Dear Editor I remember reading your article showcasing the success of 40 individuals who had done very well withing their field of business. One name stayed in my mind because his success was paramount within a field that interests me. Interesting though that such articles seldom interview the subjects employees, friends or colleagues to get a better understanding about the person in question, I think success is not only an individual effort but a team effort but within that also lies the … [Read more...] about The Truth about ………
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Sarah Dirsuwei – Top 40 Under 40
The Top 40 under 40 is a showcase of local business talent under the age of 40 compiled by the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber (NMBBC). Sarah Dirsuwei (38) is the Co-owner and Manager of The Plantation. Sarah Dirsuwei left a high-profile position as Group Marketing Manager of a JSE-listed company in Johannesburg to move down to Port Elizabeth with her husband Ralph and their young family. Fast-forward five years, and their new venture - a purpose-built wedding venue called The … [Read more...] about Sarah Dirsuwei – Top 40 Under 40
Stuart Keil – Top 40 Under 40
The Top 40 under 40 is a showcase of local business talent under the age of 40 compiled by the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber (NMBBC). Stuart Keil (34), the Owner and Member of 4Tech IT Solutions has entrepreneurship in his blood. He's leveraging his knowledge of ICT, broadcast, audio-visual management and electrical engineering and forging a path for himself as an in-demand consultant both here and abroad. The FIFA 2010 World Cup saw Keil involved in the construction and technical … [Read more...] about Stuart Keil – Top 40 Under 40
Ayanda Kheswa – Top 40 Under 40
The Top 40 under 40 is a showcase of local business talent under the age of 40 compiled by the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber (NMBBC). Ayanda Kheswa (26), is an Attorney at Joubert Galpin Searle. During the week, you'll find Ayanda Kheswa in the offices of Joubert Galpin Searle, a prominent firm of attorneys based in Nelson Mandela Bay, learning all she can in her quest to become a great commercial attorney. Come weekends, Kheswa takes to the airwaves as a radio presenter on … [Read more...] about Ayanda Kheswa – Top 40 Under 40
Jacques Pienaar – Top 40 Under 40
The Top 40 under 40 is a showcase of local business talent under the age of 40 compiled by the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber (NMBBC). Jacques Pienaar (33), is a Senior Consultant at KPMG in their Management Consulting division in Port Elizabeth. Over the past six years he has been involved in projects of varying scope and size, relating to infrastructure and economic development in the Eastern Cape. This included work for the Motherwell Urban Renewal Project, the Uitenhage Dispatch … [Read more...] about Jacques Pienaar – Top 40 Under 40
William Heydenrych – Top 40 Under 40
The Top 40 under 40 is a showcase of local business talent under the age of 40 compiled by the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber (NMBBC). William Heydenrych (24) and the Managing Director of Little Big Technologies is one to watch. A BCom graduate of the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan University, Heydenrych is a new entrepreneur, though no stranger to the world of business. "Decisions affecting the family business were made around the dinner table," says Heydenrych. "My family wired me … [Read more...] about William Heydenrych – Top 40 Under 40
Ryan Haworth – Top 40 Under 40
The Top 40 under 40 is a showcase of local business talent under the age of 40 compiled by the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber (NMBBC). Ryan Haworth (24) is the Membership Consultant for the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber. Potential is something Ryan Haworth has in spades. The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber's Membership Consultant is responsible for increasing the Chamber's base of new members by over one hundred percent during its successful brand re-launch in early 2011. … [Read more...] about Ryan Haworth – Top 40 Under 40
Wayne Kallis – Top 40 Under 40
