Skhulile Ndlovu
Business Development , Deal Maker, Transaction Advisor , Business Consultant And Entrepreneur
Johannesburg
Summary
Skhulile is a Business Growth Strategist, Deal Maker, and Sales Mastermind with an entrepreneurial mindset and extensive experience in business development. I have worked with and continue to advise some of the leading organisations as an Independent Business Development Consultant, helping them unlock new markets, structure strategic deals, and drive sustainable revenue growth. After so many corporate years in investment banking industry and nearly a decade as an entrepreneur, my insights and experiences from start-up ventures and co-founder-led companies have resulted in me starting Encore Strategic Partners that I am running right now - bringing a wealth of expertise in business consultation, business development, sales, Training & Development, ESD, ESG and business engineering, all focused on creating efficient value chains. I've successfully grown these businesses on behalf of clients, and now, at the advisory level, I continue to guide them in their ongoing success. I also do speaking engagements on business.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder & CEO
Encore Strategic Partners
03.2024 - Current
- Form strategic partnerships with leading organisations in driving their business development, sales and system development to enable business growth and sustainability. Some of the key stakeholders include reseller partnerships with Telkom, Open Serve, Liquid Technologies, Salesforce. Moreover, the company is developing Short Learning Programmes for the universities then sell to individuals and private companies with the likes of UNISA, Central University of Technology to drive skills development, Transformation, and business development.
Founder & MD | Real Estate Agent
Encore Real Estate
11.2017 - Current
- Oversee property sales and marketing, provide training on property management solutions and automation for commercial properties. Manage CRM systems to track leads, drive digital transformation, and partner with property companies to enhance operations.
Real Estate Broker
San-Althin Property Consultants
01.2019 - 01.2025
- We partner with property developers and sell properties off plan - low-cost housing, provide property marketing and management, offer smart building and smart city solutions.
Alumni Board Member
SIFE-UKZN / Enactus
01.2011 - 01.2025
- Contribute to the sustainability programme, fundraise, oversight of training and development, and corporate communications.
Managing Director - Business Development
Asante Tech Solutions
09.2020 - 01.2024
- Partnered as Deal Maker / Business Development Manager to grow the business, a Digital Agency from a startup into a full-fledged digital agency over 3 years.
Co-Founder & CEO
Ntaba Holdings
06.2019 - 01.2024
- Co-Lead a turn-key property development company specializing in affordable housing. My role involves scouting opportunities, structuring deals, overseeing strategic business activities—including digital marketing and project sales—and managing stakeholder relationships to drive and sustain growth.
- The company is busy with projects in Gauteng, Limpopo, Kwa Zulu Natal and Eastern Cape, with a healthy pipeline.
- Notable Projects:
- Completed more than 7 (seven) luxury property development projects.
- Project underway in Francis Bay for 100 units which is 70% complete.
Trade Support Analyst: Real Estate and Equity
UBS Investment Bank
10.2015 - 05.2017
- Responsible for the provision of proficient consulting and administration services, with regards to on-shore and off-shore trade investments property investments and Equity.
- Liaised with clients in diverse industries including mining, real estate, asset management, banking, and FMCG.
- Assessed and evaluated operational risks with regards to Trades allocation, Stock Market, Equity Settlements and Hedge Funds, Leading implementation of CFD, BDA and SLAM processes.
- Facilitated the value-added analysis of stakeholder business, and securing local client alignment with the processes and standards of the business counterpart situated in London, as well as securing full JSE Compliance.
- Assisted as Corporate Actions Specialist and Part of the Project Excellency Team, consulting and implementing Lean projects to optimise business processes.
