Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Leadershiproles
Interestsandinvolvements
References
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Nompumelelo Mhlanga

Nompumelelo Mhlanga

Entrepreneur, Philantopist & Coach
Ballitoville,KZN

Summary

South African black female entrepreneur, philanthropist and business & life coach who sees every opportunity life throws as a chance to help others get ahead in life. (especially the educationally and economically marginalized). Nompumelelo is persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Director

Karliah Hair (pty) Ltd
06.2023 - Current

Responsible for the management of the operations of the business. Sourcing international suppliers, I facilitate the import and export of hair products and ensure that deliveries are made in a timely manner to all clients globally.

Director of Operations

PCS Farming
05.2024 - Current
  • Planning and managing all sugar cane farm activities.
  • Preparing and implementing budgets, and monitoring financial performance against these.
  • Ensuring that all activities are in strict compliance with relevant legislation.
  • Dealing with external stakeholders, such as public relations, etc.
  • Developing the business strategy and making sure this is implemented effectively.

Managing Director

Iworship Lifestyle (PTY)Ltd
01.2019 - Current

Life and Business Coach. Responsible for overseeing all philanthropic projects and events

CEO

PCS Cleaning Services (PTY) Ltd
07.2015 - Current

Responsibilities include making major corporate decisions, driving the workforce and resources of the company toward strategic goals, and acting as the main contact between stakeholders and the company's corporate operations team. I serve as the public face of the company in many cases. I ensure compliance, drive sales and service quality assurance.

Assistant Researcher

Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation
1 2013 - 12.2013
  • Researching for and reviewing published literature on a research topic.
  • Helping to develop a project methodology.
  • Assisting in developing resources for project management.
  • Collecting data.
  • Data entry and analysis.
  • Supervising undergraduate research assistants, or other personnel, on research-related tasks.
  • Assisting with manuscript or grant development.
  • Preparing reports or presentations.
  • Corresponding with funding agencies.

Client Service Coordinator

Maximum output
01.2011
  • Was responsible for competitor analysis, industry context analysis, as well as policy formulation, implementation, and evaluation.

Junior Provincial Head of Communications

South African Police Service
01.2009
  • Organized crime prevention projects, conducted research on the different foundations of crime, formulated crime prevention and management policies, public speaking, was the link between the media, public and different public sector and private sector stakeholders.

Junior Station Commissioner

South African Police Service
01.2008
  • Excellent experience working under pressure as the youngest staff and management member; have acquired management and leadership skills as well as the ability to deal with crises and difficult clients.

Creative Designs Manager

Sort-Us Events Management
01.2020 - 01.2023

Oversee the entire creative process, from concept development to final execution, ensuring consistency and quality in all deliverables. I managed brand guidelines, conducted market research, and analyzed consumer trend to inform creative decisions.

Education

Bachelor of Social Sciences - Politics and Public Policy Administration

University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Laws - Law

University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa
04.2001 -

Certificate of Competence - Business Management

National Youth Develeopment Agency
Stanger, South Africa
04.2001 -

IED National Senior Certificate - Accounting

K.I Twala Secondary School
Mpumalanga, South Africa
04.2001 -

Certificate of Competence - Business Management

SAB Foundation
Johannesburg, South Africa
04.2001 -

Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management - Business And Managerial Economics

Regenesys Business School
Johannesburg, South Africa
04.2001 -

Certificate of Completion - Business Brand Building For Business Gowth

Bloom Infinite
Durban
04.2001 -

Certificate of Training - Costing & Tendering

The BCCCI KZN.
Durban, South Africa
04.2001 -

Certificate of Completion - Occupational Health & Safety

Nirvana Training Academy
Mpumalanga, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Oral communication skills developed through public speaking, debating, presentations, press briefing and media interviews

Leadershiproles

  • 2014, Head of Communications, Maximum Output (MOP)
  • 2021, Chairperson, South African Integrated Business Industry Council

Interestsandinvolvements

Reading

References

  • Mr Bahle Mangali , Project Manager , SAB Foundation, +27 62 584 0015, bmangali@fetola.co.za>
  • Dr Akhona Mxatule, Mentor, University of Cape Town, 078 678 9862, mxtakh@uct.ac.za
  • Ms Zoe Duby, Doctoral Research Fellow, Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation, +27.21.650.6969, zoe.duby@hiv-research.org.za
  • Ms Nadine October, Programme Lead – Business Incubation, Fetola 082 909 7234, noctober@fetola.co.za

Accomplishments

Nominated for iLembe Chamber of Commerce Industry and Tourism’s The Entrepreneur Competition in 2023.


Alumini of the Hesto Harnesses Supplier development Program graduate, 2019.


Beneficiary and Alumni of the Hesto Harnesses Enterprise development program graduate, 2018.

Timeline

Director of Operations

PCS Farming
05.2024 - Current

Managing Director

Karliah Hair (pty) Ltd
06.2023 - Current

Creative Designs Manager

Sort-Us Events Management
01.2020 - 01.2023

Managing Director

Iworship Lifestyle (PTY)Ltd
01.2019 - Current

CEO

PCS Cleaning Services (PTY) Ltd
07.2015 - Current

Client Service Coordinator

Maximum output
01.2011

Junior Provincial Head of Communications

South African Police Service
01.2009

Junior Station Commissioner

South African Police Service
01.2008

Bachelor of Social Sciences - Politics and Public Policy Administration

University of Cape Town
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Laws - Law

University of Cape Town
04.2001 -

Certificate of Competence - Business Management

National Youth Develeopment Agency
04.2001 -

IED National Senior Certificate - Accounting

K.I Twala Secondary School
04.2001 -

Certificate of Competence - Business Management

SAB Foundation
04.2001 -

Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management - Business And Managerial Economics

Regenesys Business School
04.2001 -

Certificate of Completion - Business Brand Building For Business Gowth

Bloom Infinite
04.2001 -

Certificate of Training - Costing & Tendering

The BCCCI KZN.
04.2001 -

Certificate of Completion - Occupational Health & Safety

Nirvana Training Academy
04.2001 -

Assistant Researcher

Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation
1 2013 - 12.2013
Nompumelelo Mhlanga Entrepreneur, Philantopist & Coach