Crosby Tashie Hunda
Group Marketing Lead at Methys Group- Claim this Profile
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Nkosana Keleni
Crosby is fantastic person to work with i had an opportunity to work with him in business development. He is a hard worker and a goal getter.
Lisa Pillay
Tashie Crosby Hunda is a well-mannered, skilled, professional individual who achieves excellence in his career. He has managed to achieve all the goals he sets with humility and drive. Tashie is an asset to any organization he is apart of.
Nkosana Keleni
Crosby is fantastic person to work with i had an opportunity to work with him in business development. He is a hard worker and a goal getter.
Lisa Pillay
Tashie Crosby Hunda is a well-mannered, skilled, professional individual who achieves excellence in his career. He has managed to achieve all the goals he sets with humility and drive. Tashie is an asset to any organization he is apart of.
Nkosana Keleni
Crosby is fantastic person to work with i had an opportunity to work with him in business development. He is a hard worker and a goal getter.
Lisa Pillay
Tashie Crosby Hunda is a well-mannered, skilled, professional individual who achieves excellence in his career. He has managed to achieve all the goals he sets with humility and drive. Tashie is an asset to any organization he is apart of.
Nkosana Keleni
Crosby is fantastic person to work with i had an opportunity to work with him in business development. He is a hard worker and a goal getter.
Lisa Pillay
Tashie Crosby Hunda is a well-mannered, skilled, professional individual who achieves excellence in his career. He has managed to achieve all the goals he sets with humility and drive. Tashie is an asset to any organization he is apart of.
Credentials
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Search Engine Optimisation
Red & Yellow Creative School of BusinessDec, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Social Media
University of Cape TownJun, 2016- Oct, 2024 -
Entrepreneurship Development (Distinction)
Raymond Ackerman Academy of Entrepreneurial DevelopmentJul, 2015- Oct, 2024 -
Event Management (with Distinction)
The Business SchoolApr, 2015- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Methys Group
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France
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Group Marketing Lead
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Mar 2022 - Present
* Creating and executing on content strategy for Methys Group: daily social media management* Creating social media content for all Methys Group digital platforms: website, social media, research reports * Using the designated brand guidelines: designing all materials used for communication and overall brand auditing and ensuring consistency across all communication channels* Reporting on web traffic metrics and user engagement for all Methys Group social media platforms* Responsible for maintaining the Alumni community database of startups, investors. corporates and other relevant stakeholders in the ecosystem* Identifying strategic B2B partnerships (corporates, investors, institutions, startups & media)* Playing a key role in authoring qualitative annual research reports on tech innovation and investment trends in the African ecosystem.* Assisting Fsatlabs with the soft-landing program and managing the alumni community and any other duties that require assistance * Playing a key role in the launch of AfricaRise - creating marketing and social media strategies & promoting brand awareness online
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Community and Growth Specialist
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Dec 2021 - Mar 2022
* Playing a key role in identifying and assisting Africa's top tech-startups scale their ventures* Creating and executing on content strategy for Methys Group: daily social media management, weekly newsletters for website and email, weekly blogs & podcasts, regular press releases* Creating content for all Methys Group digital platforms: website, social media, research reports * Using the designated brand guidelines: designing all materials used for communication and overall brand auditing and ensuring consistency across all communication channels* Reporting on web traffic metrics and user engagement for all Methys Group social media platforms* Responsible for maintaining the Alumni community database of startups, investors. corporates and other relevant stakeholders in the ecosystem* Identifying strategic B2B partnerships (corporates, investors, institutions, startups & media)* Playing a key role in authoring qualitative annual research reports on tech innovation and investment trends in the African ecosystem.
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Media and Marketing Specialist at AfricArena
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Aug 2021 - Nov 2021
* Creating and executing on content strategy: daily social media management, weekly newsletters for website and email, weekly blogs & podcasts, regular press releases* Creating content for all AfricArena's digital platforms: website, startup portal, AfricArena Wired mobile app(articles, podcasts, weekly wired newsletters)* Using the designated brand guidelines: designing all materials used for communication and overall brand auditing and ensuring consistency across all communication channels* Liaising with media on distributing content such as press releases* Reporting on web traffic metrics and user engagement for all social media platforms* Responsible for maintaining AfricArena's database of startups, investors. corporates and other relevant stakeholders in the ecosystem* Identifying strategic B2B partnerships (corporates, investors, institutions, startups & media)* Playing a key role in the planning and execution of all AfricArena events (in person & digital) across Africa and Europe. Including: Managing the ticket sales process, constant communication with guests and logistics* Playing a key role in authoring qualitative annual research reports on tech innovation and investment trends in the African ecosystem.
