You are cordially invited to join us,
on the 15th of August, 2023 for a transformative online webinar set to ignite a flame in the hearts of all women ready to claim their place in South Africa's future. The virtual event, running from 9:00 to 16:30, will host a series of four empowering streams, each designed to tackle the issues facing women in key sectors today.
Stream 1: Business and Entrepreneurship (9:00 - 10:30)
Dive into the vibrant world of female-led enterprises. Explore the promising advances in women's business ownership, the unique obstacles they still face, and the role of businesses in fostering a supportive ecosystem for women entrepreneurs.
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Dive into the vibrant world of female-led enterprises. Explore the promising advances in women's business ownership, the unique obstacles they still face, and the role of businesses in fostering a supportive ecosystem for women entrepreneurs.
Confirmed speakers:
- Andrew Geddie (Host), Programme Co-ordinator: Higher Certificate Management + BBA in Project
- Dr Ryan Noach, CEO, Discovery Health
- Zanele Jafta, National Head: Digital Wealth Advisory Services, Nedbank
- Genine Jacobs, Executive: Head of People and Culture PPB SA, Standard Bank
- Sithembile Ngobese, Director of Corporate Affairs and Sustainable Business, Unilever
- Erik Kruger, Founder, Modern Breed
- Kimberley Taylor, CEO/Founder, LOOP
- Lydia Roux, Managing Director at Future Africa Services Pty Ltd
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Stream 2: Technology, AI, and Innovation (11:00 - 12:30)
This stream addresses the gender gap in tech and AI.
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This stream addresses the gender gap in tech and AI.
Confirmed speakers:
- Marlan Nefdt (Host), Head of Program: Computer Aided Draughting/Design, CTU Training Solutions
- Prof Johan Steyn, Founder, AIforBusiness.net
- Eugene Brockman, Manager of Tech Talent Solutions, Capitec
- Loraine Vorster, Vice President Business Development Africa/ANZ, CompTIA
- Joyce Charles, Group Digital Officer, Legal Expenses Insurance Southern Africa
- Rizanne Oosthuisen, Founder & CEO Profileme.app, Woman of Stature, Woman in Technology Finalist
- Nompumelelo Modisane, Web Designer, VA-Bar
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Stream 3: Health and Wellness (13:00 - 14:30)
Unpack the complex web of social determinants impacting women's health, the need for quality healthcare services and how workplaces can support women's wellbeing.
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Unpack the complex web of social determinants impacting women's health, the need for quality healthcare services and how workplaces can support women's wellbeing.
Confirmed speakers:
- Sasha Laurel (Host), Entrepreneur, Miss South Africa 2019 and PYP Ambassador, Brand South Africa
- Dr Stavros Nicolaou, Group Senior Executive: Strategic Trade Development, Aspen Pharmacare
- Shervarni Govender, Executive People Officer, Legalwise
- Bob Pardesi, Executive Manager: Corporate Services, HW SETA
- Dr Richard Botha, CEO, CURO Health Group
- Busisiwe Mzandolo, Founder and Director, Akuwe Amandla
- Dr Chanell Marthinussen, Head of Virtual Care at Innohealth Technologies and Founder of The F-word Women's Wellness Platform
- Anele Ndlovu, Founder and CEO, The Tea with Anele Ndlovu
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Stream 4: Education and Skills Development (15:00 - 16:30)
This stream turns the spotlight to the critical role of education in closing gender gaps. Explore the gender dynamics shaping career choices and the importance of encouraging young women to venture into STEM fields.
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This stream turns the spotlight to the critical role of education in closing gender gaps. Explore the gender dynamics shaping career choices and the importance of encouraging young women to venture into STEM fields.
Confirmed speakers:
- Isa Swart (Host), Head of Program: Green Technologies Faculty, CTU Training Solutions
- Mantati Makumbila, People Experience Manager: Consumer Commercial CoE & RoA, Tiger Brands
- Prof Chiba Manoj, Partner at The Strategists and Associate Professor, Gordan Institute of Business Science/ University of Pretoria
- Leoni Grobler, Director Executive Education, Wits Business School
- Mercy Chigoma, Group Head Talent Acquisition, Massmart
- Sabelo Myeni, Interim Chief Executive Officer, Institute of People Management
- Dr Candice Booysen, Founder, Releasing Eagles
- Viloshnee Singh, CEO & Director, V4 Group Pty Ltd - Chemistry in Action
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