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I am an accomplished business leader with an incoming Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA), specializing in "Leveraging the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) to Advance Women-Led Agribusinesses." Holding an MBA and a Certified Director qualification from the Institute of Directors, I bring strategic leadership and governance expertise. With 18 years in leadership and 10 as an entrepreneur, I excel in business consulting. As CEO of Acumind Consulting and Hazile Group, I drive sustainable practices. My roles on boards and community initiatives reflect my commitment to empowerment and diversity. Let me guide your business to success with tailored mentorship and strategic insights

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.

I am a successful business leader with over 20 years of experience in Business Development, Account Management, and Marketing across various service industries. I have coached and mentored entrepreneurs in achieving business objectives, as well as provided guidance to MBA students and various business founders. My purpose is to coach entrepreneurs in identifying their strengths to achieve both business and personal growth.

I am widely recognised as a successful business leader and strategic thinker, with extensive experience in various industries and sectors globally. My track record includes overseeing successful initiatives in both the private and public sectors, focusing on legal and business strategy. As an angel investor, I have achieved remarkable results, boasting a 69.5% IRR from 9 out of 15 investments. I actively mentor aspiring entrepreneurs to help them realise their goals.

I am an experienced Investment Professional with over 15 years in finance, specialising in Equity Investment Analysis, Valuation, Financial Modelling, Portfolio Management, Risk Management, and Economic & Market Research. I hold extensive knowledge of global and local financial markets, commodity markets, and diverse economic sectors. Committed to supporting entrepreneurs in navigating investment complexities.

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