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Heads Talk258 - Wangeci Kanjama, Group CFO: BRICS Series, Spiro - Explorer and Adopters of New Technology, By NatureLet us know your thoughts. Send us a Text Message. Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title:đ°đȘExplorer and Adopters of New Technology, By Natuređ°đȘAnother insightful episode of Heads Talk today. It was such a pleasure to speak with my guest today. I found her content incredibly thoughtful and walked away with a much deeper understanding of the fintech, finance, and growth landscape in East Africa, especially their sharp focus on strategic partnerships.Wangeci Kanjama is the CFO of Spiro, a pan-Africa...2025-07-0646 min
The TechAfrica News PodcastEP.04 | Ralph Mupita on MTNâs Playbook: AI, Fintech, and the Race to Connect AfricaIn this episode, Ralph Mupita, President and CEO of MTN Group, joins TechAfrica Newsâ Chief Editor and Founder, Akim Benamara for a candid conversation on the evolving role of telecoms in shaping Africaâs digital economy.Africaâs digital growth goes beyond connectivityâit's a complex journey marked by economic challenges, fragmented regulations, and limitless innovation. Telecoms are no longer just infrastructure providers, but key drivers of digital economies, financial inclusion, and how the next billion Africans live and work online.From weathering macroeconomic storms in Nigeria to building fintech platforms, driving regulatory reform, and explorin...2025-05-1931 min
FUCASTFucast #47 | Os desafios do CFO moderno, com AntĂŽnio Garcia (Embraer)O Brasil estĂĄ cruzando fronteiras, e voando alto! âïžNo episĂłdio de estreia da segunda temporada, recebemos AntĂŽnio Garcia, CFO da Embraer, o gigante brasileiro da aviação, que hoje Ă© a 3ÂȘ maior fabricante de jatos comerciais do mundo e lĂder absoluta no segmento de atĂ© 130 assentos.Fundada hĂĄ 56 anos no Brasil, a Embraer expandiu suas operaçÔes para quatro continentes, com unidades industriais, centros de distribuição e escritĂłrios nas AmĂ©ricas, Ăfrica, Ăsia e Europa.Neste bate-papo, exploramos os desafios do CFO moderno, um car...2025-04-3038 min
Ask A CFO podcast seriesEpisode 15: Chad Wellman, CFO Africa & Middle East, General MotorsIn this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Chad Wellman, CFO for Africa and the Middle East at General Motors. They explore Chad's career journey through different roles within General Motors, as well as how a creative background can be a powerful asset for achieving success as a financial leader.2025-04-1640 min
Ask A CFO podcast seriesAsk A CFO Episode 15: Chad Wellman, CFO Africa & Middle East, General MotorsIn this episode, Sophie Jackson talks to Chad Wellman, CFO for Africa and the Middle East at General Motors. They explore Chadâs career journey through different roles within General Motors, as well as how a creative background can be a powerful asset for achieving success as a financial leader.2025-04-1640 min
What's Next with Aki AnastasiouSageâs Jordaan Burger on how the CFO role is evolvingIn this Whatâs Next with Aki Anastasiou interview, Jordaan Burger discusses the modern challenges facing CFOs.
Burger is the Sage Vice President of Finance for the Africa, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific region, and has worked in the finance industry for over 20 years.
He joined Sage in 2019 as the Financial Director for the Africa and Middle East region, and was promoted to his current position in 2021.
In this Whatâs Next interview, Burger discusses how the CFO role is evolving in South Africa.
He unpacks the new challenges and responsibilities that have emerged, and explains how these changes have led...2025-04-1422 min
Proactive - Interviews for investorsChariot CFO on $175M financing and 75MW solar projectChariot Ltd (AIM:CHAR, OTC:OIGLF) chief financial officer Julian Maurice-Williams takes Proactive's Stephen Gunnion through two major announcements from the company's renewable division.
The first announcement covers the financing closure of Etana Energy, Chariotâs electricity trading joint venture in South Africa. The financing totals $175 million, with backing from institutions like Norfund and Standard Bank, Africa's biggest bank. Maurice-Williams explained, âEtana is fully funded, and this strengthens its balance sheet, making it bankable and creditworthy.â
The second update is a power purchase agreement for a 75-megawatt solar project in South Africa, with electricity to be traded through Etana. This projec...2025-03-1806 min
The King Dems Podcast | Growth Mindset, Leadership and Smart Business StrategiesFuturist Finance Mastery: AI, Quantum Computing & DeFi for Banking 2030 w/ Brett King2025-03-151h 10The King Dems Podcast | Growth Mindset, Leadership and Smart Business StrategiesUnlocking Human Potential: How Septimics Can Transform Your Life & Relationships| Jim Marshall| #72In this enlightening episode of The King Dems Podcast, host Ademola Odewade welcomes the remarkable Jim Marshall, a distinguished polymath, human development engineer, and the innovative mind behind the revolutionary philosophic system known as Septimics. Jim Marshall, an extraordinary thinker and author of Septimics: Hierarchies of Human Phenomena, shares his groundbreaking discoveries about understanding human behavior through natural laws.During this intriguing conversation, Jim explains how his decades of experience as a human development engineer led to discovering 35 universal scales that enable anyone to decode human phenomena, ranging from motivation and identity to relationships and spirituality. Learn how Septimics...2025-03-152h 04The King Dems Podcast | Growth Mindset, Leadership and Smart Business StrategiesMaking Healthy Choices: Medicine, Mindset, Lifestyle & Global Healthcare| Dr. Abduljabar Hamza| #67Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLhORRp6Emi5NeHsdxngrGQ/joinFollow us:âĄïž https://www.instagram.com/king_dems1/âĄïž https://www.instagram.com/kingdemspodcast/âĄïž https://www.instagram.com/growthelastic/đą The Truth About Healthcare, Surgery & Preventable Diseases | Dr. Hamza Unfiltered! âïžđ©ș đ Whatâs Holding Healthcare Back? The Shocking Truth from a Surgeonâs Perspective!đ„ Summary:In this eye-opening episode of The King Dems Podcast, Ademola Odewade sits down with Dr. Hamza, an accomplished Orthopedic Surgeon, to explore the realities of global healthcare, the challenges in surgical care accessibility, and the crucial role of lifestyle choices in disease prevention. From brain d...2025-03-0455 minThe King Dems Podcast | Growth Mindset, Leadership and Smart Business StrategiesHealthy Living Secrets: Women, Wellness & Well-being| Dr. Ivy Ilonzo| #66Follow us:https://www.instagram.com/king_dems1/https://www.instagram.com/kingdemspodcast/https://www.instagram.com/divyhealth/https://divyhealth.com/đ Healthy Living Secrets: What Social Media Wonât Tell You About Your Health! đ„đĄ Summary:In this thought-provoking episode of The King Dems Podcast, Ademola Odewade sits down with Dr. Ivy Ilonzo, a medical doctor and women's health advocate, to discuss the evolving landscape of global healthcare, public health, and preventive medicine. đâš Dr. Ilonzo shares her journey from medical school to public health...2025-03-032h 02
