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Celebrating its 90th year during such challenging times for construction in South Africa certainly highlights AfriSam’s legacy of resilience and its commitment to Africa’s developmentAfrisamCelebrating its 90th year during such challenging times for construction in South Africa certainly highlights AfriSam’s legacy of resilience and its commitment to Africa’s developmentCelebrating its 90th year during such challenging times for construction in South Africa certainly highlights AfriSam’s legacy of resilience and its commitment to Africa’s development, according to Construction Materials KZN Regional Manager of Operations, Theolan Govender. “Our success over the years demonstrates not only our world class standing but equally how we respond to the changing needs of our customers and the broader community – in good times and hard times,” says Govender. “We are proud that our contribution ranges from the highest quality construction materials through to affordable solutions for emerging contractors, as well as targeted social responsibility and sponsorship initiatives that build cohesion in our society.” AfriSam’s legacy began in 1934 as the Anglovaal Portland Cement Company, South Africa’s second cement company. Importantly, though, it was the first to diversify its offerings into other construction materials. This included readymix concrete through the company Pioneer Concrete and aggregate stone through Hippo Quarries. The evolution of the business saw its name change to Anglo Alpha 1937 and Alpha Ltd in 1996. Global Attention “Steady growth made us one of the largest suppliers of construction materials for many years, also delivering cement to our southern African neighbours,” he says. “Our standing in the industry meant that we attracted the interest of global players when our economy opened up with the advent of democracy in 1994.” This led to the company becoming part of Holcim, the world’s largest cement producer. Even then, AfriSam had built a world class foundation, with its Ulco cement plant ranking as the third best performing operation in the global Holcim group. The AfriSam brand itself was born after an historic Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) transaction in 2008. “The company could already boast some of the world’s best expertise in the sector, being involved in mega-projects such as the Lesotho Highlands Water Project in the 1980s and 1990s,” he says. “This investment in skills has been a pillar of AfriSam’s success and longevity, and remains a focus for us even during economic downturns.” Iconic Structures As a result, AfriSam has been associated with some of South Africa’s most iconic structures – signifying its direct contribution to the infrastructure on which the country’s growth has been built. These include King Shaka Airport, Spring Grove Dam and, most recently, the upgrade of the N3 highway. “This has earned us the most trusted name in South Africa’s readymix space,” Govender argues. “What is significant about this today is that the larger contractors have been forced to slim down in recent years – so they often do not have their own concrete technologists in-house.” This makes its biggest customers increasingly reliant on AfriSam’s technical expertise in cement and concrete, which is vital for ensuring compliance with project specifications so that structures last for their full expected lifespan and beyond. Succession, training and upgrading of skills take place continuously alongside research and development in the knowledge that future economic growth depends upon it. Support in Tough Times Reflecting on the ways that AfriSam develops and adapts its product range to suit the times, Govender points to the company’s ability to serve customers and the country when the economic climate is tough. “It is perhaps especially in times like now, when there has been sustained pressure on the economy and livelihoods, that companies like AfriSam need to prove their mettle,” he says. “For instance, our R&D has produced cost effective concrete solutions like Starmix, which is ideally suited for the building industry. It can, however, also be ordered in small quantities, making it ideal for the residential builder as well.” In a country beset by housing shortages, urban migration and unemployment, this allows small building works to continue as a basic step in uplifting people’s lives. “Most importantly, this work can carry on without compromising quality, and still prioritising our commitment to a lower carbon footprint for the generations that will follow us,” he emphasises. “This goes hand-in-hand with the support we provide to emerging and small builders through training and knowledge sharing.” Cohesion and Unity Beyond the worksite, AfriSam’s long history has also been characterised by its social responsibility, aimed at supporting the broader community in their efforts to create a better future. Sport has always been central to social cohesion. “We were proud to be a partner to the Springbok rugby team as they prepared for – and finally won – the latest Rugby World Cup in France,” Govender says, highlighting how success builds the national psyche and the confidence of citizens in the future. The range of other investments includes youth employment initiatives and various community activities. Looking Ahead Looking ahead at projects that signify better times ahead, Govender notes that AfriSam will be contributing to two of the projects in the latest phase of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project – the Polihali Dam and the 34 km transfer tunnel. “As a responsible construction materials producer, we comply with Social and Labour Plan regulations, but our vision and actions go well beyond that,” concludes Govender. “With our 90 years in business, we exemplify the value of stable businesses that actively develop skills and sustain jobs, retaining the groundwork on which the economy can grow.”Nature of Business: Construction Materials Services / Products: Cement, Aggregate, Readymix Concrete & Slagment Date Established: 1934 No. of Employees: 1 200 Industry Quality Standards : • South African National Accreditation System (SANAS) • ISO 9001 • South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) approved B-BBEE Status: Level 2 VISION A positive African future, built by AfriSam, the A1 Choice in construction materials. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Eric Diack CFO: Leon Serfontein Construction Materials KZN Regional Manager: Operations: Theolan Govender Construction Materials KZN Regional Manager: Sales: Randal Chetty CONTACT DETAILS REGIONAL OFFICE Physical Address: AfriSam KZN Regional Office, 200 Coedmore Road, Bellair, 4094. Tel: 0860 141 141 E-mail: customer.service@za.afrisam.com Website: www.afrisam.comNature of Business: Construction Materials Services / Products: Cement, Aggregate, Readymix Concrete & Slagment Date Established: 1934 No. of Employees: 1 200 Industry Quality Standards : • South African National Accreditation System (SANAS) • ISO 9001 • South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) approved B-BBEE Status: Level 2 VISION A positive African future, built by AfriSam, the A1 Choice in construction materials. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Eric Diack CFO: Leon Serfontein Construction Materials KZN Regional Manager: Operations: Theolan Govender Construction Materials KZN Regional Manager: Sales: Randal Chetty CONTACT DETAILS REGIONAL OFFICE Physical Address: AfriSam KZN Regional Office, 200 Coedmore Road, Bellair, 4094. Tel: 0860 141 141 E-mail: customer.service@za.afrisam.com Website: www.afrisam.