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Our Team

Empowering Local Talent. Advancing Sustainable Growth.

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Promoting The United Nations SDG's

At Innovative Entrepreneurs South Africa, we are more than an organization—we are a movement dedicated to building an inclusive economy through community-led innovation, skills development, and the promotion of locally manufactured products and services.

Our team is a dynamic group of change-makers committed to inclusive entrepreneurship, especially among youth, women, and persons with disabilities. Through our Innovation Hubs, events, and collaborative programs, we implement real, measurable progress aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Meet Our Team

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Arlene Wilson-Max

Director
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Michelle Peters

Director
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Dylan Wilson-Max

Director
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Happiness Fosi

Executive: Projects & Promotions
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Mr Tap

Station Manager: Skills Village Radio
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Lois Peters

Executive: Creative Arts
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Omega N

Executive: Film, Photography & Digital Marketing
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Buhle Mkhize

Executive: Skills Village Radio AV & Sound Engineer

Shandre Rogers

Events Management Hub Socio-economic Development (SED) Intern

Ready to Transform Your Business or Career?

Whether you're a youth innovator in Gauteng, a woman entrepreneur in Durban, or a small business owner in Cape Town, our team is here to support your journey toward impact and success.

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