Topco Media engages with 45 000 executives from the top South African companies to understand best practice around key strategies including empowerment, gender empowerment, sustainability, innovation, financial performance, management and governance.
What if the real problem in your company isn't the strategy, the economy, or the competition… but you? In this episode of the Business Unusual Podcast, hosted by Ralf Fletcher, leadership coach and Blanchard South Africa CEO Jayson Naidoo flips the script on traditional leadership. Watch the full podcast on YouTube
How is the role of a Chief Financial Officer changing? What's needed to reach the Sustainable Development Goals? What role can the financial sector play? In this Business Unusual Podcast, Nedbank's CFO Mike Davis joins award-winning broadcaster Leanne Manas to answer these questions and more. Watch the full podcast on YouTube
Chipo Mushwana, Executive: Emerging Innovation and Payments at Nedbank, joins Janine Brown to discuss her diverse career journey, focusing on her commitment to financial inclusion and mentorship within the fintech space. Watch the full podcast on YouTube
In this episode of the Business Unusual Podcast, Sasha de Freitas, Senior Conference Producer at Topco Media, engages with Duduetsang Makuse, Public Policy Manager for SADC at Meta. This episode delves into navigating the complexities of social media policy in Africa compared to global standards. Watch the full podcast on YouTube
In this Business Unusual Podcast, Sasha de Freitas, Senior Conference Producer at Topco Media is joined by Zimbabwean tech entrepreneur, Kudakwashe Manzanga, the CEO of The Daily Sale Shop, an e-commerce platform offering over 12 million products. Watch the full podcast on YouTube
In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Sasha de Freitas, Senior Conference Producer, Topco Media is joined by Tech Founder Alexandria Procter, of DigsConnect. The duo delve into Alexandria's new book Upstart sharing insights of scaling up business in Africa, how to balance one's many important roles in life as well as the importance of youth voting. Watch the full podcast on YouTube
Tebogo Leshope chats to us about digital transformation, bringing connectivity to the masses and what he's looking forward to at the Sentech Africa Tech Week Summit.
Dr Achieng Ojwang is the Executive Director of Global Compact Network South Africa, a position she has held since April 2018. During this time, Dr Ojwang has re-established the Network as a formidable independent organisation and continues to raise the visibility of the UN Global Compact brand in South Africa. Watch the full podcast on YouTube
In the latest Business Unusual Podcast we chat with Aasiyah about Abaguquli4IR's work which covers a wide range of emerging technologies, placing them at the forefront of digital revolution. Watch the full podcast on YouTube
In this episode of the Business Unusual Podcast we're joined by the Director of Stellenbosch Business School, Prof. Mark Smith, who shares his insights on the four-day work week, gender equality and organisational culture. Watch the full podcast on YouTube
Explore the depths of leadership, decision-making, and growth in the latest Business Unusual Podcast with Nedbank Chairperson Daniel Mminele. The conversation unravels the journey of a seasoned banker and we discover valuable insights on maintaining calm in turbulent times, the impact of big decisions, and the keys to fostering economic growth. Watch the full podcast on YouTube
In this Business Unusual Podcast, Wonga CEO, Brett van Aswegen, shares the fascinating story of how they turned the business around in South Africa, going from payday lenders to short term lenders, repairing a damaged reputation, abandoning a ‘churn and burn' strategy and pivoting to a digital marketing approach. Watch the full podcast on YouTube
In this episode of the Business Unusual Podcast, Heléne Smuts, the founder of Credo Growth, a speaker at the 2023 Future of HR Summit, shares her journey from an expert in people development to entrepreneurship and leadership. Watch the full podcast on YouTube
In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Ralf Fletcher is joined by executive business coaches from Mentally Fit South Africa: Luc van der Hofstadt and Olympic gold medalist James Thompson. The trio delve into the intersection of sports, coaching and business, drawing parallels between high-performance athletes and corporate success. Watch the full podcast on YouTube