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 Nature of Business: Construction Materials Services / Products: Cement, Aggregate, Readymix Concrete & Slagment Date Established: 1934 No. of Employees: 1 200 Industry Quality Standards : • South African National Accreditation System (SANAS) • ISO 9001 • South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) approved B-BBEE Status: Level 2 VISION A positive African future, built by AfriSam, the A1 Choice in construction materials. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Eric Diack CFO: Leon Serfontein Construction Materials KZN Regional Manager: Operations: Theolan Govender Construction Materials KZN Regional Manager: Sales: Randal Chetty CONTACT DETAILS REGIONAL OFFICE Physical Address: AfriSam KZN Regional Office, 200 Coedmore Road, Bellair, 4094. Tel: 0860 141 141 E-mail: customer.service@za.afrisam.com Website: www.afrisam.com Celebrating its 90th year during such challenging times for construction in South Africa certainly highlights AfriSam’s legacy of resilience and its commitment to Africa’s development, according to Construction Materials KZN Regional Manager of Operations, Theolan Govender. “Our success over the years demonstrates not only our world class standing but equally how we respond to the changing needs of our customers and the broader community – in good times and hard times,” says Govender. “We are proud that our contribution ranges from the highest quality construction materials through to affordable solutions for emerging contractors, as well as targeted social responsibility and sponsorship initiatives that build cohesion in our society.” AfriSam’s legacy began in 1934 as the Anglovaal Portland Cement Company, South Africa’s second cement company. Importantly, though, it was the first to diversify its offerings into other construction materials. This included readymix concrete through the company Pioneer Concrete and aggregate stone through Hippo Quarries. The evolution of the business saw its name change to Anglo Alpha 1937 and Alpha Ltd in 1996. Global Attention “Steady growth made us one of the largest suppliers of construction materials for many years, also delivering cement to our southern African neighbours,” he says. “Our standing in the industry meant that we attracted the interest of global players when our economy opened up with the advent of democracy in 1994.” This led to the company becoming part of Holcim, the world’s largest cement producer. Even then, AfriSam had built a world class foundation, with its Ulco cement plant ranking as the third best performing operation in the global Holcim group. The AfriSam brand itself was born after an historic Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) transaction in 2008. “The company could already boast some of the world’s best expertise in the sector, being involved in mega-projects such as the Lesotho Highlands Water Project in the 1980s and 1990s,” he says. “This investment in skills has been a pillar of AfriSam’s success and longevity, and remains a focus for us even during economic downturns.” Iconic Structures As a result, AfriSam has been associated with some of South Africa’s most iconic structures – signifying its direct contribution to the infrastructure on which the country’s growth has been built. These include King Shaka Airport, Spring Grove Dam and, most recently, the upgrade of the N3 highway. “This has earned us the most trusted name in South Africa’s readymix space,” Govender argues. “What is significant about this today is that the larger contractors have been forced to slim down in recent years – so they often do not have their own concrete technologists in-house.” This makes its biggest customers increasingly reliant on AfriSam’s technical expertise in cement and concrete, which is vital for ensuring compliance with project specifications so that structures last for their full expected lifespan and beyond. Succession, training and upgrading of skills take place continuously alongside research and development in the knowledge that future economic growth depends upon it. Support in Tough Times Reflecting on the ways that AfriSam develops and adapts its product range to suit the times, Govender points to the company’s ability to serve customers and the country when the economic climate is tough. “It is perhaps especially in times like now, when there has been sustained pressure on the economy and livelihoods, that companies like AfriSam need to prove their mettle,” he says. “For instance, our R&D has produced cost effective concrete solutions like Starmix, which is ideally suited for the building industry. It can, however, also be ordered in small quantities, making it ideal for the residential builder as well.” In a country beset by housing shortages, urban migration and unemployment, this allows small building works to continue as a basic step in uplifting people’s lives. “Most importantly, this work can carry on without compromising quality, and still prioritising our commitment to a lower carbon footprint for the generations that will follow us,” he emphasises. “This goes hand-in-hand with the support we provide to emerging and small builders through training and knowledge sharing.” Cohesion and Unity Beyond the worksite, AfriSam’s long history has also been characterised by its social responsibility, aimed at supporting the broader community in their efforts to create a better future. Sport has always been central to social cohesion. “We were proud to be a partner to the Springbok rugby team as they prepared for – and finally won – the latest Rugby World Cup in France,” Govender says, highlighting how success builds the national psyche and the confidence of citizens in the future. The range of other investments includes youth employment initiatives and various community activities. Looking Ahead Looking ahead at projects that signify better times ahead, Govender notes that AfriSam will be contributing to two of the projects in the latest phase of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project – the Polihali Dam and the 34 km transfer tunnel. “As a responsible construction materials producer, we comply with Social and Labour Plan regulations, but our vision and actions go well beyond that,” concludes Govender. “With our 90 years in business, we exemplify the value of stable businesses that actively develop skills and sustain jobs, retaining the groundwork on which the economy can grow.” More About the CEO Theolan Govender Meet the CEO

Mrs Esayvanie Reddy as director and the Group CEO, is an accomplished business woman with over 30 plus years of experience RR Group of CompaniesMrs Esayvanie Reddy as director and the Group CEO, is an accomplished business woman with over 30 plus years of experience The RR Group of companies is a majority Black women-owned company and women-led enterprise with females holding majority of our leadership positions. And while maintaining a BBBEE level-1 company audit, the group supports Black-owned businesses aggressively. The Group is operating on various sectors including but not limited to; energy and petroleum, bulk fuel delivery (logistics), health care manufacturing, telecommunication, quick-service restaurants, and property development and management portfolios. Mrs Esayvanie Reddy as director and the Group CEO, is an accomplished business woman with over 30 plus years of experience in the Petroleum, Quick Service Restaurant, Healthcare Manufacturing, Tele-communications and Distribution Industry. Her main focus is on building high growth businesses with solid balance sheets and exponentially growing profit and loss functions to ensure business going-concern, job security for her people and sustainable returns for the shareholders. As an astute business leader with wealth of experience, Mrs. Reddy oversees sound strategic manifestation and delegation across all business functions, ensures profitability and is he chief custodian of the Group’s brand image. RR Group prides itself on establishing self-sustaining business models which in return allows them to give back to their communities in the form of