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I'm the Chief Risk Officer and a founding member at Tsa Afrika Resources & Projects, a Pan-African risk assurance firm. With 20 years in corporate investment banking, I specialize in ICT, Product, and Financial Services, while my main focus is on technology, digitization services, and risk assurance across corporate, public, medium enterprises, and entrepreneurs.

I am the Founder of South Africa’s Leading Business Plan Company, specializing in assisting entrepreneurs with securing funding. I've written hundreds of bankable plans across 125 markets for startups and existing companies. My expertise lies in designing financial models and performing comprehensive business analyses to attract funding. I guide entrepreneurs, ensuring they navigate the funding landscape successfully.

For the past decade, I've collaborated with inspiring entrepreneurs, aiding in business plans and funding pitches. I've trained entrepreneurs in crafting competition-ready business plans, and I proudly mentored a competition winner. Engaging in the Supplier Development Programme, I've actively contributed to supplier growth. As a seasoned executive, I bring expertise in finance, HR, and technology, consistently translating strategic vision into successful operational outcomes.

In transforming a local training center into a national college, I immersed myself in entrepreneurship. After selling my college, I now mentor, train, and advise aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners through DoBetter.Business. For almost a decade, I've shared my experience, knowledge, and expertise, supporting startups and SMEs. Explore innovative small business ideas and receive entrepreneurial guidance tailored to fuel your success journey.

Experienced in Governance with a master's degree from Wits University, I specialize in research, drafting business plans, and proposals for SMEs and entrepreneurs. As a mentor, I guide businesses in securing 100% funding by meeting all criteria. A seasoned Management Consultant, I focus on social innovation and economic development, adept in Strategic Planning, Business Modeling, Business Development, and Growth Strategy Implementation for SMEs.

For nearly a decade, I've assisted entrepreneurs in expanding their businesses, organizations, and careers by leveraging five core principles of success in business, leadership, and career development. With my experience, I provide mentorship to excel in your personal and professional journey. I've guided diverse entrepreneurs to success by honing skills, focusing on goals, and breaking through obstacles. Let's achieve your full potential together

I bring over 10 years of expertise in appraising, negotiating, and closing finance transactions. My specialization lies in securing infrastructure funding for entrepreneurs in SA and Africa, creating development impact projects, and effectively using financial models to drive success. My experience extends to leading, initiating, and developing new business strategies and opportunities, ensuring a consistent pipeline of development impact.

I am an experienced entrepreneur, SME finance expert, and business management consultant with many years of experience supporting startups and early-stage SMEs to establish themselves, grow, and expand. I specialize in recognizing both immediate opportunities and potential problems before they arise by assessing both the business and the relationship with the entrepreneur. My expertise lies in guiding businesses through the critical phases of development, ensuring their survival and success.

As a dynamic mentor, I serve as the Managing Director of Ulwazi Business Management, specializing in Entrepreneurship, Business Start-Up, Business Growth, and Business Plan Development. Moreover, I have previously worked as Seda's "Provincial Mentor" and have conducted webinars on the Art of Pitching. I am well-equipped to assist SMEs and entrepreneurs in perfecting their pitches for funding.

I'm Rick Kingma, a seasoned hospitality and restaurant industry professional with over 35 years of experience. Leveraging the 80/20 principle, I provide tailored mentorship to entrepreneurs in the hospitality sector, focusing on key factors for business success. Let's collaborate to elevate your ventures and achieve sustainable growth.