My own experience and learning as a business owner, has given insight and understanding in mentoring and coaching individuals and SMME’s in navigating their business journey. With over 24 years in both corporate and non-profit sectors, I have used my expertise and skills to achieve success. I have proven Management experience in the following industries: Education, Training & development, Banking, NGO’s, SMME development and Regional Branch Manager of a National Social Enterprise. Career highlights include: C The management and delivery of Financial Literacy programmes in underprivileged communities in the Western and Northern Cape. C The design and delivery of development and mentoring programmes for informal and micro enterprises in the areas of food security, women on farms and informal settlements. C Spearheading a Community Impact initiative in collaboration with Community and Faith based organisations to increase financial literacy and well-being through alternative income-generating opportunities. C Key role-player in writing funding proposals and securing international funding and donors for youth focussed non-profit. C Successful roll-out and launch of Gauteng Branch of a national Social Enterprise, overseeing the operational function and financial performance with a 6 figure annual budget. I am passionate about socio-economic upliftment and have worked with numerous power partners in the Northern Cape, Western Cape, KZN & Gauteng to fulfill this passion.