job(s) creation, business opportunities, low-cost-high-quality products and Corporate Social Investment initiatives. With vast scope of operations and sector engagement in which RR Group functions, the following enlisted companies expend the execution of each sector operations: KZN OILS AND KZN OILS TRANSPORT plays a key role in the logistics, sales, and marketing of petroleum related products in South Africa. They provide high quality logistics services and have access to storage tanks in Durban and Richards Bay and operate their own depots in Greytown, Harrismith, and Newcastle. As well as supply and manage 37 service stations under the Caltex brand. JD TELECOM was born from their passion for wanting to uplift local communities in respect of providing basic internet access via satellite. Their focus is on the health and education sectors as well as small business development. JD Telecom has also partnered with various core service providers which offers a wide range of connectivity and value-added services through various dealer channels. KO-LAY HOME OF CHICKEN is in both the wholesale and retail sector. They have a fully-fledged production plant known as our Central Kitchen that does the production of both sauce and chicken. The above products mentioned are delivered to not only their retail stores and restaurants, but they also supply a host of other food outlets around KwaZulu-Natal and Johannesburg. Ko-Lay’s Flagship Restaurant is based at 397 Chris Hani Road and provides both grilled and fried products. CHAMPION HEALTH CARE is a SABS, ISO approved company that manufactures and imports medical dressings and related products. Our main lines are crepe bandages, swabs, tampons, and gauze products. They utilise locally sourced raw material for our finished products. CHC is tender based and distributes their products to hospitals nationally. Their bulk distribution also includes wholesalers. And their customer base includes doctors, vets, pharmacies, and clinics. Staff are trained internally on all processes from start to finish. KVK PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT is a fairly new company. However, the construction teams were formed many years ago to project manage and develop service stations and commercial properties. With their expertise in property development and construction, KVK was able to expand into residential properties aside from the commercial space.Full Name of Company: RR Group of Companies Nature of Business: Energy, Telecommunication, Quick Service Restaurant, Health Care Manufacturing Services/Products: Petroleum related products, Satellite connectivity, Flame Grilled & Fried chicken, Gauze Swobs & Bandages Date Established: 2001 Subsidiaries: KZN Oils, Kolay, JD Telecom, Champion Health Care, KVK Properties Customer Base: National No. of Employees: 300 Employees Industry Quality Standards: Champion Health Care: ISO 9001 2015; 13485 B-BBEE Status: Level 1 VISION To promote positive social change, accelerate economic growth, and to help global communities prosper. MISSION To act as an ethical agent of change, develop self-sustainable business models, and remain flexible in a rapidly changing environment KEY PERSONNEL Director/Group CEO: Mrs Esay Reddy Finance: Mrs Venisha Reddy Sabapathy Legal: Nomvuyo Mthethwa Marketing: Mbuso Dlamini Group Manager: Melanie Brisset CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 45 Chris Hani Road, Briardene, Durban Postal Address: P.O. Box 74134 Rochdale Park, Springfield 4034 Tel: +27 (0)31 570 0500 E-mail: info@kznoils.co.za Website: www.rrgroup.africa BRANCHES: KZN Oils (Head Office), Williams Road, Harrismith, Greytown, Newcastle), JD Telecom, Champion Health Care, Kolay Home of Chicken (Central Kitchen, Flagship Store).Full Name of Company: RR Group of Companies Nature of Business: Energy, Telecommunication, Quick Service Restaurant, Health Care Manufacturing Services/Products: Petroleum related products, Satellite connectivity, Flame Grilled & Fried chicken, Gauze Swobs & Bandages Date Established: 2001 Subsidiaries: KZN Oils, Kolay, JD Telecom, Champion Health Care, KVK Properties Customer Base: National No. of Employees: 300 Employees Industry Quality Standards: Champion Health Care: ISO 9001 2015; 13485 B-BBEE Status: Level 1 VISION To promote positive social change, accelerate economic growth, and to help global communities prosper. MISSION To act as an ethical agent of change, develop self-sustainable business models, and remain flexible in a rapidly changing environment KEY PERSONNEL Director/Group CEO: Mrs Esay Reddy Finance: Mrs Venisha Reddy Sabapathy Legal: Nomvuyo Mthethwa Marketing: Mbuso Dlamini Group Manager: Melanie Brisset CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 45 Chris Hani Road, Briardene, Durban Postal Address: P.O. Box 74134 Rochdale Park, Springfield 4034 Tel: +27 (0)31 570 0500 E-mail: info@kznoils.co.za Website: www.rrgroup.africa BRANCHES: KZN Oils (Head Office), Williams Road, Harrismith, Greytown, Newcastle), JD Telecom, Champion Health Care, Kolay Home of Chicken (Central Kitchen, Flagship Store). 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: RR Group of Companies Nature of Business: Energy, Telecommunication, Quick Service Restaurant, Health Care Manufacturing Services/Products: Petroleum related products, Satellite connectivity, Flame Grilled & Fried chicken, Gauze Swobs & Bandages Date Established: 2001 Subsidiaries: KZN Oils, Kolay, JD Telecom, Champion Health Care, KVK Properties Customer Base: National No. of Employees: 300 Employees Industry Quality Standards: Champion Health Care: ISO 9001 2015; 13485 B-BBEE Status: Level 1 VISION To promote positive social change, accelerate economic growth, and to help global communities prosper. MISSION To act as an ethical agent of change, develop self-sustainable business models, and remain flexible in a rapidly changing environment KEY PERSONNEL Director/Group CEO: Mrs Esay Reddy Finance: Mrs Venisha Reddy Sabapathy Legal: Nomvuyo Mthethwa Marketing: Mbuso Dlamini Group Manager: Melanie Brisset CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 45 Chris Hani Road, Briardene, Durban Postal Address: P.O. Box 74134 Rochdale Park, Springfield 4034 Tel: +27 (0)31 570 0500 E-mail: info@kznoils.co.za Website: www.rrgroup.africa BRANCHES: KZN Oils (Head Office), Williams Road, Harrismith, Greytown, Newcastle), JD Telecom, Champion Health Care, Kolay Home of Chicken (Central Kitchen, Flagship Store). The RR Group of companies is a majority Black women-owned company and women-led enterprise with females holding majority of our leadership positions. And while maintaining a BBBEE level-1 company audit, the group supports Black-owned businesses aggressively. The Group is operating on various sectors including but not limited to; energy and petroleum, bulk fuel delivery (logistics), health care manufacturing, telecommunication, quick-service restaurants, and property development and management portfolios. Mrs Esayvanie Reddy as director and the Group CEO, is an accomplished business woman with over 30 plus years of experience in the Petroleum, Quick Service Restaurant, Healthcare Manufacturing, Tele-communications and Distribution Industry. Her main focus is on building high growth businesses with solid balance sheets and exponentially growing profit and loss functions to ensure business going-concern, job security for her people and sustainable returns for the shareholders. As an astute business leader with wealth of experience, Mrs. Reddy oversees sound strategic manifestation and delegation across all business functions, ensures profitability and is he chief custodian of the Group’s brand image. RR Group prides itself on establishing self-sustaining business models which in return allows them to give back to their communities in the form of job(s) creation, business opportunities, low-cost-high-quality products and Corporate Social Investment