North Fulton Business RadioThe Role and Impact of a Fractional CFO, with Stan Alhadeff, Business CFO for HireThe Role and Impact of a Fractional CFO, with Stan Alhadeff, Business CFO for Hire (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 848) In this episode of North Fulton Business Radio, host John Ray interviews Stan Alhadeff, an outside fractional CFO from Business CFO for Hire. Stan shares his journey from South Africa to the U.S. and [âŠ]
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North Fulton Business RadioThe Role and Impact of a Fractional CFO, with Stan Alhadeff, Business CFO for HireThe Role and Impact of a Fractional CFO, with Stan Alhadeff, Business CFO for Hire (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 848) In this episode of North Fulton Business Radio, host John Ray interviews Stan Alhadeff, an outside fractional CFO from Business CFO for Hire. Stan shares his journey from South Africa to the U.S. and [âŠ] The post The Role and Impact of a Fractional CFO, with Stan Alhadeff, Business CFO for Hire appeared first on Business RadioX Âź.2025-03-0331 min
North Fulton Business RadioThe Role and Impact of a Fractional CFO, with Stan Alhadeff, Business CFO for HireThe Role and Impact of a Fractional CFO, with Stan Alhadeff, Business CFO for Hire (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 848) In this episode of North Fulton Business Radio, host John Ray interviews Stan Alhadeff, an outside fractional CFO from Business CFO for Hire. Stan shares his journey from South Africa to the U.S. and [âŠ] The post The Role and Impact of a Fractional CFO, with Stan Alhadeff, Business CFO for Hire appeared first on Business RadioX Âź.2025-03-0331 minBusiness RadioX Âź NetworkThe Role and Impact of a Fractional CFO, with Stan Alhadeff, Business CFO for HireThe Role and Impact of a Fractional CFO, with Stan Alhadeff, Business CFO for Hire (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 848) In this episode of North Fulton Business Radio, host John Ray interviews Stan Alhadeff, an outside fractional CFO from Business CFO for Hire. Stan shares his journey from South Africa to the U.S. and [âŠ] The post The Role and Impact of a Fractional CFO, with Stan Alhadeff, Business CFO for Hire appeared first on Business RadioX Âź.2025-03-0331 minThe King Dems Podcast | Growth Mindset, Leadership and Smart Business StrategiesThe Real Deal: From Setbacks to Success â Mind of a Champion| Christian Oshodin| #64 |Part 2Follow us: â https://www.instagram.com/king_dems1/â â https://www.instagram.com/kingdemspodcast/â â https://www.instagram.com/oshodin100/â Summary:In this conversation, Ademola and Real Deal discuss the intricacies of boxing, including mental preparation, training regimens, and the evolution of the sport. Real Deal shares insights on handling pressure, the importance of fight IQ, and the various styles in boxing. They also touch on personal growth, overcoming adversity, and the significance of coaching and mentorship in the sport. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by athletes, particularly in Africa, a...2025-02-1745 minThe King Dems Podcast | Growth Mindset, Leadership and Smart Business StrategiesFrom Setbacks to Success: Champion Mindset & Financial Fitness w/ Christian OshodinDiscover how champion Christian Oshodin transformed setbacks into success by mastering a champion mindset & financial fitness. In this episode, host Ademola explores the mental preparation, training regimens & entrepreneurial lessons that turned challenges into stepping stones for greatness.âą Learn the champion mindset secrets: mental preparation, resilience & turning failure into fuel for success.âą Discover training regimens, fight IQ & discipline that bridge boxing & entrepreneurship, unlocking business growth.âą Hear Christianâs journey from setbacks to success & the lessons he shares for life, business & leadership.âą Explore the interplay of mindset, faith & family in building financial fitness & sustainable success.âą Uncover the power of authenticity, humility & giving back in achi...2025-02-1736 minThe King Dems Podcast | Growth Mindset, Leadership and Smart Business StrategiesCrowned by Faith: Rise of a King â Mindset, Leadership & Financial Freedom w/ Nkosi NdebeleDiscover Nkosi Ndebeleâs inspiring rise from humble beginnings to becoming a faith-driven leader and entrepreneur. This conversation explores how faith, mindset and leadership unlock resilience, community impact and financial freedom.âą Nkosiâs journey from adversity to becoming âKing of Many Nationsâ â building businesses & empowering communities.âą Role of faith, humility & gratitude in shaping strong leadership & purposeful success.âą Strategies for aligning mindset with mission: self-discipline, mental resilience & financial literacy.âą Combining visionary leadership with practical entrepreneurship, creating jobs & generational wealth.âą Encouraging listeners to embrace faith-driven growth, community service & financial fitness.Weâre in the global top 3% on ListenNotes thanks to you! Help us break into the top...2025-02-121h 01
Conversations with GofaoneDigital and Financial Inclusion with Vodacom CFO, Raisibe MorathiIn todayâs rapidly evolving financial landscape, the role of a CFO extends far beyond financial stewardshipâone can appreciate that itâs evolved to being about driving innovation, inclusion, and impact.In this episode, I sit down with Raisibe Morathi , Chief Financial Officer of Vodacom and recipient of the 2024 CFO of the Year award at the All Africa Business Leaders Awards. We explored how financial leadership intersects with digital transformation.With over 30 years of experience spanning investment banking, private equity, corporate lending, insurance, and ICT, Raisibe has navigated some o...2025-01-3007 min
Fintech LeadersPedro Arnt, CEO of dLocal â From MELI CFO to Leading a Multi-Billion Dollar Giant, Lessons from a Serial BuilderSend us a textMiguel Armaza interviews Pedro Arnt, CEO of dLocal (NASDAQ:DLO), a multi-billion dollar payments company that specializes in cross-border and local payments in emerging markets. Founded in Montevideo, Uruguay, dLocal today operates in 40 markets across Africa, Asia, and Latin America.Pedro has an impressive background and youâll learn a lot from him. Prior to his appointment as dLocal CEO, he spent 24 years at MELI and was the CFO of the company from 2011 to 2023. During his tenure as CFO, MELI had an amazing ru...2024-10-1545 min
