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The Hirsch’s started off small, building a strong base of customers over the years, first with repairs and second-hand repaired appliances and then as a fully-fledged appliance retailerHirsch'sThe Hirsch’s started off small, building a strong base of customers over the years, first with repairs and second-hand repaired appliances and then as a fully-fledged appliance retailerAllan and Margaret Hirsch started their family run appliance business in a tiny showroom in Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Durban in 1979. Today Hirsch’s has grown into a chain of mega appliance and home furnishing stores in KwaZulu-Natal, the Cape and Gauteng. Their strength, they believe, is in their well- trained staff and customer service. The Hirsch’s started off small, building a strong base of customers over the years, first with repairs and second-hand repaired appliances and then as a fully-fledged appliance retailer. Hirsch’s is very much a family run business with all four members of the Hirsch family involved in the day-to-day operations. As a family, the Hirsch’s form a formidable force supported by their management team who have a strong commitment to the same goals. They are backed by 850 permanent employees who are as dedicated to the company as the Hirsch’s and their management team are. A Solid Reputation Over the years the company has continued to build a solid reputation by being associated with big brands, giving great service and carrying a wide range of products for the home. In KZN in 2000, they started their Home Store concept, where almost everything for the home can be purchased under one roof. This proved to be a great success and two years later, in 2002, they took the concept to Gauteng. In April 2012 they opened their first branch in Cape Town (Milnerton). They also have a strong online presence with customers from around South Africa shopping from Hirsch’s online site. Over the past 43 years their entrepreneurial spirit has helped drive the growth of the business. In 1983 Allan bought a couple of microwaves believing that this was one of the new must have products. He was disappointed to still have microwaves in stock at the end of the month. The Hirsch’s decided to have an evening cooking demonstration and sold 11 microwaves on the first evening. However, once people bought the microwaves, they didn’t know how to use them, so Margaret started a microwave cookery school. Margaret said, “I always say to people, “If you knew that you were going to succeed, would you try it?” and they always say ‘Yes’. Don’t let anything hold you back from trying new things in your life.” Despite the downturn in the economy in the last two years, Hirsch’s have still managed to open three new branches around the country. They opened the first SMEG Concept store in Africa in the Cape in 2021. They also opened a new Samsung Concept store in the Cape in 2021 and a brand new state-of-the-art flagship Hirsch’s store in Waterfall in the Midrand opened its doors for the first time in 2022. Charities and Sponsorships The Hirsch family does not take anything for granted and are regularly involved in various charities and sponsorships. Their giving nature ensures that they are always willing to help those in need. Allan, for instance, is a patron of the Phoenix Child Welfare society and Richard is a patron of the Claire-Ellis School. Margaret is involved with the School for the Blind in Gauteng. Since 2012, she has been instrumental in helping to get the Girls with Dignity project off the ground and has personally purchased thousands of panty packs to hand out to girls in underprivileged areas so they can attend school full time. She also gives inspirational talks to all the students. Being passionate about women’s empowerment and entrepreneurship, Margaret started business women’s and entrepreneurial networking events around the country. These were held instore until the pandemic and are now held virtually. She is also always involved in regular cooking events in store – highlighting different products and putting the spotlight on guest chefs she cooks with. Technology and Marketing Commenting on Hirsch’s marketing strategy, and how online advertising has become an important feature, Allan says “Technology has become almost unrecognisable over the years. We have reached this amazing communicative age where things happen instantly. A lot more people are shopping online and having goods delivered to them the next day.” Sustainability and Environment Allan is passionate about the environment and energy efficiency. “Many years ago, I realised how important energy efficiency was in South Africa. It made me very aware of how appliances can be used effectively and how certain appliances use less water and less electricity and are quieter than others. It is something we have been driving and we try to encourage the consumer to buy energy efficient products. I believe as an appliance retail store we really can influence decisions and at the same time make a difference. We believe it starts at the socket. If things that are not being used are unplugged it makes a difference,” he says.Full Name of Company: Hirsch’s Industry Sector: Trade - Retail Services / Products: Merchandise Date Established: 1979 No. of Employees: 850 Auditors: Keller Williams Bankers: Standard Bank KEY PERSONNEL Chairman: Allan Hirsch Executive Director: Margaret Hirsch CEO: Richard Hirsch Brand Manager: Luci Hirsch Jackson Managing Director: Paul Brown Financial Director: Scott Power Merchandise Director: Kumaren Moodley Admin Director: Paul Lockwood Operations and Sales Director: Norman Brassell CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 1211 Umgeni Road, Durban Tel: +27 (0)31 582 4401 E-mail: paulb@hirschs.co.za Website: www.hirschs.co.zaALLAN HIRSCH is an outstanding example of someone who came from humble beginnings and had to overcome personal challenges to become successful. He illustrates that "where you begin does not determine where you can go." Allan left school in standard seven due to dyslexia and trained as an electrical appliances' mechanic. Afterwards, he started working for a company, where he and the owner had different views on business. The owner wanted to keep increasing margins, while Allan wanted reasonable rates and to provide great service to keep customers' happy. His employer's suggestion that Allan should go on his own was both exciting and daunting for him. Being newly married, having bought his first property, and the birth of his first child, delayed his decision, but he eventually opened an electrical appliance repair store in Durban North in 1979. He recalls being "absolutely flat broke" the day Hirsch's Electrical Repairs opened, having spent all his money on rent, the electricity deposit, and marketing. He says it was enormously symbolic being able to buy a loaf of bread costing 11 cents on his way home. Initially, Allan only repaired goods, but his reputation and knowledge led to him to becoming a formal dealer as well. He recalls working long hours when others took weekends off. With the help of his wife and partner, and the use of innovative marketing, and a big demand was created for Hirsh's products. More branches were opened, initially in KZN, and later Hirsch's became a national brand and the biggest privately-owned appliance dealer in southern Africa. Allan says hard work with a goal in mind was necessary. Retail requires listening to customers and keeping them happy; he believes his success is due to serving others. He says, "I realised my purpose in life is to serve." His leadership style is quite simple. "People are human, grow them, teach them skills, and more than just selling or servicing, teach them how the business works." Seeing staff grow, improve their circumstances and being happy with their lives inspires him. "We like to keep people part of us, but if they leave, they take their skills elsewhere and we wish them well." He gets serious when stating, "Honesty, integrity, and loyalty are required; these principles can't be compromised and are not negotiable. We are totally transparent about the business with our staff." He believes that "having a why" is important for staying passionate and for being a good leader. The book "Start with Why" by Simon Sinek, describes this view and helped him define the 'why' for Hirsch's. Selecting quality products and suppliers is important for him. His view is: "Look after your suppliers and they will look after you". Trust must be earned and Allan still tries to enhance the good reputation Hirsch's has built over 40 years. "Winners always keep going. You need to keep your vision and keep on working hard when things go wrong." He acknowledges that being accessible differentiates him. His door is always open to customers and his contact details are freely available. He answers calls personally, and if necessary, apologises and sorts a customer's problem. He maintains that "who is right is less important than the customer being happy." Allan has received wide recognition for his contribution to business. Winning the Marketing Management Institute's "Marketer of the Year Award" in 1994 stands out for him. Allan and his wife Margaret have been married for 47 years. They have two children, Richard and Luci, both of whom are part of the business, and he is the proud grandfather of five boys. Mention should be made that Allan keenly follows sport, especially cricket. Since he has a "why", Allan says, he is ready to serve for another 40 years, or however long he may have. Full Name of Company: Hirsch’s Industry Sector: Trade - Retail Services / Products: Merchandise Date Established: 1979 No. of Employees: 850 Auditors: Keller Williams Bankers: Standard Bank KEY PERSONNEL Chairman: Allan Hirsch Executive Director: Margaret Hirsch CEO: Richard Hirsch Brand Manager: Luci Hirsch Jackson Managing Director: Paul Brown Financial Director: Scott Power Merchandise Director: Kumaren Moodley Admin Director: Paul Lockwood Operations and Sales Director: Norman Brassell CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 1211 Umgeni Road, Durban Tel: +27 (0)31 582 4401 E-mail: paulb@hirschs.co.za Website: www.hirschs.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: Hirsch’s Industry Sector: Trade - Retail Services / Products: Merchandise Date Established: 1979 No. of Employees: 850 Auditors: Keller Williams Bankers: Standard Bank KEY PERSONNEL Chairman: Allan Hirsch Executive Director: Margaret Hirsch CEO: Richard Hirsch Brand Manager: Luci Hirsch Jackson Managing Director: Paul Brown Financial Director: Scott Power Merchandise Director: Kumaren Moodley Admin Director: Paul Lockwood Operations and Sales Director: Norman Brassell CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 1211 Umgeni Road, Durban Tel: +27 (0)31 582 4401 E-mail: paulb@hirschs.co.za Website: www.hirschs.co.za Allan and Margaret Hirsch started their family run appliance business in a tiny showroom in Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Durban in 1979. Today Hirsch’s has grown into a chain of mega appliance and home furnishing stores in KwaZulu-Natal, the Cape and Gauteng. Their strength, they believe, is in their well- trained staff and customer service. The Hirsch’s started off small, building a strong base of customers over the years, first with repairs and second-hand repaired appliances and then as a fully-fledged appliance retailer. Hirsch’s is very much a family run business with all four members of the Hirsch family involved in the day-to-day operations. As a family, the Hirsch’s form a formidable force supported by their management team who have a strong commitment to the same goals. They are backed by 850 permanent employees who are as dedicated to the company as the Hirsch’s and their management team are. A Solid Reputation Over the years the company has continued to build a solid reputation by being associated with big brands, giving great service and carrying a wide range of products for the home. In KZN in 2000, they started their Home Store concept, where almost everything for the home can be purchased under one roof. This proved to be a great success and two years later, in 2002, they took the concept to Gauteng. In April 2012 they opened their first branch in Cape Town (Milnerton). They also have a strong online presence with customers from around South Africa shopping from Hirsch’s online site. Over the past 43 years their entrepreneurial spirit has helped drive the growth of the business. In 1983 Allan bought a couple of microwaves believing that this was one of the new must have products. He was disappointed to still have microwaves in stock at the end of the month. The Hirsch’s decided to have an evening cooking demonstration and sold 11 microwaves on the first evening. However, once people bought the microwaves, they didn’t know how to use them, so Margaret started a microwave cookery school. Margaret said, “I always say to people, “If you knew that you were going to succeed, would you try it?” and they always say ‘Yes’. Don’t let anything hold you back from trying new things in your life.” Despite the downturn in the economy in the last two years, Hirsch’s have still managed to open three new branches around the country. They opened the first SMEG Concept store in Africa in the Cape in 2021. They also opened a new Samsung Concept store in the Cape in 2021 and a brand new state-of-the-art flagship Hirsch’s store in Waterfall in the Midrand opened its doors for the first time in 2022. Charities and Sponsorships The Hirsch family does not take anything for granted and are regularly involved in various charities and sponsorships. Their giving nature ensures that they are always willing to help those in need. Allan, for instance, is a patron of the Phoenix Child Welfare society and Richard is a patron of the Claire-Ellis School. Margaret is involved with the School for the Blind in Gauteng. Since 2012, she has been instrumental in helping to get the Girls with Dignity project off the ground and has personally purchased thousands of panty packs to hand out to girls in underprivileged areas so they can attend school full time. She also gives inspirational talks to all the students. Being passionate about women’s empowerment and entrepreneurship, Margaret started business women’s and entrepreneurial networking events around the country. These were held instore until the pandemic and are now held virtually. She is also always involved in regular cooking events in store – highlighting different products and putting the spotlight on guest chefs she cooks with. Technology and Marketing Commenting on Hirsch’s marketing strategy, and how online advertising has become an important feature, Allan says “Technology has become almost unrecognisable over the years. We have reached this amazing communicative age where things happen instantly. A lot more people are shopping online and having goods delivered to them the next day.” Sustainability and Environment Allan is passionate about the environment and energy efficiency. “Many years ago, I realised how important energy efficiency was in South Africa. It made me very aware of how appliances can be used effectively and how certain appliances use less water and less electricity and are quieter than others. It is something we have been driving and we try to encourage the consumer to buy energy efficient products. I believe as an appliance retail store we really can influence decisions and at the same time make a difference. We believe it starts at the socket. If things that are not being used are unplugged it makes a difference,” he says. More About the CEO Richard Hirsch, Margaret Hirsch, Allan Hirsch and Luci Hirsch Meet the CEO

