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). Jenni Lawrence (36) is the Director of Operations at Grant Thornton Verification Services. Born in Port Elizabeth, much of Jenni Lawrence's experience in administration, marketing and HR was gained during her ten year stay in London, in the UK. "When my son was born, the call of home became too great to ignore," says Lawrence, "and so we made our way back … [Read more...] about Jenni Lawrence – Top 40 Under 40
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Nada Wotshela – 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). Nada Wotshela (37), is the Station Manager of Umhlobo Wenene FM - South Africa's third largest radio station. Nada was the station's first female and youngest ever station manager when she was appointed in 2008. Umhlobo Wenene FM commands a listenership of four million people, and during her tenure, Wotshela has helped the station turn a profit every year, … [Read more...] about Nada Wotshela – Top 40 Under 40
Luvuyo Bangazi – 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). Luvuyo Bangazi (35), is the Client Service Director and a Partner at Boomtown Strategic Brand Agency. As the best performing Business Manager at his agency from 2006 to 2009, it was only a matter of time before Luvuyo Bangazi would rise to the top as Boomtown's Client Service Director. Described by his peers as a class act, Bangazi is currently focused on … [Read more...] about Luvuyo Bangazi – Top 40 Under 40
Warren Fry – 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 Fry (36), the National Sales Manager for the Kempston Employment Solutions Group, believes in "... the upliftment, development and training of people." Fry is in the process of setting up a wellness programme to assist the group's outsourced staff in occupational wellness and financial fitness - a first for staff working under the Basic Conditions … [Read more...] about Warren Fry – Top 40 Under 40
Mandlakazi Skefile – 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). Mandlakazi Skefile (36), is the Chief Executive Officer of Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism (NMBT) and is the woman responsible for bringing the world to Nelson Mandela Bay. She was officially appointed to the position of CEO at Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism in 2010, after serving two months as acting CEO. She has seen many successes in the short term that give her … [Read more...] about Mandlakazi Skefile – Top 40 Under 40
Johan Botha – 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). Johan Botha (29), a Professional Cricketer for the Chevrolet Warriors and Proteas, is as well known for his charity efforts off the field as he is for his bowling ability on it. This year saw him take on his fourth cycling challenge in the Chevrolet/Johan Botha 24 hour Cycle for Charity - a gruelling twenty-four hour cycle around St. George's Park. This … [Read more...] about Johan Botha – Top 40 Under 40
Kwezi Mzilikazi – 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). Dr Kwezi Mzilikazi, 33 a Senior Lecturer at the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) was recently appointed as a Humboldt Ambassador Scientist by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation. At 33, she supervises a research team of Honours, Masters and PhD students in the Zoology department at the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. This girl from … [Read more...] about Kwezi Mzilikazi – Top 40 Under 40
Jaco Rademeyer – 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). Jaco Rademeyer (29) the Owner and Principal of Jaco Rademeyer Estates, as a novice estate agent in 2005, walked away with the Institute of Estate Agents' award for Rookie of the Year. He's been named Agent of the Year for the most units sold and the most commission earned, the Property Professional of SA 2010 and shows no signs of slowing down. This … [Read more...] about Jaco Rademeyer – Top 40 Under 40
Bridgette Gasa – 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). Bridgette Gasa (34), the Managing Director and CEO of The Elilox Group is a force to be reckoned with. In 2008, and at just 31, Gasa was unanimously nominated as the first-ever female and first-ever African President of the Chartered Institute of Building. Gasa's intimidatingly impressive CV includes an appointment as a Visiting Fellow with the … [Read more...] about Bridgette Gasa – Top 40 Under 40
Alan Barr – 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). Alan Barr (37), a Managing Partner at KPMG, Eastern Cape since 2006, has seen his career set skywards since he qualified as a CA at the end of 1998. Completing his articles at Arthur Andersen, a fourteen month secondment in the UK saw him promoted to audit manager while still in his twenties. He managed the Arthur Andersen offices for two years on his … [Read more...] about Alan Barr – Top 40 Under 40
