Self branding and networking is fundamental to the development of Future Leaders. This is one skill that is often overlooked and its impact understated. The theme of this session will focus on how to develop the skills to take advantage of the many business opportunities available in Africa. This event will feature a keynote address by a Networking Specialist, Helen Nicholson, includes an interactive discussion with branding specialist Guido van Garderen, followed by a short panel discussion. The networking session after the event will provide the ideal opportunity to put in to practice what will be discussed in the session.
The IPFA Future Leaders Network (FLN) is specifically targeted at the next generation of leaders in the industry and the South African branch aims to provide a platform for IPFA’s junior members to:
- encourage innovative thinking to tackle the infrastructure development needs of South Africa
- foster inter-disciplinary collaboration amongst young and mid-career Project Finance and other associated professionals.
- enhance the professional and business interests of members
- encourage networking with and learning from each other
- access experience and insight from inspirational current leaders to mould local and internationally competitive future leaders
- keep up to date with latest market developments and how these affect their careers
Please find the agenda below:
4.30pm Welcome and Introduction
Craig Simmer, Hatch Goba Regional Director (AEM)
4.45pm “Building your personal brand”
Guido van Garderen, Senior Brand Strategist, Interbrand
5.15pm “Mastering the Art of Networking”
Helen Nicholson, Business Networking Specialist, Networking Company
6.15pm Panel Discussion: This panel discussion will explore questions of interest such as how to develop opportunities with existing networks/clients, how to create opportunities with new targets, the use of social media and explore the critical element of successfully operating in a culturally and linguistically diverse global landscape.
Session facilitated by: Archie Barnwell, Hatch Goba Regional Lead of Management Consulting
Helen Nicholson, Business Networking Specialist, Networking Company
Guido van Garderen, Senior Brand Strategist, Interbrand
Dawood Mndebele, Africa Coverage, Investec Corporate & Institutional Banking
Craig Simmer, Regional Director (AEM), Hatch Goba
Question & Answer Session
6.55pm Closing Remarks from Hatch Goba
Trueman Goba, Hatch Goba Chairman and Member of National Planning Commission
7.00 pm IPFA FLN Update
7.05pm Networking Drinks Reception Kindly hosted by Hatch Goba
For further information, please contact Jessica Jenkins e: jjenkins@ipfa.org
For registration enquiries, please contact events@ipfa.org