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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.