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Co-Founder of Tholo Leads the Way
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Hi, I am Steven Wayne Nicholls. Book your first free session to discover a dedicated professional with over 20 years of expertise in business, education, and mentoring. My journey from the formal job sector to becoming a financially independent entrepreneur includes pioneering innovative business solutions and progressive products and services. Understanding entrepreneurial challenges, I offer customized solutions, constructive feedback, and advice. Let's work together to unlock your full potential and achieve your goals.

R490 / 30Mins
Managing Partner at 8th Season Capital
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Thabo has over 21 years’ investment management, financials services and entrepreneurial experience in South Africa and across the African continent. He is currently Managing Partner at 8th Season Capital, a firm providing capital raising services for SMEs and startups, as well as investment advisory/management for individual and institutional investors.

R500 / 30Mins
Director at KGS Express
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I am an experienced business mentor who can assist entrepreneurs with business development or restructuring their current business. I can help with raising funds, drafting contracts, implementing effective cash flow strategies, refining operations procedures, and enhancing business skills and planning.

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Independent Consultant
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I have worked with SMEs and Entrepreneurs for the past 15 years in terms of funding, finance readiness, investing, and operations. Having operated on both sides (running a small business as well as financing and assisting small business) I am well-suited to guiding small businesses in starting a business, growing a business, financing a business, and optimising a business. My role is to simplify the complex world of finance for the small business owner so that they can focus.

R650 / 60Mins
MD of Broom Tree Capital
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Hello, I am Andre. With significant experience across diverse industries and business disciplines, I excel in upscaling, turnaround strategies, mergers and acquisitions, mentorship and coaching, raising capital, and comprehensive strategic planning. My expertise extends to supporting entrepreneurs and SMEs in navigating their business ventures.

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CEO / Programme Manager at Private-i Corp
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I assist enterprises in strategic business planning and execution as well as growth opportunities through one-on-one coaching, mentorship, facilitation and project management. My focus is to provide high quality/high touch service to clients, knowing my combined success is in helping theses clients to be more successful.

R1,500 / 60Mins
Founder of Kleiner Apex SA (Pty ) Ltd
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I am a business advisor, qualified and certified NLP life, Business and Executive Coach who also offers short courses in investments and entrepreneurship. I have a unique blend of qualifications and skills, being a Chartered Financial analyst (CFA/ASIP), a chartered Accountant (FCCA/CA), a qualified venture capitalist and fund manager, a Transport and logistics major and Mechanical Engineer by training (basically a Polymath) and so able to offer a multiview advise across all areas of business. As a venture capitalist, transaction advisor, and investment executive, I've successfully led growth initiatives in small to medium-sized organisations, from inception to exits

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Founder of The Human Entrepreneur
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1️⃣ Are you running out of answers? 2️⃣ Working harder and getting fewer results? 3️⃣ Stuck on how to move forward? If you are a new or established entrepreneur or want to start a side hustle, I can help get the results you want with less risk, cost and time. I am Willem, an award-winning business and startup coach and mentor. As the recipient of the esteemed 🏆 Startup Mentor of the Year 2023, I bring 25 years of entrepreneurial experience. I offer a unique human-centered perspective on entrepreneurship and business development. I don't build businesses; I develop the people who build successful businesses. 👉 Book a FREE 30-minute chemistry session today.

R4,997 / 120Mins
Founder of Ohsome Labs
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As a driven entrepreneur, I'm passionate about seeing SMEs not just survive but thrive. With experience ranging from small businesses to some of South Africa's largest corporations, I offer valuable insights into business operations. I leverage this expertise to help SMEs and entrepreneurs navigate and manage their businesses successfully. My services include product development, marketing, branding, positioning, sales, and systems automation, tailored to drive growth and success.

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Founder and CEO of IKAMVA SBS
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**Themba Mtsali** is a prominent media entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of **Sounds Divine Studios** and **Showflix Africa**. Overcoming early speech challenges, he developed a passion for storytelling and innovation. Under his leadership, Sounds Divine Studios has excelled in high-quality MC services and media content, while Showflix Africa aims to become the "African Netflix" and the "BET of Africa." Committed to values of innovation, empowerment, and spiritual growth, Themba is dedicated to building a legacy of excellence and community impact.

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