Professional Speakers

Emma Sadleir is a South African attorney specialising in social media and communications law. She holds a BA LLB from the University of the Witwatersrand and an LLM in Information Technology, Media and Communications Law from the London School of Economics. She advises corporates, schools and universities on defamation, privacy, cyberbullying, intellectual property and reputational risk. A published author, her books include Don’t Film Yourself Having Sex… And Other Legal Advice for the Age of Social Media and Selfies, Sexts and Smartphones. Sadleir delivers corporate addresses, workshops and training on responsible digital conduct and risk management.

Grant Pattison is a leading conference speaker, leadership keynote presenter and retail innovation expert with more than 30 years’ executive experience in Africa. A UCT First-Class Honours graduate in Electrical Engineering, he spent four years as a Senior EVP of Walmart South Africa & Massmart, where he gained deep insider knowledge of Walmart’s global strategy. He led Game, Makro and Builders Warehouse, driving localisation and supplier development. With Walmart set to launch branded stores in South Africa in 2025, Grant offers unmatched insight into retail disruption. Today, as he inspires audiences on leadership, business growth and economic transformation.

Subashnee Moodley is the Managing Director and Board Chair of one of Durban's longest-established law firms with a heritage of over a century. She advises listed and privately held companies on regulatory risk, ethics and long term strategy. Her work spans complex transactions, dispute resolution and board advisory, with particular focus on strengthening accountability at executive level. She is an active advocate for greater representation in leadership and mentors emerging professionals across the legal sector. For event organisers, she offers considered perspectives on authentic leadership, inclusive decision making and building resilient, people centred organisations in demanding markets. Her insights are grounded in boardroom practice and cross sector legal experience.

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Cape-based André de Wet is a seasoned South African entrepreneur, digital commerce strategist, and keynote speaker with over 25 years of experience shaping online business in Africa. Best known as the former CEO of PriceCheck, where he led the platform to international recognition as the world’s “Best Mobile App,” André has since built and scaled ventures across e-commerce, fintech, and digital platforms. Today, as CEO of Flood, he drives mobile payments and rewards innovation used daily by millions. A sought-after corporate speaker, he delivers actionable insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and digital transformation that inspire growth-focused audiences worldwide.

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Farai is a moderator, MC, speaker and strategic partnerships leader focused on education, employment and digital capability. She serves as Partnerships Lead for Canva Africa, driving collaborations across education, youth ecosystems, government and corporate partners to expand access to visual learning. She previously held senior roles at Accenture Development Partnerships and the Youth Employment Service, leading initiatives connecting young people to work and skills pathways. Ntuli has moderated for ITWeb, Binance and the Presidential Youth Employment Intervention, and is a TEDx speaker, bringing structured insight to conversations on work, skills and innovation.

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Mark Immelman is a renowned golf coach, broadcaster, and PGA TOUR analyst with an extensive career spanning the amateur and professional ranks. He is a leading voice for CBS Sports, NBC Golf Channel, and PGA TOUR LIVE, sharing insights alongside golf's biggest stars, including Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, and Jon Rahm. As a coach, he’s mentored Major Champions like Louis Oosthuizen and Charl Schwartzel. Known for his storytelling style and deep understanding of the game, Mark offers an exceptional experience for corporate golf events, client entertainment, and speaking engagements. His expertise and passion make him a sought-after figure in golf.

Fifi Peters is one of Africa’s most respected financial journalists and a prominent voice on global and African business trends. A former senior anchor at CNBC Africa and host of SAfm Market Update, she has reported from the World Economic Forum in Davos and regularly leads high-level conversations with global CEOs, policymakers and economists. With a degree in Economics and Journalism from Rhodes University, and credentials from LSE, GIBS and the SAIFM, Fifi brings both depth and clarity to every platform. A reputable moderator, speaker and programme director, she is trusted by institutions like the UN, World Bank and multinational corporates for strategic events and summits.

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An author, entrepreneur and economic activist focused on township and informal economies. Raised in rural KwaZulu-Natal and fluent in isiZulu, he built his career at the intersection of grassroots markets and formal commerce. His work examines route-to-market realities, informal trade structures and the lived dynamics of rural and urban economic systems. He has written four books exploring informal enterprise, economic marginalisation and consumer behaviour beyond the formal sector. He now advises organisations on market access, distribution strategy and the commercial logic of informal enterprise, translating lived insight into practical frameworks for sustainable growth in emerging markets.

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