The Cato Ridge Logistics and Intermodal Hub, now more aptly referred to as the Cato Ridge Dry Port (CRDP), has been the topic of discussion in the transportation and logistics corridors for many yearsCato Ridge Dry Port The Cato Ridge Logistics and Intermodal Hub, now more aptly referred to as the Cato Ridge Dry Port (CRDP), has been the topic of discussion in the transportation and logistics corridors for many yearsThe Cato Ridge Logistics and Intermodal Hub, now more aptly referred to as the Cato Ridge Dry Port (CRDP), has been the topic of discussion in the transportation and logistics corridors for many years. Some of the views expressed by those who call themselves industry specialists are that Cato Ridge is an ideal location as an intermodal, or even a multimodal transportation facility. Advantageous Location The location on a strategic intersection of the Natcor railway line, the N3 freeway and the soon to be decommissioned Durban Johannesburg Pipeline (DJP) and positioned between the busiest port and the primary economic node on the African continent, certainly supports this view. There have also been many prophets of doom, claiming this location to be either too far or too close to the Port of Durban to make economic, or logistical sense, predicting that a dry port in Cato Ridge will never see the light of day. However, for those who use the truck congested N3 freeway, for those who work, live or play in the vicinity of the ‘back of port’ area, for those who sit, work and even live in their trucks for days on end, waiting to either collect or drop off cargo in the port, or those logistics operators and traders who have to cope with increasing costs and decreasing predictability and reliability, there is stark realisation that the status quo is not sustainable. Understanding that the Port of Durban has very limited scope for expansion, especially for back of port activities and onsite freight handling, that the over reliance on road freight and a skewed road to rail ratio is further stifling or smothering the port and that if we are already struggling to cope with existing freight volumes, how are we ever going to cope with doubled volumes in the not too distant future, then one has come to understand the logic of the Cato Ridge Dry Port. The area of Cato Ridge with its surrounding, predominantly rural and impoverished AmaXimba Community, located roughly midway between Durban and Pietermaritzburg, presents a series of unique social, economic, environmental and spatial challenges and opportunities. Merging the social needs surrounding this area, with the vast economic potential, stimulated by transportation, logistics and manufacturing sectors and executed in an environmentally sustainable manner, presents an opportunity too good to be ignored by both government and business interests. Developing the Dream It is against this background that the Cato Ridge Logistics Hub Consortium (CRLHC) as the project owners and developers, acting on behalf of and representing the AmaXimba Community in this development, has conceptualised, planned, packaged and is now in the process of developing and even operationalising this dream. Those who described this as “a pipe dream”, are now waking up to a reality where the Dry Port is ready to start operations and where: • A business structuring model, with clear community ownership and involvement, has been concluded between CRLHC and the AmaXimba Development Trust (ADT) • Optimal coordination, alignment and integration is facilitated, and regulatory applications are processed, with the support of a Project Facilitation Team, co-convened by Trade and Investment KwaZulu-Natal (TIKZN) and the eThekwini Municipality Chief of Operations Officer • A land purchasing framework has been developed to secure phased access to short, medium, and longer term development phases of the project • A heads of agreement between CRLHC and Transnet, which outlines the respective roles and responsibilities and various operational modalities in respect of rail and terminal facilities, is in the final phases of conclusion and is ready for signing • A heads of agreement between CRLHC and Engen has been concluded in respect of the development of a truck stop and staging facility • The conceptual design for the new KwaXimba N3 Interchange has been concluded and environmental impact assessment for this strategic intermodal infrastructure component is soon to be completed • A bulk services agreement between CRLHC and the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality is being negotiated and is facilitated by the eThekwini Chief of Operations Office; and last but definitely not least • A transformation strategy has been developed in full collaboration and in partnership with the AmaXimba Development Trust, representing the community and recognising their ownership in the project, to guide the implementation of community development and empowerment programmes and projects. Project Composition The Cato Ridge Dry Port is a R18 billion project to be rolled out over the next 25 to 30 years and is comprised of: • An interim rail terminal to handle approximately 90K TEUs per annum, to be expanded to a fully-fledged dry port intermodal facility with capacity to handle 500K TEUs. This will be supported by SARS customs services to manage freight clearance and bonded warehousing facilities • A truck stop and staging facility to accommodate 300 parking bays with all ancillary support structures for drivers, as well as vehicle maintenance and testing • Logistics parks to accommodate warehousing, freight handling logistics and freight preparation facilities • An industrial park to accommodate manufacturing opportunities presented by its close proximity to the Dry Port and Logistics land uses; and in the longer term • A tank farm as a strategic fuel storage facility. It is important to conclude by emphasising that the CRLHC is implementing this project as an agent of the community and the community is not merely regarded as an incidental beneficiary of the development. The community owns this development in partnership with its development agent, the CRLHC.Full Name of Company: Cato Ridge Logistics Hub Consortium Nature of Business: Subsidiary of Inkanyezi YeZulu Investment (Pty) Ltd, a Black-owned and managed entity Services/Products: Established to spearhead the development of the Cato Ridge Dry Port. Date Established: 2005 KEY PERSONNEL Chairman: Sibusiso Mazibuko CEO: Warwick Lord Head of Marketing: Bheki Mathe CONTACT DETAILS Head Office Physical address: 3 School Road, Cato Ridge,3680 Tel: +27(0)31 782 0053/12 E-mail: info@crlhc.co.za Website: www.crlhc.co.za Full Name of Company: Cato Ridge Logistics Hub Consortium Nature of Business: Subsidiary of Inkanyezi YeZulu Investment (Pty) Ltd, a Black-owned and managed entity Services/Products: Established to spearhead the development of the Cato Ridge Dry Port. Date Established: 2005 KEY PERSONNEL Chairman: Sibusiso Mazibuko CEO: Warwick Lord Head of Marketing: Bheki Mathe CONTACT DETAILS Head Office Physical address: 3 School Road, Cato Ridge,3680 Tel: +27(0)31 782 0053/12 E-mail: info@crlhc.co.za Website: www.crlhc.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: Cato Ridge Logistics Hub Consortium Nature of Business: Subsidiary of Inkanyezi YeZulu Investment (Pty) Ltd, a Black-owned and managed entity Services/Products: Established to spearhead the development of the Cato Ridge Dry Port. Date Established: 2005 KEY PERSONNEL Chairman: Sibusiso Mazibuko CEO: Warwick Lord Head of Marketing: Bheki Mathe CONTACT DETAILS Head Office Physical address: 3 School Road, Cato Ridge,3680 Tel: +27(0)31 782 0053/12 E-mail: info@crlhc.co.za Website: www.crlhc.co.za The Cato Ridge Logistics and Intermodal Hub, now more aptly referred to as the Cato Ridge Dry Port (CRDP), has been the topic of discussion in the transportation and logistics corridors for many years. Some of the views expressed by those who call themselves industry specialists are that Cato Ridge is an ideal location as an intermodal, or even a multimodal transportation facility. Advantageous Location The location on a strategic intersection of the Natcor railway line, the N3 freeway and the soon to be decommissioned Durban Johannesburg Pipeline (DJP) and positioned between the busiest port and the primary economic node on the African continent, certainly supports this view. There have also been many prophets of doom, claiming this location to be either too far or too close to the Port of Durban to make economic, or logistical sense, predicting that a dry port in Cato Ridge will never see the light of day. However, for those who use the truck congested N3 freeway, for those who work, live or play in the vicinity of the ‘back of port’ area, for those who sit, work and even live in their trucks for days on end, waiting to either collect or drop off cargo in the port, or those logistics operators and traders who have to cope with increasing costs and decreasing predictability and reliability, there is stark realisation that the status quo is not sustainable. Understanding that the Port of Durban has very limited scope for expansion, especially for back of port activities and onsite freight handling, that the over reliance on road freight and a skewed road to rail ratio is further stifling or smothering the port and that if we are already struggling to cope with existing freight volumes, how are we ever going to cope with doubled volumes in the not too distant future, then one has come to understand the logic of the Cato Ridge Dry Port. The area of Cato Ridge with its surrounding, predominantly rural and impoverished AmaXimba Community, located roughly midway between Durban and Pietermaritzburg, presents a series of unique social, economic, environmental and spatial challenges and opportunities. Merging the social needs surrounding this area, with the vast economic potential, stimulated by transportation, logistics and manufacturing sectors and executed in an environmentally sustainable manner, presents an opportunity too good to be ignored by both government and business interests. Developing the Dream It is against this background that the Cato Ridge Logistics Hub Consortium (CRLHC) as the project owners and developers, acting on behalf of and representing the AmaXimba Community in this development, has conceptualised, planned, packaged and is now in the process of developing and even operationalising this dream. Those who described this as “a pipe dream”, are now waking up to a reality where the Dry Port is ready to start operations and where: • A business structuring model, with clear community ownership and involvement, has been concluded between CRLHC and the AmaXimba Development Trust (ADT) • Optimal coordination, alignment and integration is facilitated, and regulatory applications are processed, with the support of a Project Facilitation Team, co-convened by Trade and Investment KwaZulu-Natal (TIKZN) and the eThekwini Municipality Chief of Operations Officer • A land purchasing framework has been developed to secure phased access to short, medium, and longer term development phases of the project • A heads of agreement between CRLHC and Transnet, which outlines the respective roles and responsibilities and various operational modalities in respect of rail and terminal facilities, is in the final phases of conclusion and is ready for signing • A heads of agreement between CRLHC and Engen has been concluded in respect of the development of a truck stop and staging facility • The conceptual design for the new KwaXimba N3 Interchange has been concluded and environmental impact assessment for this strategic intermodal infrastructure component is soon to be completed • A bulk services agreement between CRLHC and the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality is being negotiated and is facilitated by the eThekwini Chief of Operations Office; and last but definitely not least • A transformation strategy has been developed in full collaboration and in partnership with the AmaXimba Development Trust, representing the community and recognising their ownership in the project, to guide the implementation of community development and empowerment programmes and projects. Project Composition The Cato Ridge Dry Port is a R18 billion project to be rolled out over the next 25 to 30 years and is comprised of: • An interim rail terminal to handle approximately 90K TEUs per annum, to be expanded to a fully-fledged dry port intermodal facility with capacity to handle 500K TEUs. This will be supported by SARS customs services to manage freight clearance and bonded warehousing facilities • A truck stop and staging facility to accommodate 300 parking bays with all ancillary support structures for drivers, as well as vehicle maintenance and testing • Logistics parks to accommodate warehousing, freight handling logistics and freight preparation facilities • An industrial park to accommodate manufacturing opportunities presented by its close proximity to the Dry Port and Logistics land uses; and in the longer term • A tank farm as a strategic fuel storage facility. It is important to conclude by emphasising that the CRLHC is implementing this project as an agent of the community and the community is not merely regarded as an incidental beneficiary of the development. The community owns this development in partnership with its development agent, the CRLHC. More About the CEO Sibusiso Mazibuko and Warwick Lord Meet the CEO

