Karl Beckmann is the Head of Supply Chain at Valterra Platinum, one of the world’s leading platinum group metals producers. With more than 20 years of experience across procurement, supply chain, finance, digital transformation, and business leadership, he has built a track record of leading large-scale transformation initiatives that unlock value, improve resilience, and elevate […]
Liesl De Wet is an experienced climate reality leader and sustainability thinker with particular experience in the logistics sector in South Africa. She holds two degrees from the University of Johannesburg, a BCom Communications and BA Hons in Marketing Communications and various qualifications in the field of environment-friendly and sustainable business practice. She is also a
Thobile Lukope is a Supply Chain Sustainability Specialist at Kumba Iron Ore with experience in supplier development, inclusive procurement, host community stakeholder engagement, and local economic participation. She works to strengthen supplier capability, create market linkages for local enterprises, and unlock sustainable business opportunities across mining value chains. She holds an Honours degree in Metallurgical
Andries has qualifications in telecommunications technology, business science and an MBA degree from the University of Stellenbosch. He is a qualified Associate General Accountant, completed his articles in Telkom in 2002 and carry a Certified Fraud Examiner designation. He has a career that stretches over more 35 years from managing the outsourcing of numerous divisions
Petrus is leading SLR’s Sustainability Assurance practice in South Africa and has more than 25 years of experience in sustainability performance measurement and assurance. He is a Lead Certified Sustainability Assurance Practitioner (LCSAP) and a licensed assurance provider with Accountability applying standards such as AA1000AS, ISAE3000 and the new ISSA5000 for assurance engagements. Petrus also
Julie Wells is a seasoned professional with 30 years of experience in operations management and strategic communication. She has been involved in driving the green industry agenda since 2012, as the communication and business support manager at the National Cleaner Production Centre, NCPC. In this role, Julie has developed deep understanding of sustainability, participating in
Dumi is responsible for the effective functioning of what he calls the “engine room” of non- traditional finance. He has played various roles in Absa for the last 22 years. He is passionate about leveraging banks and corporates ecosystems as catalysts to build inclusive economies. Banks can play a transformative role in the economic lives
Thumo Mukwevho is a Senior Supply Chain Sustainability Specialist at Valterra Platinum with a strong background in the mining industry across sustainability, compliance, environmental management, and responsible business practices. She is responsible for embedding sustainability throughout the supply chain through a focus on inclusive procurement, responsible sourcing, and decarbonisation. Her work centres on integrating ESG
An accomplished investment and enterprise development professional with more than 30 years of experience spanning investment management, business development, credit analysis, banking, and small business support. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong commitment to fostering entrepreneurship, supporting business growth, and facilitating access to finance for emerging and established enterprises. Current work commitments I
