 897 8500 Fax: +27 (0)33 897 8501 E-mail: prelations@nctforest.com Website: www.nctforest.comFull Name of Company: NCT Forestry Agricultural Co-Operative Limited Nature of Business: Timber marketing Services / Products: NCT Forestry is a marketing cooperative for private and independent timber growers Date Established: 1949 Subsidiaries: • BayFibre (Pty) Ltd • NCT Durban Wood Chips (Pty) Ltd • ShinCel (Pty) Ltd Industry Quality Standards: ISO 9001: 2015 accreditation VISION To win and maintain the unreserved confidence and support of all its members, customers and employees. MISSION To assist its members to achieve their full forestry potential and optimise financial results on a sustainable basis. KEY PERSONNEL General Manager: Danny Knoesen CONTACT DETAILS Head Office Physical Address: 37 McCarthy Drive, Montrose, Pietermaritzburg, 3201 Postal Address: P.O. Box 13363, Cascades, 3202 Tel: +27 (0)33 897 8500 Fax: +27 (0)33 897 8501 E-mail: prelations@nctforest.com Website: www.nctforest.com Up Back to Top Business Leaders Home Add Your Business Up Home About Us KZN Business Chambers Rewards Partners Editors NOTE KZN Top Business - Publishers notes - KZN Top Business Leaders - Launch 2024 Menu KZN Business Leaders Business Women Fyonn Kane Collection 2019 2022 Supertech Collection Top Business Women 2024 VIP Invite Awards Nominate TBW 2024 KZN Business Gurus News Bookshelf Shop On-line Events Contact The Team Top Business Portfolio Full Name of Company: NCT Forestry Agricultural Co-Operative Limited Nature of Business: Timber marketing Services / Products: NCT Forestry is a marketing cooperative for private and independent timber growers Date Established: 1949 Subsidiaries: • BayFibre (Pty) Ltd • NCT Durban Wood Chips (Pty) Ltd • ShinCel (Pty) Ltd Industry Quality Standards: ISO 9001: 2015 accreditation VISION To win and maintain the unreserved confidence and support of all its members, customers and employees. MISSION To assist its members to achieve their full forestry potential and optimise financial results on a sustainable basis. KEY PERSONNEL General Manager: Danny Knoesen CONTACT DETAILS Head Office Physical Address: 37 McCarthy Drive, Montrose, Pietermaritzburg, 3201 Postal Address: P.O. Box 13363, Cascades, 3202 Tel: +27 (0)33 897 8500 Fax: +27 (0)33 897 8501 E-mail: prelations@nctforest.com Website: www.nctforest.com NCT Forestry (NCT) is a timber co-operative catering to the marketing needs of private and independent timber growers and subscribes to the seven cooperative principles: • Voluntary and open membership • Democratic member control • Member economic participation • Autonomy and independence • Education, training and information • Co-operation among co-operatives • Concern for community NCT is recognised as an international supplier of quality round wood timber, hardwood pulpwood chips and is the largest forestry marketing organisation in southern Africa. As a co-operative, its members who share in profits, own NCT. Today membership stands at 1 600 shareholding members, representing a total area of over 300 000ha - 21% of afforested land in South Africa. AREA OF OPERATION NCT’s core area of management and operation covers the province of KwaZulu-Natal. Demand for NCT’s service, however, has resulted in its sphere of influence extending to the Eastern Cape, Mpumalanga, Limpopo and Swaziland. SERVICES OFFERED TO MEMBERS Marketing - Develop and source new pulpwood and round wood timber markets (domestic and international) for members. Tree farming - Manage plantations on behalf of land owners and NCT owned farms. Logistics - Negotiate the best road and rail contracts on behalf of members and stockpile round wood timber at strategically located depots. Harvesting - Advise on best harvesting methods and the appointment of harvesting contractors. Silviculture - Advise on best operating practices and the best species to plant dictated by site and market requirements. MARKETS Pulpwood - Hardwood timber destined for pulpwood is NCT’s predominant product, sold into various wood chipping plants. In some instances, NCT also markets timber to local corporate pulp and paper markets. Wood chips - NCT supplies timber into its two wholly owned facilities in Richards Bay and Durban that export wood chips to Japan, China, Taiwan and India. The mills place a significant portion of South African timber resources in an excellent position to access overseas markets. This, in turn, contributes to better pricing and financial returns for the private South African timber grower. Biofuel - NCT has limited access to international biofuel markets. Non-pulpwood - NCT offers its members the opportunity to trade their non-pulp round log timber into a host of financially secure non-pulp market options - saw timber, treated poles, mining timber, charcoal markets. Its network of registered non-pulp round log markets covers the three main timber growing areas in South Africa: Mpumalanga, KwaZulu Natal and the Eastern Cape. CERTIFICATION Forest certification NCT has been Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) - certified as a group manager since 1999. 37% of timber marketed by NCT is sourced from FSC-certified plantations. The remaining 63% is obtained from sources that comply with the FSC controlled wood requirements. The complexity and costs of managing plantations under the FSC system precludes many smaller operations from achieving certification. To address this issue, NCT has been active in developing an alternate certification system, Sustainable African Forest Assurance Scheme (SAFAS). This scheme has been internationally endorsed by the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) and is being rolled out to members. Quality management NCT obtained ISO (International Organisation for Standardisation) certification in 2001 & holds ISO 9001:2015 certification for quality management systems at its head office. More About the CEO Danny Knoesen Meet the CEO

Geek Managed Services is a technology services business with 25 years of experience in providing connectivity, IT management, cyber security and cloud centric solutions to small to medium businessesGeek Managed ServicesGeek Managed Services is a technology services business with 25 years of experience in providing connectivity, IT management, cyber security and cloud centric solutions to small to medium businessesGeek Managed Services is a technology services business with 25 years of experience in providing connectivity, IT management, cyber security and cloud centric solutions to small to medium businesses. “We are not your traditional IT services provider; we may be able to provide those traditional services solutions, but we always aim to do so in a very humancentric way. I think that it a core differentiator for us in this market,” says Kemlyn Pillay, general manager, Geek Managed Services. Pillay added that Geek Managed Services has cracked the code in supplying IT services that are based on the philosophy of Human Tech Solved. “What that is that we are a team of eternally curious people. We don’t just show up at work and try to close tickets. We are curious about solving our customers’ problems and we are driven to solve our customers unmet and unarticulated needs with great tech solutions. I like to say that we are customer obsessed and hyper focused on the customer experience with us.” Geek Managed Services strives to build relationships with its customers as a partner in their businesses. The team makes a point of trying to empower their customers and getting them to use the technology at their fingertips a lot better and enjoy what is provided to them. “We are able to align your technology with your business aspirations. Rather than being a hindrance and a cost factor in your business we want to be an enabler. There is a professionalism that is needed in the growing Durban market – and this has been a very proud thing for us to champion in the tech industry,” explains Pillay. Geek Managed Services is a Microsoft Gold Partner and has five cloud competencies across multiple cloud disciplines namely Microsoft Cloud Platform, Data Analytics, Datacenter, Application Development and Small & Midmarket Cloud Solutions. “We are very proud of our status as a Microsoft Gold Partner and we are always pushing ourselves to learn more and grow our roles and our business solutions. We always want to solve the modern workday problems with awesome cloud solutions.” In the current workplace environment, Geek Managed Services have had to come up with new solutions and its Virtual Managed Service is a current service offering which also responds to Covid -19 considerations. This service takes care of all your IT and technology services in the business at a fixed cost per device. This includes cloud applications and modern workplace requirements through Microsoft Office 365 and Microsoft Solutions. Cyber security is managed with Black Fog. Geek Managed Services has a custom application which is called Virtual Geek and that is a device management tool that is used to provide proactive and routine maintenance for businesses. All devices such as laptops and desktop computers can be taken care of with this application. “The great news is that wherever your team is we can take care of your IT needs without having to be in front of you or in your business premises,” added Pillay. In addition, Geek Managed Services hosts virtual workshops for its customers. These sessions cover a range of topics from general home wi-fi trouble shooting issues, to how to get the most out of your home internet, to data privacy and protecting your company’s data. The details of the workshops are available on the Geek Managed Services website. These are also offered in person to businesses if required – with all Covid-19 precautions in place. “Most of our clients start with an initial consultation where we get to know the business and the “pain points” and then we can recommend a workshop to enable your business and team to be more efficient as well as can save you money through better use of technology. Adoption of technology is key nowadays and a lot of businesses don’t realise that’s what makes a difference,” concluded Pillay. All of Geek Managed Services are available on their website and their app is available for download from Google Play or the App Store. Full Name of Company: The immedia ecosystem (Pty) Ltd. t/a Geek Managed Services Nature of Business : Tech services / IT services Services/Products: Cloud Services, Connectivity, Managed Services, Cybersecurity Customer Base: SMB-SME No. of Employees: 50-60 B-BBEE Status: Level 2 VISION Human. Tech. Solved. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Anice Hassim COO: Bevan Andries Financial Manager: Shoayb Dawood CONTACT DETAILS Head Office Physical Address: Level 1 eNCA Building, 73 Richefond Circle, Ridgeside Office Park. Umhlanga, 4321 Tel: +27 (0)31 566 8080 E-mail: support@geekms.co.za Website: www.geekms.co.za Full Name of Company: The immedia ecosystem (Pty) Ltd. t/a Geek Managed Services Nature of Business : Tech services / IT services Services/Products: Cloud Services, Connectivity, Managed Services, Cybersecurity Customer Base: SMB-SME No. of Employees: 50-60 B-BBEE Status: Level 2 VISION Human. Tech. Solved. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Anice Hassim COO: Bevan Andries Financial Manager: Shoayb Dawood CONTACT DETAILS Head Office Physical Address: Level 1 eNCA Building, 73 Richefond Circle, Ridgeside Office Park. Umhlanga, 4321 Tel: +27 (0)31 566 8080 E-mail: support@geekms.co.za Website: www.geekms.co.za Up Back to Top Business Leaders Home Add Your Business Up Home About Us KZN Business Chambers Rewards Partners Editors NOTE KZN Top Business - Publishers notes - KZN Top Business Leaders - Launch 2024 Menu KZN Business Leaders Business Women Fyonn Kane Collection 2019 2022 Supertech Collection Top Business Women 2024 VIP Invite Awards Nominate TBW 2024 KZN Business Gurus News Bookshelf Shop On-line Events Contact The Team Top Business Portfolio Full Name of Company: The immedia ecosystem (Pty) Ltd. t/a Geek Managed Services Nature of Business : Tech services / IT services Services/Products: Cloud Services, Connectivity, Managed Services, Cybersecurity Customer Base: SMB-SME No. of Employees: 50-60 B-BBEE Status: Level 2 VISION Human. Tech. Solved. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Anice Hassim COO: Bevan Andries Financial Manager: Shoayb Dawood CONTACT DETAILS Head Office Physical Address: Level 1 eNCA Building, 73 Richefond Circle, Ridgeside Office Park. Umhlanga, 4321 Tel: +27 (0)31 566 8080 E-mail: support@geekms.co.za Website: www.geekms.co.za Geek Managed Services is a technology services business with 25 years of experience in providing connectivity, IT management, cyber security and cloud centric solutions to small to medium businesses. “We are not your traditional IT services provider; we may be able to provide those traditional services solutions, but we always aim to do so in a very humancentric way. I think that it a core differentiator for us in this market,” says Kemlyn Pillay, general manager, Geek Managed Services. Pillay added that Geek Managed Services has cracked the code in supplying IT services that are based on the philosophy of Human Tech Solved. “What that is that we are a team of eternally curious people. We don’t just show up at work and try to close tickets. We are curious about solving our customers’ problems and we are driven to solve our customers unmet and unarticulated needs with great tech solutions. I like to say that we are customer obsessed and hyper focused on the customer experience with us.” Geek Managed Services strives to build relationships with its customers as a partner in their businesses. The team makes a point of trying to empower their customers and getting them to use the technology at their fingertips a lot better and enjoy what is provided to them. “We are able to align your technology with your business aspirations. Rather than being a hindrance and a cost factor in your business we want to be an enabler. There is a professionalism that is needed in the growing Durban market – and this has been a very proud thing for us to champion in the tech industry,” explains Pillay. Geek Managed Services is a Microsoft Gold Partner and has five cloud competencies across multiple cloud disciplines namely Microsoft Cloud Platform, Data Analytics, Datacenter, Application Development and Small & Midmarket Cloud Solutions. “We are very proud of our status as a Microsoft Gold Partner and we are always pushing ourselves to learn more and grow our roles and our business solutions. We always want to solve the modern workday problems with awesome cloud solutions.” In the current workplace environment, Geek Managed Services have had to come up with new solutions and its Virtual Managed Service is a current service offering which also responds to Covid -19 considerations. This service takes care of all your IT and technology services in the business at a fixed cost per device. This includes cloud applications and modern workplace requirements through Microsoft Office 365 and Microsoft Solutions. Cyber security is managed with Black Fog. Geek Managed Services has a custom application which is called Virtual Geek and that is a device management tool that is used to provide proactive and routine maintenance for businesses. All devices such as laptops and desktop computers can be taken care of with this application. “The great news is that wherever your team is we can take care of your IT needs without having to be in front of you or in your business premises,” added Pillay. In addition, Geek Managed Services hosts virtual workshops for its customers. These sessions cover a range of topics from general home wi-fi trouble shooting issues, to how to get the most out of your home internet, to data privacy and protecting your company’s data. The details of the workshops are available on the Geek Managed Services website. These are also offered in person to businesses if required – with all Covid-19 precautions in place. “Most of our clients start with an initial consultation where we get to know the business and the “pain points” and then we can recommend a workshop to enable your business and team to be more efficient as well as can save you money through better use of technology. Adoption of technology is key nowadays and a lot of businesses don’t realise that’s what makes a difference,” concluded Pillay. All of Geek Managed Services are available on their website and their app is available for download from Google Play or the App Store. More About the CEO Anice Hassim Meet the CEO

The fully-fledged retail business we see today as Boxer has carved a very interesting 44-year journeyBoxerThe fully-fledged retail business we see today as Boxer has carved a very interesting 44-year journeyThe fully-fledged retail business we see today as Boxer has carved a very interesting 44-year journey. Throughout its existence, one thing remains true... they were, they are, and they always will be “the people’s champion” fighting for low prices, quality goods and ensuring the upliftment of their respective communities. This maverick retailer’s journey began in April 1977 when KwaZulu Cash & Carry was established, in the centre of Empangeni, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The company commenced operations as a conventional wholesaler, trading in the essential commodities, such as maize meal, rice, samp, sugar, oil and beans. However, in the late 1970s the company re-positioned itself into complete retailing - supplying the informal market, the bulk consumer and retail consumer. With this new identity the company prospered and in March 1979 a second branch was opened in Empangeni. The company was taken over from the original founders by an independent group of investors in 1988. This was an interesting time for the company as it embarked on a development programme aimed at identifying new store sites in other areas of KwaZulu-Natal. In 1991, a name change was made due to an expansion plan with the desire to branch out into other provinces. All trading stores were then re launched under the name of ‘Boxer Cash & Carry’. East London and Queenstown were the first two Boxer Cash & Carry stores to be launched in the Eastern Cape in September 1995. The next year, the Boxer Cash & Carry concept was further extended to Mpumalanga, with the opening of a branch in Burgersfort. By late 1997, a new corporate identity logo was adopted, and the trading retail name was changed to ‘Boxer Superstores’ to better reflect its role, as a retailer. Flying under the retail radar, Boxer Superstores continued to grow and expand where the company believed it could satisfy consumer needs. At the end of August 1997, the company merged with one of its parent companies, Goss & Co., adding three outlets in the Transkei. In October 2001, Boxer Superstores’ first step into the North-West Province, namely Mafikeng, was taken. The next province that Boxer Superstores entered was Limpopo, in the town of Tzaneen in 2002. In the same year, Boxer Superstores successfully concluded negotiations and announced the acquisition by Pick n Pay. This ideally placed the group in a position to tackle the middle to lower LSM section. 2003 saw the rollout of an aggressive store-expansion programme with seven new store openings across the various provinces. In 2020 Boxer celebrated the opening of its 300th store and 4th Distribution Centre. With the success and expansion of the Superstores brand, Boxer saw an opportunity to develop a new trading division within the company, through the launching of a Boxer Build store in Port St Johns, Eastern Cape in May 2004. Adopting its own identity, the Boxer Superstores logo was uniquely modified to differentiate the builders’ hardware division. The reason for these two logos was to prevent customer confusion and clearly differentiate the supermarkets from the builders’ hardware outlets. Boxer Build outlets can be found in both the Eastern Cape and the KwaZulu-Natal provinces.Full Name of Company: Boxer Superstores (Pty) Ltd Nature of Business: Retail Services / Products: Groceries, Household Goods, Fresh Product / Service Departments & Value Added Service Date Established: April 1977 Customer Base: LSM 1- 6 (Lower to middle income) No. of Employees: Over 23 000 Auditors / Accountants: Ernest & Young Bankers: FNB Branches: 369 Superstores total (all formats) 228 Boxer Superstores RSA, 6 Superstores (3 Boxer Liquor) in eSwatini, 96 Boxer Liquor stores in total, 30 Boxer Build Stores in total, 4 Boxer Distribution Centres, 1 Boxer Meat Factory. VISION To be the people’s champion for the communities we serve - growing a lifetime of loyalty. KEY PERSONNEL Managing Executive: Marek Masojada Group Executive: Operations: Chris Theron Group Executive: Finance: David Wayne Group Executive: Commercial & Marketing: Paul Coetzee Group Executive: Stakeholder Engagement and Sustainability: Ntombi Dludla Group Executive: HR: Ian Bamber Group Executive: Development: Bryan Butterworth CONTACT DETAILS Head Office Physical Address: 41 The Boulevard, Westend Office Park, Westville, 3630 Postal Address: P.O. Boxer 370, Westville, 3630 Tel: +27 (0)31 275 7000 Website: www.boxer.co.zaANDREW MILLS, the marketing director at Boxer Superstores, says that his job is to ensure that he is inspiring his staff and others throughout the business, while implementing marketing strategies that retain and attract shoppers. Mills matriculated at Kearsney College and then went on to complete a diploma in marketing. Following this qualification, Mills entered the direct sales environment and worked his way up to sales manager. This was a position that he thoroughly enjoyed as he said he was able to inspire and drive his staff. After two years in that position, Mills joined a multinational business in FMCG and he then joined Boxer in the retail industry, where he has been for two decades. He says, "I remember coming into the Boxer reception area, where were a whole lot of people sitting and we were literally lined up like sardines. I was sitting amongst a very mature generation of fantastic candidates and eventually got my chance to go and sit with the then merchandise director Eugene Stoop. I then described my journey up to that point." He explained further that Stoop then asked him the question: "If I was given the opportunity to look after the Boxer brand what would I do?" Mills said that he gave a whole shopping list of things that he believed that he would be able to inject into the Boxer business. "When I finished the interview, I left feeling positive and later that day I received a call from Eugene saying I was hired. I then joined Boxer and 22 years later I have never looked back." He says that the points that he raised in that interview were implemented just three short years later and that he made good on his commitments to the business. Mills describes his job, "I am the brand custodian for the Boxer company, I put together and coordinate the national marketing activities for the greater Boxer business across the different divisions. I also implement marketing strategies that best engage our shoppers and potential new shoppers into our Boxer stores. We are based here in KwaZulu-Natal, we have a business which has close to 250 stores and we've traded for over 40 years, it's a fantastic environment to be in." He says that the management team does not pigeon hole themselves into a particular area of responsibility and that their years of experience mean that they are able to move across all the different portfolios to inject their understanding. "We are a very close-knit unit and the fantastic thing about working for this company and within the Pick n Pay Group is that we utilise our time to inspire, groom and coach others through the company. This company has been a business that really looks at the individual regardless of race, gender or creed, it's about the person and what they are capable of. It's up to us to make sure that we can groom the generations that will follow through to make sure they will take this business into the next few generations with successful healthy leadership." For Mills, one day is never the same as the next which he says is fantastic. "The wonderful thing about Boxer is that there's always a buzz and it's fast paced." He explained that he is the first to come in, in the morning and the last to leave and he travels a lot both locally and internationally. "There is always something happening. You've got to have fun, even if there are deadline pressures or you have to do massive distance or work long hours. You've got to enjoy what you are doing." He says that he is blessed to work alongside some fantastic individuals within his team. Mills added that every single person in his particular department really goes out of the way to excel and perform as well as share their energy with him. Mills concluded, "It's about meeting and inspiring people and getting the opportunity to coach others and groom others. Sometimes just a word or a sentence said to somebody else can inspire them to do their best. By seeing other people and inspiring other people that inspires you to be a better individual, that's a fantastic part of the job within the industry that I operate in." He has always had a passion for marketing and sales and positively influencing other people. Full Name of Company: Boxer Superstores (Pty) Ltd Nature of Business: Retail Services / Products: Groceries, Household Goods, Fresh Product / Service Departments & Value Added Service Date Established: April 1977 Customer Base: LSM 1- 6 (Lower to middle income) No. of Employees: Over 23 000 Auditors / Accountants: Ernest & Young Bankers: FNB Branches: 369 Superstores total (all formats) 228 Boxer Superstores RSA, 6 Superstores (3 Boxer Liquor) in eSwatini, 96 Boxer Liquor stores in total, 30 Boxer Build Stores in total, 4 Boxer Distribution Centres, 1 Boxer Meat Factory. VISION To be the people’s champion for the communities we serve - growing a lifetime