SearchWorks is one of the largest data aggregators in South Africa. An online platform that allows users to conduct live, accurate searches on individuals and companiesSearchWorksSearchWorks is one of the largest data aggregators in South Africa. An online platform that allows users to conduct live, accurate searches on individuals and companiesSearchWorks is one of the largest data aggregators in South Africa. An online platform that allows users to conduct live, accurate searches on individuals and companies, and in-depth Know Your Client (KYC) checks online. SearchWorks boasts over 15 years of experience in the data industry, where the company has emerged as a clear leader in the sector. Developed using the latest web technology, SearchWorks delivers results to clients in a matter of seconds. With no contractual obligation or monthly surprises, a pay-per-click model is in place for all users, as well as free registration on sign-up, ensuring that customers are not tied into unnecessary agreements. Using years of feedback and support queries along with the latest UI Standards, the SearchWorks team has meticulously crafted a web interface that is easy to use, and most importantly, provides users with clean and up-to-date data. Sourced through over twenty suppliers, SearchWorks prides itself on choosing only the best and most reliable sources when it comes to data partnerships. Identity verification SearchWorks makes the process of identity verification less laborious, faster, and more efficient giving companies in the process of onboarding new clients, instant access to verified identities, updated contact details and account verifications, all within the confines of the law. 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Cloud Technology SearchWorks offers property related searches, credit related searches, individual validation checks such as qualification checks and criminal checks, and also has access to company information and vehicle information, all of which supply and support a wide range of users, across various industries including: accountants, auditors, attorneys, auctioneers, bond originators, bureaus, car dealerships, credit providers, debt collectors, estate agents, financial institutions, government, insurance companies, municipalities, property development, schools and tracing agents, among others. This is made possible through our cloud technology, greatly increasing the reliability and uptime of our application and reducing unnecessary interruptions. The SearchWorks management team collectively brings 75 years of combined experience to the table. This long-standing team understands everything there is to know about the data industry – it’s what makes the team tick. Together, this formidable team, paired with their passion and belief in their business is what makes SearchWorks the success that it is today.Full Name of Company: SearchWorks 360 (Pty) Ltd Nature of Business: IT Software Company Services / Products: Access to but not limited to, CIPC, Deeds Office & Credit Bureau, Data via our online application Searchworks.co.za Date Established: 2006 Customer Base: Financial Institutions, Accountants, Insurance, Attorney Firms, Estate Agents & Other No. of Employees: 26 B-BBEE Status: Level 4 VISION Through honest, hard work and commitment, we strive to ensure the best quality data is delivered to all clients through our SearchWorks application. MISSION To provide high quality, up to date, trustworthy, data to clients. KEY PERSONNEL Managing Director: Sameer Kumandan IT Executive: John Frier Senior Business Analyst: Shaun Viljoen National Sales Manager: Chantelle Frier CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 2 Waterford Mews, Century City, Cape Town, 7441 Tel: 086 034 0000 E-mail: info@searchworks.co.za Website: www.searchworks.co.zaFull Name of Company: SearchWorks 360 (Pty) Ltd Nature of Business: IT Software Company Services / Products: Access to but not limited to, CIPC, Deeds Office & Credit Bureau, Data via our online application Searchworks.co.za Date Established: 2006 Customer Base: Financial Institutions, Accountants, Insurance, Attorney Firms, Estate Agents & Other No. of Employees: 26 B-BBEE Status: Level 4 VISION Through honest, hard work and commitment, we strive to ensure the best quality data is delivered to all clients through our SearchWorks application. MISSION To provide high quality, up to date, trustworthy, data to clients. KEY PERSONNEL Managing Director: Sameer Kumandan IT Executive: John Frier Senior Business Analyst: Shaun Viljoen National Sales Manager: Chantelle Frier CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 2 Waterford Mews, Century City, Cape Town, 7441 Tel: 086 034 0000 E-mail: info@searchworks.co.za Website: www.searchworks.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: SearchWorks 360 (Pty) Ltd Nature of Business: IT Software Company Services / Products: Access to but not limited to, CIPC, Deeds Office & Credit Bureau, Data via our online application Searchworks.co.za Date Established: 2006 Customer Base: Financial Institutions, Accountants, Insurance, Attorney Firms, Estate Agents & Other No. of Employees: 26 B-BBEE Status: Level 4 VISION Through honest, hard work and commitment, we strive to ensure the best quality data is delivered to all clients through our SearchWorks application. MISSION To provide high quality, up to date, trustworthy, data to clients. KEY PERSONNEL Managing Director: Sameer Kumandan IT Executive: John Frier Senior Business Analyst: Shaun Viljoen National Sales Manager: Chantelle Frier CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 2 Waterford Mews, Century City, Cape Town, 7441 Tel: 086 034 0000 E-mail: info@searchworks.co.za Website: www.searchworks.co.za SearchWorks is one of the largest data aggregators in South Africa. An online platform that allows users to conduct live, accurate searches on individuals and companies, and in-depth Know Your Client (KYC) checks online. SearchWorks boasts over 15 years of experience in the data industry, where the company has emerged as a clear leader in the sector. Developed using the latest web technology, SearchWorks delivers results to clients in a matter of seconds. With no contractual obligation or monthly surprises, a pay-per-click model is in place for all users, as well as free registration on sign-up, ensuring that customers are not tied into unnecessary agreements. Using years of feedback and support queries along with the latest UI Standards, the SearchWorks team has meticulously crafted a web interface that is easy to use, and most importantly, provides users with clean and up-to-date data. Sourced through over twenty suppliers, SearchWorks prides itself on choosing only the best and most reliable sources when it comes to data partnerships. Identity verification SearchWorks makes the process of identity verification less laborious, faster, and more efficient giving companies in the process of onboarding new clients, instant access to verified identities, updated contact details and account verifications, all within the confines of the law. In addition, the platform allows the user to access all five credit bureaus in South Africa in one place, with the ability to confirm the identity of an individual, their address, financial status and more. SearchWorks then combines the findings, giving a view of an individual or company from various sources, in a single report. SearchWorks also offers business the ability to perform detailed Politically Exposed Person (PEP) and Sanctions checks when onboarding new customers, as well as during the ongoing review of clients, to ensure that its reputation, revenue and capital are well protected. Keeping the tainted funds of corrupt individuals and businesses out of the legitimate financial system is a vital outcome of effective KYC procedures. These checks help to lower the risk of your business being used as a vehicle for criminal activities. External Attack Nearly 70 percent of organisations globally report that their most serious fraud incidents come via external attack, in the form or hackers or organised crime syndicates, according to PwC’s latest survey. Not only can this type of fraud lead to huge financial loss, but also a ruined reputation, which can ultimately lead to the downfall of a business. Now more than ever organisations need to have systems in place to reduce the risk of falling victim to these financial crimes. Businesses have the power to fight fraud by ensuring consistent KYC procedures are in place during onboarding. With SearchWorks, this process can be done quickly and accurately, without disrupting customer journeys. Cloud Technology SearchWorks offers property related searches, credit related searches, individual validation checks such as qualification checks and criminal checks, and also has access to company information and vehicle information, all of which supply and support a wide range of users, across various industries including: accountants, auditors, attorneys, auctioneers, bond originators, bureaus, car dealerships, credit providers, debt collectors, estate agents, financial institutions, government, insurance companies, municipalities, property development, schools and tracing agents, among others. This is made possible through our cloud technology, greatly increasing the reliability and uptime of our application and reducing unnecessary interruptions. The SearchWorks management team collectively brings 75 years of combined experience to the table. This long-standing team understands everything there is to know about the data industry – it’s what makes the team tick. Together, this formidable team, paired with their passion and belief in their business is what makes SearchWorks the success that it is today. More About the CEO Sameer Kumandan Meet the CEO

Sappi, founded in 1936, is a leading global provider of powerful everyday materials made from woodfibre- based renewable resourcesSappi Southern Africa Sappi, founded in 1936, is a leading global provider of powerful everyday materials made from woodfibre- based renewable resourcesSappi Southern Africa Sappi, founded in 1936, is a leading global provider of powerful everyday materials made from woodfibre- based renewable resources. As a diversified, innovative and trusted leader focused on sustainable processes and products, we seek to support a more circular economy and to build a thriving world. With operations in four key regions: South Africa, Europe, North America and Asia, Sappi is powered by the expertise of more than 12,000 people. Our product offering in SA includes dissolving pulp, packaging and specialities, newsprint, office paper, tissue sawn timber and biomaterials. We generate shared value in the communities in which we operate, by investing in skills training, enterprise supplier development, youth mobilisation, early childhood development and many other initiatives aimed at boosting employment and growing the economy. Sappi in KZN Saiccor Mill, situated 50 km south of the port of Durban in Umkomaas, is the company’s biggest production facility for Sappi Dissolving Pulp (DP). Acquired by Sappi in 1989, this signalled Sappi’s first entry into the global DP market. The mill has the capacity to produce approximately 890,000 tons of elemental chlorine-free (ECF) DP per annum, mostly for the export market. Branded as ‘Verve’, a large percentage of the DP we produce at the mill is sold globally into the rayon – Viscose Staple Fibres (VSF) and Lycocell (solvent spun fibres) – markets for use in textiles. As global textile demand grows, driven by population growth, fashion and rising wealth in developing and emerging economies, the need to develop more climate- friendly solutions, derived from renewable materials that are not fossil-fuel based, drives the increasing market share for viscose and Lyocell. Fabrics made from cellulosic fibres differ from other feedstock fibres in that they are breathable, absorbent, recyclable and biodegradable. In addition, they provide a unique and appealing look, feel and drape. DP can also be processed into products that are used in food and beverages, health and hygiene, wrapping and packaging, pharmaceuticals and many more applications that touch our daily lives. Stanger Mill is unique in South Africa in that it uses bagasse (sugar cane waste) as its basic raw material in the manufacture of office paper and tissue wadding. The mill’s paper machine has a production capacity of 80,000 tons, while the tissue machine produces around 30,000 tons per annum. It also produces 60,000 tons of bleached bagasse pulp for its own consumption per annum. Stanger Mill is home to the well-known office paper brand, Typek. This copier paper is an ultra-white multi- purpose paper. It is also acid and lignin free, archive friendly and has been engineered for all types of office equipment. The virgin fibre component is FSC™-certified and is derived from sustainable tree plantations. Tissue wadding manufactured at the mill is made up of 60% bagasse. Sugar bagasse is a sustainable and renewable resource. The tissue wadding is sold to converters who use it for the creation of industrial and household tissue products. The mill has also expanded to use bagasse in combination with pulp to produce compostable thermomoulded food grade utensils like plates and bowls. The Tugela Mill is situated in the town of Mandeni near the Tugela River on the north coast of KwaZulu- Natal. The mill, which has been in operation since 1954, produces 155,000 tons per annum of neutral sulphite semi-chemical pulp (NSSC) for our own consumption and with a capacity of 200,000 tons per annum, produces a range of Ultraflute Plus and Ultraflex corrugating medium manufactured from recycled and virgin fibre. These products lead the way in packaging innovation in South Africa, offering high-performance container board, which allows customers to develop lightweight boxes. These boxes which retain their strength in cold storage conditions, make them suitable for the agricultural sector and they are used extensively in South Africa, particularly for the citrus export market. During 2012, the Tugela Mill joined Sappi Biotech as a source of lignosulphonate, producing 25,000 tons per annum of lignosulphonate in powder form and 35,000 tons per annum of liquid product. Used in the manufacture of ready-mix concrete, pelletising of animal feed, pet food and fertilisers, the production of ceramics and clay bricks as a binding agent and in road dust management and soil stabilisation applications, our lignosulphonate product is an exciting addition to the mill’s product range. We procure board and paper for recycling from an extensive network of agents across the country. From this source, the mill produces 60,000 tons of ReFibre for its own consumption per annum. Sappi Forests has access to 399,000 hectares of owned and leased sustainably managed forests in South Africa. All wood grown on Sappi-owned land and a large proportion grown on plantations managed by us is Forest Stewardship Council™ (FSC™)-certified. Sappi Southern Africa Forestry was also awarded the first ever Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) certification in South Africa. Approximately 136,000 hectares of our land is set aside and maintained by Sappi Forests to conserve the natural habitat and biodiversity found there, including indigenous forests and wetlands. Full Name of Company: Sappi Southern Africa Nature of Business Finance: Manufacturing and Forests Services / Products: Paper, packaging, dissolving pulp, biomaterials Date Established: 1936 Customer Base: Worldwide No. of Employees: 4,631 (SA) 12,495 (global) Industry Quality Standards: • ISO 14001, ISO 9001, OHSAS 18001 • Forest Stewardship Council™ (FSC™) • Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) B-BBEE Status: Level 1 MISSION Sappi exists to build a thriving world by unlocking the power of renewable resources to benefit people, communities, and the planet. VISION We will be a sustainable business with an exciting future in woodfibre that provides relevant solutions, delivers enhanced