Who We Are

Retail is in my blood and I’m passionate about helping businesses to win in the retail space. I have extensive experience in helping teams move their relationships from transactional to strategic partnerships.

I am a chartered accountant and have held directorships in Finance, Supply Chain, HR, Customer Development, Commercial (Marketing, Sales, R&D, Foodservices, Global Exports) and Global Customer Management.

I lived in the UK for just more than 4 years where I was responsible for managing a portfolio of Global Customers (Tesco, Auchan and Costco-Europe). During this time, I travelled frequently to Europe, China and Thailand and worked with the local teams to win with these Customers in their local markets.

I have managed and facilitated global capability programs, transforming face-to-face training programs into virtual and E-learning formats. Companies I have worked for include: PricewaterhouseCoopers (3yrs), Imperial Cargo (5yrs), Kimberly-Clark (9,5yrs), Irvin & Johnson (2,5yrs) and Johnson & Johnson (6yrs – 4yrs in UK).

I’m a self-starter, who likes helping businesses improve through simplification and an absolute focus on key opportunities. I am also tenacious and don’t give up until the job is done.

I have 27 years Food Retail (FMCG) experience, the last 7yrs as Food Buying Director for the Shoprite Checkers Group. I have extensive operational management experience in Food Retailing from working within the regional / divisional team.

I have worked in various markets in Africa, including South Africa, Zambia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland and Lesotho. I believe there are still many opportunities to drive retail growth within Africa and I want to help businesses (Suppliers and Retailers) looking to expand or just improve their operations/performance on the African continent.

After having worked for many years on the buying-side, I am now enjoying also working with manufacturers/suppliers to understand what is important for the Retailers and how they can improve their own performance.

I have 6 years experience at Managing Director and Customer Executive level in FMCG with 10 years experience at Senior Sales level. With a MBA Stellenbosch Business School and Hons Biokinetics (Univ of Potchestroom).

I have managed customers such as Shoprite Group, Spar Group, PnP Group, Massmart, Independents and Wholesale, Foodservices and Forecourts. I have worked for Libstar (5yrs), Polyoak (2yrs), Ceres Fruit Juices (6yrs) and Premier Foods (5yrs).

My passion is Sales Strategy and Customer Relationships, helping clients develop and succeed at both category growth and being relevant in the eyes of the customer.

I have more than 30 years experience in the FMCG industry specialising in Sales, Customer and Strategy. With more than 20 years experience at Director and Executive level with experience across Perishables, Snacks, Beverages, Healthcare and Personal Care Categories.

With a MDP from Unisa School of Business. I've worked for companies such as : BRM (2yrs), RCL (2yrs), AVI (15yrs), Aspen (4yrs), Tiger Brands (5yrs) and Unilver (5yrs).

I am keen to share my extensive knowledge and experience in this exciting and ever changing industry. My passion is to develop high performing teams and individuals.

I was Head of Africa Exports for Libstar Group for 4 years where I managed 12 countries. I head up the Key Account Management, Distributor and Agent Management, and Market and Category Insights. I also have 7 years experience in FMCG production and supply chain.

Studied BSc Hons in Winemaking, Viticulture and Soils Science at Stellenbosch University.
I worked for Companies such as Libstar (4yrs), Elvin Beverages (2yrs), Chamonix Wine and Water (3yrs).

I love working across Africa, helping clients to identify opportunities and develop market solutions. I am passionate about finding the best distributors and working with them to develop sustainable business.

I have extensive experience in logistics and supply chain management, operations, strategic business development, brand management and building and leading teams. With a proven track record generating increased revenue, enhancing the bottom line and reducing costs and growing business units through effective business strategies resulting in long-term sustainable growth.

I have 23 years’ experience across the value chain from Buy to Sell side at a Director level and have also worked in industries such as petro-chemical, FMCG, Retail, Cosmetics and Beauty, Agriculture, Logistics and Consulting. I worked for companies such as Sasol, PepsiCo, Kraft Foods and Imperial Logistics.

I also lecture at Stellenbosch University for the Logistics Faculty specialising in Procurement and Supply Management.

I have 32 years experience within Customer Development and Marketing. During which I worked at Johnson & Johnson SA as Head of Shopper Marketing and Category management. I had Category Development, Brand marketing and Customer Management roles at Unilever. I also unlocked Customer Growth Opportunities via Strategic partnerships with Shoprite/Checkers, Clicks, Dis-Chem, Pick ‘n Pay, Spar, Game, Makro and Pep. I drove Category and Brand growth by connecting with shoppers at multiple points along the shopper path to purchase. I was involved in Perfect Store development and implementation across multiple Categories, Channels and Customers. I managed Consumer and/or Customer Marketing Organisation and Skills Development Programmes for Coca-Cola and Kimberly-Clark and developed and implemented Customer, Shopper and Brand marketing strategies.
I worked at Johnson & Johnson SA for 6 years, Tracy Vogel & Associates as Consumer & Customer Marketing Consultant for 11 years as well as Unilever for 15 years.
I received a Bachelor’s degree of Business Science (B. Bus Sc.), Marketing and Marketing Research majors at University of Cape Town.
I’m passionate about brands, customers and the people that manage them. I enjoy developing their skills and helping them to work together to better meet the needs of shoppers and consumers, thereby achieving mutual and personal growth.