#FutureCEOs

Inspiring Entrepreneurs to Succeed in the Business World

CliffCentral.com — "Entrepreneurs who have persevered and worked very hard impact others who face challenges experienced by small business, such as limited capital, bureaucracy and difficulty in accessing markets." Tsogo Sun Entrepreneur of the Year Winner 2017 and founder of Sumting Fresh, Hezron Louwn, engages Hlubi Mboya Arnold on his…

2 Nov 2017 29 min

The Business of Going Against the Mainstream

CliffCentral.com — Hlubi Mboya Arnold connects with the Co-Founder of We Think Code, and Entrepreneurs Organisation Accelerator Programme graduate, Arlene Mulder. As women of influence, they unpack the barriers of leading a revolutionary tech institution dedicated to deliver SA's top human potential. They also discuss the critical role EO (Entrepreneurs…

26 Oct 2017 38 min

The First 10 Months As CEO – Lee Naik, CEO of TransUnion Africa

CliffCentral.com — Heading up a large, multi-national organisation is not easy – even tougher is a new CEO’s first 6 to 12 months leading a team and organisation that may even be resistant to change. Gareth Armstrong is joined in studio by Lee Naik, CEO of TransUnion Africa, to explore…

19 Oct 2017 28 min

Jarryd Chatz - 25yr Old CEO of BitCo

CliffCentral.com — Would you employ a 25-year-old to head up your organisation as CEO? You might think twice, but the BitCo board didn't. Listen to this insightful and telling #FutureCEOs conversation between Gareth Armstrong and Jarryd Chatz, the current CEO of telecommunications company, BitCo, where they explore the complexities, and…

12 Oct 2017 26 min

Sounds Nice But How Do We Implement It?

CliffCentral.com — Is Diversity just a new term we’re using for old tricks and approaches, or does it really offer something worth investing in? We look to Joké Coker, CEO Lead Coach of Constellation Coaching Group LLC, Liesl Bebb-McKay, Head of RMB’s innovation and disruptive technology division, The FOUNDeRY, and…

5 Oct 2017 23 min

Joké Coker – African Entrepreneur & Leader

CliffCentral.com — Winner of the Outstanding Achiever’s Award from the Women in Banking Finance and Investments Association, the Venture Capital Leadership Prize (UK), as well as the Woman of the Year Award from the National Association of Professional Women (NAPW – USA), means that Joké is someone worth listening to…

5 Oct 2017 23 min

A 3,5 Year Success – Founder & CEO Thumi Phake

CliffCentral.com — After winning a number of different awards, including the title of Small Business Entrepreneur of the Year® at the annual 2017 Sanlam/Business Partners Entrepreneur of the Year® competition, Thumi Phake, Founder and CEO of Zenzele Fitness Group is finally feeling like he can take his business all the…

28 Sep 2017 28 min

Adam Craker – CEO of IQ Business

CliffCentral.com — How does a self-confessed ADHD, poor academic, with some real trials in the early part of his life rise above all of this to fill the role and office of CEO of one of the largest independent consulting businesses in Southern Africa? We explore this question and more…

14 Sep 2017 27 min

Does Your Business Need “Business Rescue”?

CliffCentral.com — Is your business in trouble? Are you worried about where it is going to be in six months? Then perhaps you need a “Business Rescue” plan. Gareth Armstrong is joined in studio by Byron Chevalier, Business Rescue Practitioner at Mazars Recovery and Restructuring to talk through qualification for…

14 Sep 2017 24 min

Women & Tech: Why Are We So Underrepresented?

CliffCentral.com — On the final day of #WomensMonth 2017, Hlubi Mboya Arnold is joined in studio by a superstar guest line-up including Pan-African executives, international entrepreneurs, and the Dutch Ambassador to South Africa. Listen to this conversation if you’re a woman with ambition, vision, and a burning desire to rise.

31 Aug 2017 38 min

Social Entrepreneur - Shamila Ramjawan

CliffCentral.com — Business partner of Caster Semenya, Shamila Ramjawan joins Hlubi and Gareth in studio to talk about her journey from poor student to MBA graduate to owning a business now operating in 10+ countries.

17 Aug 2017 25 min

Frank Mullen – CEO of Zinia

CliffCentral.com — This is a pragmatic, direct, and insightful conversation with an hugely successful entrepreneur turned CEO. Listen as Hlubi and Gareth enjoy a super #FutureCEOs half hour in studio with Frank Mullen, CEO of Zinia.

17 Aug 2017 25 min

Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

CliffCentral.com — Are you potentially a victim of sexual harassment? This very sensitive topic is discussed in studio, where Gareth Armstrong is joined by a clinical psychologist, legal professional, and commissioner from the CCMA to talk through what you can do if you feel you are a victim.

10 Aug 2017 24 min

Joel Stransky: From Sports Hero to Businessman

CliffCentral.com — We’ve seen him achieving the greatest glory on the sports field, we’ve heard his voice guiding us through edge of seat sporting encounters, but do you know the other side of Rugby World Cup winning flyhalf, Joel Stransky – the businessman? Gareth Armstrong has the opportunity to sit…

10 Aug 2017 25 min

Black Women Disruption in our Financial Sector

CliffCentral.com — It is time to transform the financial sector and this transformation has to be normalised and inclusive in the upliftment and empowerment for all. Hlubi Mboya Arnold joins forces with Mapalo Makhu, founder of Woman & Finance and Nelisiwe Masango, founder of Bear Run Investments, to find solutions…

3 Aug 2017 36 min

Broken Bones Equals Real Passion

CliffCentral.com — This #FutureCEOs guest is probably the most passionate business owner we have had on the show – why? Because Theunis De Bruin - owner of Kawasaki/Triumph Centurion and founder of Reconstructed - has been living his business since he was a young boy, which includes broken bones and…

20 Jul 2017 24 min

A Mining Magnate In The Making?

CliffCentral.com — After a first year of zero sales, Sam Molefe - co-founder and MD of Modi Mining - began to question his decision to go out on his own. Six years and a number of awards later, he and his business partner are very pleased they didn’t throw in…

20 Jul 2017 27 min

The Evolution of John Vlismas: Comedian "Social Commentator" Businessman

CliffCentral.com — He doesn’t mince words during his satirical stand up against social issues and political injustices, but has he minced business and career opportunities as he has developed and grown as a comedian, social commentator, and businessman? Listen to this insightful #FutureCEOs conversation where Gareth Armstrong enjoys a funny…

13 Jul 2017 41 min

Leaving Corporate For Entrepreneurship

CliffCentral.com — At 26 years old she was heading to the top at multinational Proctor & Gamble, but felt something was off. Now - a few years, an MBA, and her own business later - Nokwazi Mzobe joins Gareth Armstrong in studio to talk about leaving a hugely promising corporate…

6 Jul 2017 24 min

Intuition vs Rational Thought

CliffCentral.com — Have you ever heard the advice to “Trust your gut!”, “Go with what feels right.”? Gareth Armstrong and Career Strategist, Licia Dewing, debate the role of intuition as part of the decision-making process. This is a #FutureCEOs discussion you want to hear.

6 Jul 2017 27 min