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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 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.

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.

As an experienced Business Development Expert, I navigate the SME landscape, foster company growth, and forge lasting industry relationships. Committed to customer satisfaction, I leverage expertise to facilitate access to funding, training, and development opportunities for entrepreneurs and SMEs. With a strong background in leading Enterprise and Supplier Development programs and in managing Business Incubation Centers, I bring valuable insights and organizational skills for 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.

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.

I co-founded Skywalk Innovations, a software engineering company with a decade of successful operations across six countries spanning three continents. Additionally, I co-founded Skywalk Ventures, a Venture Building firm aimed at supporting early-stage tech startups and entrepreneurs in launching their products to market.

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.

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.