Elias Godfrey Thwala
Agriculturist
18 Gerrit Maritz Mbombela,MP
Summary
Godfrey Thwala is a visionary force in the agribusiness arena, boasting an illustrious decade-long journey in the agricultural landscape. Armed with an Advanced Diploma in Agricultural Extension and Rural Resource Management from the University of Mpumalanga, Godfrey is presently immersed in enriching his knowledge with a Degree in Sustainable Agriculture from the University of Free State.
His academic repertoire extends to a Certificate in Entrepreneurship from the University of Johannesburg and a Diploma in Plant Production from the esteemed Lowveld College of Agriculture. This robust educational foundation serves as a testament to Godfrey's unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation within the agricultural domain.
Currently holding the reins as the Head of Business Development for Bokamoso Global Solutions, Godfrey is instrumental in steering the company towards new heights of success. Simultaneously, his role as the Head of Academy for Bokamoso Farmers Academy underscores his dedication to nurturing and empowering the next generation of agricultural leaders.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Business Development
Bokamoso Global Solutions
03.2021 - 03.2024
- Increased profit margins by effectively controlling budget and overhead and optimizing product turns.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure seamless execution of company initiatives.
- Established and maintained highly effective relationships with clients and industry partners to drive growth.
- Contributed to product development efforts by providing valuable input on customer needs and preferences.
Chief Executive Officer
Buhle Bemvelo Farms
02.2018 - 03.2020
- Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.
- Negotiated with suppliers and delivery workers and ordered materials according to forecasted customer demand.
- Identified new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.
- Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
Black Management Forum (Mpumalanga)
Administrator
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Championed diversity and inclusion efforts within the workplace, resulting in an inclusive environment that fostered creativity and innovation among employees from various backgrounds.
Junior Scouting Manager
Matsafeni Mdluli Farms
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Drove operational efficiency through data-driven decision-making processes, leveraging analytics tools for informed strategy development.
Education
No Degree - Sustainable Development Goals And Law
University of Cambridge
England 04.2001 -
Certificate - Entrepreneurship Course
University of Johannesburg Business School
Johannesburg 04.2001 -
Advance Diploma - Agricultural Extension & Rural Resource Management
University of Mpumalanga
Nelspruit, South Africa 04.2001 -
National Diploma - Plant Production
Lowveld College of Agriculture
Nelspruit, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Sales Statistics Analysis
undefinedTimeline
Head of Business Development
Bokamoso Global Solutions
03.2021 - 03.2024
Chief Executive Officer
Buhle Bemvelo Farms
02.2018 - 03.2020
Black Management Forum (Mpumalanga)
Administrator
01.2017 - 01.2018
Junior Scouting Manager
Matsafeni Mdluli Farms
01.2014 - 01.2015
No Degree - Sustainable Development Goals And Law
University of Cambridge
04.2001 -
Certificate - Entrepreneurship Course
University of Johannesburg Business School
04.2001 -
Advance Diploma - Agricultural Extension & Rural Resource Management
University of Mpumalanga
04.2001 -
National Diploma - Plant Production
Lowveld College of Agriculture
04.2001 -
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