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Clem Sunter - The mind of a fox
Clem Sunter is probably best known for his "High Road/Low Road" scenarios from South Africa in the Mid 1980's, when he was Head of Scenario planning function at Anglo America. He spent 36 years in Anglo America, mainly in the Gold Division where he ended up as a Chairman and Chief Executive. Presently Clem is Chairman of the Anglo America's Chairman's Fund. Clem continues to be one of the country's favourite speakers ... his presentation style is both thought provoking and entertaining.
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Neil Jacobsohn - "Thriving on Turbulence:
The future's so bright, you've got to wear shades!"
Neil Jacobsohn, CEO of FutureWorld South Africa, is a life-long communicator with a passion for the future. He speaks with vigour and energy on a number of key FutureWorld themes, and is a sought-after conference and event presenter and an accomplished facilitator. He has been an award-winning journalist, a digital entrepreneur, a company director and professional marketer. Neil has worked on strategy with major companies around the world, and with key learning institutions, among them Duke Corporate Education and Oxford's SAID Business School. He is at ease in front of large and small audiences, and on both radio and television.
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Goodnews Cadogan – Climate Change Leadership • Change • Transformation • Management • Facilitation
Goodnews Cadogan, a seasoned HR Generalist, has a wide range of industry experience that stretches across the public and private sector. It is in the last three years that he has cut his teeth in Leadership Consulting, with clients in Financial Services (Banking), ICT sector, as well as in the non-profit, and public sectors. Goodnews also serves on the International Steering Committee of the State of the World Forum, with a focus on the 2020 Climate Change Leadership Campaign.
Goodnews is an Honoray Fellow of the Asian Foresight Institute, based at the Dhurakij Pundit University in Thailand. It is the international exposure, as well as the leadership interest, that has widened his scope, and sphere of influence, not only in SA, but globally as well.
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Haral Pakendorf - Top Socio/Political Analyst
Harald Pakendorf is one of South Africa's leading commentators on current events.
A favourite for conferences and seminars he is a political insider who understands global, national and local issues and the politics behind them.
Given that expertise his insight, observations and predictions are all the more valuable as he addresses the issues and analyses the future with a thought-provoking and entertaining approach. His finger is on the pulse of public opinion to political development across the country and around the world.
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Christo Nel
Christo Nel is widely regarded as one of South Africa's leading specialists on leadership, change and organisational competitiveness. He is the Managing Director of the Graduate Institute of Management and Technology. A powerful speaker, at conferences and seminars he is consistently given top ratings.
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Mike Schussler - "State of the Nation"
Mike Schussler is a well-known economist who has sent a ray of hope to business leaders with his positive messages on the South African Economy.
He is original, up to the minute and entertaining. His highly motivational style and upbeat economic presentations have been enthusiastically received.
Mike has a master degree in economics and more than a decade of experience.
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Steven Jacobs – Sustainability Expert and Executive Director of The Natural Step
Steven Jacobs has been involved with people development and empowerment all his working life. In 2003, Steve took over as Executive Director of The Natural Step, Southern Africa (TNS). TNS assists companies to examine the impact that their operations have on the environment and adopt sound principles of Sustainable Development to reduce their ecological footprint. Some 75 SA companies have adopted this approach. Steve specializes in Personal Empowerment, Basic Management and Leadership Development, Teambuilding, Creative Learning, Diversity, and Interpersonal Skills workshops, and has an impressive client base.
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Prof Andy Andrews
Professor Andy Andrews, holds a degree of BCOM., MBA., PHD. and has had a highly successful career as an entrepreneur and business manager. He is currently a professor at Henley Management College in the UK and is also a professor at IESE Business School in Barcelona, Spain. He has published over 100 articles and academic and professional journals and has received several awards for academic and teaching excellence.
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Malcolm Hewitt
Far too often we hear people say ‘been there and done it’, this guy has been there and done it many times. Malcolm Hewitt has been an entrepreneur; he has been in management, but most of all he has been a leader. When it comes to leadership, talk is cheap, but Malcolm has real war stories and real case studies, culled from his time at Mars to Sealink Ferries, culminating with his time helping to change the culture and reshape Barclays Bank as the Managing Director of Sub-Saharan Africa and the Indian Ocean.
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Pieter Geldenhuys - Beyond Cyberspace
Pieter is seen as one of the leading strategists, futurists and thinkers in the Technology Strategy arena. He is a keen commentator in the public space with dozens of public and television appearances, and more than a 500 radio appearances under his belt. As futurist, his comments on the future impact of technology on organisations, countries and societies are highly regarded in academic and business spheres. He is also a passionate speaker that has the rare gift of using the future of technology to intrigue and inspire audiences wherever he goes.