initiatives. With vast scope of operations and sector engagement in which RR Group functions, the following enlisted companies expend the execution of each sector operations: KZN OILS AND KZN OILS TRANSPORT plays a key role in the logistics, sales, and marketing of petroleum related products in South Africa. They provide high quality logistics services and have access to storage tanks in Durban and Richards Bay and operate their own depots in Greytown, Harrismith, and Newcastle. As well as supply and manage 37 service stations under the Caltex brand. JD TELECOM was born from their passion for wanting to uplift local communities in respect of providing basic internet access via satellite. Their focus is on the health and education sectors as well as small business development. JD Telecom has also partnered with various core service providers which offers a wide range of connectivity and value-added services through various dealer channels. KO-LAY HOME OF CHICKEN is in both the wholesale and retail sector. They have a fully-fledged production plant known as our Central Kitchen that does the production of both sauce and chicken. The above products mentioned are delivered to not only their retail stores and restaurants, but they also supply a host of other food outlets around KwaZulu-Natal and Johannesburg. Ko-Lay’s Flagship Restaurant is based at 397 Chris Hani Road and provides both grilled and fried products. CHAMPION HEALTH CARE is a SABS, ISO approved company that manufactures and imports medical dressings and related products. Our main lines are crepe bandages, swabs, tampons, and gauze products. They utilise locally sourced raw material for our finished products. CHC is tender based and distributes their products to hospitals nationally. Their bulk distribution also includes wholesalers. And their customer base includes doctors, vets, pharmacies, and clinics. Staff are trained internally on all processes from start to finish. KVK PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT is a fairly new company. However, the construction teams were formed many years ago to project manage and develop service stations and commercial properties. With their expertise in property development and construction, KVK was able to expand into residential properties aside from the commercial space. More About the CEO Esay Reddy Meet the CEO

From Innovation to Leadership in Emergency ResponseMobi Ventures From Innovation to Leadership in Emergency ResponseFrom Innovation to Leadership in Emergency Response Founded in 2016, Mobi Ventures revolutionised the emergency response industry with the launch of Mobi-Claw911, a cutting-edge ‘taxi e-hailing’ service for rapid, coordinated emergency assistance. This innovation quickly gained traction, becoming the leading solution for individuals facing medical, security, and fire-related emergencies. The company’s commitment to going beyond the standard panic app by integrating it with a state-of-the-art control room and a robust boots-on-the-ground operation, which has saved countless lives over the past nine years. The success of Mobi-Claw911 paved the way for Mobi Ventures to evolve into a comprehensive emergency solutions provider. Recognising the increasing demand for integrated security and medical response services, the company expanded its offerings to include vehicle tracking and recovery, AI-powered CCTV surveillance, ambulance management plans, and armed response services. Today, Mobi Ventures stands as a one-stop emergency response powerhouse, providing tailored solutions for individuals, families, businesses, and entire communities. At the heart of its operations is a dedicated team of experts, including former police officers, military personnel, and experienced medical professionals. This wealth of real-world experience ensures that every emergency is managed with precision, and an unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and assets. Mobi Ventures collaborates with private and state crime-fighting units, medical professionals, fire services, and community organisations, reinforcing its position as an industry leader in emergency response. The Visionaries Mike Myers, the chief executive officer, is the visionary behind Mobi-Claw911. As a former police officer and past chairman of the Westville Community Policing Forum (CPF), he identified a crucial gap in emergency response; people often lacked the right contact information during critical moments. Determined to address this challenge, Mike dedicated over four years to developing Mobi-Claw911 before its launch. His vision led to the establishment of Mobi Ventures as a fully integrated emergency solutions provider. Paul Stone the chief operations officer, played a pivotal role in the crime-reduction efforts of Westville through his operational leadership in the CPF from 2014 to 2018. His expertise in security operations and community-driven safety initiatives was instrumental in shaping Mobi-Claw911’s operational framework. Today, Paul oversees the corporate and operational structures of Mobi Ventures, ensuring seamless execution and continued innovation. Wynand Laatz, the operations director is a fourth-generation ex-policeman with a decade of operational experience. His role as the head of incident management ensures that Mobi Ventures maintains strong connections with on-the-ground personnel. Having worked in emergency medical services, Wynand brings invaluable medical expertise to the team, enhancing the company’s ability to manage life- threatening situations effectively. With over ten years of experience in the emergency response industry, Teresa Davie leads the sales division at Mobi Ventures. Her background in administration, sales, and EMS coordination, combined with her exceptional people skills, makes her an invaluable asset in expanding the company’s reach. Comprehensive Emergency Solutions Mobi-Claw911 remains the flagship service, providing nationwide emergency response through an intuitive smartphone app and a dedicated remote panic device. The system instantly identifies the user’s location, allowing professional operators to dispatch the appropriate emergency responders within seconds. To complement its emergency response services, Mobi Ventures introduced Mobi- AmboPLAN, a partnership with ER24 designed to eliminate delays in ambulance dispatch. This service ensures rapid medical intervention, even for individuals without medical aid, covering on-scene stabilisation and emergency transportation to hospital for life- and limb-threatening injuries. Mobi-Trak911 extends Mobi Ventures’ protective capabilities to vehicle tracking and recovery. This VSS-certified service is recognised by major insurance companies and offers affordable, tailored solutions for individuals and fleet operators. For advanced security needs, Mobi-Detect911 provides AI-powered CCTV monitoring. This state-of-the-art surveillance solution features real-time license plate recognition, intrusion alerts, human and vehicle detection, fire hazard identification, unattended baggage detection, and posture threat analysis. Mobi-Response911 is a specialised armed response service operating in Westville and Cowies Hill. This division offers 24/7 alarm monitoring, incident management, neighbourhood watch integration, and crime prevention operations. Additional services include estate security, retail and commercial property guarding, and event security. Industry Achievements Mobi Ventures has consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation in emergency response. Since launching in 2016, the company has achieved several milestones:  Developed and implemented its own Incident Management System in 2017  Partnered with ER24 in 2018 to introduce the Mobi-AmboPLAN  Opened its first state-of-the-art control room in 2021, laying the foundation for further service diversification  Expanded its offerings by launching