value, and is a trusted partner to all our stakeholders. KEY PERSONNEL SA Operations CEO: Graeme Wild Group Head Strategic Projects: Alex Thiel CFO: Pramy Moodley Vice President Manufacturing: Beverley Sukhdeo Vice President Forests: Duane Roothman Chief Procurement Officer: Naresh Naidoo VP Business Development & Sustainability: Tyrone Hawkes Head Corporate Affairs: Mpho Lethoko CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 108 Oxford Road, Rosebank, Johannesburg, 2198 Tel: +27 (0)11 407 8111 Website: www.sappi.com BRANCHES Global Business Services, Glass House Office Park, 309 Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Umhlanga RocksFull Name of Company: Sappi Southern Africa Nature of Business Finance: Manufacturing and Forests Services / Products: Paper, packaging, dissolving pulp, biomaterials Date Established: 1936 Customer Base: Worldwide No. of Employees: 4,631 (SA) 12,495 (global) Industry Quality Standards: • ISO 14001, ISO 9001, OHSAS 18001 • Forest Stewardship Council™ (FSC™) • Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) B-BBEE Status: Level 1 MISSION Sappi exists to build a thriving world by unlocking the power of renewable resources to benefit people, communities, and the planet. VISION We will be a sustainable business with an exciting future in woodfibre that provides relevant solutions, delivers enhanced value, and is a trusted partner to all our stakeholders. KEY PERSONNEL SA Operations CEO: Graeme Wild Group Head Strategic Projects: Alex Thiel CFO: Pramy Moodley Vice President Manufacturing: Beverley Sukhdeo Vice President Forests: Duane Roothman Chief Procurement Officer: Naresh Naidoo VP Business Development & Sustainability: Tyrone Hawkes Head Corporate Affairs: Mpho Lethoko CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 108 Oxford Road, Rosebank, Johannesburg, 2198 Tel: +27 (0)11 407 8111 Website: www.sappi.com BRANCHES Global Business Services, Glass House Office Park, 309 Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Umhlanga Rocks 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: Sappi Southern Africa Nature of Business Finance: Manufacturing and Forests Services / Products: Paper, packaging, dissolving pulp, biomaterials Date Established: 1936 Customer Base: Worldwide No. of Employees: 4,631 (SA) 12,495 (global) Industry Quality Standards: • ISO 14001, ISO 9001, OHSAS 18001 • Forest Stewardship Council™ (FSC™) • Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) B-BBEE Status: Level 1 MISSION Sappi exists to build a thriving world by unlocking the power of renewable resources to benefit people, communities, and the planet. VISION We will be a sustainable business with an exciting future in woodfibre that provides relevant solutions, delivers enhanced value, and is a trusted partner to all our stakeholders. KEY PERSONNEL SA Operations CEO: Graeme Wild Group Head Strategic Projects: Alex Thiel CFO: Pramy Moodley Vice President Manufacturing: Beverley Sukhdeo Vice President Forests: Duane Roothman Chief Procurement Officer: Naresh Naidoo VP Business Development & Sustainability: Tyrone Hawkes Head Corporate Affairs: Mpho Lethoko CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 108 Oxford Road, Rosebank, Johannesburg, 2198 Tel: +27 (0)11 407 8111 Website: www.sappi.com BRANCHES Global Business Services, Glass House Office Park, 309 Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Umhlanga Rocks Sappi Southern Africa Sappi, founded in 1936, is a leading global provider of powerful everyday materials made from woodfibre- based renewable resources. As a diversified, innovative and trusted leader focused on sustainable processes and products, we seek to support a more circular economy and to build a thriving world. With operations in four key regions: South Africa, Europe, North America and Asia, Sappi is powered by the expertise of more than 12,000 people. Our product offering in SA includes dissolving pulp, packaging and specialities, newsprint, office paper, tissue sawn timber and biomaterials. We generate shared value in the communities in which we operate, by investing in skills training, enterprise supplier development, youth mobilisation, early childhood development and many other initiatives aimed at boosting employment and growing the economy. Sappi in KZN Saiccor Mill, situated 50 km south of the port of Durban in Umkomaas, is the company’s biggest production facility for Sappi Dissolving Pulp (DP). Acquired by Sappi in 1989, this signalled Sappi’s first entry into the global DP market. The mill has the capacity to produce approximately 890,000 tons of elemental chlorine-free (ECF) DP per annum, mostly for the export market. Branded as ‘Verve’, a large percentage of the DP we produce at the mill is sold globally into the rayon – Viscose Staple Fibres (VSF) and Lycocell (solvent spun fibres) – markets for use in textiles. As global textile demand grows, driven by population growth, fashion and rising wealth in developing and emerging economies, the need to develop more climate- friendly solutions, derived from renewable materials that are not fossil-fuel based, drives the increasing market share for viscose and Lyocell. Fabrics made from cellulosic fibres differ from other feedstock fibres in that they are breathable, absorbent, recyclable and biodegradable. In addition, they provide a unique and appealing look, feel and drape. DP can also be processed into products that are used in food and beverages, health and hygiene, wrapping and packaging, pharmaceuticals and many more applications that touch our daily lives. Stanger Mill is unique in South Africa in that it uses bagasse (sugar cane waste) as its basic raw material in the manufacture of office paper and tissue wadding. The mill’s paper machine has a production capacity of 80,000 tons, while the tissue machine produces around 30,000 tons per annum. It also produces 60,000 tons of bleached bagasse pulp for its own consumption per annum. Stanger Mill is home to the well-known office paper brand, Typek. This copier paper is an ultra-white multi- purpose paper. It is also acid and lignin free, archive friendly and has been engineered for all types of office equipment. The virgin fibre component is FSC™-certified and is derived from sustainable tree plantations. Tissue wadding manufactured at the mill is made up of 60% bagasse. Sugar bagasse is a sustainable and renewable resource. The tissue wadding is sold to converters who use it for the creation of industrial and household tissue products. The mill has also expanded to use bagasse in combination with pulp to produce compostable thermomoulded food grade utensils like plates and bowls. The Tugela Mill is situated in the town of Mandeni near the Tugela River on the north coast of KwaZulu- Natal. The mill, which has been in operation since 1954, produces 155,000 tons per annum of neutral sulphite semi-chemical pulp (NSSC) for our own consumption and with a capacity of 200,000 tons per annum, produces a range of Ultraflute Plus and Ultraflex corrugating medium manufactured from recycled and virgin fibre. These products lead the way in packaging innovation in South Africa, offering high-performance container board, which allows customers to develop lightweight boxes. These boxes which retain their strength in cold storage conditions, make them suitable for the agricultural sector and they are used extensively in South Africa, particularly for the citrus export market. During 2012, the Tugela Mill joined Sappi Biotech as a source of lignosulphonate, producing 25,000 tons per annum of lignosulphonate in powder form and 35,000 tons per annum of liquid product. Used in the manufacture of ready-mix concrete, pelletising of animal feed, pet food and fertilisers, the production of ceramics and clay bricks as a binding agent and in road dust management and soil stabilisation applications, our lignosulphonate product is an exciting addition to the mill’s product range. We procure board and paper for recycling from an extensive network of agents across the country. From this source, the mill produces 60,000 tons of ReFibre for its own consumption per annum. Sappi Forests has access to 399,000 hectares of owned and leased sustainably managed forests in South Africa. All wood grown on Sappi-owned land and a large proportion grown on plantations managed by us is Forest Stewardship Council™ (FSC™)-certified. Sappi Southern Africa Forestry was also awarded the first ever Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) certification in South Africa. Approximately 136,000 hectares of our land is set aside and maintained by Sappi Forests to conserve the natural habitat and biodiversity found there, including indigenous forests and wetlands. More About the CEO Graeme Wild Meet the CEO

We aim to do ethical and sustainable business whilst ensuring that our customers, employees and the communities that we serve are taken care ofPlennegy Pty LtdWe aim to do ethical and sustainable business whilst ensuring that our customers, employees and the communities that we serve are taken care ofFounded in 1958, the Plennegy Group’s roots and purpose revolve around agriculture, with its core business being that of growing food and servicing those who grow food, to feed and nourish the continent and beyond. We aim to do ethical and sustainable business whilst ensuring that our customers, employees and the communities that we serve are taken care of. We are committed to extensive research programmes to continually develop new seeds and products, improved farming practices and the provision of superior agricultural solutions and service. Some of our statistics:  1,160,000 tonnes of vegetables produced per annum by commercial farmers from seed developed in our proprietary seed breeding programmes  3,500,000 people fed per annum through our grain and potato seed production programmes 750,000 people fed per annum through our 8,500ha of commercial farming operations  90,000,000 people nourished annually through our three key vegetable breeding programmes  Around 3,500 people employed, including permanent employees and seasonal workers Although our footprint extends not only across South Africa, but also into sub-Saharan Africa, South America, Europe and the USA, the heart of our business is based in KwaZulu-Natal. Our head office, as well as most of our operating companies, are based in Greytown in the KZN midlands. In Greytown alone, we have the following operations, therefore serving as one of the major private-sector employers in this small country town and surrounding districts:  Plennegy Head Office  Starke Ayres Research  Mascor John Deere Head Office  Mascor Toyota  Pidelta Head Office (seed and crop-production, forestry and livestock)  Kombat (premier household & agricultural pest control solutions)  Plennegy Print (digital printing & signage solutions)  Pennegy Aviation Hub (in-house and charter flights; non-corrosive, affordable hangarage solutions). Further afield in KZN, we have the Triton Admin HQ in Durban, as well as Triton branches in Pietermaritzburg, Newcastle and Richards Bay; Jupidex (distribution and service of agricultural equipment) based in Pietermaritzburg; as well as Mascor John Deere branches in 11 towns across KZN; Pidelta farms based in the Umvoti, Kranskop and Winterton areas; EGT (sawmill in Crammond), and various Starke Ayres depots in KZN. Our Maritzburg Arch in Pietermaritzburg is a push from our side to help reduce urban decay by investing in inner-city infrastructure. Each of these Plennegy Group companies not only provides employment to a large part of the communities in those towns, but also gives back to the local communities through supporting local businesses wherever they can; and sponsoring local charitable fundraisers in each of their areas. More than 20 years ago, our company’s founder, Mr Brian Corbishley, established a school in Greytown called Wembley College, which caters for children from Grade RRRR to Grade 12. Not only does this school provide quality education for many of the children of employees of the various Plennegy Group companies based in and around Greytown, but also for the children of the local community as well. The intention of our founder in creating this school was to keep families in our small country town together for as long as possible by not having to send one’s children off to boarding school much further afield in bigger cities, as there is now high-quality private schooling available around the corner. By ensuring that the agricultural products we sell are of the highest quality – the Rolls Royces in their respective categories – we aim to ensure that we maintain the trust of our customers; and ensure that we retain our good reputation and legitimacy for reliability. Plennegy’s established infrastructure and grouping of industry experts ensure the quality and precision of its activities, products and services. Our competitive advantage as a professional family business – with each operating entity being part of a bigger family of operating entities – is that it strives to:  Implement initiatives that have an affinity with its majority family-owned farmer customers  Invest for the longer term  Be driven by a set of values that strongly emphasise the wholesome nature of a family – ethics and people.Full Name of Company: Plennegy Pty Ltd Nature of Business: Agriculture Services / Products: Growing food and servicing those who grow food Date Established: 1958 No. of Employees: Approx. 3,500 KEY PERSONNEL Group Chairman: Michael Yeadon COO: Colin Corbishly Group Financial Director: Daryl Arbuckle CONTACT DETAILS Head Office Physical Address: 211 Durban Street, Greytown, 3250 Tel: +27 (0)33 413 8800 E-mail: info@plennegy.co.za Website: www.plennegy.co.zaFull Name of Company: Plennegy Pty Ltd Nature of Business: Agriculture Services / Products: Growing food and servicing those who grow food Date Established: 1958 No. of Employees: Approx. 3,500 KEY PERSONNEL Group Chairman: Michael Yeadon COO: Colin Corbishly Group Financial Director: Daryl Arbuckle CONTACT DETAILS Head Office Physical Address: 211 Durban Street, Greytown, 3250 Tel: +27 (0)33 413 8800 E-mail: info@plennegy.co.za Website: www.plennegy.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: Plennegy Pty Ltd Nature of Business: Agriculture Services / Products: Growing food and servicing those who grow food Date Established: 1958 No. of Employees: Approx. 