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Rothko Brand Partners
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South Africa
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Public Relations and Communications Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Freelance Content Writer
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Jan 2021 - Present
* Creating Social Media Tool Kits* Developing Content themes* Social Media Calendars* Editing, ProofReading * CRM* Project Management * Strategy Planning & SEO * Creating Social Media Tool Kits* Developing Content themes* Social Media Calendars* Editing, ProofReading * CRM* Project Management * Strategy Planning & SEO
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Media Host (Pty) Ltd
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South Africa
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Business Development Coordinator & Communications Assistant
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Feb 2021 - May 2021
* Digital Asset Management* Account management* Implementing communications strategies* Provide administrative support to programs and internal teams* Draft and edit communications copy (e.g. press releases, publications, social media posts)* Maintaining web content and executing social media strategies* Update & maintain CRM databases and media lists* Track projects and media exposure* Facilitate effective internal communications* Maintain calendars and appointments* Prepare presentations and reports
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Corporate MC
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Entertainment Providers
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Corporate Master of Ceremonies
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Feb 2016 - Feb 2020
Have hosted/ MC’d corporate events, starting off with startup events, speaking at various school around SA, about entrepreneurship and recently MC-ing at Barista championships happening between Cpt and Jhb. MC Experience from 2015 - present:Mtn Solution Space 2016-2017* MC’d at the Venture Incubation pitch nights for startups and the graduation ceremonies as well.Allan Gray Entrepreneurship Challenge 2017* Hosted entrepreneurship events, speaking on entrepreneurship in school all over SA, at school assemblies, classes and events hosted by usZanetti Collection 2018* MC for the 1st ever Radisson Hotel Group internal Barista championships, from the regional competitions in Cape Town & Johannesburg and the final hosted in Cape Town
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Marketing and Communications Lead
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Mar 2019 - Sep 2019
* Drafting and writing blogs* Business Development* Sales and Marketing* Client service management* Coordinating marketing campaigns, media relations and implementing strategies for projects* Organizing events including business expos and youth workshops in disadvantaged communities* Direct social media activities to engage audiences across traditional and new media* Maintaining a keen understanding of industry trends affecting clients and make appropriate recommendations regarding communication strategy , surrounding them.* Leverage existing media relationships and cultivate new contacts within business.
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Zanetti Collection
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South Africa
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Food & Beverages
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1 - 100 Employee
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Business Development & Marketing Consultant
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Jul 2018 - Jan 2019
a. Implementing marketing plans/strategiesb. Client service management c. Trainings and presentations for clients and their staffd. Discovering and handling client queries/complaintse. Identifying new markets & business opportunitiesf. Representing the company at trade exhibitions, events & demonstrations g. Gathering market & customer information & providing feedback on future buying trendsh. Putting together presentationsi. Making accurate, rapid cost calculations and providing customers with quotations j. Social media marketing k. Arranging status reports l. Negotiating terms of an agreement with clients.............
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Allan Gray Orbis Foundation
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South Africa
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Non-profit Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Consulting Office Manager (Cape Town) - The Allan Gray Entrepreneurship Challenge
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Aug 2017 - Nov 2017
A browser based game that seeks to develop entrepreneurial mindsets in high-schools across South Africa. Students complete action-oriented challenges which are peer reviewed. Points are earned in a gamified environment. www.bluehelixtrial.co.zaKey Responsibilities:❖ Running logistics and support for travel plans, Prize distribution and Marketing activations.❖ Supporting with organization of the Gala Awards Dinner.❖ Maintaining the CRM database and assisting with Student and Teacher support.❖ Supporting with challenge moderation & making sure no one can “game the system”.❖ Research on schools, entrepreneurial education, etc.❖ Processing student and teacher rewards distribution.❖ Assist in managing the community of practice.
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Graduate Intern Consultant: Social Media and Marketing - Mtn Solution Space
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Feb 2016 - Feb 2017
Event ImplementationAssist with the events co-ordinator with the co-ordination & implementation of all marketing events which may include (but is not limited to securing venue and catering, overseeing the registration and branding set up at each event.Social Media monitoring and posting, assist with overseeing and maintaining regular posts to all social media platforms in accordance with the overall marketing strategy.AdministrationAssist with the scheduling of meetings in the marketing room and taking minutes as and when required. Updating the events calendar (digital calendar and events board) including researching worldwide event / opportunities that match our outputs. Assisting the marketing team with ad hoc tasks as & when required.Bulk Email DistributionAssist with customizing and then disseminating bulk mailers / reminder emailer / direct mailers / newsletters etc.
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Topco Media
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Advertising Services
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100 - 200 Employee
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Client Services Liaison
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Jan 2012 - Dec 2015
As a client services liaison I acts as a liaison between an organization and its customers. I strive to resolve problems and ensure that products are delivered timely and as expected. In general, I work to ensure client satisfaction with an organization's product or service. I am often the primary point of contact for a client or customer. Amongst others my job tasks include directing and controlling the processing and fulfillment of orders, fielding customer inquiries, and resolving customer complaints. I also streamline business operations, provide product training to customers, discuss technical aspects about a product, and oversee marketing campaigns.
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Executive Assistant To Chief Executive Officer
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Jun 2013 - Aug 2014
Managing keys accounts
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Business Developer
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Jan 2012 - May 2013
I have worked on Impumelelo were we aim to give a solid platform to black empowered companies for them to communicate their empowerment strategies and transformation goals by profiling in IMPUMELELO, BEE certification/empowerment has become an intergral part in day to day business in companies in various sectors.
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Education
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2016 - 2020
University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication Science -
2015 - 2015
Graduate School of Business - University of Cape Town
NQF Level 6, Entrepreneurship Development Programme -
2021 - 2021
Red & Yellow Creative School of Business
NQF Level 5 Online Short Course Certificate, Search Engine Optimisation -
2016 - 2016
University of Cape Town
NQF Level 5 Online Short Course Certificate, Social Media Marketing -
2015 - 2015
The Business School at Varsity College
NQF Level 5 National Higher Certificate, Event Management -
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Allan Wilson Technical High School
Completed
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