Mobi-Trak911 in 2022, Mobi-Detect911 in 2023, and Mobi-Response911 in 2024  Introduced Mobi-Claw911 Rescue Support Services in 2024, a volunteer rescue support team assisting with disaster management Diverse Client Base Mobi Ventures caters to a broad demographic, ensuring safety and security for individuals, families, businesses, and entire communities. The primary users of Mobi-Claw911 are women aged 35 to 55, individuals over 55, and families seeking comprehensive protection. Additionally, the service is experiencing growth in the corporate market, particularly among executive management and representatives. Mobi-AmboPLAN is popular among family members of Mobi-Claw911 clients, domestic workers, schools, and businesses providing emergency medical coverage for employees. Mobi-Trak911 serves individual car owners, particularly existing Mobi-Claw911 clients, as well as small company fleets. Mobi-Detect911 is utilised by individual businesses, business community precinct projects, schools, and larger security initiatives. Mobi-Response911, currently operating in Westville and Cowies Hill, serves residential properties, business premises, gated estates, retail outlets, commercial properties, and event organisers requiring security solutions. Future Vision Mobi Ventures is focused on growing its national presence, particularly with Mobi- Claw911, Mobi-Trak911, and Mobi-AmboPLAN. The company sees significant growth potential in the corporate market and aims to drive adoption among businesses and schools. Locally, Mobi-Response911 is set to grow beyond Westville and Cowies Hill into neighbouring areas. The guarding division is expected to expand into Pinetown, particularly in retail and commercial sectors. Additionally, Mobi Ventures is exploring the possibility of acquiring smaller businesses within its operational space, as well as franchising or licensing specific brands in other regions of South Africa. Mobi Ventures aims to continue to redefine the landscape of emergency assistance, ensuring South Africans receive immediate professional support when they need it most. Full name of company: Mobi Ventures Pty Ltd Nature of business: Emergency Response Management (All sectors) Services/ products: Mobile Panic Button and Response solution, Ambulance Management Plan, Vehicle Tracking, Alarm monitoring and Armed Response, AI CCTV monitoring Date established: 2016 Subsidiaries: Mobi-Claw911, Mobi-Trak911, Mobi-AmboPLAN, Mobi-Detect911, Mobi-Response911 Customer Base: 8500 No of employees: 17 B-BBEE status: 4 Mission statement: To deliver the highest level of protection and lifesaving emergency response for our clients, their assets, and those in need across South Africa, ensuring safety, security, and medical assistance in every situation. Vision: To be South Africa’s most trusted leader in emergency response, providing swift and reliable solutions for medical, criminal, and fire emergencies nationwide. Key Personnel CEO: Mike Myers Chief Operations Officer: Paul Stone Operations Director: Wynand Laatz Sales Manager: Teresa Davie Head Office Physical address: 3 Neptune Road, Westville, Durban. 3629 Telephone: 031 109 1888 E-mail: care@mobiventures.co.za Website: www.mobiventures.co.za Full name of company: Mobi Ventures Pty Ltd Nature of business: Emergency Response Management (All sectors) Services/ products: Mobile Panic Button and Response solution, Ambulance Management Plan, Vehicle Tracking, Alarm monitoring and Armed Response, AI CCTV monitoring Date established: 2016 Subsidiaries: Mobi-Claw911, Mobi-Trak911, Mobi-AmboPLAN, Mobi-Detect911, Mobi-Response911 Customer Base: 8500 No of employees: 17 B-BBEE status: 4 Mission statement: To deliver the highest level of protection and lifesaving emergency response for our clients, their assets, and those in need across South Africa, ensuring safety, security, and medical assistance in every situation. Vision: To be South Africa’s most trusted leader in emergency response, providing swift and reliable solutions for medical, criminal, and fire emergencies nationwide. Key Personnel CEO: Mike Myers Chief Operations Officer: Paul Stone Operations Director: Wynand Laatz Sales Manager: Teresa Davie Head Office Physical address: 3 Neptune Road, Westville, Durban. 3629 Telephone: 031 109 1888 E-mail: care@mobiventures.co.za Website: www.mobiventures.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: Mobi Ventures Pty Ltd Nature of business: Emergency Response Management (All sectors) Services/ products: Mobile Panic Button and Response solution, Ambulance Management Plan, Vehicle Tracking, Alarm monitoring and Armed Response, AI CCTV monitoring Date established: 2016 Subsidiaries: Mobi-Claw911, Mobi-Trak911, Mobi-AmboPLAN, Mobi-Detect911, Mobi-Response911 Customer Base: 8500 No of employees: 17 B-BBEE status: 4 Mission statement: To deliver the highest level of protection and lifesaving emergency response for our clients, their assets, and those in need across South Africa, ensuring safety, security, and medical assistance in every situation. Vision: To be South Africa’s most trusted leader in emergency response, providing swift and reliable solutions for medical, criminal, and fire emergencies nationwide. Key Personnel CEO: Mike Myers Chief Operations Officer: Paul Stone Operations Director: Wynand Laatz Sales Manager: Teresa Davie Head Office Physical address: 3 Neptune Road, Westville, Durban. 3629 Telephone: 031 109 1888 E-mail: care@mobiventures.co.za Website: www.mobiventures.co.za From Innovation to Leadership in Emergency Response Founded in 2016, Mobi Ventures revolutionised the emergency response industry with the launch of Mobi-Claw911, a cutting-edge ‘taxi e-hailing’ service for rapid, coordinated emergency assistance. This innovation quickly gained traction, becoming the leading solution for individuals facing medical, security, and fire-related emergencies. The company’s commitment to going beyond the standard panic app by integrating it with a state-of-the-art control room and a robust boots-on-the-ground operation, which has saved countless lives over the past nine years. The success of Mobi-Claw911 paved the way for Mobi Ventures to evolve into a comprehensive emergency solutions provider. Recognising the increasing demand for integrated security and medical response services, the company expanded its offerings to include vehicle tracking and recovery, AI-powered CCTV surveillance, ambulance management plans, and armed response services. Today, Mobi Ventures stands as a one-stop emergency response powerhouse, providing tailored solutions for individuals, families, businesses, and entire communities. At the heart of its operations is a dedicated team of experts, including former police officers, military personnel, and experienced medical professionals. This wealth of real-world experience ensures that every emergency is managed with precision, and an unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and assets. Mobi Ventures collaborates with private and state crime-fighting units, medical professionals, fire services, and community organisations, reinforcing its position as an industry leader in emergency response. The Visionaries Mike Myers, the chief executive officer, is the visionary behind Mobi-Claw911. As a former police officer and past chairman of the Westville Community Policing Forum (CPF), he identified a crucial gap in emergency response; people often lacked the right contact information during critical moments. Determined to address this challenge, Mike dedicated over four years to developing Mobi-Claw911 before its launch. His vision led to the establishment of Mobi Ventures as a fully integrated emergency solutions provider. Paul Stone the chief operations officer, played a pivotal role in the crime-reduction efforts of Westville through his operational leadership in the CPF from 2014 to 2018. His expertise in security operations and community-driven