The Top 40 under 40 is a showcase of local business talent under the age of 40 compiled by the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber (NMBBC). Wayne Kallis (31) is the Frontman and Musical Director for Centrestage and Pistola. Wayne Kallis went down in a blaze of glory as Jon Bon Jovi. He wowed the crowds as Bono, and the critics say he even out-jacked Jack Johnson - the dynamic Centrestage front man and musical director is a rocking force to be reckoned with. "I've been involved with music … [Read more...] about Wayne Kallis – Top 40 Under 40
Lynn Erasmus – Top 40 Under 40
The Top 40 under 40 is a showcase of local business talent under the age of 40 compiled by the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber (NMBBC). Lynn Erasmus (31), owns the local publication, Your Money. Her publication may have only just celebrated its one year anniversary, but Lynn Erasmus is already attracting attention and reaping the rewards. A free publication providing financial advice, Your Money was recognized by the 2011 Vodacom Journalist of the Year awards in the regional community … [Read more...] about Lynn Erasmus – Top 40 Under 40
Andrew Angles – Top 40 Under 40
The Top 40 under 40 is a showcase of local business talent under the age of 40 compiled by the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber (NMBBC). Andrew Angles (36) is Sales Manager at Tavcor Volkswagen. This PE boy is a second generation employee at Tavcor, where his father started working when Andrew was just three. He worked his way up through the company and, at 36, Andrew now holds the position of Sales Manager at Tavcor Volkswagen in Port Elizabeth. His work at Tavcor began in 2001 in … [Read more...] about Andrew Angles – Top 40 Under 40
Louise Liebenberg – Top 40 Under 40
The Top 40 under 40 is a showcase of local business talent under the age of 40 compiled by the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber (NMBBC). Louise Liebenberg (37) is the Assistant Editor on the Weekend Post newspaper. Louise Liebenberg knows only too well the pressures on the print media the world over. She's ready, though, to take on the challenge of attracting new and younger readers with what appears to be characteristic gusto. "We're constantly exploring ways to keep our product … [Read more...] about Louise Liebenberg – Top 40 Under 40
Warren Upton and Matthew Swarbrick – Top 40 Under 40
The Top 40 under 40 is a showcase of local business talent under the age of 40 compiled by the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber (NMBBC). Warren Upton (32) and Matthew Swarbrick (30) are the Directors and Co-founders of Strategy Advertising. Warren Upton and Matthew Swarbrick began Strategy Advertising with an eye to revolutionizing the local industry. 2006 saw them joining forces and pooling their creative talents. This is the team behind the successful rebranding of the NMMU … [Read more...] about Warren Upton and Matthew Swarbrick – Top 40 Under 40
Nick Chapman – Top 40 Under 40
The Top 40 under 40 is a showcase of local business talent under the age of 40 compiled by the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber (NMBBC). Nick Chapman (39) is the Plant Engineer at Uitenhage based Volkswagen SA. Nick is responsible for energy management at Volkswagen SA. He's achieved a cumulative Demand Reduction of 18% in the elimination of demand since 2003, and has been instrumental in instituting water saving initiatives. His work has resulted in plant water usage savings of 37% for … [Read more...] about Nick Chapman – Top 40 Under 40
Shara Cape – Top 40 Under 40
The Top 40 under 40 is a showcase of local business talent under the age of 40 compiled by the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber (NMBBC). Shara Cape (30) is the Managing Director of Headhunters with a simple mission: Find great people great jobs. Before her 30th birthday, she had a variety of successful high-profile placements under her belt: Headhunters placed the CEOs of the Amatola Water Board, the Business Women's Association, and the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber, as well as … [Read more...] about Shara Cape – Top 40 Under 40
Slyso – Top 40 Under 40
The Top 40 under 40 is a showcase of local business talent under the age of 40 compiled by the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber (NMBBC). Slyso (38) is an Algoa FM DJ and the Founder and Managing Director of 4ward Movement Entertainment. Sizwe 'Slyso' Saliso has found a home on the East Cape airwaves. But what really gets him going is the chance to help others, and doing it in creative ways. His innovative Beats 4 Books project sees books collected at music events and donated to rural … [Read more...] about Slyso – Top 40 Under 40
