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An entrepreneur who transformed a fictional television character into a functioning food brand, he built a restaurant and mobile catering business rooted in township enterprise. He later launched a food accelerator supporting emerging hospitality entrepreneurs, providing structured mentorship and market access. With a Master’s degree in Business and an early career in information technology, he combines operational discipline with brand insight. He speaks on entrepreneurship, inclusive growth, township economies and scalable business models, drawing on lived experience of building ventures from concept to revenue in constrained environments for established companies and development institutions.

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A communications strategist and narrative adviser with more than twenty five years’ experience, she co founded and leads a pan African public relations and advisory firm. Her work spans Africa, Europe and the United States, including advisory mandates linked to multilateral institutions and philanthropic foundations, and involvement in resource mobilisation efforts during the Ebola response. An adjunct professor at a European business school and author of two books on influence and African markets, she addresses narrative strategy, cultural intelligence and reputation management, equipping senior leaders to communicate with clarity, context and credibility in complex environments.

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With more than 25 years in financial services, his experience spans banking, fintech and large scale business operations across multiple markets. He has led card and payments strategy at executive level and currently serves as chief executive within a listed technology driven financial services group. A graduate of Harvard’s Advanced Management Program and an MBA holder from Henley Business School, he writes and speaks on ethical leadership, culture, performance and transformation. His book Blazing a Trail reflects his focus on values based leadership and societal impact, themes that resonate strongly with boards and senior executives navigating complexity.

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London-based Lionel Marumahoko is a globally respected business strategist, keynote speaker, and corporate advisor with over 25 years’ experience leading high-impact growth at The Coca-Cola Company and beyond. As Managing Partner of BPL Africa Connect, he advises multinationals on market entry, transformation, and expansion across more than 50 countries. His leadership spans mergers, IPO readiness, and operational excellence across technology, FMCG, and agri-tech sectors. A compelling speaker on strategy, sustainability, and African growth, Lionel also serves on global boards advancing innovation, digital inclusion, and youth development. His sharp insight and real-world expertise make him a standout choice for corporate events worldwide.

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A stand-up comedian, actor and live event host, he has built a career defined by stage craft and cross-cultural reach. He gained national attention through a televised comedy competition and has since performed internationally, including appearances at the Laugh Factory in Los Angeles and the Just for Laughs festival in Canada. In 2024, he received the 'Comedian of the Year' honour at the Savanna Comics’ Choice Awards. His work across live performance, television and large-scale events positions him as a considered choice for conferences, awards evenings and executive gatherings.

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Recognised as a boardroom strategist and transformation leader, he has built a career spanning technology, telecommunications and large scale corporate renewal. He is currently the Chairperson of the Eskom board and leads a global technology consulting firm, while serving on several listed company boards. As chief executive in both telecoms and diversified technology groups, he executed complex turnarounds that restored profitability and market confidence. A Yale World Fellow and bestselling author of Betting on a Darkie, he speaks on leadership, resilience, governance and tech enabled growth for executive audiences. His perspective combines operational depth with strategic foresight for modern markets.

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A technology strategist and transformation advisor with more than 17 years in digital innovation, he works with senior leaders navigating large scale change. He previously held executive roles in global consulting before founding a digital product laboratory later acquired after a decade of growth. His client portfolio has included multinational brands across technology, telecommunications and consumer sectors. Author of Tech Adjacent and The Adaptability Code, he focuses on practical frameworks that help non technical executives respond to disruption, redesign operating models and build adaptable organisations prepared for sustained technological and market shifts.

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Based in Cape Town, Stix is the Springboks senior assistant coach, specialising in backline strategy and performance culture. He has been part of the national setup since 2016. During that period the team secured Rugby World Cup titles in 2019 and 2023, with his remit centred on attacking systems, player development and cohesion under pressure. Appointed to the role in his mid thirties, he became one of the youngest coaches at that level. His coaching philosophy emphasises merit, clarity of role and collective accountability. For executive audiences, he translates elite preparation, succession planning and high performance alignment into practical leadership insight for complex organisations.

Nick Mallett is an acclaimed rugby strategist and corporate speaker, renowned for guiding the Springboks to a record 17-Test winning streak, including the 1998 Tri Nations title. A multilingual former international coach for South Africa, Italy, and France’s Stade Français, Nick brings unmatched global perspective to leadership, resilience, and performance. He is a polished and engaging commentator on SuperSport and a sought-after keynote speaker and after-dinner guest at corporate events. With deep insight into high-performance teams and pressure leadership, Mallett captivates audiences with compelling narratives drawn from elite sport. Based in Cape Town, he continues to inspire both locally and abroad.

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Cape-based Nico is a seasoned South African actor, TV presenter and producer with more than 20 years of experience across film, theatre and television. Best known as the engaging host of 'Survivor South Africa' since 2009, Nico brings gravitas and polish to every stage and screen. A passionate humanitarian, he serves as voluntary chair of both Missing Children SA and My Father’s House community kitchen. His warm presence, professional versatility, and proven appeal to diverse audiences make him a compelling choice for corporate speaker bookings, high-impact MC duties, and meaningful event engagements.

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Nik is a Business Science graduate who built a career in stand up comedy, broadcast satire and live event hosting. Based in Cape Town, he is known for multilingual performances that move between English, Afrikaans and Xhosa, he interrogates politics, sport and social change with precision and pace. His solo theatre productions have toured internationally, while his television work has included hosting a weekly current affairs satire programme. On stage he combines structured analysis with improvisation, making him effective as both headline act and moderator for complex conferences, award ceremonies and executive forums. Event organisers value his preparation, timing and ability to read a room carefully.

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A published author and former attorney, she speaks candidly about addiction, incarceration and rebuilding credibility after conviction for white collar crime. Her memoir, FRAUD: How Prison Set Me Free, documents heroin dependency, imprisonment and the structured personal reform that followed. Drawing on lived experience rather than theory, she addresses accountability, ethical decision making and the psychology of self deception in high pressure environments. For executive audiences navigating risk, governance and culture, she offers a grounded examination of consequence, responsibility and recovery. Event organisers book her for measured, unsensational insight into failure, rehabilitation and sustained behavioural change.

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