3,500 KEY PERSONNEL Group Chairman: Michael Yeadon COO: Colin Corbishly Group Financial Director: Daryl Arbuckle CONTACT DETAILS Head Office Physical Address: 211 Durban Street, Greytown, 3250 Tel: +27 (0)33 413 8800 E-mail: info@plennegy.co.za Website: www.plennegy.co.za Founded in 1958, the Plennegy Group’s roots and purpose revolve around agriculture, with its core business being that of growing food and servicing those who grow food, to feed and nourish the continent and beyond. We aim to do ethical and sustainable business whilst ensuring that our customers, employees and the communities that we serve are taken care of. We are committed to extensive research programmes to continually develop new seeds and products, improved farming practices and the provision of superior agricultural solutions and service. Some of our statistics:  1,160,000 tonnes of vegetables produced per annum by commercial farmers from seed developed in our proprietary seed breeding programmes  3,500,000 people fed per annum through our grain and potato seed production programmes 750,000 people fed per annum through our 8,500ha of commercial farming operations  90,000,000 people nourished annually through our three key vegetable breeding programmes  Around 3,500 people employed, including permanent employees and seasonal workers Although our footprint extends not only across South Africa, but also into sub-Saharan Africa, South America, Europe and the USA, the heart of our business is based in KwaZulu-Natal. Our head office, as well as most of our operating companies, are based in Greytown in the KZN midlands. In Greytown alone, we have the following operations, therefore serving as one of the major private-sector employers in this small country town and surrounding districts:  Plennegy Head Office  Starke Ayres Research  Mascor John Deere Head Office  Mascor Toyota  Pidelta Head Office (seed and crop-production, forestry and livestock)  Kombat (premier household & agricultural pest control solutions)  Plennegy Print (digital printing & signage solutions)  Pennegy Aviation Hub (in-house and charter flights; non-corrosive, affordable hangarage solutions). Further afield in KZN, we have the Triton Admin HQ in Durban, as well as Triton branches in Pietermaritzburg, Newcastle and Richards Bay; Jupidex (distribution and service of agricultural equipment) based in Pietermaritzburg; as well as Mascor John Deere branches in 11 towns across KZN; Pidelta farms based in the Umvoti, Kranskop and Winterton areas; EGT (sawmill in Crammond), and various Starke Ayres depots in KZN. Our Maritzburg Arch in Pietermaritzburg is a push from our side to help reduce urban decay by investing in inner-city infrastructure. Each of these Plennegy Group companies not only provides employment to a large part of the communities in those towns, but also gives back to the local communities through supporting local businesses wherever they can; and sponsoring local charitable fundraisers in each of their areas. More than 20 years ago, our company’s founder, Mr Brian Corbishley, established a school in Greytown called Wembley College, which caters for children from Grade RRRR to Grade 12. Not only does this school provide quality education for many of the children of employees of the various Plennegy Group companies based in and around Greytown, but also for the children of the local community as well. The intention of our founder in creating this school was to keep families in our small country town together for as long as possible by not having to send one’s children off to boarding school much further afield in bigger cities, as there is now high-quality private schooling available around the corner. By ensuring that the agricultural products we sell are of the highest quality – the Rolls Royces in their respective categories – we aim to ensure that we maintain the trust of our customers; and ensure that we retain our good reputation and legitimacy for reliability. Plennegy’s established infrastructure and grouping of industry experts ensure the quality and precision of its activities, products and services. Our competitive advantage as a professional family business – with each operating entity being part of a bigger family of operating entities – is that it strives to:  Implement initiatives that have an affinity with its majority family-owned farmer customers  Invest for the longer term  Be driven by a set of values that strongly emphasise the wholesome nature of a family – ethics and people. More About the CEO Michael Yeadon Meet the CEO

Aberdare Cables is southern Africa’s largest and leading supplier of intelligent energy inter connection products and services in AfricaAberdare Cables Aberdare Cables is southern Africa’s largest and leading supplier of intelligent energy inter connection products and services in AfricaAberdare Cables is southern Africa’s largest and leading supplier of intelligent energy inter connection products and services in Africa. Established in 1946, the company offers cable designs, product development, installation support, commissioning and diagnostic testing through their engineering service division. In 2021, Aberdare celebrated its 75th Anniversary and since its humble beginnings, the organisation has grown significantly through mergers and acquisitions. Aberdare Cables has three manufacturing sites in South Africa located respectively in Pietermaritzburg, Gqeberha, and Gauteng. These are assigned to manufacture a wide variety of cables with customer service centres in each province as well as in Maputo, Mozambique. In 2016, Aberdare Cables was acquired by Hengtong, as a majority shareholder. The Hengtong group operates in 147 countries with 11 overseas manufacturing bases and owns seven brands, including Aberdare. Research and Development Aberdare is a technology leader driven by cutting edge research and development to provide worldclass innovative solutions. Aberdare positions itself, and has indeed been recognised throughout the world, as a pioneer in technological advancement. This philosophy has been amply illustrated by its success in developing unique solutions to everyday problems faced by an incredibly wide range of industries. In co-operation with the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS - the national standards organisation), Aberdare serves on a number of International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) cable working groups, one of which deals with the development of test methods for cables in fire situations. Aberdare works closely with the South African Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and various major Universities and Technikons in the quest to continuously upgrade its product range and manufacturing capabilities. Aberdare is determined to retain its leadership in the cable industry through the development of cost-effective solutions to common problems faced by many of the world’s developing nations, and by working closely with customers to meet their every possible need. We are determined to remain abreast of international developments, and indeed set our own goals to maximise our company’s growth. It is this philosophy that Aberdare is determined to follow, now and into the future. Employees The company has highly trained and motivated employees who make it an employer of choice. We actively promote and follow a number of educational initiatives, including apprenticeship training, learnership programmes as well as formal educational assistance, to all our employees. In the year 2022, Aberdare awarded and created more than 200 job opportunities across the country. These positions vary across all the branches, manufacturing sites as well as head quarters. To further develop young professionals who require an opportunity and introduction to the corporate sphere, Aberdare continues to create learnership and trainee positions located in the factory as well as at headquarters. The business continues to be passionate and driven in curbing the unemployment rate in South-Africa, through job creation. This is to further ensure that Aberdare contributes to the healthy economic growth of the country and increasing social cohesion. Socio-Economic Development Socio-Economic Development is an integral part of Aberdare Cables, as the company aims to contribute to the communities in which they operate. They strive to strengthen their commitment to sustainable development by building mutually beneficial relations with their stakeholders and the communities. Aberdare Cables ensures that the identified initiatives and projects in previously disadvantaged communities are properly managed to ensure that the contributions made will continually sustain the community. They are investing in the education of their communities through a variety of projects enabling them to create a brighter future for themselves. Aberdare Cables believes in providing the leaders of tomorrow with every advantage possible. Access to high-quality education in rural areas can be one of the contributing factors to local economic development, while assisting the rural community to adapt to a fast-changing environment. This is the reason Aberdare Cables proudly sponsored a rural high school in KZN, Buhlebethu High School with a mobile science lab that can further assist Science learners in the school with practicals. Aberdare Cables are passionate about community development and the development of future leaders.Full Name of Company: Aberdare Cables Nature of Business: Manufacturing Sector Products: Cable designs, product development, installation support, commissioning and diagnostic testing Date Established: 1946 No. of Employees: 423 (PMB only) Name of Account / Auditor: KPMG Bank: Standard Bank BBBEE Status: Level 1, with a make-up of 55% Black ownership and 30% Black Women Owned. VISION To be the leading supplier of intelligent inter- connection products and services in Africa. MISSION Through our highly trained and dedicated employees we foster excellent customer relationships, delivering quality cabling solutions, innovative products and value-added services. VALUES Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence, Responsibility, 1nnovation (TIER1). KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Andy Wang CFO: Jenny Chen Executive: Technical, Manufacturing & SHEQ: Wayne Munilall Executive Director: Marketing, Sales & Distribution: Mishack Matla Manufacturing Executive: Jian Wang CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 1 Corobrik Street, Meadowdale, Germiston, 1614 Tel: +27 (0)11 396 8000 Email: info@aberdare.co.za KWAZULU-NATAL Physical Address: 67 Gladys Manzi Road, Mkondeni, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, 3201 Tel: +27 (0)33 845 3207 Website: www.aberdare.co.zaFull Name of Company: Aberdare Cables Nature of Business: Manufacturing Sector Products: Cable designs, product development, installation support, commissioning and diagnostic testing Date Established: 1946 No. of Employees: 423 (PMB only) Name of Account / Auditor: KPMG Bank: Standard Bank BBBEE Status: Level 1, with a make-up of 55% Black ownership and 30% Black Women Owned. VISION To be the leading supplier of intelligent inter- connection products and services in Africa. MISSION Through our highly trained and dedicated employees we foster excellent customer relationships, delivering quality cabling solutions, innovative products and value-added services. VALUES Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence, Responsibility, 1nnovation (TIER1). KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Andy Wang CFO: Jenny Chen Executive: Technical, Manufacturing & SHEQ: Wayne Munilall Executive Director: Marketing, Sales & Distribution: Mishack Matla Manufacturing Executive: Jian Wang CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 1 Corobrik Street, Meadowdale, Germiston, 1614 Tel: +27 (0)11 396 8000 Email: info@aberdare.co.za KWAZULU-NATAL Physical Address: 67 Gladys Manzi Road, Mkondeni, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, 3201 Tel: +27 (0)33 845 3207 Website: www.aberdare.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: Aberdare Cables Nature of Business: Manufacturing Sector Products: Cable designs, product development, installation support, commissioning and diagnostic testing Date Established: 1946 No. of Employees: 423 (PMB only) Name of Account / Auditor: KPMG Bank: Standard Bank BBBEE Status: Level 1, with a make-up of 55% Black ownership and 30% Black Women Owned. VISION To be the leading supplier of intelligent inter- connection products and services in Africa. MISSION Through our highly trained and dedicated employees we foster excellent customer relationships, delivering quality cabling solutions, innovative products and value-added services. VALUES Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence, Responsibility, 1nnovation (TIER1). KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Andy Wang CFO: Jenny Chen Executive: Technical, Manufacturing & SHEQ: Wayne Munilall Executive Director: Marketing, Sales & Distribution: Mishack Matla Manufacturing Executive: Jian Wang CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 1 Corobrik Street, Meadowdale, Germiston, 1614 Tel: +27 (0)11 396 8000 Email: info@aberdare.co.za KWAZULU-NATAL Physical Address: 67 Gladys Manzi Road, Mkondeni, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, 3201 Tel: +27 (0)33 845 3207 Website: www.aberdare.co.za Aberdare Cables is southern Africa’s largest and leading supplier of intelligent energy inter connection products and services in Africa. Established in 1946, the company offers cable designs, product development, installation support, commissioning and diagnostic testing through their engineering service division. In 2021, Aberdare celebrated its 75th Anniversary and since its humble beginnings, the organisation has grown significantly through mergers and acquisitions. Aberdare Cables has three manufacturing sites in South Africa located respectively in Pietermaritzburg, Gqeberha, and Gauteng. These are assigned to manufacture a wide variety of cables with customer service centres in each province as well as in Maputo, Mozambique. In 2016, Aberdare Cables was acquired by Hengtong, as a majority shareholder. The Hengtong group operates in 147 countries with 11 overseas manufacturing bases and owns seven brands, including Aberdare. Research and Development Aberdare is a technology leader driven by cutting edge research and development to provide worldclass innovative solutions. Aberdare positions itself, and has indeed been recognised throughout the world, as a pioneer in technological advancement. This philosophy has been amply illustrated by its success in developing unique solutions to everyday problems faced by an incredibly wide range of industries. In co-operation with the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS - the national standards organisation), Aberdare serves on a number of International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) cable working groups, one of which deals with the development of test methods for cables in fire situations. Aberdare works closely with the South African Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and various major Universities and Technikons in the quest to continuously upgrade its product range and manufacturing capabilities. Aberdare is determined to retain its leadership in the cable industry through the development of cost-effective solutions to common problems faced by many of the world’s developing nations, and by working closely with customers to meet their every possible need. We are determined to remain abreast of international developments, and indeed set our own goals to maximise our company’s growth. It is this philosophy that Aberdare is determined to follow, now