KEVIN MARK STELZER
Founder | Strategic Operator | Builder of Systems that Scale
Krugersdorp,GP
Summary
Strategic founder and operator with 10+ years of business-building and operational leadership experience across finance, HR tech, and digital platforms. Director of Acquire Solutions and Acquire Legacy Holdings, leading ventures from concept to execution—most notably cfarers.io, a verified digital-passport platform modernising global maritime employment. MBA candidate (University of East London via UNICAF) known for translating theory into real-world execution and embedding discipline into fast-growth systems. Now seeking a strategic/entrepreneurial full time role where founder-level execution, strategic leverage, and global scaling intersect to build a company of lasting economic impact.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Director & Strategic Advisor
Acquire Legacy Holdings (Pty Ltd)
01.2024 - Current
- Venture-building holding company developing AI and tech-driven startups. Overseeing strategy, governance, and alignment between operations, finance, and product delivery. Launched cfarers.io—an AI verified maritime career platform now transitioning from Beta to Early Access phase. Secured Training Institute (TI) partnerships and initiated discussions with government bodies for collaboration.
Founder & Managing Director
Acquire Solutions (Pty Ltd)
01.2020 - Current
- Payroll and business consultancy specialising in compliance and outsourced HR for the private security industry. Achieved measurable client cost reductions through streamlined payroll systems and compliance-based process improvements.
Logistics Controller
Standard Bank of South Africa
01.2012 - Current
- Manage regional ATM operations and oversee 12 cash-in-transit teams. Lead reporting and risk functions ensuring precision and control in high-stakes environments
- Coordinate logistics operations to ensure timely delivery of cash
- Analyzed supply chain processes to enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs
- Developed strategies to optimize inventory management and distribution networks
- Streamlined communication between departments to improve workflow and project outcome.
- Manage vendor relationships to ensure compliance with service level agreements
- Led cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and enhance service delivery
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in logistics management and operational efficiency
- Participated in cross-functional teams to develop and execute strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, cost reduction, and customer satisfaction within the supply chain.
Founder & CEO
Battalion Security (Pty Ltd)
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Founded, scaled, and exited a licensed security company employing over 100 staff. Managed budgets, risk, and service delivery—successfully selling the business to a national operator for profit.
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
University of East London Via UNICAF University
United Kingdom 04.2001 -
BA - Criminology
University of South Africa (UNISA)
01.2020
Skills
Strategic Execution & Operational Scaling
Accomplishments
- Earned Distinction in Criminology for academic excellence and applied analytical reasoning.
- Earned 78% (Distinction-Level) in MBA Business Simulation for translating academic theory into real-world execution through the cfarers.io strategic model.
- Documented lessons learned and recurring themes through reflective logs using Kolb’s Experiential Learning Cycle, applying insights directly to cfarers.io operations — achieving key beta-phase KPIs and enabling the platform’s transition to Early Access rollout under Acquire Legacy Holdings.
- Recognized multiple times as Controller of the Year at Standard Bank for outstanding performance, accuracy, and operational excellence.
- Served as Acting Direct Line Manager for one year, leading team operations and ensuring continuity during management transition, demonstrating strong leadership and initiative.
MOTIVATION FOR THE FLEX
Driven by a deep passion for building systems that turn vision into execution. After founding and scaling multiple ventures, I'm ready to focus all energy on a single mission—helping an elite founder build a global company with speed, discipline, and measurable impact. The Flex represents the ideal platform to apply founder-level execution in a high-performance, globally scaling environment.
Timeline
Director & Strategic Advisor
Acquire Legacy Holdings (Pty Ltd)
01.2024 - Current
Founder & Managing Director
Acquire Solutions (Pty Ltd)
01.2020 - Current
Logistics Controller
Standard Bank of South Africa
01.2012 - Current
Founder & CEO
Battalion Security (Pty Ltd)
01.2012 - 01.2017
MBA - Business Administration And Management
University of East London Via UNICAF University
04.2001 -
BA - Criminology
University of South Africa (UNISA)