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Business Unusual Podcast
Topco Media
101 episodes
1 week ago
As South Africa’s leader in business research, networking and conferencing, Topco Media has helped over 2 500 organisations connect and find value from our events. Over the last 21 years, we have worked with private and public departments and sectors such Microsoft, McDonalds, Mercedes-Benz and Coca Cola and government organisations such as the GCIS, DTI, DIRCO and DEA. The 10 000 organisations we conduct research each year, trust us to use quantitative and qualitative data to objectively grant external accreditation to the best-managed and best-performing companies in South Africa; to its BEE and gender parity leaders; to implementers of national development and to HR/tech innovators. Have a conversation with us today, about what partnership with Topco Media will do for you. Ralf Fletcher | CEO
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As South Africa’s leader in business research, networking and conferencing, Topco Media has helped over 2 500 organisations connect and find value from our events. Over the last 21 years, we have worked with private and public departments and sectors such Microsoft, McDonalds, Mercedes-Benz and Coca Cola and government organisations such as the GCIS, DTI, DIRCO and DEA. The 10 000 organisations we conduct research each year, trust us to use quantitative and qualitative data to objectively grant external accreditation to the best-managed and best-performing companies in South Africa; to its BEE and gender parity leaders; to implementers of national development and to HR/tech innovators. Have a conversation with us today, about what partnership with Topco Media will do for you. Ralf Fletcher | CEO
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Episodes (20/101)
Business Unusual Podcast
He Is Revolutionizing Finance with AI and the Company is Now Worth Billions | Salvador Anglada
In this episode of the Business Unusual Podcast, Ralf Fletcher has a chat with Salvador Anglada, CEO of Optasia and veteran leader in telecom, technology, and fintech. With over 30 years of experience, including roles at e& enterprise, Telefónica, and O2, Salvador shares insights on driving growth through M&A, advancing financial inclusion via AI-powered lending platforms, and navigating the future of fintech in emerging markets. Discover how Optasia is empowering millions with access to credit and the strategies behind scaling global operations. A must-watch for anyone interested in innovative leadership and disruptive business models.
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1 week ago
59 minutes 49 seconds

Business Unusual Podcast
Silicon Valley vs Policymakers: Beverly Schäfer on AI sovereignty and reclaiming humanity
In this episode of the Business Unusual Podcast, Ralf Fletcher chats with Beverly Schäfer, the former deputy speaker of the Western Cape provincial parliament, who served as the MEC for Economic Opportunities, Tourism and Agriculture in the Western Cape and is now a leading voice in data sovereignty and ethical AI.
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2 months ago
56 minutes 59 seconds

Business Unusual Podcast
Why was EY able to create $1-billion in value by tapping into neurodiverse talent?
In the Business Unusual Podcast Dr Sarah Babb, founder and managing director at Stimm, joins Ralf Fletcher to explore the business case, market reality and strategic advantages in embracing neurodiversity in the workplace.
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3 months ago
1 hour 3 minutes 22 seconds

Business Unusual Podcast
‘Winnie Mandela thought that was an assassination attempt’ - Mathews Phosa
In this Business Unusual Podcast Mathews joins Ralf Fletcher to reflect on an eventful career in politics which saw him play a key role in the Codesa negotiations, serve as Premier of the Mpumalanga province, and advise all five of South Africa’s democratically elected presidents.
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5 months ago
59 minutes 49 seconds

Business Unusual Podcast
From HSBC to Binance: Hannes Wessels on leading Africa’s crypto rise under Richard Teng’s vision
In this fascinating conversation on the Business Unusual Podcast the former HSBC banker simplifies some technical aspects of the crypto world, addresses misconceptions and offers a sophisticated perspective on bitcoin investment cycles and the market dynamics in South Africa.
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5 months ago
43 minutes 48 seconds

Business Unusual Podcast
From DEI to AI: Nedbank's Deb Fuller on why humanity is still key for success
In this episode of the Business Unusual Podcast Ralf Fletcher is joined by Deb Fuller, Group Executive: Human Resources at Nedbank.
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6 months ago
1 hour 9 minutes 48 seconds

Business Unusual Podcast
Leadership is broken - Blanchard SA’s Jayson Naidoo knows how to fix it
What if the real problem in your company isn’t the strategy, the economy, or the competition… but you? In this episode of the Business Unusual Podcast, hosted by Ralf Fletcher, leadership coach and Blanchard South Africa CEO Jayson Naidoo flips the script on traditional leadership.
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8 months ago
59 minutes 22 seconds

Business Unusual Podcast
CFO or Chief Value Officer? Nedbank's Mike Davis on mapping a sustainable future
How is the role of a Chief Financial Officer changing? What’s needed to reach the Sustainable Development Goals? What role can the financial sector play? In this Business Unusual Podcast, Nedbank’s CFO Mike Davis joins award-winning broadcaster Leanne Manas to answer these questions and more.
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1 year ago
43 minutes 32 seconds

