Mila Services
Woman of Stature Overall Winner 2024
Mila’s story and vision began when Charlotte Khoza and Annemarie Mostert identified the inequality prevalent in the cleaning industry as well as the lack of stability and growth for the many workers. In 2012 they embarked on a journey with determination to right the disparities and to change the foundation on which the soft services industry operates. They run Mila Services with this same passion and purpose to disrupt, create change and empower the working poor.
Elco Steel
Carmel is a business owner and conservation advocate. She is a director of Elco. She is a dynamic entrepreneur and passionate wildlife conservationist. With deep roots in her hometown she has played a pivotal role in the region’s economic and environmental landscape.
Her business journey started with a family run business ; Elco Steel Dealers (Steel Merchants) and through this, she gained hands on experience in all fields of the business.
She is a co-owner of Springs Mall (since 2017) and of the new Springs Lifestyle Centre (since 2024), two landmark developments that have strengthened the area’s retail and lifestyle offerings. Her business ventures reflect her commitment to community growth, sustainability, and creating spaces that bring people together.
Rainbowkids
I am the CEO and principal of 2 pre-schools. What I did not know was the amazing rewards that would be reaped from owning and running a preschool. I have 33 amazing staff members reliant on their jobs and passionate about whom at least 90% have been with me since I opened or over the past 10 years of my 15 years of opening. We have grown from a small 45-child pre-school to 100-plus children over 2 pre-schools.The joy it gives me is long-lasting and rewarding in every way.
RE/MAX Dazzle
Cindy Brits Broker/Owner of RE/MAX Dazzle feels passionate about her business, agents and community.
She started as an Agent in 2004 and later joined the RE/MAX Dazzle management team before becoming a partner in the business in 2011. Cindy was awarded the prestigious Chairman’s Club Award in 2006,2007 and 2008 and was inducted into the RE/MAX Hall of Fame SA as well as internationally. In 2007 her Team was recognised as the #9 Team Worldwide!
Have and Share
Claudina Hafenscher is the Managing Director of Have & Share Pty Ltd, a company focused on organisational health, leadership clarity, and workforce well-being.
With more than 30 years of experience in facilitation, coaching, mentoring, and human behavioural development, Claudina’s entrepreneurial journey grew from a deep desire to help people feel seen, heard, understood, and equipped to thrive.
Through Have & Share, she works with leaders, teams, and organisations to uncover the hidden human dynamics that affect performance, engagement, and resilience. Her work integrates Reality Check®, PQ® Coaching, mBIT coaching, Educational Kinesiology, and practical facilitation to help organisations move from assumption to insight, and from insight to meaningful action.
Infinity Grip
Conny Oberrauter is revolutionising sports performance. She is the innovator of the world's premier liquid grip aid.
Infinity Grip is a liquid grip aid that was born and bred in South Africa. It was developed through identifying a gap in the grip aid sector for an available product that works well as promised and does not need to be imported.
MS Allure
MS Allure
Discover the versatile and refined selection of jewellery, handbags and accessories that effortlessly elevates your everyday style. From delicate necklaces to minimalist earrings, these timeless pieces perfectly complement any outfit
Training Excellence
An International Business Woman, with 24 years of Business Experience in both South Africa and the UAE combined. Hawa is the CEO of Training Excellence in South Africa and appointed CEO Orbrix Technical and Occupational Skills Training Dubai, UAE. She is also the Executive Chair at ESS Holdings Africa and the Director Hadarat Global.
Dr Marlena Kruger is the CEO and founder of MindUnique Education and its social responsibility partner, the TechnoLife Wise Foundation. She is a digital well-being expert and neuro-integrative (holistic) health coach.
She helps people, including parents and families, master techno-life balance in our digital-addicted world so they and their children can become healthier and happier, optimising their potential while enjoying real life and nature. MindUnique Education was founded in 2015, and the TechnoLife Wise Foundation in 2017.
She started designing and manufacturing the WoWe® (World of Well-being) EMF protective products (in 2019) to protect us from man-made EMF radiation emitted by our cell phones, cell phone towers, Wi-Fi routers, and other "smart" wireless devices, including Bluetooth and other "smart" wireless devices.
Founder and Lead Trainer
I am a passionate educator and communication specialist dedicated to finding the voice in others. As the Founder and Lead Trainer of my business, I specialize in teaching the art of public speaking to students as young as 10 and guiding young professionals as they step into their careers. My entrepreneurial journey began with a simple belief: that confidence is a skill, not a trait. Over the years, I have grown this vision into a platform that equips the next generation with the tools to lead, speak, and impact their communities with clarity.