of loyalty. KEY PERSONNEL Managing Executive: Marek Masojada Group Executive: Operations: Chris Theron Group Executive: Finance: David Wayne Group Executive: Commercial & Marketing: Paul Coetzee Group Executive: Stakeholder Engagement and Sustainability: Ntombi Dludla Group Executive: HR: Ian Bamber Group Executive: Development: Bryan Butterworth CONTACT DETAILS Head Office Physical Address: 41 The Boulevard, Westend Office Park, Westville, 3630 Postal Address: P.O. Boxer 370, Westville, 3630 Tel: +27 (0)31 275 7000 Website: www.boxer.co.za Up Back to Top Business Leaders Home Add Your Business Up Home About Us KZN Business Chambers Rewards Partners Editors NOTE KZN Top Business - Publishers notes - KZN Top Business Leaders - Launch 2024 Menu KZN Business Leaders Business Women Fyonn Kane Collection 2019 2022 Supertech Collection Top Business Women 2024 VIP Invite Awards Nominate TBW 2024 KZN Business Gurus News Bookshelf Shop On-line Events Contact The Team Top Business Portfolio Full Name of Company: Boxer Superstores (Pty) Ltd Nature of Business: Retail Services / Products: Groceries, Household Goods, Fresh Product / Service Departments & Value Added Service Date Established: April 1977 Customer Base: LSM 1- 6 (Lower to middle income) No. of Employees: Over 23 000 Auditors / Accountants: Ernest & Young Bankers: FNB Branches: 369 Superstores total (all formats) 228 Boxer Superstores RSA, 6 Superstores (3 Boxer Liquor) in eSwatini, 96 Boxer Liquor stores in total, 30 Boxer Build Stores in total, 4 Boxer Distribution Centres, 1 Boxer Meat Factory. VISION To be the people’s champion for the communities we serve - growing a lifetime of loyalty. KEY PERSONNEL Managing Executive: Marek Masojada Group Executive: Operations: Chris Theron Group Executive: Finance: David Wayne Group Executive: Commercial & Marketing: Paul Coetzee Group Executive: Stakeholder Engagement and Sustainability: Ntombi Dludla Group Executive: HR: Ian Bamber Group Executive: Development: Bryan Butterworth CONTACT DETAILS Head Office Physical Address: 41 The Boulevard, Westend Office Park, Westville, 3630 Postal Address: P.O. Boxer 370, Westville, 3630 Tel: +27 (0)31 275 7000 Website: www.boxer.co.za The fully-fledged retail business we see today as Boxer has carved a very interesting 44-year journey. Throughout its existence, one thing remains true... they were, they are, and they always will be “the people’s champion” fighting for low prices, quality goods and ensuring the upliftment of their respective communities. This maverick retailer’s journey began in April 1977 when KwaZulu Cash & Carry was established, in the centre of Empangeni, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The company commenced operations as a conventional wholesaler, trading in the essential commodities, such as maize meal, rice, samp, sugar, oil and beans. However, in the late 1970s the company re-positioned itself into complete retailing - supplying the informal market, the bulk consumer and retail consumer. With this new identity the company prospered and in March 1979 a second branch was opened in Empangeni. The company was taken over from the original founders by an independent group of investors in 1988. This was an interesting time for the company as it embarked on a development programme aimed at identifying new store sites in other areas of KwaZulu-Natal. In 1991, a name change was made due to an expansion plan with the desire to branch out into other provinces. All trading stores were then re launched under the name of ‘Boxer Cash & Carry’. East London and Queenstown were the first two Boxer Cash & Carry stores to be launched in the Eastern Cape in September 1995. The next year, the Boxer Cash & Carry concept was further extended to Mpumalanga, with the opening of a branch in Burgersfort. By late 1997, a new corporate identity logo was adopted, and the trading retail name was changed to ‘Boxer Superstores’ to better reflect its role, as a retailer. Flying under the retail radar, Boxer Superstores continued to grow and expand where the company believed it could satisfy consumer needs. At the end of August 1997, the company merged with one of its parent companies, Goss & Co., adding three outlets in the Transkei. In October 2001, Boxer Superstores’ first step into the North-West Province, namely Mafikeng, was taken. The next province that Boxer Superstores entered was Limpopo, in the town of Tzaneen in 2002. In the same year, Boxer Superstores successfully concluded negotiations and announced the acquisition by Pick n Pay. This ideally placed the group in a position to tackle the middle to lower LSM section. 2003 saw the rollout of an aggressive store-expansion programme with seven new store openings across the various provinces. In 2020 Boxer celebrated the opening of its 300th store and 4th Distribution Centre. With the success and expansion of the Superstores brand, Boxer saw an opportunity to develop a new trading division within the company, through the launching of a Boxer Build store in Port St Johns, Eastern Cape in May 2004. Adopting its own identity, the Boxer Superstores logo was uniquely modified to differentiate the builders’ hardware division. The reason for these two logos was to prevent customer confusion and clearly differentiate the supermarkets from the builders’ hardware outlets. Boxer Build outlets can be found in both the Eastern Cape and the KwaZulu-Natal provinces. More About the CEO Marek Masojada Meet the CEO

STE-SCAFFOLDING SA is an established scaffolding solutions provider based in KwaZulu-Natal. The company supplies, erects and secures scaffolding and formwork, servicing mostly the construction, industrial, commercial and mining industriesSTE Scaffolding SA STE-SCAFFOLDING SA is an established scaffolding solutions provider based in KwaZulu-Natal. The company supplies, erects and secures scaffolding and formwork, servicing mostly the construction, industrial, commercial and mining industriesSTE-SCAFFOLDING SA is an established scaffolding solutions provider based in KwaZulu-Natal. The company supplies, erects and secures scaffolding and formwork, servicing mostly the construction, industrial, commercial and mining industries. STE-SCAFFOLDING SA was established by entrepreneur Charles Dlamini as an energetic and dynamic scaffolding enterprise in Durban in 2010. The company is a black owned enterprise with a 100% BEE contribution rating. STE-SCAFFOLDING SA has a professionally qualified contingent of scaffolding engineers, technicians and workers who, together with their meticulous quality management system, can provide onsistent safe, cost-effective winning results every time. Their infrastructure empowers the company with the capacity to deliver large as well as small projects in budget and on time. STE-Scaffolding SA has systems in place to cater for small and large companies. Health And Safety Regulations STE-Scaffolding SA complies with the strictest health and safety regulations. All staff members are well trained and regularly retrained in health and safety regulations and best practices. Operationally they adhere to the following practices: • All stock erected by their scaffolders is regularly checked for possible damages. • The sites are assessed for risks such as wind factor, uneven surfaces, possible danger to the public, etc. • Risks are always communicated to the main contractor on site or to the customer directly, whichever is applicable. Contingency plans are put into place. • Access equipment is only signed off with a hand over certificate once the scaffolding has been checked and is safe for use. A Safe for Use signboard will then be attached to the access equipment with the date of the inspection and the maximum load allowed. ACCREDITATIONS STE-Scaffolding SA is a member of a range of regulatory and professional bodies related to the scaffolding industry. Among them are: • NOSA, the leading global supplier of occupational risk management services and solutions, and the most recognized brand in the SHEQ risk management industry. It is the exclusive provider of both the NOSA Five Star Grading System and SAMTRAC. • CIDB (Construction Industry Development Board), the professional registration body for standards | for construction related enterprises. Quality Management System The STE-SCAFFOLDING SA quality management system has been built up systematically over many years and comprises every aspect of the business. They have an unrelenting quest for excellence and continual improvement compliant to international standards. The Quality Management System adopted meets all customer needs on time, typically divided into four main phases: • Requirements analysis and specification, which establishes what the service is to achieve • Design, which determines how the product will meet its requirements • Implementation, which creates the service as designed • Testing, which ensures that the operation is fulfilled as required Some Projects undertaken • Scaffolding to repair ships for Sandock Austral Shipyards • Department of Energy in building South Africa’s largest private power generating plant. • Transnet which is South Africa’s largest logistics company that owns railways, ports and pipeline infrastructure, building scaffolding to support their cranes. • Pearls Sky Umhlanga • Hilton HospitalFull Name of Company: STE Scaffolding SA (Pty) Ltd Nature of Business: Scaffolding solutions provider Services / Products: Supply, erect and secure scaffolding and formwork Date Established: 26 February 2010 Customer Base: Construction, industrial, commercial and mining industries No. of Employees: 23 B-BBEE Status: Level 1 MISSION • To provide a top-quality scaffolding service that exceeds client expectations of safety, price, service and experience • To ensure the highest health and safety standards to our employees, other trades and members of the public • To be environmentally aware and utilize our natural resources in a responsible manner • To manage sustained, comprehensive quality control • To view each contract as a mutually beneficial long-term relationship based upon trust, quality service and mutual understanding. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Charles Dlamini Financial Manager: Vee Sookdeo CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical address: 126 Malacca Road, Redhill, Durban North 4051 Tel: +27 (0)31 010 7307 Cell: +27 (0) 82 765 6830 E-mail: info@ste-scaffolding.co.za, charles@ste-scaffolding.co.za Website: www.ste-scaffolding.co.za BRANCHES PietermaritzburgFull Name of Company: STE Scaffolding SA (Pty) Ltd Nature of Business: Scaffolding solutions provider Services / Products: Supply, erect and secure scaffolding and formwork Date Established: 26 February 2010 Customer Base: Construction, industrial, commercial and mining industries No. of Employees: 23 B-BBEE Status: Level 1 MISSION • To provide a top-quality scaffolding service that exceeds client expectations of safety, price, service and experience • To ensure the highest health and safety standards to our employees, other trades and members of the public • To be environmentally aware and utilize our natural resources in a responsible manner • To manage sustained, comprehensive quality control • To view each contract as a mutually beneficial long-term relationship based upon trust, quality service and mutual understanding. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Charles Dlamini Financial Manager: Vee Sookdeo CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical address: 126 Malacca Road, Redhill, Durban North 4051 Tel: +27 (0)31 010 7307 Cell: +27 (0) 82 765 6830 E-mail: info@ste-scaffolding.co.za, charles@ste-scaffolding.co.za Website: www.ste-scaffolding.co.za BRANCHES Pietermaritzburg Up Back to Top Business Leaders Home Add Your Business Up Home About Us KZN Business Chambers Rewards Partners Editors NOTE KZN Top Business - Publishers notes - KZN Top Business Leaders - Launch 2024 Menu KZN Business Leaders Business Women Fyonn Kane Collection 2019 2022 Supertech Collection Top Business Women 2024 VIP Invite Awards Nominate TBW 2024 KZN Business Gurus News Bookshelf Shop On-line Events Contact The Team Top Business Portfolio Full Name of Company: STE Scaffolding SA (Pty) Ltd Nature of Business: Scaffolding solutions provider Services / Products: Supply, erect and secure scaffolding and formwork Date Established: 26 February 2010 Customer Base: Construction, industrial, commercial and mining industries No. of Employees: 23 B-BBEE Status: Level 1 MISSION • To provide a top-quality scaffolding service that exceeds client expectations of safety, price, service and experience • To ensure the highest health and safety standards to our employees, other trades and members of the public • To be environmentally aware and utilize our natural resources in a responsible manner • To manage sustained, comprehensive quality control • To view each contract as a mutually beneficial long-term relationship based upon trust, quality service and mutual understanding. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Charles Dlamini Financial Manager: Vee Sookdeo CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical address: 126 Malacca Road, Redhill, Durban North 4051 Tel: +27 (0)31 010 7307 Cell: +27 (0) 82 765 6830 E-mail: info@ste-scaffolding.co.za , charles@ste-scaffolding.co.za Website: www.ste-scaffolding.co.za BRANCHES Pietermaritzburg STE-SCAFFOLDING SA is an established scaffolding solutions provider based in KwaZulu-Natal. The company supplies, erects and secures scaffolding and formwork, servicing mostly the construction, industrial, commercial and mining industries. STE-SCAFFOLDING SA was established by entrepreneur Charles Dlamini as an energetic and dynamic scaffolding enterprise in Durban in 2010. The company is a black owned enterprise with a 100% BEE contribution rating. STE-SCAFFOLDING SA has a professionally qualified contingent of scaffolding engineers, technicians and workers who, together with their meticulous quality management system, can provide onsistent safe, cost-effective winning results every time. Their infrastructure empowers the company with the capacity to deliver large as well as small projects in budget and on time. STE-Scaffolding SA has systems in place to cater for small and large companies. Health And Safety Regulations STE-Scaffolding SA complies with the strictest health and safety regulations. All staff members are well trained and regularly retrained in health and safety regulations and best practices. Operationally they adhere to the following practices: • All stock erected by their scaffolders is regularly checked for possible damages. • The sites are assessed for risks such as wind factor, uneven surfaces, possible danger to the public, etc. • Risks are always communicated to the main contractor on site or to the customer directly, whichever is applicable. Contingency plans are put into place. • Access equipment is only signed off with a hand over certificate once the scaffolding has been checked and is safe for use. A Safe for Use signboard will then be attached to the access equipment with the date of the inspection and the maximum load allowed. ACCREDITATIONS STE-Scaffolding SA is a member of a range of regulatory and professional bodies related to the scaffolding industry. Among them are: • NOSA, the leading global supplier of occupational risk management services and solutions, and the most recognized brand in the SHEQ risk management industry. It is the exclusive provider of both the NOSA Five Star Grading System and SAMTRAC. • CIDB (Construction Industry Development Board), the professional registration body for standards | for construction related enterprises. Quality Management System The STE-SCAFFOLDING SA quality management system has been built up systematically over many years and comprises every aspect of the business. They have an unrelenting quest for excellence and continual improvement compliant to international standards. The Quality Management System adopted meets all customer needs on time, typically divided into four main phases: • Requirements analysis and specification, which establishes what the service is to achieve • Design, which determines how the product will meet its requirements • Implementation, which creates the service as designed • Testing, which ensures that the operation is fulfilled as required Some Projects undertaken • Scaffolding to repair ships for Sandock Austral Shipyards • Department of Energy in building South Africa’s largest private power generating plant. • Transnet which is South Africa’s largest logistics company that owns railways, ports and pipeline infrastructure, building scaffolding to support their cranes. • Pearls Sky Umhlanga • Hilton Hospital More About the CEO CEO Charles Dlamini Meet the CEO

DRG Outsourcing, now in their 27th year of trading, continues to provide quality human resources management services to a broad range of national and international organisations DRG OutsourcingDRG Outsourcing, now in their 27th year of trading, continues to provide quality human resources management services to a broad range of national and international organisations DRG Outsourcing, established in 1996, is now in its 27th year of operation. David White, founder and CEO always says, “We employ staff for character first, as although skill and experience are important, these attributes can be learned, while individual character and purpose are generally established long before an employment engagement commences. We want our staff and teams to feel that sense of purpose, passion, and common alignment in their work.” David continues, “Our passion for people and business development must translate into direct value to our clients. There must be a synergistic meeting point between our service offer and our client’s specific needs. The outcome of our interventions must significantly improve the current state of our clients business operations, their sustainability, and their staffing engagement practices.” The DRG Group is made up of three contributing business entities. Each business operates autonomously, however, holds fast to the theme of contribution to stakeholders, meeting governance and legislative reporting requirements, supporting communities and social challenges, aiding environmental repair and maintenance, and building economic empowerment confidence through reflecting a positive and engaging image of success and sustainability. DRG, DRG Siyaya and BusinessFit SA are three recognisable brands in KwaZulu-Natal and have over the past years consistently been voted as one of the top 20 best known and supported brands in KwaZulu-Natal. The DRG Group brands are always grouped together in initiatives as their combined influence provides a considerable impact in helping entrepreneurs and business leaders meet administrative, compliance and reporting responsibilities, while also helping to build confidence through human capital development and business knowledge/understanding transfer. Each of the DRG Group companies are rich in passion and purpose and provide the following human resource and business development services: DRG Outsourcing, a 16% Black Owned Company: • Providing Employer of Record services to organisations from across the world who want to ensure that their staff employed in South Africa and Africa are engaged correctly and are compliant in terms of local labour law legislation, employee tax and receiver of revenue compliance and administrative requirements, and in meeting social security contributions. • DRG Outsourcing’s international focus and services draw foreign currency into South Africa each year and contributes significantly to SARS in employee and company taxes. • Providing HR Services to companies and individuals from 40 countries around the world with business interest in South Africa, and in 20 countries in Africa. • DRG Outsourcing has provided services to more than 3000 organisations in KwaZulu-Natal and South Africa. DRG Siyaya, a 52% Black Women Owned Company: • DRG Siyaya does absolutely everything in HR, from payroll, employment equity, and skills development administration, reporting and compliance, to helping companies create productive and engaged cultures / work environments, facilitating hearings, managing performance processes, and doing job descriptions, job grading, benchmarking, etc. • DRG Siyaya in its 18 years of operation continues to provide high levels of administrative and compliance HR service to small, medium, and large organisations. BusinessFit SA, 52% a Black Owned Company: • Helping entrepreneurs and business leaders build better businesses through a defined quality assurance and sustainable development process to help support their enterprise foundation, intention, and desired outcome. • BusinessFit was initially established in 2012. Contribution to business imperatives, stakeholders and ESG DRG recognises that business success is the outcome of meeting not only business imperatives, but also in the contributions made to stakeholders, which include sustainability considerations within communities and society as a whole, and ensuring environmental rights and protection are achieved. DRG is involved in Social and Community initiatives: • Working with orphanages in the Botha’s Hill and Inanda areas through Sibanye Africa – a DRG initiative set up for this purpose. • Being an Exco member and the SA Chapter Leader for the SA Chamber United Kingdom, whose primary mission is the support and development of South Africans and South African business. • Being involved in the Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Club, as President SA, whose primary mission is in networking and creating opportunity for SMEs to access and leverage opportunities across the entire Commonwealth chain of 56 countries. • DRG and BusinessFit sponsored the KZN Top Business Women initiative in 2023, and will continue to do so in the years ahead. DRG is involved in Environmental initiatives: • Chairman of the Human Elephant Foundation, an organisation founded in 2008 to help guide conservation activities, and to ensure that the animal kingdom has a voice. • Co-Founder of Rewilding Africa CIC, a UK based organisation raising funds to help maintain and manage conservation projects in Africa. • Supporting local activities as restoring and maintaining the Everton Conservancy. DRG is involved in Governance initiatives as: • Founder of BusinessFit, a group of 3 organisations providing business development services:  BusinessFit SA – providing a 5-Stage quality assurance process, using the BusinessFit App as a support tool to guide business development. The BusinessFit App is a South African invention, which is also growing popularity in the United Kingdom.  BusinessFit International – situated in the United Kingdom, and providing a “trade conduit service” for South African organisations to meet with and gain local networking and business support services in the United Kingdom.  Bizhealth t/as BusinessFit – providing incubator training and Stage 1 business development services. • Founder of The Africa Marketing Initiative (TAMI), an inward bound business portal, making it easy for international organisation to contact service providers in South Africa in each functional and business support focus areas such as banking, human resources, financial services, black economic empowerment, legal, marketing, etc, and to connect with professional facilitators, able to support research, networking and localisation services. • Co-Founder of Green Lights Sustainability Initiative (GLSI), an organisation focused on supporting the transfer of knowledge and understanding of matters sustainability and ESG transformation, and providing organisations with a formal GLSI sustainability accreditation. • Transferring knowledge and understanding of business best practice, governance, sustainability, engagement, organisation culture design, etc, through being a columnist in Business Sense. Summary DRG’s purpose is to be a pillar of strength to small, medium, and large organisations, helping them meet their administrative, compliance and reporting responsibilities, and supporting them in their creation of productive, sustainable, and engaged business and work environments.Full Name of Company: DRG Outsourcing (Pty) Ltd Nature of Business: Total Solutions HR Company Date Established: 1996 B-BBEE Status: Level 4 Contributor OUR CORE TEAM Chief Executive Officer: David White Operational Director: Colette Tanner EoR Services Manager: Youshi Naidoo Financial Manager: Andrew Kruger HR Best Practice Manager: Nikita Pillay Payroll Manager: Colette Tanner Payroll Administrator: Mbuso Hlangu Payroll Administrator: Maryann Franke HR: Stephanie Munsamy HR: Thembeka Ngidi Administration Manager: Lindiwe Bhadi Financial Administrator: Chrisanne Chetty Head Housekeeping: Angel Mtebele CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 12 Braehead, 1 Old Main Road, Kloof, 3610, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Tel: +27 (0)31 767 0625 E-mail: info@drg.co.za Website: www.drg.co.za"The true value of any organisation is its sustainability, and at the heart of sustainability is good people relationships." DAVID WHITE is an authentic leader with a passion for people development. A highly accomplished businessman, David took a start-up company he founded in 1996, to a listing on the Johannesburg stock exchange in 1998. The company is DRG, and although it delisted shortly after the dotcom era, the company has become an essential service provider in human resource management reporting and compliance services in South Africa. DRG has also become a valuable contact for many foreign companies coming into South Africa, who need the support of a human resource management company to help them set up a solid human resource platform for their business. David further extended his passion for people into co-creating the DRG Leadership Programme. This programme came about after many years in helping companies meet employer HR reporting and compliance responsibilities. David