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Olwethu Mhlana

Founder And CEO Of AfriSTEM
Cape Town

Summary

Pragmatic professional with solid experience in leadership roles. Adept at implementing strategic business models, driving growth, impact and improving operations. Skilled in operations, and stakeholder relations. Collaborative and dedicated to building and leading talented and motivated individuals.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

CEO

AfriSTEM
07.2022 - Current


  • Leading the strategic vision and overall operations of a pioneering EdTech startup, leveraging technology such as e-learning platforms to reach students in areas where traditional educational infrastructure is lacking., sustainable impact models such as teacher training and selling of curriculums where teachers are empowered with necessary skills to integrate coding into their school syllabus, interactive and engaging after-school programs and workshops to catalyse interest in STEM careers, and learning guides that incorporate native language translations to ensure that language does not become a barrier. Our venture serves high schoolers, educators, and unemployed youth.
  • Oversee product development, market expansion, sales, marketing, and customer success initiatives, driving rapid growth and market penetration.
  • Established strategic partnerships with schools, educational institutions, NGO's, and technology providers to enhance product offerings and reach new markets.
  • Developed and executed a go-to-market strategy
  • Built a high-performing team of cross-functional professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
  • Creating a positive work culture, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
  • Negotiated terms of business acquisitions to increase business base and solidify market presence.
  • Established new revenue streams by identifying market opportunities and launching innovative products or services.
    Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
  • Shaped solutions and approaches by leveraging trends in customer marketplaces and industries.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Nelson Mandela University
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Strategic Leadership
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    Accomplishments

    Mail and Guardian Top 200 Young South Africans 2022

    Inspiringfifty Top 50 Most Inspiring Women in Technology 2023

    Timeline

    CEO

    AfriSTEM
    07.2022 - Current

    Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

    Nelson Mandela University
    04.2001 -
    Olwethu MhlanaFounder And CEO Of AfriSTEM