Experience

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  Tinyhome Africa

  • South Africa

  • CEO & Founder

    • Mar 2021 - Present
    • South Africa

    Live anywhere. Off-grid, modular, movable tiny homes designed with minimalistic luxury living in mind at affordable prices. www.tinyhome.africa

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  Neosphere Network

  • South Africa

  • Founder

    • Jan 2019 - Present
    • South Africa

    Developing a Web 3-based Conscious Networking App. Find your connections, own and share your content and services, build global communities with like-minded People.

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  CLM Home (Previously Clever Little Monkey)

  • Somerset West, Western Cape, South Africa

  • CEO & Founder

    • Jan 2005 - Mar 2021
    • Somerset West, Western Cape, South Africa

    CLM Home was first acquired by the Deneb Group (owned by Hosken Consolidated Investments Ltd.) in 2013 and later by Little Whitehouse in 2023. Specialising in modern furniture and decor for babies, kids and eventually the entire home (previously Cleverlittlemonkey.co.za). CLM Home's online store curated a beautiful selection of exclusive imported ranges whilst also promoting local design.Deneb Limited is a diverse investment company operating in Southern Africa with twenty subsidiaries across branded products, textiles, property and industrial sectors, listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.- Achieved significant business growth from inception to enterprise scale, culminating in the recognition as the First Runner Up for SA's Online Retailer of the Year 2018. - Spearheaded the conceptualisation and implementation of a robust e-commerce business model, alongside a comprehensive 5-year strategy, mission, vision, and values. - Presented in monthly board meetings, contributing strategic insights and direction. - Instrumental in the development and management of social media channels, enhancing brand visibility and engagement. - Led product development and design, overseeing the production of innovative offerings. - Effectively managed relationships with international manufacturers of in-house designs, ensuring quality and timely delivery. - Proactively identified and secured new international brand licenses and distribution agreements to diversify the product portfolio, positioning them successfully in the South African market. - Directed the operations of the management, sales, and operational staff, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. - Additionally, conceptualised and supervised stand-alone retail showrooms in Kramerville and Somerset West, further establishing the brand's presence and accessibility.

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  Art Direction Consultant

  • Johannesburg Area, South Africa

  • Art Director

    • Jan 1996 - 2005
    • Johannesburg Area, South Africa

    Art direction & illustrator for Maskew Miller & Longman, Cambridge University Press, Oxford University Press, Nasau Via Afrika, Vivlia, Macmillan .