Fieldfisher's PodcastAfrica Week 2024: A just transition? The role of natural gas in the transition and alleviation of energy poverty in AfricaIn this episode, Oliver Abel Smith, a Partner in Fieldfisher's London finance group, welcomes Nigel Penney, CFO of Aminex PLC, to discuss the company's operations in Tanzania as part of Fieldfisher's Africa Week 2024. Nigel shares insights on Aminex's focus on natural gas development, the challenges and opportunities of transitioning to low-carbon energy in Africa, and the company's commitment to ESG principles. The discussion highlights the importance of natural gas in alleviating energy poverty in Tanzania, addressing challenges faced by African countries, and ensuring community engagement while developing energy resources.2024-10-1427 min
Heads Talk219 - Sarah Wallace, CFO: Sports Series, British Olympic Association - Fiscal Fitness: CFO Insights on Team GBâs Paris 2024 PrepLet us know your thoughts. Send us a Text Message. Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: đŹđ§Fiscal Fitness: CFO Insights on Team GBâs Paris 2024 PrepđŹđ§As we prepare for the Olympics to commence at the end of the week, we speak with a member of the Executive Management of Team GB about the preparations, the new sustainability initiatives, and the acquisition of partners and sponsors. The Team GB brand ranks second only to the NHS in the UK. This is another epi...2024-07-2129 min
L'invitĂ© de CFO RadioAnka Africa : L'innovation technologique au cĆur de l'Afrique | Guillaume Darnaudet, Chief Financial Officer d'Anka AfricaGuillaume Darnaudet, CFO d'Anka Africa, nous partage son histoire personnelle, de sa naissance au Gabon Ă son retour en France Ă l'Ăąge de 12 ans. Il nous explique que cela a façonnĂ© son intĂ©rĂȘt pour l'Afrique. De plus, il Ă©voque son expĂ©rience chez VINCI en tant que ContrĂŽleur de gestion en GuinĂ©e Ă©quatoriale et parle de sa vie en tant qu'expatriĂ©. Par la suite, Guillaume Darnaudet dĂ©taille la genĂšse d'Anka Africa, son rĂŽle de CFO et les dĂ©fis que doivent relever les start-ups africaines. Il nous renseigne Ă©galement sur les enjeux liĂ©s Ă la digitali...2024-06-1217 min
A Modern Nonprofit PodcastEpisode 80: A Different Approach to Earned Income for NonprofitsJohn Renouard is the founder and executive director of the nonprofit organization, WHOlives. Like many nonprofit entrepreneurs, Johnâs career path wasnât centered around becoming a 501c(3) director. For him, the journey truly started after he became curious about his sonâs humanitarian and missionary work in Africa. The curiosity drove him and his wife to travel extensively through Mexico, Central America, and South America before diving deeper into exploration with a trip to Africa.Â
Through their previous trips, John had witnessed impoverished communities, but nothing comparable to the realities of 4am wake up calls...2024-02-0736 min
Executive Communities PodcastEmpowering the workforce, with Tsebo Solutions Chief People Officer Elanie KrugerIn this episode, Tsebo Solutions Group Chief People Officer Elanie Kruger shares her views on the role that HR leaders should play to combat the seemingly undeterrable monster that is youth unemployment. There are concerns that South Africa may soon have one of the highest global jobless rates, especially among the youth aged 15-34. This unemployment crisis has far-reaching consequences, as it exacerbates other challenges such as skills shortages that are prevalent across all sectors, hampering economic growth, development, and employability. Elanie thus talks about the upside of enhanced diversity, equity and inclusion. as well as the importance of...2024-01-1535 min
Executive Communities PodcastHow data analytics can help the public sector thriveIn this episode, brought to you by Caseware Africa, CFO South Africa managing editor Caylynne Fourie talks to Caseware Africa product manager Stephan van der Merwe and Auditor-General of South Africa CFO Polani Sokombela about how the public sector can use data analytics to better execute on its mandate. 2024-01-1529 min
Building the Premier Accounting FirmCustomizing CFO/Advisory Services for Each Client w/ Dave WillsonIn this episode of the podcast, host Roger Knecht engages in a dynamic conversation with Dave Willson, Founder and CFO at ProvenCFO. Together, they dive deep into the many paths professionals take on the way to learning the language of business, proven strategies for providing quality CFO/advisory services and the importance of social responsibility for entrepreneurs. Â Highlights: Roger and Dave walk back through Daveâs journey into the world of accounting and eventually entrepreneurship. Dave always had an interest in the âlanguage of businessâ, despite failing an accounting exam in school due to a di...2024-01-031h 20
GrowCFO Show#155 Winning the 2022 Africa CFO ESG Award with Prudence MuchinoutaPrudence Muchinouta, CFO of Community Markets for Conservation in Zambia, discusses her journey from her roots in Zimbabwe to becoming a CFO focused on sustainability and ESG. She talks about the challenges of registering smallholder farmers and implementing mobile payment systems in rural areas with limited infrastructure and identification. Prudence is passionate about gender equality and discusses the ongoing challenges facing women and girls in accessing opportunities in Zimbabwe and Zambia.
Prudence talks about winning the ACCA Africa 2022 CFO ESG Award. She did not know about the nominations process and was surprised to be nominated. After an initial interview, she...2023-10-2433 min
Secrets of Rockstar CFOsFrom Physician to Global CFO: A Tale of Inspiration and Achievement with Dr. Aradhana SarinWelcome to another episode of Secrets of Rockstar CFOs! Join our host, Jack McCullough, as he interviews Dr. Aradhana Sarin. Aradhana is the CFO and Executive Director of AstraZeneca, with a journey thatâs both inspiring and impressive.Aradhana shares her path from practicing physician in Africa and India to leading a global enterprise. You will hear about her pivotal decisions and challenges faced, which shaped the leader she is today. She also shares her passions â team building, sustainability, and elevating female leaders.But Aradhanaâs influence extends beyond her ro...2023-09-0733 min
The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick KellyAccounting made easy w/ Mason Brady of Brady CFO - EP326In this week's episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/Patrick, we have Mason Brady of Brady CFO. Prior to founding Brady CFO, a Fractional CFO firm in the food & ag industry, Mason was the CFO & Director of Supply Chain at Homegrown Organic Farms.