Business Unusual Podcast
From vision to reality: How Chipo Mushwana is shaping the future of payments
Chipo Mushwana, Executive: Emerging Innovation and Payments at Nedbank, joins Janine Brown to discuss her diverse career journey, focusing on her commitment to financial inclusion and mentorship within the fintech space.
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1 year ago
1 hour 1 minute 20 seconds

Business Unusual Podcast
Navigating social media policy in Africa - Meta's Duduetsang Makuse
In this episode of the Business Unusual Podcast, Sasha de Freitas, Senior Conference Producer at Topco Media, engages with Duduetsang Makuse, Public Policy Manager for SADC at Meta. This episode delves into navigating the complexities of social media policy in Africa compared to global standards.
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1 year ago
57 minutes 7 seconds

Business Unusual Podcast
"I built the 'Amazon' of Zimbabwe" - Kudakwashe Manzanga, CEO, The Daily Sale Shop
In this Business Unusual Podcast, Sasha de Freitas, Senior Conference Producer at Topco Media is joined by Zimbabwean tech entrepreneur, Kudakwashe Manzanga, the CEO of The Daily Sale Shop, an e-commerce platform offering over 12 million products.
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1 year ago
49 minutes 43 seconds

Business Unusual Podcast
"How I got 1.6 million youth registered to vote" - Insights from Alexandria Procter
In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Sasha de Freitas, Senior Conference Producer, Topco Media is joined by Tech Founder Alexandria Procter, of DigsConnect. The duo delve into Alexandria's new book Upstart sharing insights of scaling up business in Africa, how to balance one's many important roles in life as well as the importance of youth voting.
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1 year ago
43 minutes 40 seconds

Business Unusual Podcast
Closing the digital divide: Sentech Acting CEO, Tebogo Leshope
Tebogo Leshope chats to us about digital transformation, bringing connectivity to the masses and what he's looking forward to at the Sentech Africa Tech Week Summit.
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1 year ago
40 minutes 11 seconds

Business Unusual Podcast
Beyond business as usual: How to lead on the Sustainable Development Goals
Dr Achieng Ojwang is the Executive Director of Global Compact Network South Africa, a position she has held since April 2018. During this time, Dr Ojwang has re-established the Network as a formidable independent organisation and continues to raise the visibility of the UN Global Compact brand in South Africa.
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1 year ago
57 minutes 52 seconds

Business Unusual Podcast
How Aasiyah Adams is preparing people for the future of work
In the latest Business Unusual Podcast we chat with Aasiyah about Abaguquli4IR’s work which covers a wide range of emerging technologies, placing them at the forefront of digital revolution.
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1 year ago
57 minutes 46 seconds

Business Unusual Podcast
Time matters: Going beyond 9 to 5 and getting the right culture
In this episode of the Business Unusual Podcast we’re joined by the Director of Stellenbosch Business School, Prof. Mark Smith, who shares his insights on the four-day work week, gender equality and organisational culture.
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2 years ago
1 hour 13 minutes 33 seconds

Business Unusual Podcast
A banker's tale of the just transition
Explore the depths of leadership, decision-making, and growth in the latest Business Unusual Podcast with Nedbank Chairperson Daniel Mminele. The conversation unravels the journey of a seasoned banker and we discover valuable insights on maintaining calm in turbulent times, the impact of big decisions, and the keys to fostering economic growth.
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2 years ago
51 minutes

Business Unusual Podcast
The big comeback: How Brett van Aswegen saved Wonga
In this Business Unusual Podcast, Wonga CEO, Brett van Aswegen, shares the fascinating story of how they turned the business around in South Africa, going from payday lenders to short term lenders, repairing a damaged reputation, abandoning a ‘churn and burn’ strategy and pivoting to a digital marketing approach.
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2 years ago
1 hour 3 minutes 47 seconds

Business Unusual Podcast
Revolutionise your HR approach: Expert insights from Heléne Smuts
In this episode of the Business Unusual Podcast, Heléne Smuts, the founder of Credo Growth, a speaker at the 2023 Future of HR Summit, shares her journey from an expert in people development to entrepreneurship and leadership.
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2 years ago
48 minutes 8 seconds

Business Unusual Podcast
From the field to the office: Becoming the best place for people to grow
In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Ralf Fletcher is joined by executive business coaches from Mentally Fit South Africa: Luc van der Hofstadt and Olympic gold medalist James Thompson. The trio delve into the intersection of sports, coaching and business, drawing parallels between high-performance athletes and corporate success.
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2 years ago
1 hour 17 minutes 9 seconds

Business Unusual Podcast
As South Africa’s leader in business research, networking and conferencing, Topco Media has helped over 2 500 organisations connect and find value from our events. Over the last 21 years, we have worked with private and public departments and sectors such Microsoft, McDonalds, Mercedes-Benz and Coca Cola and government organisations such as the GCIS, DTI, DIRCO and DEA. The 10 000 organisations we conduct research each year, trust us to use quantitative and qualitative data to objectively grant external accreditation to the best-managed and best-performing companies in South Africa; to its BEE and gender parity leaders; to implementers of national development and to HR/tech innovators. Have a conversation with us today, about what partnership with Topco Media will do for you. Ralf Fletcher | CEO