Thatho Koyana

Bcom Hons Economics | UCT Economics and Statistics Graduate|Harvard Aspire Leadership graduate | Portfolio Coodrdinator of the UCT Consulting Club | Aspiring Management Consultant

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

About

A Economics and Statistics graduate who is eager to use analytical skills to address strategic challenges and drive business growth. Passionate about consulting and quantitative analysis, I am committed to enhancing organizational success through innovative problem-solving and strategic insight, with a goal of creating meaningful, generational impact. Opportunities of interest include management consulting, data analytics, economic research, and strategy roles across both corporate and development sectors.

Experience

  • UCT Consulting Club (Full-time · 1 yr 2 mos)
    • Portfolio Coordinator
      Sep 2025 - Present · 8 mos

    • Secretary General
      Mar 2025 - Oct 2025 · 8 mos

      Managed communications and scheduling for club members, streamlining operations and communications Maintained official documentation, meeting minutes, and strategic planning materials for institutional continuity and administration bookings

  • Media Intern at Financial Insight Zambia
    Feb 2025 - Present · 1 yr 3 mos

    Creating multimedia content and assisting in high-level interviews to enhance client visibility at Coporate events , including both photography and reel editing

  • Founder and Head Make up Artist at ForHisGlory
    Jan 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 4 mos

    Founded and manage a growing makeup artistry business, overseeing branding, client acquisition, and operational strategy. Provide makeup services for events and photoshoots while managing marketing, budgeting, and social media outreach. Applied entrepreneurial and creative skills to build a loyal clientele and ensure business sustainability.

  • Design Thinking Internship at Hasso Plattner d-school Afrika at the University of Cape Town
    Nov 2024 - Nov 2024 · 1 mo

    Co-developed a strategy to enhance mental health engagement for NGO through user-centric design and research. Analyzed survey and interview data to assess impact and formulated practical recommendations to drive behavioral change.

  • University of Cape Town (On-site)
    • Graca Machell Residence Mentor
      Jan 2023 - Nov 2023 · 11 mos

      Advising on academic performance and balancing academic pressure .

    • Cashier
      Jan 2023 - Feb 2023 · 2 mos

      Provided customer services to about 20 -30 customers daily at Jeans Kitchen