safety initiatives was instrumental in shaping Mobi-Claw911’s operational framework. Today, Paul oversees the corporate and operational structures of Mobi Ventures, ensuring seamless execution and continued innovation. Wynand Laatz, the operations director is a fourth-generation ex-policeman with a decade of operational experience. His role as the head of incident management ensures that Mobi Ventures maintains strong connections with on-the-ground personnel. Having worked in emergency medical services, Wynand brings invaluable medical expertise to the team, enhancing the company’s ability to manage life- threatening situations effectively. With over ten years of experience in the emergency response industry, Teresa Davie leads the sales division at Mobi Ventures. Her background in administration, sales, and EMS coordination, combined with her exceptional people skills, makes her an invaluable asset in expanding the company’s reach. Comprehensive Emergency Solutions Mobi-Claw911 remains the flagship service, providing nationwide emergency response through an intuitive smartphone app and a dedicated remote panic device. The system instantly identifies the user’s location, allowing professional operators to dispatch the appropriate emergency responders within seconds. To complement its emergency response services, Mobi Ventures introduced Mobi- AmboPLAN, a partnership with ER24 designed to eliminate delays in ambulance dispatch. This service ensures rapid medical intervention, even for individuals without medical aid, covering on-scene stabilisation and emergency transportation to hospital for life- and limb-threatening injuries. Mobi-Trak911 extends Mobi Ventures’ protective capabilities to vehicle tracking and recovery. This VSS-certified service is recognised by major insurance companies and offers affordable, tailored solutions for individuals and fleet operators. For advanced security needs, Mobi-Detect911 provides AI-powered CCTV monitoring. This state-of-the-art surveillance solution features real-time license plate recognition, intrusion alerts, human and vehicle detection, fire hazard identification, unattended baggage detection, and posture threat analysis. Mobi-Response911 is a specialised armed response service operating in Westville and Cowies Hill. This division offers 24/7 alarm monitoring, incident management, neighbourhood watch integration, and crime prevention operations. Additional services include estate security, retail and commercial property guarding, and event security. Industry Achievements Mobi Ventures has consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation in emergency response. Since launching in 2016, the company has achieved several milestones:  Developed and implemented its own Incident Management System in 2017  Partnered with ER24 in 2018 to introduce the Mobi-AmboPLAN  Opened its first state-of-the-art control room in 2021, laying the foundation for further service diversification  Expanded its offerings by launching Mobi-Trak911 in 2022, Mobi-Detect911 in 2023, and Mobi-Response911 in 2024  Introduced Mobi-Claw911 Rescue Support Services in 2024, a volunteer rescue support team assisting with disaster management Diverse Client Base Mobi Ventures caters to a broad demographic, ensuring safety and security for individuals, families, businesses, and entire communities. The primary users of Mobi-Claw911 are women aged 35 to 55, individuals over 55, and families seeking comprehensive protection. Additionally, the service is experiencing growth in the corporate market, particularly among executive management and representatives. Mobi-AmboPLAN is popular among family members of Mobi-Claw911 clients, domestic workers, schools, and businesses providing emergency medical coverage for employees. Mobi-Trak911 serves individual car owners, particularly existing Mobi-Claw911 clients, as well as small company fleets. Mobi-Detect911 is utilised by individual businesses, business community precinct projects, schools, and larger security initiatives. Mobi-Response911, currently operating in Westville and Cowies Hill, serves residential properties, business premises, gated estates, retail outlets, commercial properties, and event organisers requiring security solutions. Future Vision Mobi Ventures is focused on growing its national presence, particularly with Mobi- Claw911, Mobi-Trak911, and Mobi-AmboPLAN. The company sees significant growth potential in the corporate market and aims to drive adoption among businesses and schools. Locally, Mobi-Response911 is set to grow beyond Westville and Cowies Hill into neighbouring areas. The guarding division is expected to expand into Pinetown, particularly in retail and commercial sectors. Additionally, Mobi Ventures is exploring the possibility of acquiring smaller businesses within its operational space, as well as franchising or licensing specific brands in other regions of South Africa. Mobi Ventures aims to continue to redefine the landscape of emergency assistance, ensuring South Africans receive immediate professional support when they need it most. More About the CEO Mike Myers Meet the CEO

Founded in July 1992, Capitol Caterers is now one of the leading industrial catering companies in South AfricaCapitol CaterersFounded in July 1992, Capitol Caterers is now one of the leading industrial catering companies in South AfricaFounded in July 1992, Capitol Caterers is now one of the leading industrial catering companies in South Africa. ‘Welcome to the Family’ is the company’s motto; a truism endorsed by staff and clients alike. Capitol Caterers services more than 100 customised catering contracts in the education, healthcare, commercial and retirement sectors within South Africa and Eswatini. The company specialises in providing high quality, nutritious and well-balanced meals to meet divergent dietary requirements, tastes and group sizes. CEO Merrill King heads up the operation, supported by joint managing directors, Russell Nzimande and Laura Morton. All bring a unique skill set to the company; King and Morton as award winning executive chefs, and Nzimande as an industry specialist in operations and contract catering. The Capitol Workers Trust Capitol Caterers currently employs in excess of 1400 personnel. Much of the company’s success can be attributed to a stable workforce evidenced by the large number of staff who have been with the company for over fifteen years. These trends stem from a strong empowerment ethic and a business philosophy deeply rooted in staff wellness. Founder, Giles King, with a vision of empowering loyal staff for their long service, instituted a significant change in 2002 by transferring 21% of the company’s ownership to the Capitol Workers Trust. This percentage has now ballooned to 49% and beneficiaries (after five years of service) all receive a proportionate imbursement from regular dividend declarations. Supply Chain A dedicated department manages all procurement for the group. Capitol Caterers supply chain agreements ensure best price practice, quality compliance, field to fork traceability and adherence to the company’s sustainability plan. A strength is in the company’s flexibility to source products from smaller and entrepreneurial suppliers to service the specific needs of their contracts. Quality Management Systems All contracts adhere to QMS (Quality Management Systems) together with a customised in-house quality control system, CHESS (Capitol Health, Environment & Safety Standards). Operations are governed by the Occupational Health & Safety Act, ISO 9001 and HACCP standards. A dedicated OHS officer conducts regular internal audits and ensures training on food safety, hygiene and industrial kitchen standards. Dietetics The Dietetics Department offers nutritional support and contributes to the wellness needs of the company’s clients. Their functions include menu analysis, menu design, education