Success Stories

Doppio Zero: Paul Christie & Miki Milovanovic

Blake & Associates: Howard Blake

Blake & Associates began with one typewriter and a scooter, with Blake operating from his kitchen. Today he employs over 3 000 people across three continents.

Robin Hogarth

One of the most cut-throat and competitive industries in the world is still just that – an industry – and it’s full of lessons for would-be entrepreneurs.

Café del Sol: Ryan Viljoen, Luciana Traccani and Chiara Viljoen

Family team seek to make the world a better place through inspirational dining.

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Case Studies »

Silulo Ulutho Technologies: Luvuyo Rani

A Khayelitsha-based company adjusts its business model — twice — to suit the market, and reaps its rewards.

• Exactech: Antonio Pooe
• Cognician: Barry and Patrick Kayton
• Motribe:Nic Haralambous and Vincent Maher

Entrepreneur Profiles »

Doppio Zero: Paul Christie & Miki Milovanovic

Doppio Zero might have a casual ambience and approach, but it takes its customers, franchisees and the brand very seriously and is set to become a national brand known for these qualities.

• Blake & Associates: Howard Blake
• Capitec: Riaan Stassen
• Nestlife: Vusi Sithole

Lessons Learnt »

Robin Hogarth

One of the most cut-throat and competitive industries in the world is still just that – an industry – and it’s full of lessons for would-be entrepreneurs.

• Taste Holdings: Carlo Gonzaga
• DVT: Chris Wilkins
• Be Self-Aware

Snapshots »

Café del Sol: Ryan Viljoen, Luciana Traccani and Chiara Viljoen

Family team seek to make the world a better place through inspirational dining.

• Outsource Digital: Ryan Pickford
• Sani2c: Glen Haw
• Cre8tive Group: Greg Tinkler

Upstarts »

iLearn: Richard Rayne

Onsite and online learning company focuses on tailor-made education.

• Lesego Malatsi
• Gamin on the Go: Gareth and Sandy Kirkbride
• 1Stream: Jed Hewson and Bruce von Maltitz