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Andrew Honey - Entrepreneurship
Snapshot of key achievements
1. Degree in isiXhosa & Psychology
2. Post graduate degree in Education
3. Taught isiXhosa for 8 years (speaks isiXhosa fluently)
4. Photo-journalist: Sponsored by Nikon, published globally
5. Launched own publishing business in 1987
6. Published for a number of South Africa’s blue-chip companies such as Sasol, Liberty, Metropolitan, Murray & Roberts and Volkswagen
7. Secured license to publish Entrepreneur in South Africa
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Dr Roelof Botha
In his own unique style of blending the serious matters of economics and politics with the lighter side of life, Dr Botha has managed to captivate audiences around the country. Most of his presentations are regarded as broadly motivational, in terms of highlighting research that confirms numerous positive structural changes in the South African economy, including an objective reflection on the future of the country and the SADC region.
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Chantell Ilbury - Futurist and Best-Selling Author
Chantell Ilbury is one of South Africa's leading futurists, strategists and facilitators, working with scenario planner Clem Sunter both locally and internationally. She specialises in guiding companies and other organisations through their strategic conversations on the future, and she believes passionately in the power of scenario thinking to unlock the best ideas on strategy.
With Clem Sunter, she co-authored best-selling “Mind of a Fox”, “Games Foxes Play” and most recently, “Socrates and the Fox”.
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Dr Iraj Abedian - Chief Executive: Pan-African Holdings
Iraj Abedian is the founder and Chief Executive of Pan-African Capital Holdings (Pty) Ltd. He was professor of economics at the University of Cape Town, before joining Standard Bank Group in 2000 as Group Chief Economist. He obtained his BA (Honours) and MA in Economics from UCT. He received his PhD in Economics from Simon Fraser University in Canada in 1993. He was the founder and Director of the Applied Fiscal Research Centre (AFReC) at UCT and he has been a consultant on economics policy issues to public and private sector organizations in South Africa as well as internationally.
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Gary Bailey - Game Plan 2010: A strategy for the World Cup and beyond!
• Played for Man Utd, England, South Africa
• Had two FA Cup Victories with Man Utd
• Ambassador for SA World Cup Bid
• Supersport Presenter
Following his participation in the successful securing of the 2010 World Cup bid, Gary is now speaking on the implication of the event coming to South Africa. We will be thrust into the spotlight - are we ready? Gary's talk "GamePlan: 2010" looks at the challenges and opportunities that this once-in-a-lifetime event provides.
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Tendai Mhizha – Collaboration • Communication • Branding • Innovation • Strategy • “The Real Africa”
Tendai is truly a global citizen, having spent her early years travelling the world, and received her education in six different countries. She is an authority on Africa as the next frontier for growth in the world, and motivating business communities in Africa. She is also a writer and award-winner in the arena of Entrepreneurship and Marketing. Tendai holds a Masters in Strategic Management with the University of Derby, UK and is currently pursuing a doctoral degree through research, with the same university.
Tendai has 20 years experience in Pan-African Market Research and strategy and has worked for The Edgars Group in Zimbabwe, and Wella Hair Care Company and Research International in South Africa.
She is a board level leader, lecturer and an avid public speaker with an infectious passion for people and the rapid development of The African continent.
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Marks Maponyane
Marks is an energetic speaker, admired sportsman and accomplished television presenter. Marks’ soccer career is remarkable. He has played for the Kaizer Chiefs, the Dynamos and the Orlando Pirates and was Captain of all three teams. He played for Bafana Bafana from 1992 to 1995.
Marks’ has been crowned the South African Footballer of the Year three times and has been voted “Sports Hero of the Year”.
At conferences and seminars, Marks uses his special “storytelling” flair to drive home the important lessons of team support, cooperation, tenacity, facing the challenge of change, positive attitude, taking responsibility and lots more.
Using behind-the-scenes stories from his exceptional sporting career he shows how business can succeed with similar commitment to excellence, cooperation and passion.
Master of Ceremonies
Marks is a highly recommended Master of Ceremonies and a favourite choice for corporate conferences, product launches and special events.
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JP Landman – “10 Years, 10 Trends”
JP Landman is a self-employed political and trend analyst. He consults to SA largest private wealth business, BoE Private Clients, and works with several SA corporates on future scenario trends. His focus areas are trends in politics, economics and social capital.
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Daniel Silke – “Zuma Into the Future – The Road Ahead”
“Zuma Into the Future – The Road Ahead”
This dynamic keynote covers an overview of key political, social & economic trends facing the country. In addition, the talk analyses the new Cabinet and prospects for its successful functioning. Finally, the presentation identifies 6 core political trends that are set to change the face of politics, leadership and governmental performance in the years to come. It may be controversial, but it’s balanced and analytical and is sure to get your conference talking. A cutting-edge keynote for any audience concerned about the future of South Africa under Jacob Zuma.
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Graeme Codrington – "Mind the Gap"
Dr Graeme Codrington is an expert on corporate talent and the future of work. Clients love his energetic style and unique insights into the world of work - especially his understanding of talented young employees and customers and how to connect with them.
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Leon Louw – “South Africa - Political and Economic Update”
Leon is an internationally recognized economic, political and environmental analyst known for his accurate forecasts. He has spoken in 27 countries, and consulted to a dozen governments and many leading corporations. His informative, energetic and humorous approach makes him a consistent favourite on the speaking circuit. He is renowned for his ability to make complex issues accessible, interesting and entertaining.
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