Mason brings over a decade of experience in the produce industry. Brady CFO serves produce industry businesses with less than $30 million in revenue and provides services that include: cash flow forecasting, capital (both credit and equity) capital raise support, and investment & acquisition analysis.Â
In this episode, Patrick and Mason discuss the f...2023-08-2144 min
Executive Communities PodcastHR technology and transformation, with Njabulo MashigoIn this episode, you will hear from 2022 CHRO of the Year, Njabulo Mashigo, who is playing a pivotal role in shaping and leading the People Agenda for Vodacom South Africa and supporting the organisation's transition from a Telco to TechCo (Telecoms operator to a Technology Company). At last yearâs gala event, she was recognised for her HR excellence, leadership and outstanding achievements over the years, walking away with the HR Technology Award and the Transformation and Empowerment Award. Tune in as Njabulo reveals the strategy behind their impressive diversity and inclusion efforts while also sharing information about their En...2023-06-1923 min
Executive Communities PodcastLessons in strategy and leadership, with Pumeza BamIn this episode, Pumeza Bam, Group HR Director at Liberty who last year won the Strategy and Leadership Award at the 2022 CHRO Awards, discusses how she got into HR having studied physiology and biochemistry. She details her approach to leadership, shedding light on how crucial it is to have a growth mindset culture, especially in a business like theirs, which is transitioning to a platform business.2023-05-1527 min
The CFO PlaybookHow Premier Businesses Fill the Finance Role with Chris Gaunt, CFO Practice Leader at Spencer Stuart
This episode of the CFO Playbook features an interview with Chris Gaunt. He is the CFO Practice Leader for Europe, Middle East and Africa at Spencer Stuart, an executive search, board, and leadership advisory service.In his role, Chris works on a variety of Group CFO appointments for many of the worldâs largest publicly traded companies, as well as for private equity-backed portfolio companies. He has a strong international focus, often for clients in emerging economies who wish to access the global executive talent pool. Prior to joining Spencer Stuart, Chris worked with another leading international ex...2023-05-0336 min
Disruptors for GOOD | Social Entrepreneurs and Social EnterprisesThe Chris Long Foundation's Waterboys Initiative and Well Aware Unite to Expand Access to Clean Water in East Africa - Chris Long and Sarah Evans----------------------------------------Spotlighting impact startups, brands, and founders.We feature social impact startups, conscious brands, and visionary founders shaping the future of business. Join thousandsâsubscribe to our weekly newsletter for exclusive interviews, the latest funding rounds, digital tool reviews, and curated products fueling the impact economy.To learn more, please visit causeartist.comIn episode 177 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, I speak with Chris Long and Sarah Evans, on their new partnership to provide more sustainable clean water sources to communities in East Africa.Th...2023-04-1327 min
Executive Communities PodcastTransitioning from administrative to strategic HR, with Portia ThokoaneIn the past, HR was focused on administrative tasks such as payroll and benefits. However, in recent years, HR has had to adapt to a more strategic role that includes talent acquisition, employee engagement, and retention. In this episode, Dark Fibre Africa's former CHRO Portia Thokoane revisits her own transition from administrative to strategic HR, detailing the highs and lows that shaped the leader she is today. Portia, who won the Employee Value Proposition award at the 2022 CHRO Awards also talks about the special sauce that made Dark Fibre Africa such an amazing place to work. 2023-04-1235 min
Executive Communities PodcastThe 4-day work week: And other burnout prevention strategiesFrom longer work hours to increased demands at home, the Covid-19 pandemic introduced new stressors to nearly every domain of life. Although many organisations a beginning to settle on a semblance of normalcy within the workplace, burnout remains a major concern. The increased demands on workers due to restructures and the blurring of work-life boundaries are among the root causes of many employees still feeling stretched thin. Enter the 4-day week. After a successful experiment in the UK and other developed countries, which showed workers' burnout and stress levels decreased while participating companies...2023-03-1543 min
Executive Communities Podcast2023 Human Capital Trends: An unprecedented shift in employee expectationsEmployers are facing an unprecedented shift in employee expectations and a recent report from the Academy to Innovate HR (AIHR) has highlighted trends that will shape the world of work in 2023 and beyond. From managing the looming burnout crisis to adopting future-proof remote work policies, HR teams have quite a lot on their plate if they are to remain agile in the fast-evolving landscape. In this CHRO SA podcast, Dr Dieter Veldsman, HR and OD Thought Leader at AIHR, discusses the report's findings, exploring how organisations must evolve employee experiences throughout the life cycle.2023-02-1356 min
M-SquareâThe Power of Creativity: A CFOâs Journey to the Corner Officeâ -In Conversation with Jitendra Attra - CFO - Edelweiss General Insurance - Episode 30 w Anurag ManikIn this episode of our podcast, we sit down with Jitendra Attra, a highly accomplished CFO and author of the bestselling book, "Chakravyuh." Jitendra shares his incredible journey to the top of the corporate ladder and how his background in creativity has played a vital role in his success. He tells us about the inspiration behind his first book "Chakravyuh" and gives us a sneak peek into his upcoming project, which promises to be a game changer in the world of fiction. This time the book is a futuristic love story that promises to take the readers on an emotional...2023-01-1854 min
Africa Tech NewsJumia Changes Board And CEOs Step Down As It Renews Focus On ProfitabilityJumia, the African eCommerce giant, has announced a few changes in its management with the appointment of a new management board and the departure of co-founders Jeremy Hodara and Sacha Poignonnec as co-CEOs. Francis Dufay has been appointed as acting CEO by the supervisory board while the search for a permanent CEO continues. The supervisory board has also promoted Antoine Maillet-Mezeray who was previously Jumiaâs group CFO, to executive vice president of finance & operations. These two changes are only the first out of many other senior management changes that the company will be making over the ne...2022-11-0901 min
CFO THOUGHT LEADER845: Levers of Growth, Doors of Opportunity | Darren Cooper, CFO, Reveal GroupWhen Darren Cooper was named CFO of Reveal Group of Melbourne, Australia, in 2019, there was no friendly board member or executive recruiter seeking kudos for having completed a successful a CFO search.Instead, Cooper says, his twist of fate was due to a personal relationship that he had established with Reveal management after his prior company, Adcorp Holdings, had hired Reveal to provide it with services inside the intelligent automation realm.Originally from South Africa, Cooper had been counted among the finance rank-and-file of a Johannesburg staffing company only 5 years earlier. Turn back the clock...2022-10-2634 min
The CFO PlaybookBe a Nimble CFO with Paul Cunningham, Partner and CFO at Helios Investment Partners
This episode of the CFO Playbook features an interview with Paul Cunningham, Partner and CFO at Helios Investment Partners, an Africa-focused private firm managing funds totalling $3.6 billion. With 34 years in the industry, Paul has an overall responsibility for all matters relating to accounting, financial control, taxation, fund administration and reporting and regulatory compliance for the Helios group entities.Paul served as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer for Barclays Private Equity for six years prior to joining Helios in May 2008, and previously as Director, Head of Finance & Product Control Projects at Barclays Capital. Heâs also Ch...2022-10-1336 min
Future BoundHow South Africa Became Our âWin-Winâ Hub for CrewingHost: Liv Dyrnes
CFO Klaveness Combination Carriers (KCC)
Guest: TorbjĂžrn Eide
VP Maritime Personnel, Klaveness Ship Management (KSM)
âWhen employing crew for these combination carriers, we canât just shake trees and expect qualified seafarers to fall out of themâ
The Philippines has long been the worldâs largest supplier of seafarers, serving up no shortage of talent to the pool of over 1.6 million sailors that make up the backbone of global logistics. At KCC our fleet is largely made up of its own share of dedicated Filipinos, Romanians, a minority share of other...2022-09-2531 min
Invest In The FutureSeason 2 Episode 7 - Corporate Governance in Startups: Now or Later?When discussing corporate governance in Africa, one crucial concern is whether to get serious about it at the early stages of a startup or later on while the company is in functional mode. It is common to invest more in it at the growth stage since, at the early stage, the founders desire the liberty of innovating and experimenting without any hindrance from traditional rules.
