Winners at Brand Summit South Africa celebrate achievements
SANDTON – Individuals and companies who have contributed to the development of the country were commended for their work.
Brand Summit South Africa, hosted in Bryanston, handed out a series of awards to people and businesses that have made an impact on the development of the country.
Some of the awards given on the evening include Influencer of Influencers, Public Intellectual Brand Contributor and SMME (small, medium and micro-sized enterprises) Brand Contributor.
Marlene le Roux, the CEO of the Artscape Theatre, was awarded Influencer of Influencers and said that the recognition had come as a surprise. Le Roux said that in her role as the CEO she has championed the rights of people with disabilities.
“I was blessed when people gave me opportunities against all odds and that’s what I want to do for young people… I want to salute all the people with disabilities that against all odds, try their level best to survive every single day, “said Le Roux.
Kamogelo Mangena won the Public Intellectual Brand Contributor award for driving change in opinions in South Africa. “I hope that it will also influence a lot of people to do whatever they want to do in order to influence policy and drive change and action.”
He added that it was wonderful to get to know the other winners and see so many people who are having a positive impact on their community.
The award for SMME Brand Contributor was given to Nonzero co-founder Tania Habimana. Through her company, Habimana has contributed to the development of small businesses throughout the country. Her business helps other small businesses by offering cost-efficient marketing and works with large corporations to create an ecosystem of partners.
“It was a complete surprise…It’s a blessing and humbling to know that what we’re doing is being seen by such a big organisation,” added Habimana.
Solly Moeng, the convenor of the summit, said that he believes it’s really important to highlight the work being done by individuals and groups.
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