on special diets and allergy considerations. The dieticians also prepare educational material and regularly conduct talks on the importance of healthy nutrition and balanced lifestyle practices. Midlands Hospitality Academy Capitol Caterers believes in upskilling their staff and to continuously develop their expertise. One of the tools to enable this goal has been the establishment of the Midlands Hospitality Academy (MHA), which is accredited by QCTO and CATHSSETA. Learnership opportunities are offered to both employed and unemployed external applicants, which are conducted in-house or through on-line training programmes. The academy has partnered with various training providers who educate the students in the latest trends in the hospitality environment. Capitol Caterers support the development and employment of disabled individuals. Four employees are currently participating in a registered learnership with ICAN (PMI Group). Additionally, a partnership with the Department of Social Development and Mental Health has, over the past year, enabled a further four people living with disabilities to be integrated into the workforce. Environment Capitol Caterers is committed to reducing its carbon footprint and imposes their environmental policy and strict recycling regimes at all client sites. Endorsing the company’s job creation philosophy, it has various contracts with entrepreneurial entities for the removal of waste to approved recycling facilities. INDUSTRY SECTORS Education: As a market leader in the education sector, the company strives to create a home away from home experience by providing nutritious, balanced, and tasty food. Providing a creative flair with functions, innovative meal plans and on-going student education on the nutritional value of the food served provides a comforting assurance to both parents and clients. Healthcare: The company holds a solid footprint in the public and private healthcare sector. Capitol Caterers understands that nutrition is a vital part of patient care and their rehabilitation. Commercial: Cost effective catering solutions for canteens are provided within the corporate and industrial sectors. The emphasis is on employee wellness and in providing healthy and hearty meals served within the defined time frames and operating requirements of each organisation. Retirement: The residents at retirement facilities look forward to the serving of balanced meals, personalised dietary considerations, fantastic functions, and excellent service from compassionate staff. ADDED VALUE SERVICE OFFERINGS Private Event Catering: Capitol Cuisine provides niche catering for corporate functions, sporting events, weddings, and high-end private occasions. Full Facilities Management: Included in the Capitol Caterers umbrella is a cleaning and laundry services division, a welcome service offering to its diverse client base.Full Name of Company: Itakane Trading 47 (Pty) Ltd T/A Capitol Caterers Nature of Business: Business Services Services / Products: Industrial catering, private event catering, full facilities management, accredited hospitality training programmes, kitchen management, design and consulting Date Established: July 1992 Subsidiaries: Midlands Hospitality Academy; Capitol Caterers Eswatini; Capitol Cuisine, Falini Food Services Customer Base: Education, healthcare, retirement, commercial sectors, private event catering No. of Employees: 1423 (as of 30 June 2021) B-BBEE Status: Level 1 KEY PERSONNEL Chairman: Giles King CEO: Merrill King Managing Directors: Russell Nzimande & Laura Morton Human Resources Director: Janet Mill Financial Director: Russell Tredway Procurement Manager: Belinda Richards Group Marketing and Sales Manager: Melanie Wester Group Executive Chef: Angelique Goosen CONTACT DETAILS Head Office Physical Address: 121 Jabu Ndlovu Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3200 Postal Address: P.O. Box 3572, Pietermaritzburg, 3201 Tel: +27 (0)33 394 0310 E-mail: admin@capitolcaterers.co.za Website: www.capitolcaterers.co.zaMERRILL KING, joint MD of Capitol Caterers, has had a 36-year career in the food industry. King, when having to decide on a career path, followed in her brother's footsteps who was working in the hospitality industry, and was lured by the 'romance' of working in the kitchen. She qualified as a chef through the trainee programme at the Royal Hotel in Durban. This culinary background has served her well, providing King with a thorough knowledge of food preparation and service. She has served as Group Executive Chef for a period of ten years at Capitol Caterers. However, together with joint MD Russell Nzimande, King now focuses on the business side of managing Capitol Caterers' daily operations. Headquartered in Pietermaritzburg, Capitol Caterers was founded in 1993 by her husband Giles who in the current role as chairman, still plays an active role in the business. The company is currently entering its 26th year of service and caters for clients in KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, Western Cape, Free State, Gauteng as well as in Eswatini. King says that much of her time is spent travelling to the regional offices to ensure that these operations are well supported. In addition, she values the relationships that she has developed with her staff and she strives to understand their needs and ensure that they are happy. "We favour a collaborative style of leadership and obtain input from all divisions when decisions are to be made. Within the catering environment, all of our staff play important roles. While wages may motivate some staff members, supporting our staff so that they are happy means that all our clients are happy too," commented King. Capitol Caterers has over 100 clients in different sectors. These range from the education and health sectors, to the commercial and the retirement sectors. "The catering business is hard work. In order to meet these varied sector needs, a standardised approach or menu is not possible. We have to ensure that our menus are within our clients' vastly different needs and budgets." In addition, Capitol Caterers not only keeps up with food trends but ensures that all the food that is prepared in their kitchens is nutritious and fulfils a wide range of dietary needs while being beautifully presented. "We pride ourselves in continually striving for excellence and in ensuring that our food is interesting, local and relevant, but most importantly, being steadfastly mindful of our footprint on the environment by adhering to strict QMS and ISO practices."In order to ensure that the staff are skilled, Capitol Caterers has registered Midlands Hospitality Academy (MHA), which is accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and CATHSSETA. Staff empowerment has been promoted through the company's Workers Trust. In an empowerment deal initiated in 2003, the beneficiaries have grown to 570 and now boast a 49% share in Capitol Caterers. King commented that in addition to empowering staff, the company needed to continually make its presence known in the marketplace through active marketing campaigns. In order to obtain some life balance, King enjoys spending time in the gym, paddling or running to stay fit and 'to ensure a flow of endorphins'. She is a competitive canoeist who has won several age-category gold medals in the Dusi and Fish River Marathons as well as a silver medal with partner, Sonja Bohnsack, at the World Marathon Canoeing Championships in Pietermaritzburg in 2017. She hopes to complete her 16th Dusi in 2020. King has also competed in running events including two Comrades Marathons and five Two Oceans ultra-marathons. King was the first woman to hold the position of president of Canoeing South Africa, which she occupied from 2008-2010. She is a long-serving board member of the South African Confederation of Sport and Olympic Committee (SASCOC). Whenever possible, King