Sonja: COO/Managing Director - South Africa
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Position: COO/Managing Director
Nationality: South Africa
Home Country: South Africa
Experience
COO & MD of two global multinationals, strong go-to-market experience taking global brands into new markets across Africa. Business turnaround specialist and marketing expert.
Major Achievements
In my career, I have been successful in turning organisations with million euro losses into profitable businesses. Appointed to the board of directors at the age of 30, becoming the first female director on the board.
Industry Sector Competencies
• Electronics• Telecommunications
• Consumer Goods
• Business services
• Retail
Professional Objectives
• Function: Chief Operating Officer, Managing Director, Country Manager• Interim Manager: Yes
• Permanent Position: Yes
• Operational: Yes
• Availability: Full time, Part time, Coaching on demand
• Prefered Locations: South Africa, Africa, UK
Additional Professional Interests
• Operational Coaching on demand• Non Executive Director Assignments
Countries Covered
• South Africa• Botswana
• Kenya
• Mozambique
• Namibia
Operational Competencies
• Technologies to market (Professional)• Business development (Professional)
• Acquisition and shadow management (Professional)
• New product or service launch (Professional)
• Geographical expansion (Professional)
• Company rescue or turnaround (Professional)