said, "We understood that as much as two thirds of people do not like their jobs nor work environment, and in general companies are as little as 40% productive". This prompted David and his co-director Charles Henzi into action, and now three years later, the DRG leadership model is a highly sought-after programme, bringing purpose into the workplace - the outcome being improved "productivity through people". David's vision and leadership extended further into an organisation called BusinessFit, which provides entrepreneur development services. BusinessFit started in 2012 and is regarded as a leading contributor to entrepreneurial development in South Africa. BusinessFit has mentored approximately 250 entrepreneurs, many of whom have created successful companies. David involves his colleagues and networks in his vision and passions, and has a huge following of entrepreneurs, business leaders and community leaders, who enjoy his desire to help to make the world of business a better place for all. David says, "I dedicate my time to ensuring that I clearly articulate the purpose and desired outcomes the business wishes to achieve, sharing how the business works and the important measurements of enterprise performance, especially customer and shareholder expectations; helping my team to better understand themselves, and their passions and goals. My desire is to help people understand their zone of influence in the business, how they contribute, so that they too can become thinkers and leaders in the business." David is inspired by working with authentic business leaders, who create energy and commitment within their teams. "In my view, the true value of any organisation is its sustainability, and at the heart of sustainability is good people relationships. The best companies, the companies that thrive in all business climates, are those with engaged staff and work teams. These companies have people working together, governed by shared values, understanding and identifying with the business model, striving for common goals and outcomes. Seeing employees within the business treat the company as if they were the owners - and holding themselves accountable for results is the reward." David believes that his success has been based on a single-minded approach to his work. "I have learned that what is important in our line of work is to develop long-term strategic partnerships with our clients. We like to work side by side with our clients, sharing our knowledge, and enjoying the successes they achieve. We keep up to date with industry best practice, have absolute integrity, and share our knowledge and expertise." David is a non-executive director of THINK, a nonprofit company established in 2013. Through DRG he provides essential HR services, allowing THINK's founder to focus on conducting research to improve the lives of those affected by TB and HIV. THINK is now a renowned force for government and public health funders to count on, making a difference in policy making and health service delivery locally and internationally. David's expertise within HR policy making and business development has provided the executive team of THINK with mentorship that has enabled the organisation to impact the lives of thousands of people affected by TB and HIV. Full Name of Company: DRG Outsourcing (Pty) Ltd Nature of Business: Total Solutions HR Company Date Established: 1996 B-BBEE Status: Level 4 Contributor OUR CORE TEAM Chief Executive Officer: David White Operational Director: Colette Tanner EoR Services Manager: Youshi Naidoo Financial Manager: Andrew Kruger HR Best Practice Manager: Nikita Pillay Payroll Manager: Colette Tanner Payroll Administrator: Mbuso Hlangu Payroll Administrator: Maryann Franke HR: Stephanie Munsamy HR: Thembeka Ngidi Administration Manager: Lindiwe Bhadi Financial Administrator: Chrisanne Chetty Head Housekeeping: Angel Mtebele CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 12 Braehead, 1 Old Main Road, Kloof, 3610, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Tel: +27 (0)31 767 0625 E-mail: info@drg.co.za Website: www.drg.co.za Up Back to Top Business Leaders Home Add Your Business Up Home About Us KZN Business Chambers Rewards Partners Editors NOTE KZN Top Business - Publishers notes - KZN Top Business Leaders - Launch 2024 Menu KZN Business Leaders Business Women Fyonn Kane Collection 2019 2022 Supertech Collection Top Business Women 2024 VIP Invite Awards Nominate TBW 2024 KZN Business Gurus News Bookshelf Shop On-line Events Contact The Team Top Business Portfolio Full Name of Company: DRG Outsourcing (Pty) Ltd Nature of Business: Total Solutions HR Company Date Established: 1996 B-BBEE Status: Level 4 Contributor OUR CORE TEAM Chief Executive Officer: David White Operational Director: Colette Tanner EoR Services Manager: Youshi Naidoo Financial Manager: Andrew Kruger HR Best Practice Manager: Nikita Pillay Payroll Manager: Colette Tanner Payroll Administrator: Mbuso Hlangu Payroll Administrator: Maryann Franke HR: Stephanie Munsamy HR: Thembeka Ngidi Administration Manager: Lindiwe Bhadi Financial Administrator: Chrisanne Chetty Head Housekeeping: Angel Mtebele CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 12 Braehead, 1 Old Main Road, Kloof, 3610, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Tel: +27 (0)31 767 0625 E-mail: info@drg.co.za Website: www.drg.co.za DRG Outsourcing, established in 1996, is now in its 27th year of operation. David White, founder and CEO always says, “We employ staff for character first, as although skill and experience are important, these attributes can be learned, while individual character and purpose are generally established long before an employment engagement commences. We want our staff and teams to feel that sense of purpose, passion, and common alignment in their work.” David continues, “Our passion for people and business development must translate into direct value to our clients. There must be a synergistic meeting point between our service offer and our client’s specific needs. The outcome of our interventions must significantly improve the current state of our clients business operations, their sustainability, and their staffing engagement practices.” The DRG Group is made up of three contributing business entities. Each business operates autonomously, however, holds fast to the theme of contribution to stakeholders, meeting governance and legislative reporting requirements, supporting communities and social challenges, aiding environmental repair and maintenance, and building economic empowerment confidence through reflecting a positive and engaging image of success and sustainability. DRG, DRG Siyaya and BusinessFit SA are three recognisable brands in KwaZulu-Natal and have over the past years consistently been voted as one of the top 20 best known and supported brands in KwaZulu-Natal. The DRG Group brands are always grouped together in initiatives as their combined influence provides a considerable impact in helping entrepreneurs and business leaders meet administrative, compliance and reporting responsibilities, while also helping to build confidence through human capital development and business knowledge/understanding transfer. Each of the DRG Group companies are rich in passion and purpose and provide the following human resource and business development services: DRG Outsourcing, a 16% Black Owned Company: • Providing Employer of Record services to organisations from across the world who want to ensure that their staff employed in South Africa and Africa are engaged correctly and are compliant in terms of local labour law legislation, employee tax and receiver of revenue compliance and administrative requirements, and in meeting social security contributions. • DRG Outsourcing’s international focus and services draw foreign currency into South Africa each year and contributes significantly to SARS in employee and company taxes. • Providing HR Services to companies and individuals from 40 countries around the world with business interest in South Africa, and in 20 countries in Africa. • DRG Outsourcing has provided services to more than 3000 organisations in KwaZulu-Natal and South Africa. DRG Siyaya, a 52% Black Women Owned Company: • DRG Siyaya does absolutely everything in HR, from payroll, employment equity, and skills development administration, reporting and compliance, to helping companies create productive and engaged cultures / work environments, facilitating hearings, managing performance processes, and doing job descriptions, job grading, benchmarking, etc. • DRG Siyaya in its 18 years of operation continues to provide high levels of administrative and compliance HR service to small, medium, and large organisations. BusinessFit SA, 52% a Black Owned Company: • Helping entrepreneurs and business leaders build better businesses through a defined quality assurance and sustainable development process to help support their enterprise foundation, intention, and desired outcome. • BusinessFit was initially established in 2012. Contribution to business imperatives, stakeholders and ESG DRG recognises that business success is the outcome of meeting not only business imperatives, but also in the contributions made to stakeholders, which include sustainability considerations within communities and society as a whole, and ensuring environmental rights and protection are achieved. DRG is involved in Social and Community initiatives: • Working with orphanages in the Botha’s Hill and Inanda areas through Sibanye Africa – a DRG initiative set up for this purpose. • Being an Exco member and the SA Chapter Leader for the SA Chamber United Kingdom, whose primary mission is the support and development of South Africans and South African business. • Being involved in the Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Club, as President SA, whose primary mission is in networking and creating opportunity for SMEs to access and leverage opportunities across the entire Commonwealth chain of 56 countries. • DRG and BusinessFit sponsored the KZN Top Business Women initiative in 2023, and will continue to do so in the years ahead. DRG is involved in Environmental initiatives: • Chairman of the Human Elephant Foundation, an organisation founded in 2008 to help guide conservation activities, and to ensure that the animal kingdom has a voice. • Co-Founder of Rewilding Africa CIC, a UK based organisation raising funds to help maintain and manage conservation projects in Africa. • Supporting local activities as restoring and maintaining the Everton Conservancy. DRG is involved in Governance initiatives as: • Founder of BusinessFit, a group of 3 organisations providing business development services:  BusinessFit SA – providing a 5-Stage quality assurance process, using the BusinessFit App as a support tool to guide business development. The BusinessFit App is a South African invention, which is also growing popularity in the United Kingdom.  BusinessFit International – situated in the United Kingdom, and providing a “trade conduit service” for South African organisations to meet with and gain local networking and business support services in the United Kingdom.  Bizhealth t/as BusinessFit – providing incubator training and Stage 1 business development services. • Founder of The Africa Marketing Initiative (TAMI), an inward bound business portal, making it easy for international organisation to contact service providers in South Africa in each functional and business support focus areas such as banking, human resources, financial services, black economic empowerment, legal, marketing, etc, and to connect with professional facilitators, able to support research, networking and localisation services. • Co-Founder of Green Lights Sustainability Initiative (GLSI), an organisation focused on supporting the transfer of knowledge and understanding of matters sustainability and ESG transformation, and providing organisations with a formal GLSI sustainability accreditation. • Transferring knowledge and understanding of business best practice, governance, sustainability, engagement, organisation culture design, etc, through being a columnist in Business Sense. Summary DRG’s purpose is to be a pillar of strength to small, medium, and large organisations, helping them meet their administrative, compliance and reporting responsibilities, and supporting them in their creation of productive, sustainable, and engaged business and work environments. More About the CEO Meet the CEO

Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (Pty) Ltd (SRSA) is a leading local tyre manufacturer and distributor of the Dunlop, Falken and Sumitomo tyre ranges in SA and into the African continentSumitomo Rubber South Africa Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (Pty) Ltd (SRSA) is a leading local tyre manufacturer and distributor of the Dunlop, Falken and Sumitomo tyre ranges in SA and into the African continentSumitomo Rubber South Africa (Pty) Ltd (SRSA) is a leading local tyre manufacturer and distributor of the Dunlop, Falken and Sumitomo tyre ranges in SA and into the African continent. SRSA is a subsidiary of Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd (SRI), which is headquartered in Kobe, Japan. Proudly rooted in KwaZulu-Natal with its Head Office in Durban and a manufacturing facility in Ladysmith, Northern KwaZulu-Natal, the company has regional branches in Johannesburg, Bloemfontein, East London, Gqeberha and Cape Town, with 1535 staff nationally. SRSA’s strong local market presence is largely attributed to the Dunlop brand and heritage as the first tyre manufacturer in South Africa. Supported by 89 years of local manufacturing excellence and a loyal customer base, SRSA is committed to producing safety-tested local tyres for local conditions, offering end users peace of mind when purchasing these critical components of a vehicle. At present, one-in-five vehicles on South African roads are fitted with locally produced Dunlop tyres, and buoyed by the confidence in the brand, the tyre manufacturer has forged ahead with a multi-billion-rand investment project backed by its international parent company, Sumitomo Rubber Industries (SRI). This investment is set to boost local tyre production capacity as more Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) look to domestic tyre producers to meet their vehicle specifications. Dunlop holds approximately 20% of the local OE market and has agreements in place with Toyota, Nissan, Isuzu, Hino, Tata, Scania, and UD Trucks. SRSA continues to grow nationally and across the continent, with a strong market share in Africa with a branded presence in 23 African countries, supplying passenger car, LTR, TBR and SUV tyre markets to Nigeria, Ivory Coast, Kenya and neighbouring countries Zambia and Zimbabwe. The Dunlop dealer network SRSA offers innovative sales channels and development opportunities for entrepreneurs in the automotive retail market, from application to installation process. They support Dunlop branded retail outlets to take their businesses to the next level, from entry-level enterprises serving the man-in-the-street, to fully fledged businesses that can support the taxi industry and government departments. Presently, there are approximately 300 Dunlop stores in SA and 120 in Africa. Dunlop Business-in-a-Box Driven by the desire to empower young entrepreneurs and create employment opportunities in local communities, the company launched the Dunlop Business in a Box concept as an extension of their Dunlop Container store project. The programme offers a plug-and-play solution through which shortlisted candidates are linked up with recommended funders to apply for total funding to set up their own Dunlop Fitment Centres, and to become part of a growing network of over 80 Dunlop Container outlets employing around 400 people across the country. In addition, the company has opened the Dunlop Westville Retail centre, which serves as a hub for technical and training expertise for the broader tyre retail industry. Taking Mzansi confidence on the road Understanding the hazards that South Africans face when out on the roads, and the frustration that comes when you have unexpected costs, SRSA created a unique, first of its kind tyre insurance. They innovated the tyre industry by being the only tyre manufacturer to offer tyre replacement – without any costs - for tread already used if your tyre cannot be repaired. Dunlop Sure’s Tyre Insurance is offered FREE for 12 months and covers all road hazards and is available at any Dunlop-branded dealership (Zone, Commercial, Express, and Container) in South Africa. A business philosophy that is committed to” through innovation, we will create a future of joy and well-being for all.” The philosophy of Sumitomo Rubber Industries (SRI) - passed down over 400 years – is to be a reliable and trusted global corporate group that enriches people’s lives through the creation of new value, while pursuing greater happiness for employees, communities and society at large. Skills development of their employees remains a priority for its company’s development and transformation agenda. SRSA operates an on-site training facility in Ladysmith where employees receive training sessions all year round. As a one of the largest employers of the Ladysmith community and surrounds, SRSA is compelled by their duty to ensure they play a role in developing the community beyond job creation and boosting the local community. For fifty years, they’ve supported the community through CSI initiatives and skills development programmes and play an active role in developing a thriving self-sustaining community of Ladysmith by engaging with the local business chamber and community forums. Sustainability SRI have set ‘GENKI’ Sustainability Activity Guidelines to achieve carbon net zero by 2050. The ‘GENKI’ Sustain ability Activity Guidelines consist of Governance, Eco logy, Next-Generation Products & Solutions, Kindness, and Integrity for society. SRSA has, at its various premises, implemented energy efficient lighting, sustainable sourcing, recycling, water conservation, waste management, and various initiatives supporting its drive towards net zero.Full Name of Company: Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (Pty) Ltd Nature of Business: Automotive Services / Products: Tyres Date Established: 1935 Subsidiaries: Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd (SRI) Customer Base: A network of Dunlop channel and independent dealers in South Africa and African regions No. of Employees: 1535 Industry Quality Standards: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, E mark B-BBEE Status: Level 6 VISION Uniting our diverse strengths, growing together, driving and thriving on change. MISSION Our business philosophy is that through innovation, we will create a future of joy and well-being for all. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Lubin Ozoux Financial Director: Janitha Harkoo Sales Director: Darren Chetty CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: The Old Building, Lion Match Office Park, 892 Umgeni Road, Durban, 4001 Tel: +27 (0)31 242 1111 E-mail: info@srigroup.co.za Website: www.srigroup.co.za BRANCHES Head Office (Durban), Johannesburg, Bloemfontein, Gqeberha and Cape TownFull Name of Company: Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (Pty) Ltd Nature of Business: Automotive Services / Products: Tyres Date Established: 1935 Subsidiaries: Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd (SRI) Customer Base: A network of Dunlop channel and independent dealers in South Africa and African regions No. of Employees: 1535 Industry Quality Standards: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, E mark B-BBEE Status: Level 6 VISION Uniting our diverse strengths, growing together, driving and thriving on change. MISSION Our business philosophy is that through innovation, we will create a future of joy and well-being for all. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Lubin Ozoux Financial Director: Janitha Harkoo Sales Director: Darren Chetty CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: The Old Building, Lion Match Office Park, 892 Umgeni Road, Durban, 4001 Tel: +27 (0)31 242 1111 E-mail: info@srigroup.co.za Website: www.srigroup.co.za BRANCHES Head Office (Durban), Johannesburg, Bloemfontein, Gqeberha and Cape Town Up Back to Top Business Leaders Home Add Your Business Up Home About Us KZN Business Chambers Rewards Partners Editors NOTE KZN Top Business - Publishers notes - KZN Top Business Leaders - Launch 2024 Menu KZN Business Leaders Business Women Fyonn Kane Collection 2019 2022 Supertech Collection Top Business Women 2024 VIP Invite Awards Nominate TBW 2024 KZN Business Gurus News Bookshelf Shop On-line Events Contact The Team Top Business Portfolio Full Name of Company: Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (Pty) Ltd Nature of Business: Automotive Services / Products: Tyres Date Established: 1935 Subsidiaries: Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd (SRI) Customer Base: A network of Dunlop channel and independent dealers in South Africa and African regions No. of Employees: 1535 Industry Quality Standards: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, E mark B-BBEE Status: Level 6 VISION Uniting our diverse strengths, growing together, driving and thriving on change. MISSION Our business philosophy is that through innovation, we will create a future of joy and well-being for all. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Lubin Ozoux Financial Director: Janitha Harkoo Sales Director: Darren Chetty CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: The Old Building, Lion Match Office Park, 892 Umgeni Road, Durban, 4001 Tel: +27 (0)31 242 1111 E-mail: info@srigroup.co.za Website: www.srigroup.co.za BRANCHES Head Office (Durban), Johannesburg, Bloemfontein, Gqeberha and Cape Town Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (Pty) Ltd (SRSA) is a leading local tyre manufacturer and distributor of the Dunlop, Falken and Sumitomo tyre ranges in SA and into the African continent. SRSA is a subsidiary of Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd (SRI), which is headquartered in Kobe, Japan. Proudly rooted in KwaZulu-Natal with its Head Office in Durban and a manufacturing facility in Ladysmith, Northern KwaZulu-Natal, the company has regional branches in Johannesburg, Bloemfontein, East London, Gqeberha and Cape Town, with 1535 staff nationally. SRSA’s strong local market presence is largely attributed to the Dunlop brand and heritage as the first tyre manufacturer in South Africa. Supported by 89 years of local manufacturing excellence and a loyal customer base, SRSA is committed to producing safety-tested local tyres for local conditions, offering end users peace of mind when purchasing these critical components of a vehicle. At present, one-in-five vehicles on South African roads are fitted with locally produced Dunlop tyres, and buoyed by the confidence in the brand, the tyre manufacturer has forged ahead with a multi-billion-rand investment project backed by its international parent company, Sumitomo Rubber Industries (SRI). This investment is set to boost local tyre production capacity as more Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) look to domestic tyre producers to meet their vehicle specifications. Dunlop holds approximately 20% of the local OE market and has agreements in place with Toyota, Nissan, Isuzu, Hino, Tata, Scania, and UD Trucks. SRSA continues to grow nationally and across the continent, with a strong market share in Africa with a branded presence in 23 African countries, supplying passenger car, LTR, TBR and SUV tyre markets to Nigeria, Ivory Coast, Kenya and neighbouring countries Zambia and Zimbabwe. The Dunlop dealer network SRSA offers innovative sales channels and development opportunities for entrepreneurs in the automotive retail market, from application to installation process. They support Dunlop branded retail outlets to take their businesses to the next level, from entry-level enterprises serving the man-in-the-street, to fully fledged businesses that can support the taxi industry and government departments. Presently, there are approximately 300 Dunlop stores in SA and 120 in Africa. Dunlop Business-in-a-Box Driven by the desire to empower young entrepreneurs and create employment opportunities in local communities, the company launched the Dunlop Business in a Box concept as an extension of their Dunlop Container store project. The programme offers a plug-and-play solution through which shortlisted candidates are linked up with recommended funders to apply for total funding to set up their own Dunlop Fitment Centres, and to become part of a growing network of over 80 Dunlop Container outlets employing around 400 people across the country. In addition, the company has opened the Dunlop Westville Retail centre, which serves as a hub for technical and training expertise for the broader tyre retail industry. Taking Mzansi confidence on the road Understanding the hazards that South Africans face when out on the roads, and the frustration that comes when you have unexpected costs, SRSA created a unique, first of its kind tyre insurance. They innovated the tyre industry by being the only tyre manufacturer to offer tyre replacement – without any costs - for tread already used if your tyre cannot be repaired. Dunlop Sure’s Tyre Insurance is offered FREE for 12 months and covers all road hazards and is available at any Dunlop-branded dealership (Zone, Commercial, Express, and Container) in South Africa. A business philosophy that is committed to” through innovation, we will create a future of joy and well-being for all.” The philosophy of Sumitomo Rubber Industries (SRI) - passed down over 400 years – is to be a reliable and trusted global corporate group that enriches people’s lives through the creation of new value, while pursuing greater happiness for employees, communities and society at large. Skills development of their employees remains a priority for its company’s development and transformation agenda. SRSA operates an on-site training facility in Ladysmith where employees receive training sessions all year round. As a one of the largest employers of the Ladysmith community and surrounds, SRSA is compelled by their duty to ensure they play a role in developing the community beyond job creation and boosting the local community. For fifty years, they’ve supported the community through CSI initiatives and skills development programmes and play an active role in developing a thriving self-sustaining community of Ladysmith by engaging with the local business chamber and community forums. Sustainability SRI have set ‘GENKI’ Sustainability Activity Guidelines to achieve carbon net zero by 2050. The ‘GENKI’ Sustain ability Activity Guidelines consist of Governance, Eco logy, Next-Generation Products & Solutions, Kindness, and Integrity for society. SRSA has, at its various premises, implemented energy efficient lighting, sustainable sourcing, recycling, water conservation, waste management, and various initiatives supporting its drive towards net zero. More About the CEO Lubin Ozoux Meet the CEO