enjoys relaxing with her husband, their three children and grandson. Full Name of Company: Itakane Trading 47 (Pty) Ltd T/A Capitol Caterers Nature of Business: Business Services Services / Products: Industrial catering, private event catering, full facilities management, accredited hospitality training programmes, kitchen management, design and consulting Date Established: July 1992 Subsidiaries: Midlands Hospitality Academy; Capitol Caterers Eswatini; Capitol Cuisine, Falini Food Services Customer Base: Education, healthcare, retirement, commercial sectors, private event catering No. of Employees: 1423 (as of 30 June 2021) B-BBEE Status: Level 1 KEY PERSONNEL Chairman: Giles King CEO: Merrill King Managing Directors: Russell Nzimande & Laura Morton Human Resources Director: Janet Mill Financial Director: Russell Tredway Procurement Manager: Belinda Richards Group Marketing and Sales Manager: Melanie Wester Group Executive Chef: Angelique Goosen CONTACT DETAILS Head Office Physical Address: 121 Jabu Ndlovu Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3200 Postal Address: P.O. Box 3572, Pietermaritzburg, 3201 Tel: +27 (0)33 394 0310 E-mail: admin@capitolcaterers.co.za Website: www.capitolcaterers.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: Itakane Trading 47 (Pty) Ltd T/A Capitol Caterers Nature of Business: Business Services Services / Products: Industrial catering, private event catering, full facilities management, accredited hospitality training programmes, kitchen management, design and consulting Date Established: July 1992 Subsidiaries: Midlands Hospitality Academy; Capitol Caterers Eswatini; Capitol Cuisine, Falini Food Services Customer Base: Education, healthcare, retirement, commercial sectors, private event catering No. of Employees: 1423 (as of 30 June 2021) B-BBEE Status: Level 1 KEY PERSONNEL Chairman: Giles King CEO: Merrill King Managing Directors: Russell Nzimande & Laura Morton Human Resources Director: Janet Mill Financial Director: Russell Tredway Procurement Manager: Belinda Richards Group Marketing and Sales Manager: Melanie Wester Group Executive Chef: Angelique Goosen CONTACT DETAILS Head Office Physical Address: 121 Jabu Ndlovu Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3200 Postal Address: P.O. Box 3572, Pietermaritzburg, 3201 Tel: +27 (0)33 394 0310 E-mail: admin@capitolcaterers.co.za Website: www.capitolcaterers.co.za Founded in July 1992, Capitol Caterers is now one of the leading industrial catering companies in South Africa. ‘Welcome to the Family’ is the company’s motto; a truism endorsed by staff and clients alike. Capitol Caterers services more than 100 customised catering contracts in the education, healthcare, commercial and retirement sectors within South Africa and Eswatini. The company specialises in providing high quality, nutritious and well-balanced meals to meet divergent dietary requirements, tastes and group sizes. CEO Merrill King heads up the operation, supported by joint managing directors, Russell Nzimande and Laura Morton. All bring a unique skill set to the company; King and Morton as award winning executive chefs, and Nzimande as an industry specialist in operations and contract catering. The Capitol Workers Trust Capitol Caterers currently employs in excess of 1400 personnel. Much of the company’s success can be attributed to a stable workforce evidenced by the large number of staff who have been with the company for over fifteen years. These trends stem from a strong empowerment ethic and a business philosophy deeply rooted in staff wellness. Founder, Giles King, with a vision of empowering loyal staff for their long service, instituted a significant change in 2002 by transferring 21% of the company’s ownership to the Capitol Workers Trust. This percentage has now ballooned to 49% and beneficiaries (after five years of service) all receive a proportionate imbursement from regular dividend declarations. Supply Chain A dedicated department manages all procurement for the group. Capitol Caterers supply chain agreements ensure best price practice, quality compliance, field to fork traceability and adherence to the company’s sustainability plan. A strength is in the company’s flexibility to source products from smaller and entrepreneurial suppliers to service the specific needs of their contracts. Quality Management Systems All contracts adhere to QMS (Quality Management Systems) together with a customised in-house quality control system, CHESS (Capitol Health, Environment & Safety Standards). Operations are governed by the Occupational Health & Safety Act, ISO 9001 and HACCP standards. A dedicated OHS officer conducts regular internal audits and ensures training on food safety, hygiene and industrial kitchen standards. Dietetics The Dietetics Department offers nutritional support and contributes to the wellness needs of the company’s clients. Their functions include menu analysis, menu design, education on special diets and allergy considerations. The dieticians also prepare educational material and regularly conduct talks on the importance of healthy nutrition and balanced lifestyle practices. Midlands Hospitality Academy Capitol Caterers believes in upskilling their staff and to continuously develop their expertise. One of the tools to enable this goal has been the establishment of the Midlands Hospitality Academy (MHA), which is accredited by QCTO and CATHSSETA. Learnership opportunities are offered to both employed and unemployed external applicants, which are conducted in-house or through on-line training programmes. The academy has partnered with various training providers who educate the students in the latest trends in the hospitality environment. Capitol Caterers support the development and employment of disabled individuals. Four employees are currently participating in a registered learnership with ICAN (PMI Group). Additionally, a partnership with the Department of Social Development and Mental Health has, over the past year, enabled a further four people living with disabilities to be integrated into the workforce. Environment Capitol Caterers is committed to reducing its carbon footprint and imposes their environmental policy and strict recycling regimes at all client sites. Endorsing the company’s job creation philosophy, it has various contracts with entrepreneurial entities for the removal of waste to approved recycling facilities. INDUSTRY SECTORS Education: As a market leader in the education sector, the company strives to create a home away from home experience by providing nutritious, balanced, and tasty food. Providing a creative flair with functions, innovative meal plans and on-going student education on the nutritional value of the food served provides a comforting assurance to both parents and clients. Healthcare: The company holds a solid footprint in the public and private healthcare sector. Capitol Caterers understands that nutrition is a vital part of patient care and their rehabilitation. Commercial: Cost effective catering solutions for canteens are provided within the corporate and industrial sectors. The emphasis is on employee wellness and in providing healthy and hearty meals served within the defined time frames and operating requirements of each organisation. Retirement: The residents at retirement facilities look forward to the serving of balanced meals, personalised dietary considerations, fantastic functions, and excellent service from compassionate staff. ADDED VALUE SERVICE OFFERINGS Private Event Catering: Capitol Cuisine provides niche catering for corporate functions, sporting events, weddings, and high-end private occasions. Full Facilities Management: Included in the Capitol Caterers umbrella is a cleaning and laundry services division, a welcome service offering to its diverse client base. More About the CEO Merrill King Meet the CEO

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