Conquer Financial Consultancy
Conquer Financial Consultancy offers accounting and coaching services to build profitable businesses. We help you develop a focused business strategy, backed by realistic budgets and forecasts that drive sustainable growth.
Bespoke Nutrition Solutions
Gundrun Hall is a certified Nutritionist and Health Coach offering personalised Health and Wellness through DNA-based nutrition.
Whether you seek weight gain or loss we craft a plan that aligns with your bodies needs.
We compliment it with coaching & a personalized workout and nutrition plan for holistic transformation.
Lathitha Rising
Hlengiwe Faku is a Business Psychologist (MSc) and Health, Wellbeing & Leadership Coach, and the Founder of Lathitha Rising where mindset, wellbeing & leadership rise together. Her entrepreneurial journey is rooted in a deep commitment to helping people lead and live with clarity, resilience, and purpose.
With a background spanning leadership development, wellbeing strategy, and human behaviour, Hlengiwe works with individuals, leaders, and organisations who are navigating burnout, misalignment, chronic stress, low engagement, and leadership fatigue. She helps them move from survival mode to sustainable performance by strengthening mindset, restoring wellbeing, and building emotionally intelligent leadership practices.
Janet Gericke Co
I'm Janet Gericke, Podcast Producer and Manager with 20+ years of experience in communications, PR and content strategy. I handle the entire production process for business podcasters: strategy, guest management, show notes, transcripts, social media content, scheduling and publishing, so you can focus on showing up and having great conversations.
I also host my own podcast, Janet Generally Speaking, which means I understand your world from both sides of the microphone.
I work with business owners who want a professional, consistent podcast without managing the process themselves PR and communications professionals who want to use podcasting as a thought leadership and media tool Brands that have started a podcast and need someone to take the reins
The Wellness Specialist
Keshnie is The Wellness Specialist, a Professional Doctorate Candidate Enabling Wellness & Wellbeing Through Transformative Learning & Practical Immersion.
The Wellness Specialist stands at the forefront of human capital innovation, embodying our commitment to "Empowering & Enabling Future Change Makers.”
Zimdehla Projects
Zimdehla Projects is an opencast contract mining company. In addition to mining, the company specializes in bulk earthworks, civil engineering works, mine rehabilitation, and materials handling.
NeuroCoach&Mentor Institute and NeuroBusiness Institute
Kim is a Keynote Speaker, Facilitator, Trainer and Coach.
The NeuroCoach™ & Mentor Institute (NC&MI) has a proven track record of training, equipping and supporting Coaches and Mentors globally through accredited, practical, and embodied learning, grounded in the latest neuroscience methodologies.
Kristy Scholz is a self-mastery and leadership coach, facilitator, entrepreneur, wife and working mom. Her passion for this work is deeply rooted in her own life experience, which has shown her that it is often through life’s most challenging transitions that we are invited to reconnect with a deeper sense of peace, clarity and purpose. From this inner space, she believes we can show up more fully in our leadership, our relationships, and the contributions we make in the world.
Zinzino
Partnering with Zinzino I embrace the challenge of bringing evidence-based pharma nutrition to the forefront, demonstrating my passion for personal health intertwined with my professional endeavors and common proactive risk management principles.
Lumela Afrika
Leanne is an entrepreneur driven by a singular belief: that art and ethical trade can be a catalyst for a transformed life. Lumela Afrika is a thriving enterprise specializing in hand-painted, African-inspired creations that proudly export their unique design around the world.
Liezl is a qualified Master Life Transformation Coach, a Master Multiple Brain Integration Technique (mBIT) Coach, Wayfinder Coach, Neurolinguistics Practitioner, and Inner Conflict Therapy Practitioner. Over the past decade and a half, she has been guiding her clients on their journeys to self-discovery and awakening.
LaRoss Consulting
As a certified professional coach, and ICF member, Linda will assist you and your business in setting and achieving your business or career goals, assist you in developing your Leadership and teams' potential to maximize your productivity and improve your bottom line.
Woman of Stature Lifetime Achievement Award 2022
Gutsy, witty, and passionate, Lorraine is an inspirational speaker who started her journey as an environmental, civil rights, and anti-Vietnam activist in California in 1969. She worked with the Environmental Protection Agency – and has never looked back! A Global TEDx speaker on climate change, sustainability, ESG and related topics.
Evolve Promotions
At Evolve Promotions we understand the importance of effective branding and the role it plays in making your business stand out from the crowd. We are committed to understanding your unique needs and creating tailor-made solutions that align with your brand’s identity and messaging.