and into the future. Employees The company has highly trained and motivated employees who make it an employer of choice. We actively promote and follow a number of educational initiatives, including apprenticeship training, learnership programmes as well as formal educational assistance, to all our employees. In the year 2022, Aberdare awarded and created more than 200 job opportunities across the country. These positions vary across all the branches, manufacturing sites as well as head quarters. To further develop young professionals who require an opportunity and introduction to the corporate sphere, Aberdare continues to create learnership and trainee positions located in the factory as well as at headquarters. The business continues to be passionate and driven in curbing the unemployment rate in South-Africa, through job creation. This is to further ensure that Aberdare contributes to the healthy economic growth of the country and increasing social cohesion. Socio-Economic Development Socio-Economic Development is an integral part of Aberdare Cables, as the company aims to contribute to the communities in which they operate. They strive to strengthen their commitment to sustainable development by building mutually beneficial relations with their stakeholders and the communities. Aberdare Cables ensures that the identified initiatives and projects in previously disadvantaged communities are properly managed to ensure that the contributions made will continually sustain the community. They are investing in the education of their communities through a variety of projects enabling them to create a brighter future for themselves. Aberdare Cables believes in providing the leaders of tomorrow with every advantage possible. Access to high-quality education in rural areas can be one of the contributing factors to local economic development, while assisting the rural community to adapt to a fast-changing environment. This is the reason Aberdare Cables proudly sponsored a rural high school in KZN, Buhlebethu High School with a mobile science lab that can further assist Science learners in the school with practicals. Aberdare Cables are passionate about community development and the development of future leaders. More About the CEO Andy Wang Meet the CEO

Natal Razor and Wire provides quality and cost- effective security solutions for the domestic and industrial market and undertake works throughout the provinceNatal Razor and WireNatal Razor and Wire provides quality and cost- effective security solutions for the domestic and industrial market and undertake works throughout the provinceNatal Razor and Wire provides quality and cost- effective security solutions for the domestic and industrial market and undertake works throughout the province. The CEO of Natal Razor and Wire, Phumelela Msomi’s passion for business started at a young age. An early opportunity allowed Msomi to learn about the fencing industry which opened the doors for him to grow in the industry. He gained experience through working with some of the largest manufacturers and suppliers of fencing and wire products in South Africa. This opportunity led him to acquiring the wire supply and installation company which was founded in 1995 and is located in New Germany, KwaZulu-Natal. He now has directorship at one of the largest fencing companies in KwaZulu-Natal. Speaking about his strengths, Msomi says that he has always been really focused and stubborn in his approach, which he believes has been important. He explained that a lot of people have come to him with opportunities to try and persuade him into different markets. “We have been resolute – we only do fence – although we have a variety of different product types. We have always maintained that fencing is our core and I think that that has helped us to be successful. We have mastered fencing,” said Msomi. The company employs dedicated individuals who have a combined experience in the wire industry of more than fifty years. Specialties The company markets a complete range of wire fencing materials at a high-quality standard. These include: • Razor wire • Clear View Fencing • Chain-link fencing • Weldmesh fencing • Razor mesh fencing • Concrete fencing Natal Razor and Wire also has a workshop for in-house manufacturing of some products. In addition, the company provides fencing advisory services and are installation experts. They determined to continue providing unmatched quality services at affordable prices.Full Name of Company: Natal Razor and Wire Nature of Business Finance: Perimeter security products Services / Products: We supply and install quality and cost effective perimeter security products. Date Established: 1995 Customer Base: Domestic and industrial market No. of Employees: 35 B-BBEE Status: BBBEE Level 1 KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Phumelela Msomi Operations and Planning: Nosipho Faya Project Manager: Sizwe Msomi and Philani Nduli Sales Director: Mfundo Motaung Tenders and Administration: Nelisa Qangule CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 120 Shepstone Road, New Germany, 3610 Tel: +27 (0)31 700 2606 WhatsApp: +27 (0)74 977 5784 E-mail: sales@natalrazorwire.com Website: www.natalrazorwire.comFull Name of Company: Natal Razor and Wire Nature of Business Finance: Perimeter security products Services / Products: We supply and install quality and cost effective perimeter security products. Date Established: 1995 Customer Base: Domestic and industrial market No. of Employees: 35 B-BBEE Status: BBBEE Level 1 KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Phumelela Msomi Operations and Planning: Nosipho Faya Project Manager: Sizwe Msomi and Philani Nduli Sales Director: Mfundo Motaung Tenders and Administration: Nelisa Qangule CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 120 Shepstone Road, New Germany, 3610 Tel: +27 (0)31 700 2606 WhatsApp: +27 (0)74 977 5784 E-mail: sales@natalrazorwire.com Website: www.natalrazorwire.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: Natal Razor and Wire Nature of Business Finance: Perimeter security products Services / Products: We supply and install quality and cost effective perimeter security products. Date Established: 1995 Customer Base: Domestic and industrial market No. of Employees: 35 B-BBEE Status: BBBEE Level 1 KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Phumelela Msomi Operations and Planning: Nosipho Faya Project Manager: Sizwe Msomi and Philani Nduli Sales Director: Mfundo Motaung Tenders and Administration: Nelisa Qangule CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 120 Shepstone Road, New Germany, 3610 Tel: +27 (0)31 700 2606 WhatsApp: +27 (0)74 977 5784 E-mail: sales@natalrazorwire.com Website: www.natalrazorwire.com Natal Razor and Wire provides quality and cost- effective security solutions for the domestic and industrial market and undertake works throughout the province. The CEO of Natal Razor and Wire, Phumelela Msomi’s passion for business started at a young age. An early opportunity allowed Msomi to learn about the fencing industry which opened the doors for him to grow in the industry. He gained experience through working with some of the largest manufacturers and suppliers of fencing and wire products in South Africa. This opportunity led him to acquiring the wire supply and installation company which was founded in 1995 and is located in New Germany, KwaZulu-Natal. He now has directorship at one of the largest fencing companies in KwaZulu-Natal. Speaking about his strengths, Msomi says that he has always been really focused and stubborn in his approach, which he believes has been important. He explained that a lot of people have come to him with opportunities to try and persuade him into different markets. “We have been resolute – we only do fence – although we have a variety of different product types. We have always maintained that fencing is our core and I think that that has helped us to be successful. We have mastered fencing,” said Msomi. The company employs dedicated individuals who have a combined experience in the wire industry of more than fifty years. Specialties The company markets a complete range of wire fencing materials at a high-quality standard. These include: • Razor wire • Clear View Fencing • Chain-link fencing • Weldmesh fencing • Razor mesh fencing • Concrete fencing Natal Razor and Wire also has a workshop for in-house manufacturing of some products. In addition, the company provides fencing advisory services and are installation experts. They determined to continue providing unmatched quality services at affordable prices. More About the CEO Phumelela Msomi Meet the CEO

Fluent in French and English, Monique consults to local and international clients on Market Linkages and Business 2 Business opportunitiesMonique Labat Consulting Fluent in French and English, Monique consults to local and international clients on Market Linkages and Business 2 Business opportunitiesA career spanning the Durban Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the City of Durban’s Investment Promotion Agency as well as Tradepoint South Africa Durban has meant that Monique Labat has extensive specialist skills and experience in assisting clients seeking new business opportunities in global markets. Monique was born in Mauritius and holds dual citizenship, Mauritian and South African. In August 2011, Monique established her company, Monique Labat Consulting (Pty) Ltd to provide valuable specialist skills to both public and private sector clients. Fluent in French and English, Monique consults to local and international clients on Market Linkages and Business 2 Business opportunities, co-ordinates detailed programmes and itineraries for international trade, investment and inward buying delegations and compiles market intelligence reports for multiple industry sectors. The company’s clients, both in private and public sector are located in Mauritius, Reunion Island, South Africa, the United Kingdom and Zimbabwe. Monique Labat Consulting (Pty) Ltd is a member of the Cape Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Johannesburg Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Members Business Network (Mauritius). Summary of Services • Business 2 Business market linkages for clients seeking new customers, new markets and new suppliers • Mauritius referral services for clients seeking to invest in Mauritius • Industry sector research • Economic development strategies • Speaker at online webinars, international trade conferences and exhibitions Completed Projects • Business 2 Business Market linkages for South African engineering firm manufacturing steel tanks • Secured national South African distributor for Mauritian eyewear manufacturer • Facilitated exports of South African FMCG products to Reunion Island • Arranged Inward Trade and Investment Missions to Johannesburg and Durban for Economic Development Board Mauritius • Facilitated Inward Buying Missions to South Africa for Reunion Island Club Economique de Trois Bassins • Emigration referral services for clients seeking to invest in Mauritius • Establishment of clothing manufacturer in Mauritius • FMCG Export opportunities to Canada, Germany, Mauritius, Reunion Island About Monique Labat An active Rotarian, Monique volunteers her time and resources to assist communities throughout South Africa. At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic Monique’s Rotary E-Club of South Africa One was instrumental in working with the Youth of Amaoti township to deliver truckloads of maizemeal to those in need. On Women’s Day, Monique assists the Youth of Amaoti by providing business start-up kits for young women to create home industry food businesses, handmade greeting cards, creative sewing and knitting boxes. This falls squarely within one of Rotary International’s focus area of Economic and Community Development. Monique’s core values are in line with Rotary’s motto, “Service above self “. A foodie at heart, Monique lived her dream and spent three months at Ballymaloe Cookery School in Shanagarry, County Cork, Ireland 11 years ago. Facebook Foodie: Recipes of the Liked and Shared is Monique’s first cookbook comprising 100 recipes and full colour photographs produced through the Self-Publishing process. Monique gives presentations and food demos all over the country and has spoken at many Rotary Clubs and business organisations. One of Monique’s favourite presentations is entitled “Mauritius: Two Centuries of Cuisine”, a nod to her birthplace in the Indian Ocean. For each Cookbook sold, Monique donates R10 to Rotary Foundation’s #EndPolioNow campaign.Full Name of Company: Monique Labat Consulting (Pty) Ltd Nature of Business: Services - Business Consulting Business 2 Business Market Linkages for clients seeking new customers, new markets and new suppliers. Co-ordination of global trade and investment missions Date Established: 3 August 2011 Bank: ABSA KEY PERSONNEL Director: Monique Labat CONTACT DETAILS Mobile: +27 (0)82 924 6349 E-mail: monique@moniquelabat.com Website: www.moniquelabat.com Skype: moniquelabat2 Full Name of Company: Monique Labat Consulting (Pty) Ltd Nature of Business: Services - Business Consulting Business 2 Business Market Linkages for clients seeking new customers, new markets and new suppliers. Co-ordination of global trade and investment missions Date Established: 3 August 2011 Bank: ABSA KEY PERSONNEL Director: Monique Labat CONTACT DETAILS Mobile: +27 (0)82 924 6349 E-mail: monique@moniquelabat.com Website: www.moniquelabat.com Skype: moniquelabat2 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: Monique Labat Consulting (Pty) Ltd Nature of Business: Services - Business Consulting Business 2 Business Market Linkages for clients seeking new customers, new markets and new suppliers. Co-ordination of global trade and investment missions Date Established: 3 August 2011 Bank: ABSA KEY PERSONNEL Director: Monique Labat CONTACT DETAILS Mobile: +27 (0)82 924 6349 E-mail: monique@moniquelabat.com Website: www.moniquelabat.com Skype: moniquelabat2 A career spanning the Durban Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the City of Durban’s Investment Promotion Agency as well as Tradepoint South Africa Durban has meant that Monique Labat has extensive specialist skills and experience in assisting clients seeking new business opportunities in global markets. Monique was born in Mauritius and holds dual citizenship, Mauritian and South African. In August 2011, Monique established her company, Monique Labat Consulting (Pty) Ltd to provide valuable specialist skills to both public and private sector clients. Fluent in French and English, Monique consults to local and international clients on Market Linkages and Business 2 Business opportunities, co-ordinates detailed programmes and itineraries for international trade, investment and inward buying delegations and compiles market intelligence reports for multiple industry sectors. The company’s clients, both in private and public sector are located in Mauritius, Reunion Island, South Africa, the United Kingdom and Zimbabwe. Monique