South Africa
Strategic entrepreneurship and leadership development professional with deep experience in building innovation pipelines, coaching emerging leaders, and driving high-impact programmes within higher education. I specialise in ecosystem development, strategic partnerships, and creating sustainable pathways that enable student-led startups to thrive within and beyond the university environment. With over 20 years of multidisciplinary work experience and more than six years in business and leadership coaching, I empower individuals and teams to realise personal growth and organisational success. My coaching centres on leadership resilience, entrepreneurial mindsets, wellbeing, and transformational thinking that elevates performance. Passionate about shaping the next generation of leaders and innovators, I design and facilitate tailored programmes, workshops, and immersive learning experiences that drive sustainable growth, unlock potential, and strengthen Africa’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
• Managing the university business incubator and fostering a collaborative ecosystem for students, researchers, mentors, and investors. • Driving the university's innovation agenda by identifying and accelerating high-potential startups. • Translating students novel ideas into sustainable ventures and contributing to economic growth. • Building a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem aligned with the university's strategic objectives.
- Provide coaching and support to student entrepreneurs throughout the entire entrepreneurial process, from ideation to product market entry, fostering a hands-on learning environment. - Assist faculty in commercializing high-potential research, facilitating the transition from academic concepts to viable market solutions. - Employ a coaching philosophy focused on personal development, empowering students to overcome challenges and enhance their entrepreneurial and leadership capabilities. - Design and manage experiential learning exercises and workshops that cultivate student entrepreneurship and leadership skills and yield transformative and impactful learning experiences. - Facilitate networking opportunities and connections between students, industry professionals, and potential investors to enhance student startups development and sustained success.
• Develop personalized wellness programs for individuals and teams to achieve wellness goals and optimize performance. • Facilitate the development and implementation of a wellness vision, goal setting, and action plans to drive success in health and wellbeing. • Utilize coaching skills to empower clients to make sustainable lifestyle changes for long-term wellness benefits.
- Established and lead EMPOWER Coaching, a coaching practice focused on empowering leaders and entrepreneurs to identify and overcome limiting beliefs that hinder their personal and professional growth. - Provide tailored coaching sessions that equip clients with effective tools and strategies to enhance performance and achieve their goals across various life domains. - Foster a supportive and motivational environment, encouraging clients to unlock their full potential through personalized development plans and ongoing support. - Implement workshops and seminars designed to cultivate leadership skills, resilience, wellbeing, and a growth and success-oriented mindset among participants, resulting in tangible improvements in client outcomes. - Utilize evidence-based methodologies to track progress and facilitate accountability, ensuring clients remain committed to their growth and development
• Coached MBA and PGDip students to excel academically and beyond, identifying strengths and overcoming obstacles. • Developed personalized coaching programs to enhance leadership skills and achieve academic goals. • Implemented innovative techniques to motivate and inspire students to reach their full potential.
- Founded and operated Bluegrass Trading, specializing in the wellness, beauty, and retail sectors, with focus on innovative product solutions and retail strategies underpinned by exceptional customer experience. - Developed and implemented business strategies that drive growth and enhance market presence within the competitive wellness and beauty industry. - Cultivated strong relationships with suppliers and partners to source high-quality products, ensuring alignment with consumer trends and preferences. - Oversaw all aspects of business operations, including marketing, sales, and customer service to create a seamless customer experience. - Conducted market research to identify emerging trends and customer needs, adapting product offerings to maintain a competitive edge in the retail landscape. - Managed a diverse team of staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that facilitates employee engagement, wellbeing, and professional development. - Implemented training workshops and performance evaluations to enhance team skills and productivity, driving overall business success.