In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Topco Media's CEO, Ralf Fletcher, chats to Ciko about his journey from entrepreneurship to corporate leadership. They reflect on the importance of sales, leading with humanity, understanding what motivates individuals and Ciko emphasises the importance of adapting to working with people on their terms, rather than their own and more. Watch the full podcast on YouTube
In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Celiwe shares her valuable leadership insights, reflecting on the power of people and purpose. They talk about the importance of family, creating certainty for people in your organisation, being optimistic about opportunities on the continent and the role corporations can play in working towards a sustainable future. Watch the full podcast on YouTube
In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Ralf Fletcher chats to Greig, the founder and CEO of PURA Beverages. Having gone from a trailblazing executive to the founder of a disruptive startup, Greig has gathered the kind of expertise and intuition that have made his entrepreneurial journey such a powerful insight into the secrets of success. Watch the full podcast on YouTube
Ola Oyetayo, Founder and CEO of Verto is in conversation with Topco Media's CEO, Ralf Fletcher, for the latest edition of the Business Unusual podcast Watch the full podcast on YouTube
For the latest Business Unusual Podcast Topco Media's CEO is in conversation with KC Rottok Chesaina, the author of The CEO X-Factor: Secrets for Success from South Africa's Top Money Makers
In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Topco Media CEO Ralf Fletcher is in conversation with the CEO of Nashua, Barry Venter.
After 21 years in various roles at Rand Merchant Bank, Jessica Spira joined Virgin Active South Africa as the new Managing Director in 2022. Having been involved in huge transactions, such as the reverse listing of Mediclinic, Jessica Spira knows all about building trust and strengthening relationships. In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Jessica is in conversation with Topco Media's CEO, Ralf Fletcher. Listen as she takes him through her journey, the insights she's picked up along the way, and how Virgin Active South Africa is thinking about their product offering.
In this Business Unusual Podcast, Ross is in conversation with Topco Media's Group Editor, Fiona Wakelin. Here Ross takes us through how MSC Cruises SA survived the pandemic, how they're thinking about and integrating all aspects of ESG into their operations, how they're navigating the tourism market in the region and more.
In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Khensani is in conversation with Topco Media's CEO, Ralf Fletcher. Starting with her own fascinating journey, Khensani takes us through the thinking of one of the country's leading marketing professionals.
In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Khensani is in conversation with Topco Media's CEO, Ralf Fletcher. Starting with her own fascinating journey, Khensani takes us through the thinking of one of the country's leading marketing professionals.
In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Topco Media's CEO, Ralf Fletcher is in conversation with David about sustainable investing and reasons to be optimistic about South Africa.
In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Topco Media's CEO, Ralf Fletcher is in conversation with David about sustainable investing and reasons to be optimistic about South Africa.
What are cryptocurrencies? What is blockchain technology? Is regulation a bad thing? What is it going to take to get the masses to adopt crypto assets as stores of value? And what do Rassie Erasmus and Siya Kolisi have to do with it? youtu.be
What are cryptocurrencies? What is blockchain technology? Is regulation a bad thing? What is it going to take to get the masses to adopt crypto assets as stores of value? And what do Rassie Erasmus and Siya Kolisi have to do with it? youtu.be
What does a woman looking for spinach, weekday golfers and grandmothers buying pot holders have in common? They've contributed to making Jack Daly one of the world's leading sales speakers and trainers. youtu.be
What does a woman looking for spinach, weekday golfers and grandmothers buying pot holders have in common? They've contributed to making Jack Daly one of the world's leading sales speakers and trainers. youtu.be
In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Ralf Fletcher, CEO of Topco Media is in conversation with Mamongae about the transformative impact of e-commerce, what it takes to solve complex problems and what we need to consider as e-commerce continues its growth.