Labat Consulting (Pty) Ltd is a member of the Cape Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Johannesburg Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Members Business Network (Mauritius). Summary of Services • Business 2 Business market linkages for clients seeking new customers, new markets and new suppliers • Mauritius referral services for clients seeking to invest in Mauritius • Industry sector research • Economic development strategies • Speaker at online webinars, international trade conferences and exhibitions Completed Projects • Business 2 Business Market linkages for South African engineering firm manufacturing steel tanks • Secured national South African distributor for Mauritian eyewear manufacturer • Facilitated exports of South African FMCG products to Reunion Island • Arranged Inward Trade and Investment Missions to Johannesburg and Durban for Economic Development Board Mauritius • Facilitated Inward Buying Missions to South Africa for Reunion Island Club Economique de Trois Bassins • Emigration referral services for clients seeking to invest in Mauritius • Establishment of clothing manufacturer in Mauritius • FMCG Export opportunities to Canada, Germany, Mauritius, Reunion Island About Monique Labat An active Rotarian, Monique volunteers her time and resources to assist communities throughout South Africa. At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic Monique’s Rotary E-Club of South Africa One was instrumental in working with the Youth of Amaoti township to deliver truckloads of maizemeal to those in need. On Women’s Day, Monique assists the Youth of Amaoti by providing business start-up kits for young women to create home industry food businesses, handmade greeting cards, creative sewing and knitting boxes. This falls squarely within one of Rotary International’s focus area of Economic and Community Development. Monique’s core values are in line with Rotary’s motto, “Service above self “. A foodie at heart, Monique lived her dream and spent three months at Ballymaloe Cookery School in Shanagarry, County Cork, Ireland 11 years ago. Facebook Foodie: Recipes of the Liked and Shared is Monique’s first cookbook comprising 100 recipes and full colour photographs produced through the Self-Publishing process. Monique gives presentations and food demos all over the country and has spoken at many Rotary Clubs and business organisations. One of Monique’s favourite presentations is entitled “Mauritius: Two Centuries of Cuisine”, a nod to her birthplace in the Indian Ocean. For each Cookbook sold, Monique donates R10 to Rotary Foundation’s #EndPolioNow campaign. More About the CEO Monique Labat Meet the CEO

SA Adhesives is a South African company consisting of qualified professionals with the skills, experience, and commitment that they believe will make a difference in the chemical and plastics manufacturing sectorSA Adhesives (Pty) LtdSA Adhesives is a South African company consisting of qualified professionals with the skills, experience, and commitment that they believe will make a difference in the chemical and plastics manufacturing sectorSA Adhesives (Pty) Ltd is the statutory responsible for the manufacture of water-based adhesives with Chemsol Adhesives being the holding company. The product brand Chemsol specialises in solvent-based adhesives for the footwear and furniture and bedding industry. The adhesive and plastic facility is based in KwaZulu-Natal with sales offices in Durban and Gauteng. SA Adhesives is a South African company consisting of qualified professionals with the skills, experience, and commitment that they believe will make a difference in the chemical and plastics manufacturing sector. SA Adhesives was founded in 1995 and the company is now owned and driven by a woman. Premi Subramany was given the opportunity to buy the business in 2005. Subramany, through proper research in the chemical and plastics industry, aims to provide a service in the marketplace that is both outstanding and competitive without compromising on quality and professionalism. Due to their high-quality products and persistent efforts, Chemsol Adhesives has carved a niche for itself in the national as well as international market. The company’s commitment towards quality, accuracy and innovation has enabled Chemsol Adhesives to move the brand Chemsol towards the path of success and to take up a respectful position in the national market. Products SA Adhesives’ products are very specialised, and the company is involved in the design and manufacture of industrial chemicals such as water-borne adhesives, solvent-borne adhesives and speciality polymers and coatings for the paper and packaging, furniture and bedding, footwear, and leather industries. SA Adhesives’ non-toxic water-based adhesives are environmentally safe and contain zero volatile organic compounds that are ideal for the food packaging industry. Furthermore, they can be used to manufacture even the most complex laminates. There are several advantages to working with Chemsol’s solvent-based adhesives in fast-paced industries because they have a short fixing time, substantially decreasing the amount of time waiting for an item / frame to set. Applications that may require Chemsol’s solvent-based adhesives are wood working, furniture manufacturing, and PVC piping and sheeting. The manufacturing processes in the woodworking industry calls for adhesives that are efficient, process reliable, flexible, and durable and that meet very stringent ecological standards. Equal in versatility and matching these high standards are the adhesives from SA Adhesives. Decades of experience and industry knowledge in the field of food dyes, reactive dyes, leather dyes and pigments endow SA Adhesives to reach its targets of value, quality, and commitment. Chemsol is committed to establishing and maintaining itself as a leading supplier of industrial detergents and chemicals. Team Approach One particular strength of Chemsol Adhesives is its people and their ability to work across many industries in the engineering of adhesive, detergent, and dye applications for the company’s customers. Chemsol Adhesives believes in complete teamwork, which is the basis for the success of the enterprise. Chemsol Adhesives’ aim is to provide excellent customer service and reliability by empowering and encouraging its employees to always do their best. The company supports its employees by providing further education with the goal to improve their standards of living. Consequently, the employees acquire their daily performance outcomes with the proper mindsets to build suppliers’ and customers’ trust, which are within the parameters of sound business ethics. As such Chemsol Adhesives has received numerous awards for their outstanding customer service, excellent product quality and continuous innovations. Quality Assurance Chemsol’s motto is to engage in the production, testing and training of adhesives and speciality chemicals while providing intellectual support in all sectors of its business and to their partners. This approach enables the company to concentrate on the latest product and process developments. The laboratory monitors and continues to keep the specifications of products to the best quality with stability and manufacturing practicality. It is pivotal for the raw materials suppliers to issue the relevant approval specifications. Chemsol Adhesives products are registered with the National Regulator for compulsory specifications. The company is ISO quality accredited and is currently in process of acquiring the FDA ISO accreditation. Chemsol Adhesives treats quality as a pledge and work towards achieving it in all ways possible. In order to maintain the quality, stability, and performance of Chemsol products, they undergo stringent quality checks at various levels of production. Chemsol Adhesives is a signatory to responsible care and waste management systems which monitors the safe use of resources. Furthermore, the company is committed to the preservation of the environment. Orange Foundation The years 2020 and 2021 were certainly a journey of many challenges and lessons. The pandemic has opened the window to many opportunities including being more creative and self-sufficient. In these difficult times, the plastic division has increased capacity and acquired many more customers for the supply of plastic packaging. In addition, with the exponential growth of the plastics division, the ‘Orange Foundation’ was born. This is a non-profit organisation that supports feeding schemes to underprivileged homes and schools.Name of Company: SA Adhesives (Pty) Ltd Holding Company: Chemsol Adhesives Nature of Business: Manufacturing Products: Adhesives and speciality polymers and coatings Customer Base: Paper and packaging, furniture and bedding, footwear, and leather industries. VISION Our corporate vision is to embrace a new level of technological advancement that enable us: • To identify potential customers and their requirements. • To provide premium customer service across the globe. • To assess customer values. • To offer a wide range of products and services to our existing and future customers through an open-door policy. MISSION Our mission is to lead the industry in creating value for ourselves and our customers through dedication on standards, quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction. KEY PERSONNEL Managing Director: Premi Subramany CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 10 Archary Road, Clairwood, 4052 Tel: +27 (0)31 465 0906 E-mail: premi@plastec.co.za Website: www.saadhesives.co.za Name of Company: SA Adhesives (Pty) Ltd Holding Company: Chemsol Adhesives Nature of Business: Manufacturing Products: Adhesives and speciality polymers and coatings Customer Base: Paper and packaging, furniture and bedding, footwear, and leather industries. VISION Our corporate vision is to embrace a new level of technological advancement that enable us: • To identify potential customers and their requirements. • To provide premium customer service across the globe. • To assess customer values. • To offer a wide range of products and services to our existing and future customers through an open-door policy. MISSION Our mission is to lead the industry in creating value for ourselves and our customers through dedication on standards, quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction. KEY PERSONNEL Managing Director: Premi Subramany CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 10 Archary Road, Clairwood, 4052 Tel: +27 (0)31 465 0906 E-mail: premi@plastec.co.za Website: www.saadhesives.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 Name of Company: SA Adhesives (Pty) Ltd Holding Company: Chemsol Adhesives Nature of Business: Manufacturing Products: Adhesives and speciality polymers and coatings Customer Base: Paper and packaging, furniture and bedding, footwear, and leather industries. VISION Our corporate vision is to embrace a new level of technological advancement that enable us: • To identify potential customers and their requirements. • To provide premium customer service across the globe. • To assess customer values. • To offer a wide range of products and services to our existing and future customers through an open-door policy. MISSION Our mission is to lead the industry in creating value for ourselves and our customers through dedication on standards, quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction. KEY PERSONNEL Managing Director: Premi Subramany CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 10 Archary Road, Clairwood, 4052 Tel: +27 (0)31 465 0906 E-mail: premi@plastec.co.za Website: www.saadhesives.co.za SA Adhesives (Pty) Ltd is the statutory responsible for the manufacture of water-based adhesives with Chemsol Adhesives being the holding company. The product brand Chemsol specialises in solvent-based adhesives for the footwear and furniture and bedding industry. The adhesive and plastic facility is based in KwaZulu-Natal with sales offices in Durban and Gauteng. SA Adhesives is a South African company consisting of qualified professionals with the skills, experience, and commitment that they believe will make a difference in the chemical and plastics manufacturing sector. SA Adhesives was founded in 1995 and the company is now owned and driven by a woman. Premi Subramany was given the opportunity to buy the business in 2005. Subramany, through proper research in the chemical and plastics industry, aims to provide a service in the marketplace that is both outstanding and competitive without compromising on quality and professionalism. Due to their high-quality products and persistent efforts, Chemsol Adhesives has carved a niche for itself in the national as well as international market. The company’s commitment towards quality, accuracy and innovation has enabled Chemsol Adhesives to move the brand Chemsol towards the path of success and to take up a respectful position in the national market. Products SA Adhesives’ products are very specialised, and the company is involved in the design and manufacture of industrial chemicals such as water-borne adhesives, solvent-borne adhesives and speciality polymers and coatings for the paper and packaging, furniture and bedding, footwear, and leather industries. SA Adhesives’ non-toxic water-based adhesives are environmentally safe and contain zero volatile organic compounds that are ideal for the food packaging industry. Furthermore, they can be used to manufacture even the most complex laminates. There are several advantages to working with Chemsol’s solvent-based adhesives in fast-paced industries because they have a short fixing time, substantially decreasing the amount of time waiting for an item / frame to set. Applications that may require Chemsol’s solvent-based adhesives are wood working, furniture manufacturing, and PVC piping and sheeting. The manufacturing processes in the woodworking industry calls for adhesives that are efficient, process reliable, flexible, and durable and that meet very stringent ecological standards. Equal in versatility and matching these high standards are the adhesives from SA Adhesives. Decades of experience and industry knowledge in the field of food dyes, reactive dyes, leather dyes and pigments endow SA Adhesives to reach its targets of value, quality, and commitment. Chemsol is committed to establishing and maintaining itself as a leading supplier of industrial detergents and chemicals. Team Approach One particular strength of Chemsol Adhesives is its people and their ability to work across many industries in the engineering of adhesive, detergent, and dye applications for the company’s customers. Chemsol Adhesives believes in complete teamwork, which is the basis for the success of the enterprise. Chemsol Adhesives’ aim is to provide excellent customer service and reliability by empowering and encouraging its employees to always do their best. The company supports its employees by providing further education with the goal to improve their standards of living. Consequently, the employees acquire their daily performance outcomes with the proper mindsets to build suppliers’ and customers’ trust, which are within the parameters of sound business ethics. As such Chemsol Adhesives has received numerous awards for their outstanding customer service, excellent product quality and continuous innovations. Quality Assurance Chemsol’s motto is to engage in the production, testing and training of adhesives and speciality chemicals while providing intellectual support in all sectors of its business and to their partners. This approach enables the company to concentrate on the latest product and process developments. The laboratory monitors and continues to keep the specifications of products to the best quality with stability and manufacturing practicality. It is pivotal for the raw materials suppliers to issue the relevant approval specifications. Chemsol Adhesives products are registered with the National Regulator for compulsory specifications. The company is ISO quality accredited and is currently in process of acquiring the FDA ISO accreditation. Chemsol Adhesives treats quality as a pledge and work towards achieving it in all ways possible. In order to maintain the quality, stability, and performance of Chemsol products, they undergo stringent quality checks at various levels of production. Chemsol Adhesives is a signatory to responsible care and waste management systems which monitors the safe use of resources. Furthermore, the company is committed to the preservation of the environment. Orange Foundation The years 2020 and 2021 were certainly a journey of many challenges and lessons. The pandemic has opened the window to many opportunities including being more creative and self-sufficient. In these difficult times, the plastic division has increased capacity and acquired many more customers for the supply of plastic packaging. In addition, with the exponential growth of the plastics division, the ‘Orange Foundation’ was born. This is a non-profit organisation that supports feeding schemes to underprivileged homes and schools. More About the CEO Premi Subramany Meet the CEO

