PHILASANDE SISHI
Pietermaritzburg
Summary
Innovative Co-Founder with a background in startup development and strategic planning. Possess strong leadership skills, an entrepreneurial spirit, and capability to thrive in fast-paced environments. Successfully co-led previous ventures by fostering team collaboration and executing growth strategies. Demonstrated ability to drive business growth through analytical thinking and management prowess.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Real Estate Sales Consultant
EXP Realty South Africa
10.2024 - Current
- Facilitated remote consultations, digital presentations, and contract negotiations.
- Built and nurtured a growing network of over 150+ industry professionals across South Africa and the U.S. through strategic LinkedIn outreach.
- Conducted cold calls to qualify leads, set appointments, and build early-stage client relationships.
Co-founder
CISO Sports
12.2020 - Current
- Launched a brand-turned-organisation that empowers youth through grassroots sports development.
- Oversaw digital campaigns, community partnerships, and training programmes for young entrepreneurs.
- Built long-term partnerships with schools, local NGOs, and community stakeholders.
Communication & Creative Manager
Umkhombandlela
01.2022 - 09.2024
- Designed and implemented digital campaigns to engage youth on social and health issues.
- Led communication strategies that inspired action and improved local awareness.
- Facilitated small business training sessions with a focus on youth-led community growth.
Education
Online Certification in Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies And Skills -
University of Michigan
05.2025
Bachelor of Social Science -
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa04.2020
Skills
- Customer relationship management
- Negotiation techniques
- Youth development and community
- Facilitation
- Digital campaign design
- Strategic visioning
- Brand development
- Innovative and visionary
- Remote office availability
Certification
- Strategic Negotiation, University of Michigan 2025
Affiliations
- Active participant in local community involvement initiatives focused on youth empowerment and entrepreneurship
- Hiking enthusiast, often exploring natural trails across South Africa for personal wellness and balance
- I am a passionate soccer player who regularly shares match highlights and training videos on my Facebook page to engage with my network and inspire young athletes
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Real Estate Sales Consultant
EXP Realty South Africa
10.2024 - Current
Communication & Creative Manager
Umkhombandlela
01.2022 - 09.2024
Co-founder
CISO Sports
12.2020 - Current
Online Certification in Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies And Skills -
University of Michigan
Bachelor of Social Science -
University of KwaZulu-Natal
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