In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Ralf Fletcher, CEO of Topco Media is in conversation with Mamongae about the transformative impact of e-commerce, what it takes to solve complex problems and what we need to consider as e-commerce continues its growth.
In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Ralf Fletcher, CEO of Topco Media engages in conversation with Arnie Malham about how to create the right culture for your business, how to ensure that you hold yourself accountable as an entrepreneur and how personal growth within an organisation can lead to continued success. More podcasts from Topco Media
In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Ralf Fletcher, CEO of Topco Media engages in conversation with Arnie Malham about how to create the right culture for your business, how to ensure that you hold yourself accountable as an entrepreneur and how personal growth within an organisation can lead to continued success. More podcasts from Topco Media
Sanjeev Raghubir is leading the Shoprite Group's environmental and social sustainability efforts, bringing with him an appreciation for the impact they can have on development and business practices. A speaker at the Old Mutual Future of Sustainability Summit, Sanjeev holds multiple degrees, including an MBA and began his career at the CSIR, as an environmental engineer. In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Tonie Samkange, CEO of ThePRHouse, speaks to Shoprite Group Sustainability Manager, Sanjeev Raghubir, about the effect climate change has value chains, the lessons Shoprite has learned in their sustainability initiatives, what large business can do to help communities to deal with climate change and what the future holds for value chains.
Sanjeev Raghubir is leading the Shoprite Group's environmental and social sustainability efforts, bringing with him an appreciation for the impact they can have on development and business practices. A speaker at the Old Mutual Future of Sustainability Summit, Sanjeev holds multiple degrees, including an MBA and began his career at the CSIR, as an environmental engineer. In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Tonie Samkange, CEO of ThePRHouse, speaks to Shoprite Group Sustainability Manager, Sanjeev Raghubir, about the effect climate change has value chains, the lessons Shoprite has learned in their sustainability initiatives, what large business can do to help communities to deal with climate change and what the future holds for value chains.
Microsoft Senior Cloud Security Advocate Joylynn Kirui is what is known as a ‘white hat' - an ethical hacker. Her job is to do everything a hacker would do to compromise a system and she's always had consistent success doing so. The Africa Tech Week speaker has hacked into everything. It's no wonder she was named Hacker of the Year in 2020 and recognised as a finalist in the Top 50 Women in Cybersecurity in the same year. In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, we engage in conversation with Joylynn about why businesses hire hackers and how the African continent is faring on the cybersecurity front. She shares with us the importance of developers, businesses and consumers being aware of security threats and protecting personal data.
Microsoft Senior Cloud Security Advocate Joylynn Kirui is what is known as a ‘white hat' - an ethical hacker. Her job is to do everything a hacker would do to compromise a system and she's always had consistent success doing so. The Africa Tech Week speaker has hacked into everything. It's no wonder she was named Hacker of the Year in 2020 and recognised as a finalist in the Top 50 Women in Cybersecurity in the same year. In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, we engage in conversation with Joylynn about why businesses hire hackers and how the African continent is faring on the cybersecurity front. She shares with us the importance of developers, businesses and consumers being aware of security threats and protecting personal data.
Having scaled Zoona across the African continent, Lelemba Phiri now manages a R100-million gender-lens investing fund. She's found the special balance many entrepreneurs and investors are looking for: generating profit while still creating an impact. It was at Zoona that she realised she can make an impact elsewhere and as such Lelemba has dedicated her work to empowering women entrepreneurs. In the latest Business Unusual Podcast we engage in conversation with Lelemba Phiri about how to attract investors, why she left a successful venture and how it's possible to make an impact while making a profit. Lelemba shares her journey and explains why gender-lens investing is important.
Having scaled Zoona across the African continent, Lelemba Phiri now manages a R100-million gender-lens investing fund. She's found the special balance many entrepreneurs and investors are looking for: generating profit while still creating an impact. It was at Zoona that she realised she can make an impact elsewhere and as such Lelemba has dedicated her work to empowering women entrepreneurs. In the latest Business Unusual Podcast we engage in conversation with Lelemba Phiri about how to attract investors, why she left a successful venture and how it's possible to make an impact while making a profit. Lelemba shares her journey and explains why gender-lens investing is important.