Tongaat Hulett is a leading sugar producer and employer in many of the five African countries in which it operatesTongaat Hulett Tongaat Hulett is a leading sugar producer and employer in many of the five African countries in which it operatesTongaat Hulett is an African agri leader in the sugar, ethanol, animal feeds and cattle markets with an unparalleled footprint. Tongaat Hulett produces a range of refined carbohydrate products from sugarcane, with leading brands in all the regions in which it operates. The company is a high potential business with a significant asset base, which is focused on building a relationship with society based on shared value and prosperity. Tongaat Hulett is a leading sugar producer and employer in many of the five African countries in which it operates. Its ongoing activities in agriculture have resulted in the company having a substantial land portfolio, within the primary growth corridors of KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) with strong policy support for conversion at the appropriate time. Tongaat Hulett has one of the largest portfolios of premier commercial land in KZN and South Africa. Tongaat Hulett’s vision is to be the most trusted partner in all that they do and their mission is to build their future by creating sustainable value for all their stakeholders. As a partner of government and society, their philosophy is to contribute towards improving the prospects of a better life for many – making a substantial, positive impact on transformation, attracting fixed investments, urban spatial integration, supporting food security, youth development, infrastructure establishment and inclusive rural development. Tongaat Hulett has seen the benefit of partnering with key stakeholders to achieve a “win win” outcome. These relationships contribute towards achieving the business’s strategic objectives, while also meeting the objectives of its various stakeholders. These include shareholders, governments, private farmers and their representative bodies, communities, employees and people impacted by the company’s operations and its development activities. Tongaat Hulett’s approach to working with its key stakeholders continues to support its objective of being considered as a developmental partner of choice by governments in the SADC regions, in their journey to further growing their agricultural sectors. Sugar Operations A leading employer in many of the five African countries of operation, Tongaat Hulett Sugar also exports products to more than 30 countries, predominantly on the African continent as well as parts of Europe and the USA. With sugar being just one of many products that can be extracted from sugarcane, there is great potential for leveraging greater yields and further diversification into downstream products. Tongaat Hulett’s South African sugar operations intend to capitalise on diversification opportunities, which it is already doing in Zimbabwe. South Africa The company’s South African sugar operations on the KZN north coast and in the Zululand region operate three sugar mills at Maidstone, Amatikulu and Felixton and a central refinery in Durban. These mills and refinery have an installed capacity to produce more than 600 000 tons of high-quality refined sugar per annum, with the primary product being the leading Huletts® brand. The South African sugar product range offers a total sweetener solution including a range of high-intensity sweeteners. Cane supplies come from a combination of predominately rain-fed own- states, large-scale commercial and small-scale private farmers in rural KZN. Zimbabwe The sugar operations in Zimbabwe consist of Triangle and a 50,3 percent stake in Hippo Valley Estates, representing a combined installed sugar milling capacity of more than 430 000 tons per annum. The total installed refined sugar capacity is 60 000 tons and the Triangle ethanol plant has an installed capacity of 41 million litres over a 48-week production season. The Huletts Sunsweet® brand is the leading sugar brand in the country. Mozambique Sugar operations comprise the expanded sugar mills and estates surrounding Xinavane and Mafambisse. The two operations have a combined installed milling capacity of more than 204 000 tons of sugar per annum. The favourable agricultural conditions, proximity to ports, and the technical support from South Africa, position the Mozambique operations well for further growth. Botswana The Botswana operation has the capacity to pack and distribute 60 000 tons of sugar a year using its Blue Crystal® brand. Renewable Energy All our sugar mills in Mozambique, South Africa and Zimbabwe generate electricity from bagasse during the sugarcane crushing season. In some instances, these operations supply electricity to the grid. In Zimbabwe, Triangle has an ethanol plant which provided 40 million litres for blending with petrol during the 2019/20 year. Voermol Feeds Voermol Feeds is located at the Maidstone mill in Tongaat, KZN. Tongaat Hulett manufactures and markets a range of energy and supplementary feeds to the livestock farming community through its Voermol® brand. Voermol Feeds is the market leader in the molasses and pith-based animal feeds industry in South Africa. Property Operation Tongaat Hulett’s portfolio of prime land near Durban and Ballito in KZN, South Africa, has an indicative fair value of R11 billion. This significant portfolio of developable hectares of prime land has the potential to be converted out of sugarcane into urban land as urban development expands and the demand arises. Tongaat Hulett has well-established land development resources, a solid track record and the right processes to realise this value creation process. This will provide the base for significant value uplift through participation in the downstream property development value chain, together with meaningful social impact through stakeholder value creation, social upliftment and job creation. The indicative developed value of this portfolio is estimated at R35 billion. Up Back to Top Business Leaders Home Add Your Business Up Home About Us KZN Business Chambers Rewards Partners Editors NOTE KZN Top Business - Publishers notes - KZN Top Business Leaders - Launch 2024 Menu KZN Business Leaders Business Women Fyonn Kane Collection 2019 2022 Supertech Collection Top Business Women 2024 VIP Invite Awards Nominate TBW 2024 KZN Business Gurus News Bookshelf Shop On-line Events Contact The Team Top Business Portfolio Tongaat Hulett is an African agri leader in the sugar, ethanol, animal feeds and cattle markets with an unparalleled footprint. Tongaat Hulett produces a range of refined carbohydrate products from sugarcane, with leading brands in all the regions in which it operates. The company is a high potential business with a significant asset base, which is focused on building a relationship with society based on shared value and prosperity. Tongaat Hulett is a leading sugar producer and employer in many of the five African countries in which it operates. Its ongoing activities in agriculture have resulted in the company having a substantial land portfolio, within the primary growth corridors of KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) with strong policy support for conversion at the appropriate time. Tongaat Hulett has one of the largest portfolios of premier commercial land in KZN and South Africa. Tongaat Hulett’s vision is to be the most trusted partner in all that they do and their mission is to build their future by creating sustainable value for all their stakeholders. As a partner of government and society, their philosophy is to contribute towards improving the prospects of a better life for many – making a substantial, positive impact on transformation, attracting fixed investments, urban spatial integration, supporting food security, youth development, infrastructure establishment and inclusive rural development. Tongaat Hulett has seen the benefit of partnering with key stakeholders to achieve a “win win” outcome. These relationships contribute towards achieving the business’s strategic objectives, while also meeting the objectives of its various stakeholders. These include shareholders, governments, private farmers and their representative bodies, communities, employees and people impacted by the company’s operations and its development activities. Tongaat Hulett’s approach to working with its key stakeholders continues to support its objective of being considered as a developmental partner of choice by governments in the SADC regions, in their journey to further growing their agricultural sectors. Sugar Operations A leading employer in many of the five African countries of operation, Tongaat Hulett Sugar also exports products to more than 30 countries, predominantly on the African continent as well as parts of Europe and the USA. With sugar being just one of many products that can be extracted from sugarcane, there is great potential for leveraging greater yields and further diversification into downstream products. Tongaat Hulett’s South African sugar operations intend to capitalise on diversification opportunities, which it is already doing in Zimbabwe. South Africa The company’s South African sugar operations on the KZN north coast and in the Zululand region operate three sugar mills at Maidstone, Amatikulu and Felixton and a central refinery in Durban. These mills and refinery have an installed capacity to produce more than 600 000 tons of high-quality refined sugar per annum, with the primary product being the leading Huletts® brand. The South African sugar product range offers a total sweetener solution including a range of high-intensity sweeteners. Cane supplies come from a combination of predominately rain-fed own- states, large-scale commercial and small-scale private farmers in rural KZN. Zimbabwe The sugar operations in Zimbabwe consist of Triangle and a 50,3 percent stake in Hippo Valley Estates, representing a combined installed sugar milling capacity of more than 430 000 tons per annum. The total installed refined sugar capacity is 60 000 tons and the Triangle ethanol plant has an installed capacity of 41 million litres over a 48-week production season. The Huletts Sunsweet® brand is the leading sugar brand in the country. Mozambique Sugar operations comprise the expanded sugar mills and estates surrounding Xinavane and Mafambisse. The two operations have a combined installed milling capacity of more than 204 000 tons of sugar per annum. The favourable agricultural conditions, proximity to ports, and the technical support from South Africa, position the Mozambique operations well for further growth. Botswana The Botswana operation has the capacity to pack and distribute 60 000 tons of sugar a year using its Blue Crystal® brand. Renewable Energy All our sugar mills in Mozambique, South Africa and Zimbabwe generate electricity from bagasse during the sugarcane crushing season. In some instances, these operations supply electricity to the grid. In Zimbabwe, Triangle has an ethanol plant which provided 40 million litres for blending with petrol during the 2019/20 year. Voermol Feeds Voermol Feeds is located at the Maidstone mill in Tongaat, KZN. Tongaat Hulett manufactures and markets a range of energy and supplementary feeds to the livestock farming community through its Voermol® brand. Voermol Feeds is the market leader in the molasses and pith-based animal feeds industry in South Africa. Property Operation Tongaat Hulett’s portfolio of prime land near Durban and Ballito in KZN, South Africa, has an indicative fair value of R11 billion. This significant portfolio of developable hectares of prime land has the potential to be converted out of sugarcane into urban land as urban development expands and the demand arises. Tongaat Hulett has well-established land development resources, a solid track record and the right processes to realise this value creation process. This will provide the base for significant value uplift through participation in the downstream property development value chain, together with meaningful social impact through stakeholder value creation, social upliftment and job creation. The indicative developed value of this portfolio is estimated at R35 billion. More About the CEO Gavin Hudson Meet the CEO