Many experts have tried to infer that a balance needs to be struck. Many other experienced professionals believe that the actual role of corporate governance begins when the startup is far ahead...2022-09-0159 min
CXO ConversationsCFO Christine Gagnon, Importance of Being Intellectually Curious Christine is an accomplished global CFO who rose up through the ranks of senior leadership at Big 4 firms, such as PwC and EY. She is a life-long learner who is both personally and professionally curious, and intrinsically driven to continually broaden her base of knowledge and experience. Sheâs an avid traveler who has even hanglided over the jungles of Brazil. In this episode she delves into the importance of intellectual curiosity. Show Notes Christine Gagnon is the Chief Financial Officer of the African Asset Finance Company (AAFC). At EY...2022-08-0123 minCXO ConversationsCFO Christine Gagnon, Importance of Being Intellectually Curious Christine is an accomplished global CFO who rose up through the ranks of senior leadership at Big 4 firms, such as PwC and EY. She is a life-long learner who is both personally and professionally curious, and intrinsically driven to continually broaden her base of knowledge and experience. Sheâs an avid traveler who has even hanglided over the jungles of Brazil. In this episode she delves into the importance of intellectual curiosity. Show Notes Christine Gagnon is the Chief Financial Officer of the African Asset Finance Company (AAFC). At EY...2022-08-0123 min
The Lucas Weaver ShowStarting and growing a successful solar business in Africa with Redavia's Erwin Spolders, Oliver Keilhack, and Affan AhsanErwin Spolders founded Redavia in 2010 with the aim of becoming involved in the young but up and coming solar energy sector. In 2014, they did their first off-grid solar projects in communities in Tanzania, and later in 2015 they started their first B2B solar power contracts. Since then, Redavia has opened offices in Accra and Nairobi, becoming one of the industry leaders in Solar helping businesses in West and East Africa transition to solar energy while saving costs.
In this episode, Founder & CEO Erwin, along with CFO Oliver Keilhack and Director of Operations Affan Ahsan join me to...2022-07-2649 min
CFO THOUGHT LEADER814: Why Swim Lanes No Longer Matter | Manish Sarin, CFO, SprinklrEven after serving in multiple CFO roles and spending 10 years on Wall Street, Manish Sarin still marvels at the plus-size experience that he acquired in the mid-1990s when he worked for Price Waterhouse as a financial advisor in its Nairobi office in Kenya, East Africa. At the time, Sarin recalls, an abundance of available funding from the World Bank and IMF was enticing growing numbers of state-owned business in the region to privatize their operations as a prelude to jump-starting their capital market strategies. âThese were businesses like steel mills, aluminum plants, car dealerships, an...2022-06-2948 min
Africa Biotech ConversationsMzansi Meat Co. - Pioneering cultivated meat to impact food security and sustainability in AfricaGet to know the story behind the company Mzansi Meat Co. and its remarkable CFO Tasneem Karodia who combines a love for flying airplanes, rock climbing, and changing the world by changing our food systems. A bachelor of business science in management studies, majoring in accounting and finance from the university of Cape town, South Africa, a chartered accountant qualification, a postgraduate degree in accounting, and working at Bain and company, a global management consulting firm have equipped Tasneem to excel in her role at the biotech start-up. She shares with us how following her...2022-05-2424 min
Alt Protein Podcast with Simon NewsteadCell-Based South Africa - Mzansi MeatAt 16 years old, Tasneem Karodia cut meat out of her diet for sustainability reasons. However it wasnât until she was working in management consulting that she saw the accelerating potential of protein alternatives, and decided to leave her job to join the movement. Now as co-founder and CFO of Mzansi Meat, Africaâs first cultivated meat company, she comes on the podcast to share her story and that of the South African startup. We chat about what it was like to leave her previous job behind and the technological learning curve that came with transitioning to the sector. We a...2022-04-2142 min
CFO THOUGHT LEADER786: The Purpose-Driven CFO | Hilary Maxson, CFO, Schneider ElectricHilary Maxsonâs path to the CFO office of French multinational and energy automation behemoth Schneider Electric began at a kitchen table in upstate New York. Or at least thatâs what comes to mind for us when she tells us about her âpurpose-drivenâ parents, including a father who is a professor of agronomy at Cornell University. âWe didnât live internationally, but my parents are very tied to what can be achieved internationally and I think that this is how I got that mind-set,â reports Maxson, as we search for answers that might better expose how within a span...2022-03-2356 min
Executive Communities PodcastHow to get the most from AI in the workplace (Part Two)In part two of this episode of the CHRO South Africa podcast, Oracleâs Claudia de Villiers Microsoftâs Jasmin Pillay and the Academy to Innovate HRâs Dieter Veldsman tackle ways to create a culture of innovation as well as the importance of developing an AI strategy, particularly in cases where there is a need to change legacy processes and systems. 2022-03-0323 min
Executive Communities PodcastHow to get the most from AI in the workplace (Part One)In part one of this episode of the CHRO South Africa podcast, you will hear from three esteemed experts who explore the leadership mindset that is necessary for an optimal adoption of AI in the workplace. The panel - which includes Claudia de Villiers, Oracleâs Domain Lead for HCM in Eastern Central Europe, Middle East and Africa, Jasmin Pillay, who is Microsoftâs Director: HR Consulting in the Middle East & Africa region, and Dieter Veldsman, HR thought leader and domain expert at the Academy to Innovate HR - will provide insi...2022-03-0321 min
The BIG5D PodcastBIG5D Podcast Episode 25: Ukheshe Co-Founder & CFO Mike SmitsEpisode 25 of the BIG5D Podcast features a conversation with Mike Smits, who is co-founder and CFO of Ukheshe, a South African fintech that operates largely in the background of Africaâs financial services ecosystem. Ukheshe was founded in 2018 as a B2C digital banking application with a mission to promote small business financial inclusions in Africa.But the Johannesburg-based company quickly realized that becoming a platform for other companies to build fintech products was a better path to scale than building a consumer-facing product. The latter would require raising a lot of money and po...2021-10-2527 min
Executive Communities PodcastExperts explore decentralised decision making (Part One)In this episode of the CHRO South Africa podcast, you will hear from a diverse panel of experts about the pros and cons of decentralised decision-making in a world of ongoing uncertainty. The panel - which includes Tim London, founding partner of U.S-based consultancy Dwyer-London, Ronnie Toerien, HCM Development & Strategy Leader for Africa at Oracle and Ninette Van Aarde, Organisational Design Lead at Momentum Metropolitan Holdings - will discuss the organisational cultures, tools and people strategies that are essential in order for decentralised management models to thrive in this era of constant uncertainty.2021-10-1523 min
Executive Communities PodcastExperts explore decentralised decision making (Part Two)If the last two years have taught us anything, it is that the key to thriving in this amplified VUCA world is having the freedom and will to adapt to change - quickly. In one word, it's adaptability. That's the all-encompassing word that thought leaders love to use to describe future-proof people and organisations, but what does it mean in a practical sense? In part two of this podcast, Tim London, Ronnie Toerien and Ninette Van Aarde continue to explore decentralised decision-making and whether it is the key to improving the quality of being able t...2021-10-1517 min
CFO THOUGHT LEADER733: Eyes Wide Open | Laurence Capone, CFO, Pipedrive Back in the early 1990s, Laurence Capone was a Paris-based public accountant serving a distinguished list of oil and gas industry clients when she heard about an audit assignment unlike any that she had taken on before. It turned out that a manufacturer of cotton fabrics had engaged Caponeâs firm to help to audit the operations of its subsidiaries located in central Africa. As a team was being assembled for the client engagement, Capone did not hesitate to express her interest and shortly found herself departing for a monthlong stay on the continent. From th...2021-09-1341 min
Conversations in Business with RSMIn conversation with Rachael Madziwanyika, CFO for BuhlerRSM Director, John Jones, chats to Rachael Madziwanyika, Chief Financial Officer for Buhler (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of the Buhler Group in South Africa.