When it comes to advertising, Mike Abel is happy to play in the world of perception, but he also realises that “perception is reality” and when it comes to doing business in South Africa, Mike believes we need to be changing our perception of the challenges we are faced with. What we think of the world becomes our reality. As the Chief Executive Partner of M&C SAATCHI ABEL, one of South Africa's most successful advertising agencies, Mike has had to develop a keen understanding of how products and services are perceived. In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Ralf Fletcher, Topco Media CEO, engages in conversation with Mike Abel about the Metaverse, NFT's, art and why more people and businesses should be staying in South Africa.
When it comes to advertising, Mike Abel is happy to play in the world of perception, but he also realises that “perception is reality” and when it comes to doing business in South Africa, Mike believes we need to be changing our perception of the challenges we are faced with. What we think of the world becomes our reality. As the Chief Executive Partner of M&C SAATCHI ABEL, one of South Africa's most successful advertising agencies, Mike has had to develop a keen understanding of how products and services are perceived. In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Ralf Fletcher, Topco Media CEO, engages in conversation with Mike Abel about the Metaverse, NFT's, art and why more people and businesses should be staying in South Africa.
To say Bob Moesta is a remarkable human being is a gross understatement. Not many among us can say they literally spoke a book into existence - Bob can. Having had a key role in 3 500 products being developed and brought to the world it would be an understatement to say that his knowledge could fill countless books. A speaker at the upcoming Africa Tech Week conference, Bob is one of the pioneers of the Jobs-to-be-Done theory and the author of Demand-Side Sales 101: Stop Selling and Help Your Customers Make Progress. In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Ralf Fletcher, CEO of Topco Media engages in conversation with Bob Moesta about how to get people to buy your products.
To say Bob Moesta is a remarkable human being is a gross understatement. Not many among us can say they literally spoke a book into existence - Bob can. Having had a key role in 3 500 products being developed and brought to the world it would be an understatement to say that his knowledge could fill countless books. A speaker at the upcoming Africa Tech Week conference, Bob is one of the pioneers of the Jobs-to-be-Done theory and the author of Demand-Side Sales 101: Stop Selling and Help Your Customers Make Progress. In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Ralf Fletcher, CEO of Topco Media engages in conversation with Bob Moesta about how to get people to buy your products.
‘The future is now' is an oft-repeated phrase but Ofentse Mokwena has a spin on it that reflects the focused, forward thinking nature of his work at Uber sub-Saharan Africa: “The Future of Work is now.” A speaker at the upcoming Africa Tech Week conference, Mokwena has a background in both business and academia, lecturing, researching, publishing papers and adding his expertise in transport economics to the industry. In the latest Business Unusual Podcast we engage in conversation with Uber sub-Saharan Africa's Strategic Project Lead, Ofentse Mokwena about building smart cities in Africa and the challenges faced by the infrastructure sector. Ofentse tells us about the journey from seeing the township transport system, to now imagining what the future of work looks like, and envisioning the infrastructure needed to support it.
‘The future is now' is an oft-repeated phrase but Ofentse Mokwena has a spin on it that reflects the focused, forward thinking nature of his work at Uber sub-Saharan Africa: “The Future of Work is now.” A speaker at the upcoming Africa Tech Week conference, Mokwena has a background in both business and academia, lecturing, researching, publishing papers and adding his expertise in transport economics to the industry. In the latest Business Unusual Podcast we engage in conversation with Uber sub-Saharan Africa's Strategic Project Lead, Ofentse Mokwena about building smart cities in Africa and the challenges faced by the infrastructure sector. Ofentse tells us about the journey from seeing the township transport system, to now imagining what the future of work looks like, and envisioning the infrastructure needed to support it.