Idwala Property Group is owned by CEO Nondumiso Siphesihle Mthwa. Having commenced her professional career in October 2005, Nondumiso has had much experience in the real estate industryIdwala Property Group Idwala Property Group is owned by CEO Nondumiso Siphesihle Mthwa. Having commenced her professional career in October 2005, Nondumiso has had much experience in the real estate industryIdwala Property Group is currently located and operating in the KwaZulu-Natal province in South Africa. The group is a black woman owned, level one BBBEE contributor with more than 15 years of specialising in real estate services to individuals and businesses. Idwala Holdings C.C. was registered under the close corporation act 69 of 1984 in November 2007 and started operating in June 2008 trading as RealNet Bluff and Montclair. The establishment of Idwala Holdings was necessitated by the disparity and lack of black owned real estate companies in South Africa. In July 2010, Idwala Holdings discontinued the franchise agreement with RealNet Group and joined the Dormehl Property Group Franchise. In 2016, after acquiring a wealth of knowledge, experience, skills and mentorship to drive and operate a real estate company professionally, Idwala Holdings took a decision to be an independent real estate agency and Idwala Property Group was birthed. Research has proven that the economic gap is still very huge and that the majority of the real estate property giants and SMMEs are predominantly non-black and male owned. South Africa is still facing daunting challenges over this issue even after more than 26 years of democracy. It is with this background that Idwala Property Group seeks to provide the necessary support to elevate intervention and industry support. Its goal is to foster a meaningful strategic direction in the real estate and property industry in our country. Woman-owned Idwala Property Group is owned by CEO Nondumiso Siphesihle Mthwa. Having commenced her professional career in October 2005, Nondumiso has had much experience in the real estate industry. She began her journey as a real estate agent, thereafter she became a real estate franchisee and then went on to establish her own real estate brand. Consequently, Nondumiso has acquired vast knowledge and experience in the Industry. Nondumiso is a Master Practitioner in Real Estate (MPRE PDE5 qualification) and has completed her BCom degree in Business Management at UNISA. Services Offered The real estate agency works with the buyers and sellers of commercial and residential properties, commercial letting as well as is involved in commercial property management. Idwala Property Group has facilitated residential and commercial sales and property development of off-plan projects around the greater KZN area. The services on offer include property valuation and market assessment. The agency is also able to facilitate of property bonds through its subsidiary iBonds. The Team Nondumiso and her team of estate agents, conveyancers, accountants, electricians and entomologists are experts in the field of real estate and have a thorough understanding of the legal requirements in their respective fields. Goodman Thulasizwe Mthwa who heads up marketing and operations for the company is a qualified IT Technician with a Diploma in IT obtained at MUT, and an auctioneer. Thulasizwe has vast experience in marketing, advertising and the digital space. Internal and external training has been the cornerstone of building trust, good reputation and the legitimacy of Idwala Property Group. The Idwala Property Group team is always proactive in supporting initiatives of economic growth, industry transformational issues, skills development and job creation issues within the KZN province and South Africa at large. The agency has also been involved in community projects including the cleaning and clearing up of Pinecrest Park in Pinetown – Durban – Keep Our City Clean initiative 2022. Awards and Recognition • Most Improved Franchise 2011 – Dormehl Property Group • National Residential Sales Office of the Year - 2012 • Franchise of the Year 2014 – Dormehl Property Group South Africa • Franchisee of the Year 2014 – Dormehl Property Group South Africa • Featured in the Standard Bank Top Women 2017 magazine • Featured on ENCA Forerunners 2018 • AABLA nomination for Business Woman of the Year 2018 • Entrepreneur Resilience Finalist – Standard Bank KZN Top Business Awards 2022.Name of Company: Idwala Property Group Nature of Business: Real Estate Services: Residential and commercial sales, letting, marketing of developments, valuations, property management Date Established: 01 November 2016 Subsidiaries: iBonds Customer Base: Individuals and companies No. of Employees: 21 Industry Quality Standards: Registration with the Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority (PPRA) BBBEE: Level 1 MISSION To be a trusted and highly regarded Real Estate company with a national footprint encompassing residential, commercial, plots, farms, property management and property development; having provided empowerment opportunities to those who are passionate about the industry. VISION To be internationally recognised as Thought Leaders in the South African real estate industry, effecting transformation that is inclusive and empowers all stakeholders. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Nondumiso S. Mthwa COO: Thulasizwe Mthwa CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 162 Wood Road, Montclair, KwaZulu-Natal, 4052 Tel: +27 (0)31 462 6333 E-mail: admin@idwalapropertygroup.co.za Website: www.idwalapropertygroup.co.za BRANCHES: Montclair, Pinetown, UmlaziName of Company: Idwala Property Group Nature of Business: Real Estate Services: Residential and commercial sales, letting, marketing of developments, valuations, property management Date Established: 01 November 2016 Subsidiaries: iBonds Customer Base: Individuals and companies No. of Employees: 21 Industry Quality Standards: Registration with the Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority (PPRA) BBBEE: Level 1 MISSION To be a trusted and highly regarded Real Estate company with a national footprint encompassing residential, commercial, plots, farms, property management and property development; having provided empowerment opportunities to those who are passionate about the industry. VISION To be internationally recognised as Thought Leaders in the South African real estate industry, effecting transformation that is inclusive and empowers all stakeholders. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Nondumiso S. Mthwa COO: Thulasizwe Mthwa CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 162 Wood Road, Montclair, KwaZulu-Natal, 4052 Tel: +27 (0)31 462 6333 E-mail: admin@idwalapropertygroup.co.za Website: www.idwalapropertygroup.co.za BRANCHES: Montclair, Pinetown, Umlazi Up Back to Top Business Leaders Home Add Your Business Up Home About Us KZN Business Chambers Rewards Partners Editors NOTE KZN Top Business - Publishers notes - KZN Top Business Leaders - Launch 2024 Menu KZN Business Leaders Business Women Fyonn Kane Collection 2019 2022 Supertech Collection Top Business Women 2024 VIP Invite Awards Nominate TBW 2024 KZN Business Gurus News Bookshelf Shop On-line Events Contact The Team Top Business Portfolio Name of Company: Idwala Property Group Nature of Business: Real Estate Services: Residential and commercial sales, letting, marketing of developments, valuations, property management Date Established: 01 November 2016 Subsidiaries: iBonds Customer Base: Individuals and companies No. of Employees: 21 Industry Quality Standards: Registration with the Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority (PPRA) BBBEE: Level 1 MISSION To be a trusted and highly regarded Real Estate company with a national footprint encompassing residential, commercial, plots, farms, property management and property development; having provided empowerment opportunities to those who are passionate about the industry. VISION To be internationally recognised as Thought Leaders in the South African real estate industry, effecting transformation that is inclusive and empowers all stakeholders. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Nondumiso S. Mthwa COO: Thulasizwe Mthwa CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 162 Wood Road, Montclair, KwaZulu-Natal, 4052 Tel: +27 (0)31 462 6333 E-mail: admin@idwalapropertygroup.co.za Website: www.idwalapropertygroup.co.za BRANCHES: Montclair, Pinetown, Umlazi Idwala Property Group is currently located and operating in the KwaZulu-Natal province in South Africa. The group is a black woman owned, level one BBBEE contributor with more than 15 years of specialising in real estate services to individuals and businesses. Idwala Holdings C.C. was registered under the close corporation act 69 of 1984 in November 2007 and started operating in June 2008 trading as RealNet Bluff and Montclair. The establishment of Idwala Holdings was necessitated by the disparity and lack of black owned real estate companies in South Africa. In July 2010, Idwala Holdings discontinued the franchise agreement with RealNet Group and joined the Dormehl Property Group Franchise. In 2016, after acquiring a wealth of knowledge, experience, skills and mentorship to drive and operate a real estate company professionally, Idwala Holdings took a decision to be an independent real estate agency and Idwala Property Group was birthed. Research has proven that the economic gap is still very huge and that the majority of the real estate property giants and SMMEs are predominantly non-black and male owned. South Africa is still facing daunting challenges over this issue even after more than 26 years of democracy. It is with this background that Idwala Property Group seeks to provide the necessary support to elevate intervention and industry support. Its goal is to foster a meaningful strategic direction in the real estate and property industry in our country. Woman-owned Idwala Property Group is owned by CEO Nondumiso Siphesihle Mthwa. Having commenced her professional career in October 2005, Nondumiso has had much experience in the real estate industry. She began her journey as a real estate agent, thereafter she became a real estate franchisee and then went on to establish her own real estate brand. Consequently, Nondumiso has acquired vast knowledge and experience in the Industry. Nondumiso is a Master Practitioner in Real Estate (MPRE PDE5 qualification) and has completed her BCom degree in Business Management at UNISA. Services Offered The real estate agency works with the buyers and sellers of commercial and residential properties, commercial letting as well as is involved in commercial property management. Idwala Property Group has facilitated residential and commercial sales and property development of off-plan projects around the greater KZN area. The services on offer include property valuation and market assessment. The agency is also able to facilitate of property bonds through its subsidiary iBonds. The Team Nondumiso and her team of estate agents, conveyancers, accountants, electricians and entomologists are experts in the field of real estate and have a thorough understanding of the legal requirements in their respective fields. Goodman Thulasizwe Mthwa who heads up marketing and operations for the company is a qualified IT Technician with a Diploma in IT obtained at MUT, and an auctioneer. Thulasizwe has vast experience in marketing, advertising and the digital space. Internal and external training has been the cornerstone of building trust, good reputation and the legitimacy of Idwala Property Group. The Idwala Property Group team is always proactive in supporting initiatives of economic growth, industry transformational issues, skills development and job creation issues within the KZN province and South Africa at large. The agency has also been involved in community projects including the cleaning and clearing up of Pinecrest Park in Pinetown – Durban – Keep Our City Clean initiative 2022. Awards and Recognition • Most Improved Franchise 2011 – Dormehl Property Group • National Residential Sales Office of the Year - 2012 • Franchise of the Year 2014 – Dormehl Property Group South Africa • Franchisee of the Year 2014 – Dormehl Property Group South Africa • Featured in the Standard Bank Top Women 2017 magazine • Featured on ENCA Forerunners 2018 • AABLA nomination for Business Woman of the Year 2018 • Entrepreneur Resilience Finalist – Standard Bank KZN Top Business Awards 2022. More About the CEO Nondumiso S. Mthwa Meet the CEO