Durban ICC offers the largest flat floor, column free multi-purpose event space in Africa. Incorporating the Durban ICC Arena and Durban Exhibition Centre, the complex offers 112,000m² of flexible exhibition and meeting spaceDurban ICCDurban ICC offers the largest flat floor, column free multi-purpose event space in Africa. Incorporating the Durban ICC Arena and Durban Exhibition Centre, the complex offers 112,000m² of flexible exhibition and meeting spaceOpened by former president, Nelson Mandela in 1997, the Durban ICC was South Africa’s first International Convention Centre and has played a pioneering role in attracting international events to our shores since its inception. The Durban ICC was once again crowned as “Africa’s Leading Meetings and Conference Centre” at the 2023 World Travel Awards. In the 23-year history of the award category at the World Travel Awards, this marks the 18th occasion that the Durban ICC has been bestowed with this prestigious title, a testament to its unwavering commitment to excellence. Speaking at the event, Durban ICC Chief Executive Officer, Ms. Lindiwe Rakharebe expressed her gratitude, saying, “We are immensely proud and humbled to be named ‘Africa’s Leading Meetings and Conference Centre’ in the 2023 World Travel Awards. This achievement reflects the tireless dedication of our team and our unwavering commitment to providing a world- class platform for meetings and events.” The Durban ICC offers the largest flat floor, column free multi-purpose event space in Africa. Incorporating the Durban ICC Arena and Durban Exhibition Centre, the complex offers 112,000m² of flexible exhibition and meeting space. The Durban ICC is also committed to upholding the highest international standards of service delivery. In addition to its five-star grading from the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa, the Centre has also been awarded a Gold Certification from the AIPC Quality Standards programme, which is the highest level of certification in this international accreditation in the conventions industry. Demonstrating its commitment to quality, the Durban ICC is five-star graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa and maintains its ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO22000 and ISO45001 certifications ensuring the highest international standards in Quality Management, Environmental Responsibility, Food Safety and Health and Safety. The Durban ICC is only convention centre in the country to hold all four of these certifications. The Durban ICC Arena offers full technical capacity for live broadcasts as well as house lighting suitable for TV production filming. The Centre houses four onsite generators which can fully power the centre in the event of power disruptions. The on-site business centre offers an internet cafe, as well as banking and foreign exchange facilities and medical services. The Durban ICC delivers a 5-star events experience that exceeds our clients’ expectations, in an innovative, sustainable and proudly multi-cultural African way Little wonder then, that the Durban ICC is recognised as Africa’s leading convention centre. Full Name of Company: Durban International Convention Centre (Durban ICC) Nature of Business: International conventions, exhibitions, sporting events, concerts or special occasions - every requirement can be accommodated, and our team strives constantly to deliver world class service excellence. The Centre is also ISO 9001, ISO14001, ISO22000 and ISO45001 certified, which are international quality standards focused on service delivery, environmental management, food safety and occupational health and safety. Date Established: Opened August 1997 VISION We are a world-class convention, exhibition, and entertainment centre, where the World meets Africa. MISSION To create inspiring convention, exhibition and entertainment experiences that exceed our customers’ expectations in an innovative, sustainable, and proudly multi-cultural African way. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Lindiwe Rakharebe Chief Financial Officer: Melanie Rambally Finance Executive: Thenashree Naidoo Executive Sous Chef: Clinton Bonhomme Facilities Executive: Siphiwe Khuzwayo Acting Operations Executive: Mncedisi Dlamini Acting Marketing & Communications Executive: Sandile Makhanya CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: Inkosi Albert Luthuli ICC Complex, 45 Bram Fischer Road, Durban Postal Address: P.O. Box 155, Durban 4000 Tel: +27 (0)31 360 1000 E-mail: sales@icc.co.za Website: www.icc.co.za The Durban ICC has made an immense contribution to both the provincial and national economies since its foundation. In spite of the challenging economic environment, the Durban ICC has managed to show a profit consecutively in the last seven financial periods. Rakharebe said, “I believe our continued success is a result of a concerted effort between our staff, our strategic partners in the City and Province and the loyal support of our clients. This, coupled with diligent management and sound financial controls at all levels of the organisation all help to contribute to the overall success of the Durban ICC. In addition, Rakharebe is well aware of the challenges of a being a woman leader in the often male dominated world of business. She commented, “As a woman, you are gifted; you are a natural lifegiver and whatever you give life to will increase and grow. So whatever challenges you face as a woman, you know how to manoeuvre, whether it’s leading a company or propelling a cause. I believe a woman influences everything she touches.” Empowering others to achieve their highest performance by instilling confidence in all of her team is an important part of Rakharebe’s daily activities. “I believe I have an ability to get the best out of people, enabling them to perform at their optimum. My staff tells me that I lead with love and respect. By loving and respecting my staff I hope to bring the best out of them, which ultimately benefits the organisation,” said Rakharebe. “But the most important thing in remaining Africa’s Leading Convention Centre is that we exceed our clients’ expectations and provide an exceptional experience for each and every event we host,” said Rakharebe. She continued, “I am proud that we had the opportunity to host the Africa’s Travel Indaba, the Sustainable Living Exhibition and the African Renaissance Concert in May. Looking ahead, I am also excited about some of our upcoming events, including the AfricaBio Convention, the World Conference on Drowning Prevention and the United Cities and Local Government Congress 2019.” Rakharebe strongly believes that the Durban ICC has an important role to play in promoting sustainable economic growth for eThekwini including job creation. Rakharebe commented, “I would like to see meaningful enterprise development for SMMEs taking place at a grass-roots level. The Durban ICC has always recognised that the growth of the South African economy is largely dependent on the extent to which historically disadvantaged South Africans participate meaningfully in its growth. However, in order to grow it is also necessary to facilitate a positive future business development environment to attract both domestic and international investment in Durban and South Africa.” “Whilst we celebrate all the good strides we have made in business, we must be mindful that there is still a lot more that needs to be done.” concluded Rakharebe. Full Name of Company: Durban International Convention Centre (Durban ICC) Nature of Business: International conventions, exhibitions, sporting events, concerts or special occasions - every requirement can be accommodated, and our team strives constantly to deliver world class service excellence. The Centre is also ISO 9001, ISO14001, ISO22000 and ISO45001 certified, which are international quality standards focused on service delivery, environmental management, food safety and occupational health and safety. Date Established: Opened August 1997 VISION We are a world-class convention, exhibition, and entertainment centre, where the World meets Africa. MISSION To create inspiring convention, exhibition and entertainment experiences that exceed our customers’ expectations in an innovative, sustainable, and proudly multi-cultural African way. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Lindiwe Rakharebe Chief Financial Officer: Melanie Rambally Finance Executive: Thenashree Naidoo Executive Sous Chef: Clinton Bonhomme Facilities Executive: Siphiwe Khuzwayo Acting Operations Executive: Mncedisi Dlamini Acting Marketing & Communications Executive: Sandile Makhanya CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: Inkosi Albert Luthuli ICC Complex, 45 Bram Fischer Road, Durban Postal Address: P.O. Box 155, Durban 4000 Tel: +27 (0)31 360 1000 E-mail: sales@icc.co.za Website: www.icc.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: Durban International Convention Centre (Durban ICC) Nature of Business: International conventions, exhibitions, sporting events, concerts or special occasions - every requirement can be accommodated, and our team strives constantly to deliver world class service excellence. The Centre is also ISO 9001, ISO14001, ISO22000 and ISO45001 certified, which are international quality standards focused on service delivery, environmental management, food safety and occupational health and safety. Date Established: Opened August 1997 VISION We are a world-class convention, exhibition, and entertainment centre, where the World meets Africa. MISSION To create inspiring convention, exhibition and entertainment experiences that exceed our customers’ expectations in an innovative, sustainable, and proudly multi-cultural African way. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Lindiwe Rakharebe Chief Financial Officer: Melanie Rambally Finance Executive: Thenashree Naidoo Executive Sous Chef: Clinton Bonhomme Facilities Executive: Siphiwe Khuzwayo Acting Operations Executive: Mncedisi Dlamini Acting Marketing & Communications Executive: Sandile Makhanya CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: Inkosi Albert Luthuli ICC Complex, 45 Bram Fischer Road, Durban Postal Address: P.O. Box 155, Durban 4000 Tel: +27 (0)31 360 1000 E-mail: sales@icc.co.za Website: www.icc.co.za Opened by former president, Nelson Mandela in 1997, the Durban ICC was South Africa’s first International Convention Centre and has played a pioneering role in attracting international events to our shores since its inception. The Durban ICC was once again crowned as “Africa’s Leading Meetings and Conference Centre” at the 2023 World Travel Awards. In the 23-year history of the award category at the World Travel Awards, this marks the 18th occasion that the Durban ICC has been bestowed with this prestigious title, a testament to its unwavering commitment to excellence. Speaking at the event, Durban ICC Chief Executive Officer, Ms. Lindiwe Rakharebe expressed her gratitude, saying, “We are immensely proud and humbled to be named ‘Africa’s Leading Meetings and Conference Centre’ in the 2023 World Travel Awards. This achievement reflects the tireless dedication of our team and our unwavering commitment to providing a world- class platform for meetings and events.” The Durban ICC offers the largest flat floor, column free multi-purpose event space in Africa. Incorporating the Durban ICC Arena and Durban Exhibition Centre, the complex offers 112,000m² of flexible exhibition and meeting space. The Durban ICC is also committed to upholding the highest international standards of service delivery. In addition to its five-star grading from the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa, the Centre has also been awarded a Gold Certification from the AIPC Quality Standards programme, which is the highest level of certification in this international accreditation in the conventions industry. Demonstrating its commitment to quality, the Durban ICC is five-star graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa and maintains its ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO22000 and ISO45001 certifications ensuring the highest international standards in Quality Management, Environmental Responsibility, Food Safety and Health and Safety. The Durban ICC is only convention centre in the country to hold all four of these certifications. The Durban ICC Arena offers full technical capacity for live broadcasts as well as house lighting suitable for TV production filming. The Centre houses four onsite generators which can fully power the centre in the event of power disruptions. The on-site business centre offers an internet cafe, as well as banking and foreign exchange facilities and medical services. The Durban ICC delivers a 5-star events experience that exceeds our clients’ expectations, in an innovative, sustainable and proudly multi-cultural African way Little wonder then, that the Durban ICC is recognised as Africa’s leading convention centre. More About the CEO Lindiwe Rakharebe Meet the CEO