Trade Support Analyst - Investments
HSBC Bank - Global Markets Operations
12.2011 - 09.2015
- Support function to Equity Trade Dealers, Securities, and BDA, maintaining business relationship between HSBC Africa and JSE, HSBC London, clients, and market participants, ensuring cash equity and CFD, and JSE Compliance
Education
Master of Laws - Commercial Law
Eduvos
01.2026
Postgraduate - Management Specialising in Corporate Governance
Monash University
01.2018
Programme - Property Investment and Practice
University of the Witwatersrand
01.2016
Bloomberg Media Initiative Africa Executive Programme - undefined
Gordons Institute of Business Science (GIBS)
01.2015
Investment Banking Programme - undefined
International Finance Institute
01.2014
CMD Programme - undefined
Milpark Business School
01.2012
Bcom - Supply Chain - Marketing and Human Resources Management
University of KwaZulu-Natal
01.2010
Skills
Microsoft Office proficiency,Data analytics and AI technologies,Business growth management,Deal making and advisory,Sales and CRM strategies,Relationship management,Emotional intelligence,Team collaboration,Transaction advisory expertise,Entrepreneurship across industries,Investment banking and finance,Real estate advisory,ESG and sustainability consulting,Digital marketing strategies
Affiliations
World Economic Forum - Global Shapers, SAIBPP and GBCSA.
Career Highlights
- Started a property development company, now valued at more than ZAR300million (exited the business in 2024)
- Led the automation of a building at the University of KwaZulu-Natal to monitor and optimize energy usage, resulting in a 48% cost savings.
- Part of the Standard Bank Youth-Forward Entrepreneurship & Business Development Programme at GIBS.
- Appointed by AgriSeta to run the Learnership programme for unemployed youth in 2024.
- Attracted media attention during the transition from banking to real estate leading to being featured in Real Estate Investor Magazine.
- Interviewed by SABC news and provided article contributed to IOL and News24.
- Selected by HSBC to be part of the Project Excellency Programme; underwent training through the Leadership Centre and was part of the company’s related Project Management initiative. (2015)
- Received Competent Communicator - Level 3 from the HSBC Toastmasters Club, voted in as Vice President for the HSBC Toastmasters Club, selected for the One Young World Global Summit and Top 100 Brightest Young Minds, 2013. (2013)
- Participated in the HSBC Accelerated Development Program, for recognition of staff with leadership and business capabilities, appointed as a HBSC Health and Safety representative, attended the SIFE World Cup in Washington DC and awarded the SIFE-UKZN Alumni of the year award. (2012)
- Invited by the Office of the MEC for Treasury to be part of the KwaZulu-Natal Financial Literacy Committee, attended the SIFE World Cup in Singapore and the attended the Bottom to Future Programme in Malaysia. (2011)
Core Competencies
- Strategic Thinking
- Leadership and Decision-Making
- Problem-Solving and Innovation
- Customer-Centric Mindset
- Networking and Relationship Building
- Resilience and Risk Management
- Versatility and Adaptability
- Financial Acumen
Timeline
Founder & CEO
Encore Strategic Partners
03.2024 - Current
Managing Director - Business Development
Asante Tech Solutions
09.2020 - 01.2024
Co-Founder & CEO
Ntaba Holdings
06.2019 - 01.2024
Real Estate Broker
San-Althin Property Consultants
01.2019 - 01.2025
Founder & MD | Real Estate Agent
Encore Real Estate
11.2017 - Current
Trade Support Analyst: Real Estate and Equity
UBS Investment Bank
10.2015 - 05.2017
Trade Support Analyst - Investments
HSBC Bank - Global Markets Operations
12.2011 - 09.2015
Alumni Board Member
SIFE-UKZN / Enactus
01.2011 - 01.2025
Master of Laws - Commercial Law
Eduvos
Postgraduate - Management Specialising in Corporate Governance
Monash University
Programme - Property Investment and Practice
University of the Witwatersrand
Bloomberg Media Initiative Africa Executive Programme - undefined
Gordons Institute of Business Science (GIBS)
Investment Banking Programme - undefined
International Finance Institute
CMD Programme - undefined
Milpark Business School
Bcom - Supply Chain - Marketing and Human Resources Management
University of KwaZulu-Natal