Rachael is a qualified Chartered Accountant who has been working in the finance field for over 20 years.
Buhler is a global plant equipment manufacturer for the food and many other industries with operations in over 140 countries. Itâs likely that you come into contact with a number of items that utilise their technology every day without even knowing it.2021-09-0627 minRSM South AfricaIn conversation with Rachael Madziwanyika, CFO for BuhlerRSM Director, John Jones, chats to Rachael Madziwanyika, Chief Financial Officer for Buhler (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of the Buhler Group in South Africa.
Rachael is a qualified Chartered Accountant who has been working in the finance field for over 20 years.
Buhler is a global plant equipment manufacturer for the food and many other industries with operations in over 140 countries. Itâs likely that you come into contact with a number of items that utilise their technology every day without even knowing it.2021-09-0627 minRSM South AfricaIn conversation with Rachael Madziwanyika, CFO for BuhlerRSM Director, John Jones, chats to Rachael Madziwanyika, Chief Financial Officer for Buhler (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of the Buhler Group in South Africa.
Rachael is a qualified Chartered Accountant who has been working in the finance field for over 20 years.
Buhler is a global plant equipment manufacturer for the food and many other industries with operations in over 140 countries. Itâs likely that you come into contact with a number of items that utilise their technology every day without even knowing it.2021-09-0627 minConversations in Business with RSMIn conversation with Rachael Madziwanyika, CFO for BuhlerRSM Director, John Jones, chats to Rachael Madziwanyika, Chief Financial Officer for Buhler (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of the Buhler Group in South Africa.
Rachael is a qualified Chartered Accountant who has been working in the finance field for over 20 years.
Buhler is a global plant equipment manufacturer for the food and many other industries with operations in over 140 countries. Itâs likely that you come into contact with a number of items that utilise their technology every day without even knowing it.2021-09-0627 minExecutive Communities PodcastWhatâs keeping CFOs up at night? (Part 2)In part two of this episode, CFO South Africa managing editor Caylynne Fourie further explores how Vodacom Group CFO Raisibe Morathi and Douglasdale Dairy CFO Bradley Wentzel are fighting the challenges that are keeping them up at night.2021-07-2123 minExecutive Communities PodcastWhatâs keeping CFOs up at night? (Part 1)In part one of this episode, CFO South Africa managing editor Caylynne Fourie will be talking to Vodacom Group CFO Raisibe Morathi and Douglasdale Dairy CFO Bradley Wentzel about the challenges that keep them up at night. 2021-07-2117 minExecutive Communities PodcastHow does the cloud fit into CFO strategies?In this episode, CFO South Africa managing editor Caylynne Fourie will be talking to Sage Africa and Middle East vice president of medium business Gerhard Hartman and AWCape group director of business development Jeff Ryan, who will reveal how cloud fits into the CFOâs strategy.2021-06-1023 min
Executive Communities PodcastDiscovery CPO Discovery Tswelo Kodisang says having a mentor is crucial to your success â Part OneIn this episode of the CHRO SA podcast, Discovery chief people officer Tswelo Kodisang, details the pivotal moments in his career, explaining how he came to adjust his mindset from trying to keep up with his peersâ career trajectories to focussing exclusively on his own holistic personal development. The 2020 CHRO of The Year Award attributes his success to having had leaders that saw his potential and put their faith in him from an early point in his career.2021-05-2730 min
Executive Communities PodcastDiscovery CPO Discovery Tswelo Kodisang says having a mentor is crucial to your success â Part TwoIn this episode of the CHRO SA podcast, Discovery chief people officer Tswelo Kodisang shares lessons on how to find a mentor and how to be one. He discusses some of the more unconventional types of mentor-mentee relationships, sharing how one of his mentees reached to him on LinkedIn. He also highlights the importance of being a perpetual learner, saying it's not about collecting degrees and certificates but rather ensuring that one's knowledge grows and evolves â learning, re-learning and unlearning â in perpetuity.2021-05-2728 min
Executive Communities PodcastMondelÄz International's Cebile Xulu on overcoming biases and obstacles facing previously-disadvantaged employees - Part OneCebile Xulu, people lead for Sub-Sahara Africa at MondelÄz International, is among the most outspoken members of the CHRO SA community. In part one of this podcast, she discusses her passion for mentoring graduates and young professionals. She also speaks candidly about transformation, or the lack thereof, in corporate South Africa.2021-05-2725 min
Executive Communities PodcastMondelÄz International's Cebile Xulu on overcoming biases and obstacles facing previously-disadvantaged employees - Part TwoCebile Xulu, people lead for Sub-Sahara Africa at MondelÄz International, is among the most outspoken members of the CHRO SA community. In part two of this podcast, she speaks openly about being discriminated against because of the way she wore her hair, while also sharing her thoughts on the concept of black tax.2021-05-2719 minExecutive Communities PodcastHow to become a business leader before the age of 40In this episode, brought to you by Sage, CFO South Africa managing editor Caylynne Fourie will be talking to King Price Insurance deputy CEO Rhett Finch and Water & Energy SETA CEO Mpho Mookapele, who have both moved from the CFOs to the CEOs of their organisations before they turned 40! Find out what these young finance professionalsâ formula to success was.2021-05-2420 min
CFO THOUGHT LEADER702: Making Relationships Matter | Andrew Kenny, CFO, ScoularAndrew Kenny still remembers the smell of day-old pizza that lingered in the back of the Cairo conference room as negotiations between his then company, food processing giant ADM, and a future joint venture partner entered day five. âPlanting a flag in Egypt was extremely important for us because it was not just about having a presence thereâit was about creating an entire supply chain and creating value for an asset base back in the U.S.,â explains Kenny, who tells us that the 5-day gathering was the culmination of 10 prior trips to Egypt and a burden...2021-05-2451 minExecutive Communities PodcastHow the CFO role has evolved before-Covid and during-CovidIn this episode, brought to you by Sage, CFO South Africa managing editor Caylynne Fourie will be talking to MTN South Africa CFO Dineo Molefe and MARS South Africa CFO Sam Hopwood about how the role of the CFO has evolved before and during Covid-19.2021-05-1032 min
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Narrator: Access to healthcare is one of Africaâs biggest challenges. The World Health Organizationâs recommended doctor to patient ratio is 1:600, but Nigeria falls short with 1:2,753 as revealed by its federal government in March 2020 at the onset of the pandemic. From this, one thing is sure: Nigeria is a far cry from having decent healthcare.