To say Sean Riley's journey to success sounds like the storyline of a movie would be an understatement. From a 110km motorcycle commute to school in South Africa, packing turf on a truck in London while it snows, teaching himself how to write code that Credit Suisse used for almost two decades, selling a business that went on to staggering success and now running a business whose clients are multinationals: Twitter, Spotify, Snapchat and Verizon Media. There's very little Sean Riley hasn't done and very little opportunities he hasn't taken, to tremendous success. In the latest Business Unusual podcast, Ralf Fletcher, CEO of Topco Media engages in conversation with Sean Riley on how telling your story and speaking to people's emotions is integral to sales. Sean shares riveting stories and offers expert advice for sales success.
To say Sean Riley's journey to success sounds like the storyline of a movie would be an understatement. From a 110km motorcycle commute to school in South Africa, packing turf on a truck in London while it snows, teaching himself how to write code that Credit Suisse used for almost two decades, selling a business that went on to staggering success and now running a business whose clients are multinationals: Twitter, Spotify, Snapchat and Verizon Media. There's very little Sean Riley hasn't done and very little opportunities he hasn't taken, to tremendous success. In the latest Business Unusual podcast, Ralf Fletcher, CEO of Topco Media engages in conversation with Sean Riley on how telling your story and speaking to people's emotions is integral to sales. Sean shares riveting stories and offers expert advice for sales success.
Focusing on humanity: Stafford Masie talks about how empathy and love can drive change and success Stafford Masie has seen it all and done it all, and is now offering up his experience and expertise as a member of various boards and lecturer at business schools. He's gone from an analyst to a tech investor and is widely known as the man who brought Google to South Africa. Stafford considers himself lucky to have been able to have seen the birth of the internet as we know it, working in the US and South Africa as the technological landscape shifted and has gathered a treasure trove of knowledge. In the latest Business Unusual podcast, Ralf Fletcher, CEO of Topco Media engages in conversation with Stafford Masie on how focusing on empathy,love and conviction can influence the teams and business we build and what this entails for the future. Stafford shares lessons from Google and gives tips on getting a competitive edge in what he terms as our “iPhone moment”.
Focusing on humanity: Stafford Masie talks about how empathy and love can drive change and success Stafford Masie has seen it all and done it all, and is now offering up his experience and expertise as a member of various boards and lecturer at business schools. He's gone from an analyst to a tech investor and is widely known as the man who brought Google to South Africa. Stafford considers himself lucky to have been able to have seen the birth of the internet as we know it, working in the US and South Africa as the technological landscape shifted and has gathered a treasure trove of knowledge. In the latest Business Unusual podcast, Ralf Fletcher, CEO of Topco Media engages in conversation with Stafford Masie on how focusing on empathy,love and conviction can influence the teams and business we build and what this entails for the future. Stafford shares lessons from Google and gives tips on getting a competitive edge in what he terms as our “iPhone moment”.
Rethinking the legacy way of doing things: PPO Serve's Dr. Brian Ruff & Dr. Visegan Subrayen talk innovative healthcare Dr. Brian Ruff and Dr. Visegan Subrayen sit at the helm of PPO Serve, who offer innovative solutions for the delivery of care. They identified inefficiencies with doctors working in silos, instead of multidisciplinary teams, and a global lack of patient-centric management systems. Dr. Ruff, CEO and co-founder, is a rheumatologist with a qualification in Health Economics and experience in both the private and public sector. Dr. Subrayen, COO, spent time as a clinician before moving into hospital management and going the entrepreneurial route after his MBA. In the latest Business Unusual podcast, Fiona Wakelin, Topco Media Group Editor engages in conversation with Dr. Ruff and Dr. Subrayen to discuss thinking differently about the healthcare system. They give an overview of how they are bringing innovation to the primary healthcare sector, breaking traditional, isolated ways of working and why collaboration is important.
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