LCI Consulting
Monica Groome is a Senior Image Consultant at Chata Romano International.
Her blend of executive and leadership coaching, image consulting, and experience-based insights helps her clients to confidence, achieve success, and improve their personal branding.
African Rewinders (Pty) Ltd
African Rewinders (Pty) Ltd specializes in the maintenance, rewinding, and servicing of both AC multiphase and DC electrical motors and pumps. Our core business revolves around repairing and maintaining electrical motors and pumps.
I am a Learning & Development Specialist and Workforce Performance Strategist with over a decade of experience in education, training, and leadership development. My work focuses on bridging the gap between education and employment by designing impactful programmes that build real-world capability and drive performance.
Through my business, I lead training, coaching, and workforce development initiatives across industries, helping individuals transition from learning into meaningful careers while supporting organisations in building high-performing, future-ready teams.
Conscious Connections
CEO and founder of three organisations, Natalee is dedicated to people mentorship, leadership
development, and empowerment. With a foundation in psychology, she has made her mark as a transformative coach. Known for her down-to-earth and approachable nature, she creates a safe, inclusive environment where individuals and teams feel empowered to reach their full potential.
Chapu Chartered Accountants Inc
Chapu CA Inc. (Chapu) is a professional services firm of Chartered Accountants (SA) and Registered Auditors, specialising in accounting, audit, and taxation services. Our key area of expertise is Advisory (Accounting and Taxation), Business Consulting and Assurance (External, Internal, and Specialised audit) services.
Pointique
Woman of Stature Woman in Tech 2024
Pointique is a proudly South African technology company based in Gauteng offering Business Consulting, Technology Services, and innovative products around the SAP Platform.
Professor of Practice at the College of Business & Economics at the University of Johannesburg
Chairperson - Woman of Stature Foundation
As the Academic Director of FutureBanker, I lead with a vision to democratise access to quality education for all, especially women and youth. FutureBanker is a proudly 100% black woman-owned, accredited vocational, higher education and training provider. We are committed to reshaping the financial sector through inclusive, dynamic, and future-focused learning.
RM Consulting t/a Blueprint Global Consulting
I’m Raheel Muhammad, an entrepreneur, strategist, and mentor with 20+ years of experience helping startups and SMEs scale with clarity and confidence.
I specialise in:
• Designing actionable growth strategies
• Streamlining operations and processes
• Empowering entrepreneurs through mentorship
• Creating business models and diagnostic tools that deliver real-world impact
From incubation programs to ESD initiatives, I’ve guided 150+ entrepreneurs across industries and equipping them with sustainable business frameworks, funding readiness, and growth roadmaps that work.
On a personal note: I am spoilt wife, blessed mom of two and proud daughter, sister and aunt. Love reading, walks, good food and the outdoors.
PhysEQFiT
A dynamic business leader and finance professional, Ronel serves as a Leadership & Holistic Wellness NeuroCoach and helps individuals to discover and grow the leader within, reaching their full potential and living their best lives following holistic wellness principles incorporating physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.
African Brand Architects
African Brand Architects is a brand management and business development agency specializing in the strategic development, maintenance, and enhancement of a brand’s identity, reputation, and market presence. We focus on identifying growth opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and expanding the market audience locally and internationally.
Bush Whisper Expeditions
Bush Whisper Expeditions was established to provide bespoke and tailored travel packages for both local and international tourists. Based in Johannesburg, the economic and business hub of the country, our company offers tours, transfers that range from budget to five-star luxury, from overland tours to hiking, bird watching, photographic tours, and family fun.
CEO at ICARUS MEDIA GROUP SA
Icarus Media specialises in social media marketing and helps entrepreneurs grow their business brand with effective social media strategies.
Woman in Community Awardee 2025
Tracy McQuarrie stands out as a transformative leader in the animal welfare sector, notably for her role in creating BarkingMad, South Africa’s largest animal rescue network. Under her guidance, Dogtown South Africa has pioneered innovative care and shelter development programs that are reshaping the country's
animal welfare landscape.
Founder and CEO
OSR Projects and Consulting
Verusha Govender is the founder and CEO of OSR Projects and Consulting, a South African based privately owned company that with the goal of taking the current flagship in construction and growing it within the Southern Africa region by providing the trust and quality that our customers have learnt to rely on.
They specialise in Civil Construction and General Building for clients in the Governmental, Commercial and Residential Sectors. The strong growth of OSR projects and consulting has been built on a foundation of consistently delivering construction projects to the highest standards. Since beginning as a small civil construction contractor, we have demonstrated an unbeaten track record for delivering high quality civil projects to our clients.