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Luntu Luyanda JNR Gqiba

Luntu Luyanda JNR Gqiba

Cape Town

Summary

Motivated and driven professional with a strong desire for continuous learning and growth. Recently completed a business degree, bringing a diverse range of experiences to the table. Experience includes 2 years as an artist manager, 4 years experience as a culinary & fine dining chef in various settings such as private, restaurant, and hotel, 1 year in corporate management with IRONMAN South Africa, and 5 years of coaching at Grey High School. This varied background has allowed for the development of exceptional leadership skills, adaptability, and a steadfast commitment to excellence in every role.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
5
5
Languages

Work History

Tech Sales Consultant

OneShotApp
01.2025 - Current

Customer Growth Manager

  • Led sales and retention strategies through effective management, training, and data-driven insights.
  • Developed targeted engagement strategies to drive customer loyalty and revenue growth.
  • Analyzed user behavior and feedback to refine sales approaches and optimize retention.

Content Manager

  • Built and managed an online community to enhance brand presence and user engagement.
  • Developed and executed content strategies to increase audience interaction and growth.
  • Collaborated with marketing and product teams to create compelling digital content.

Director of Operations Department Support

Ironman South Africa
04.2024 - Current
  • As a VIP Relations Manager at Ironman, I oversee the coordination and management of relationships with high-profile individuals, including top executives and key stakeholders
  • My role involves ensuring a seamless and exceptional experience for VIPs at our events, while also building and maintaining strong strategic partnerships

Art Director

Independent artist management
12.2020 - 01.2024
  • Collaborated with artists to develop marketing campaigns for well-known brands such as Tigers Milk and Vuse
  • Utilized the assistance of influential individuals to enhance campaign effectiveness
  • Managed multiple digital accounts simultaneously

Basketball Coach

Grey High School
01.2019 - 01.2024

U19a Basketball Coach

U15a Basketball Coach

Creative Designer

Private Catering
11.2019 - 01.2022
  • Managed private catering services for families and events in Cape Town from Camps Bay to Rondebosch for a duration of 2 years
  • Catered for artists at Rocking the Daisies music festival in 2019
  • Provided catering services for events hosted by Sideshow Studio & Marlboro Management in 2019
  • Catered for various musician videos and short film events from 2019 to present

Chef

Protea fire & Ice Marriott Cape Town
07.2019 - 03.2020
  • Prepared eggs for breakfast guests and crafted soups and stocks as a Comis Chef
  • Advanced to night shift responsibilities at the restaurant, operating the grill and the pass
  • Assisted in executing flawless private events hosted by the hotel

Education

Post Matric High School -

Kingswood College
01.2016 - 2016.12

Diploma in Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts

Capsicum Culinary Studios
01.2018 - 2019.11

Undergraduate - BCom Strategic Management - Business Management

Varsity College
Cape Town, South Africa
04.2020 - 2024.11

High School Diploma -

Hilton College
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
04.2011 - 2015.01

Skills

Project Management

Certification

Abridged RITC Certificate, Astron Energy, 02/01/22, The Abridged RITC (Retailer-In-Training Certificate) from Astron is a comprehensive franchisor course designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to successfully manage a petrol station. This certification covers essential aspects of station operations, customer service, and business management, qualifying me to independently run and oversee the operations of a petrol station.

Software

Project management

Leadership

Creativity

Problem Solving

Timeline

Tech Sales Consultant

OneShotApp
01.2025 - Current

Director of Operations Department Support

Ironman South Africa
04.2024 - Current
Abridged RITC Certificate, Astron Energy, 02/01/22, The Abridged RITC (Retailer-In-Training Certificate) from Astron is a comprehensive franchisor course designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to successfully manage a petrol station. This certification covers essential aspects of station operations, customer service, and business management, qualifying me to independently run and oversee the operations of a petrol station.
02-2022

Art Director

Independent artist management
12.2020 - 01.2024

Undergraduate - BCom Strategic Management - Business Management

Varsity College
04.2020 - 2024.11

Creative Designer

Private Catering
11.2019 - 01.2022

Chef

Protea fire & Ice Marriott Cape Town
07.2019 - 03.2020

Basketball Coach

Grey High School
01.2019 - 01.2024

Diploma in Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts

Capsicum Culinary Studios
01.2018 - 2019.11

Post Matric High School -

Kingswood College
01.2016 - 2016.12

High School Diploma -

Hilton College
04.2011 - 2015.01

Languages

English
IsiXhosa
IsiZulu
Afrikaans
French

Web


  • Https://www.linkedin.com/in/luntu-gqiba-2557b5181/

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 04/01/97
  • Nationality: South African
  • Male
  • H:178cm W:76kg

References

Michele Bronkhorst

IRONMAN South Africa

Michele.bronkhorst@ironman.com,+27 74 127 8830

Operations Director, South Africa


Siya Denga

Grey High School

+27 84 971 7545

Basketball Department HOD


Seelan Asoka

OneShot

seelan.asoka@gmail.com,0615437516

Company CEO


Alistair Rayner

PeopleHaveInfluence

ali@peoplehaveinfluence.co.za, 079 590 2494

Former Agency partner

Motivation

I am a charismatic and innovative professional, dedicated to focusing on the task at hand and delivering exceptional results. What sets me apart is my commitment to prioritizing team goals over personal ambitions and fostering a strong sense of camaraderie, where colleagues become like family. This approach drives me to create collaborative, supportive environments that lead to collective success.

Web


  • Https://www.linkedin.com/in/luntu-gqiba-2557b5181/

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 04/01/97
  • Nationality: South African
  • Male
  • H:178cm W:76kg

References

Michele Bronkhorst

IRONMAN South Africa

Michele.bronkhorst@ironman.com,+27 74 127 8830

Operations Director, South Africa


Siya Denga

Grey High School

+27 84 971 7545

Basketball Department HOD


Seelan Asoka

OneShot

seelan.asoka@gmail.com,0615437516

Company CEO


Alistair Rayner

PeopleHaveInfluence

ali@peoplehaveinfluence.co.za, 079 590 2494

Former Agency partner

Luntu Luyanda JNR Gqiba