With these statistics come a str...2021-05-0311 min
Books To The BoardroomIn Conversation with Pierre De Villiers, Partner at CFO On CallTodayâs guest is Pierre De Villiers, Partner at CFO on Call, and CEO of Your Profit Xpert.In this episode, we discuss Pierreâs career which included living in South Africa, New Zealand, and now Australia. It is intriguing to hear his perspective on how you can transfer skills across countries, his observations around different cultures, and what stays the same no matter what country you are in. We spend time talking about:Why you shouldnât discount productsThe role of Finance in BusinessWhy he stepped out of Finance and began Shark Di...2021-04-091h 10
Dig DeepFrom Geologist To CFO - with Gavin FerrarIn this episode we chat to Gavin Ferrar, CFO of Central Asia Metals, a copper producer with operations at Kounrad, Kazakhstan and a zinc and lead operation in North Macedonia. Gavin has a geology and finance background and we discuss his journey and how his career path developed from a geologist to now a CFO. We also get an update on CAMLâs Kazakhstan and Macedoniaâs operations and what is the outlook of the company over the next few years. KEY TAKEAWAYS There is always a slight friction between engineering and geology disciplines. Succe...2021-04-0143 min
Executive Communities PodcastAre HR leaders ready to be CEOs? CHRO SA podcast with MTN CHRO Paul NormanMTN Group CHRO and 2019 CHRO Of The Year Paul Norman is the special guest in this episode, which is sponsored by Workday. Paul, who joined MTN in 1997, shares how he's been able to stay at the top of his game, leading the people agenda for an ever-evolving organisation. He also shares his view on whether the responsibility thrust upon HR to lead businesses during the Covid-19 pandemic supported the notion that HR leaders are ideal candidates for CEO roles.2021-03-1922 min
Executive Communities PodcastBetter as bedfellows: Why HR and Finance work better togetherIn this CHRO SA Podcast, experts from MTN and Oracle delve into the importance of fostering a symbiotic relationship between finance and HR in a digital world. While there are many factors that typically stifle a collaborative relationship between HR and finance, this insightful conversation sheds light on why the pros of having more collaboration and better integration between the finance and HR functions far outweigh the cons.2021-03-0528 min
Drone Business TalkEpisode 2: Interview with Robin Kock (CEO) & Vincent Sepeng (CFO) of Premier Mapping South AfricaHow do you keep up with your paperwork and the safety of your team in a highly regulated and compliance-driven field? That is one of the topics our guests of todayâs Drone Business Talk-podcast are discussing. We proudly present CEO Robin Kock and CFO Vincent Sepeng of Premier Mapping Africa, THE survey company in Southern Africa, and one of the pioneers of the UAV industry. These guys have been experimenting with drones - think Hasselblad cameras attached to weather balloons to do photogrammetric mapping - as early as 1983 (!). Their innovative mindset has led them to ha...2021-01-0725 minExecutive Communities PodcastForces driving change industry changeIn this episode, CFO South Africa managing editor, Caylynne Fourie, will be talking to Sage's finance director of Africa and Middle East, Jordaan Burger, as well as Tetrad IT director, Vusi Mthethwa, who will be providing some insight into the forces driving change in the finance industry. 2020-11-1317 min
masQUEUNAradioSAP. LAURENT ARVEILLER. CFO at SAP South Europe and Francophone AfricaSuscrĂbete a los programas de "El Que Avisa No Es Traidor"
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Invitamos a Laurent Arveiller, CFO at SAP South Europe and Francophone Africa
"Palabra de CFO" programa dedicado exclusivamente a descubrir y compartir la labor diario de una figura clave: El Director Financiero.
EscĂșchanos en directo siempre en masQUEUNAradio.com y en nuestras apps. Vuelve a escuchar todos los programas de "Palabra de CFO" aquĂ. TambiĂ©n puedes suscribirte en cualquier plataforma de podcast.
Consulta programaciĂłn para no perderte los prĂłximos programas. Programa presentado y dirigido por Luis...2020-10-1335 min
masQUEUNAradioSAP. LAURENT ARVEILLER. CFO at SAP South Europe and Francophone AfricaSuscrĂbete a los programas de "El Que Avisa No Es Traidor"
SuscrĂbete aquĂ a los programas de "PALABRA DE CFO"
Invitamos a Laurent Arveiller, CFO at SAP South Europe and Francophone Africa
"Palabra de CFO" programa dedicado exclusivamente a descubrir y compartir la labor diario de una figura clave: El Director Financiero.
EscĂșchanos en directo siempre en masQUEUNAradio.com y en nuestras apps. Vuelve a escuchar todos los programas de "Palabra de CFO" aquĂ. TambiĂ©n puedes suscribirte en cualquier plataforma de podcast.
Consulta programaciĂłn para no perderte los prĂłximos programas. Programa presentado y dirigido por Luis...2020-10-1335 min
Standard Bank Corporate and Investment BankingLinda Manda on Agriculture in AfricaAs part of our Respond, Recover and Reimagine approach, the Client Coverage team are hosting a series of webinars on different sectors. Linda Manda, Global Head: Agribusiness, Client Coverage, Standard Bank Group unpacks the issues raised at the recent webinar on Agriculture in Africa. Linda focuses on issues such as mechanisation, dispersed data and supply chain in developing the agricultural sector in Africa.
We are keen to hear more from our clients on the challenges they face and how we can work with them to resolve these. The webinar focused on the agricultural sector and Linda moderated...2020-10-0210 min
Seasonal Business PotholesSaving RulesPersonal Finance is very important in our financial journey because it helps us track our money and we don't even need an accountant or a cfo for that! These saving rules might just help you to become the millionaire next door.2020-09-3001 min
Executive MattersPrioritizing Building a Strong and Resilient Competent Team Above All - Khaled El Dokani, Country CEO of Lafarge Africa PlcKhaled El Dokani is the Country CEO of Lafarge Africa Plc. Prior to his appointment, he was the Country CEO of Iraq, a role he took over in March 2018. While in Iraq, he provided leadership which increased the productivity and efficiency of Iraq. He graduated from the University of Alexandria in Egypt (1989) with a bachelor's degree in commerce & accounting and obtained a âCertified Public Accountantâ title in Delaware, USA (1998). He started his career at Coopers & Lybrand Deloitte in the Sultanate of Oman as Audit Manager (1992). He joined the American Company in Egypt as Finance Manager (1997). In 1999, Khaled El Dokani was assigne...2020-09-1110 minExecutive Communities PodcastCFO South Africa Podcast - ORACLE DIGITISATION JOURNEY - COVID-19In this episode, CFO South African Managing editor Caylynne Fourie will be talking to Oracle vice president and head of customer marketing for ERP, and finance Steve Cox and Oracle sales director Phakiso Mataitsane, who will be discussing how Covid-19 has sped up most companies' digitisation journeys. 2020-09-1028 min
Books To The BoardroomIn Conversation with Dr Andre van Zyl, Queensland Regional Director of The CFO CentreTodayâs guest is Dr Andre van Zyl, Regional Director at The CFO Centre, Queensland.Growing up in South Africa, Dr Andre talks about how the leadership lessons he learned from his time in the military helped shape his career. He then speaks about his move to Australia after having built a career in another country, we speak about the adjustment period that followed.With his work at The CFO Centre, Dr Andre explains how CFOâs can transition into a portfolio career from a corporate career and what they should expect when doing...2020-08-0752 min
MyWorkMyLifeReinvent yourself series: Debbie Ransby Connected Coaching - From CFO to Business OwnerWe chat to Debbie Ransby, Owner of Connected Coaching. From Award winning CFO to Business Owner
Debbie is a Qualified SA Business Coach | Member of COMENSA | Qualified
CA(SA) | Winner CFO Award in the category âMoving into Africaâ 2017 | Previously CFOÂ and Managing Director
Debbie has a passion for supporting professionals in the corporate environment. Operating at a senior level in an organisation can sometimes be a lonely place, and she creates the environment for her clients to speak freely about challenges in their professional and personal space...2020-05-1223 min
AFRICA: Changing the NarrativeLiquidity: Managing Cash Flow When Revenue & Funding Dry UpA timely and valuable series produced by Africa.com in partnership with faculty from Harvard Business School to address this unprecedented humanitarian and economic crisis as a result of COVID-19.
Led by Kunle Elebute, Chair of KPMG Africa
Panelists include Welela Dawit, CFO, GE Africa, Admassu Tadesse, President & Chief Executive, Eastern & Southern African Trade and Development Bank (TDB), and Sim Tshabalala, Group Chief Executive, SBG and Executive Director, SBSA
2020-04-221h 53
AFRICA: Changing the NarrativeLiquidity: Managing Cash Flow When Revenue & Funding Dry UpA timely and valuable series produced by Africa.com in partnership with faculty from Harvard Business School to address this unprecedented humanitarian and economic crisis as a result of COVID-19.
Led by Kunle Elebute, Chair of KPMG Africa
Panelists include Welela Dawit, CFO, GE Africa, Admassu Tadesse, President & Chief Executive, Eastern & Southern African Trade and Development Bank (TDB), and Sim Tshabalala, Group Chief Executive, SBG and Executive Director, SBSA
2020-04-221h 53
Results by Strictly BusinessResults with Robert Katz - CEO & CFO of Peregrine Holdings LtdResults - Peregrine Holdings Ltd: Robert Katz - CEO & CFO South Africa2019-11-1317 minResults by Strictly BusinessResults with Raisibe Morathi - CFO Nedbank: South AfricaResults with Raisibe Morathi - CFO Nedbank: South Africa2019-08-0611 min
African DialogueMandela Day (OB)The Rock Five-One Day Care centre based in Midrand is a humble but dilapidated dwelling which cares for 52 senior citizens and 45 children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years of age. Founded in 2004, this NPO provides the children and seniors with daily meals and prepares the toddlers for their first years of schooling. Elders are kept busy with beadwork, knitting, sowing and physical exercises during the week. In Partnership with Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo, Channel Africa worked with the community and sponsors to refurbish the food gardens, clean, paint, and revamp the centre as part of the 67 minutes of...2019-07-1839 minAfrican DialogueMandela Day (OB)The Rock Five-One Day Care centre based in Midrand is a humble but dilapidated dwelling which cares for 52 senior citizens and 45 children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years of age. Founded in 2004, this NPO provides the children and seniors with daily meals and prepares the toddlers for their first years of schooling. Elders are kept busy with beadwork, knitting, sowing and physical exercises during the week. In Partnership with Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo, Channel Africa worked with the community and sponsors to refurbish the food gardens, clean, paint, and revamp the centre as part of the 67 minutes of...2019-07-1839 min
JVR Ukwanda podcastIsmail Lambat - Navigating the waters of uncertainty as a managerIn this episode of the Ukwanda podcast, we talk to Ismail Lambat, the executive finance business partner and CFO at Eskom as he shares insights on how to deal with uncertainty as a manager and navigate others through difficult times.Topics discussed: - Eskom - Leadership paradigms - Team dynamics - People focus vs task focus - Performance - Communication - Managing self2019-07-0346 min
JVR Ukwanda podcastIsmail Lambat - Navigating the waters of uncertainty as a managerIn this episode of the Ukwanda podcast, we talk to Ismail Lambat, the executive finance business partner and CFO at Eskom as he shares insights on how to deal with uncertainty as a manager and navigate others through difficult times.Topics discussed: - Eskom - Leadership paradigms - Team dynamics - People focus vs task focus - Performance - Communication - Managing self2019-07-0346 min
FLP, the Finance Leadership Podcast"The Dominoes That Can Topple The Empire State" with Jo-Ann Pohl, Group CFO of Bowmans Law (Johannesburg, South Africa) "We operate better when we engage. Look up, meet the people and understand the human being behind things". GBD55. As the AICPA & CIMA CFO Conference begins in Chicago, we talk to the Group Chief CFO of Bowmans Law, Jo-Ann Pohl. A qualified chartered accountant and professional banker (PBSA), in 2014 she was named by Euromoney as one of Africaâs top 20 rising stars. Jo-Ann is part of the 2013 South Africa Boss of the Year alumni and member of the African Leadership Network (ALN).  WE DISCUSS: The growing role of women in corporate and fina...2019-04-2443 minFLP, the Finance Leadership Podcast"The Dominoes That Can Topple The Empire State" with Jo-Ann Pohl, Group CFO of Bowmans Law (Johannesburg, South Africa) "We operate better when we engage. Look up, meet the people and understand the human being behind things". GBD55. As the AICPA & CIMA CFO Conference begins in Chicago, we talk to the Group Chief CFO of Bowmans Law, Jo-Ann Pohl. A qualified chartered accountant and professional banker (PBSA), in 2014 she was named by Euromoney as one of Africaâs top 20 rising stars. Jo-Ann is part of the 2013 South Africa Boss of the Year alumni and member of the African Leadership Network (ALN).  WE DISCUSS: The growing role of women in corporate and fina...2019-04-2443 min
Banking Seminar 2018 - âActuaries In The New World of BankingâBanking the Continent: Experiences of Expanding Banking Services Across the African ContinentA Panel Discussion on Banking the Continent: Experiences of Expanding Banking Services Across the African Continent.
Moderated by: Kudzai Chigiji - Actuary - FIA, FASSA
The Panel:
Johann Maree - CEO of FNB Africa
Ross Harris - Senior Manager: Retail Banking at First National Bank Ghana
Solomon Sikhosana - Chief Credit Officer - Rest of Africa (Ex SA)
Dunny Semwayo - FASSA, CERA, CFA - COO Wealth Africa Regions at Standard Bank Group
Mandla Hillie - CFO: Nedbank Africa at Nedbank2018-07-3151 min
Science Tech AfricaSpace tech and HitachiIn todayâs program we looked at Space tech that is speeding up sustainable development goals and the second story we looked at the launch of Hitachi vantara a new Digital Company Committed to Solving the Worldâs Toughest Business and Societal Challenges and the third story we looked at the how a strategic and modern CFO can use technology to boost productivity and profitability in an organisation and lastly we looked at Science Inside a segment produced by the Wits Radio Academy that looks into the science of major news events.2017-10-0938 min