PIETERMARITZBURG, 19 APRIL 2016 – KwaZulu-Natal’s young, multisport superstar and 2020 Olympic hopeful, Mikaela Jonsson (Jeep Team), has been selected to represent South Africa in three World events this year. Jonsson (18) will be racing in the Junior Elite category.

On 24^th April, Jonsson will be competing in the 2016 Discovery ITU World Triathlon Cape Town. She has also been selected to compete at both the ITU Duathlon World Championships in Aviles, Spain on 4th June 2016, and in Xterra World Championship off-road triathlon in Hawaii in October 2016 as part of Team South Africa.

The South African leg of the 2016 ITU World Triathlon Series is taking place in Cape Town on 24 April. This is Race #3 of 9 international events that make up the series. This year, the ITU World Triathlon Series is an opportunity for athletes to earn Olympic qualification points. Jonsson will be competing in the Individual Sprint event - 500m swim, 20km cycle, 5km run.

Said Jonsson, “In 2016, I’m focusing purely on my sport after finishing Matric last year. I want to see how far I can go. To be selected for the South African team in these events is a massive achievement and in line with my goal to compete internationally this year. I’ve been training really hard these last few months and it’s starting to pay off.”

This weekend Jonsson proved she is in top form after her 2^nd female overall placing in the Sprint Race at Race#2 of the TinMan Triathlon Series, which took place at Suncoast Beach in Durban on Sunday, 17 April. Jonsson completed the 600m swim, 18km cycle and 5km run in 1h13m just behind Tegan Gore, who won the women’s event in 1h11m. Daniella Amgo placed 3^rd in 1h20m.

Said Jonsson, “I hadn’t tapered off for this race as I need to peak for the Discovery ITU World Triathlon next weekend. So I went in with tired legs. Saying this, it was a very close race. Tegan finished the swim and cycling legs just seconds ahead of me, but then managed to extend her lead in the final running stretch. TinMan was excellent preparation ahead of my big race this weekend.”

Editors’ Notes

PHOTO CAPTION: Mikaela Jonsson in Durban at Race#2 of the TinMan Triathlon Series, 17 April 2016.

PHOTO CREDIT: Kevin Sawyer

Limitless Social Club

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Save the date! 14 March 2015 is the date worth to save on your diary because you obviously don’t want to miss this empowerment train to your desired success. Due to popular demand, Limitless Social Club (LSC) once again invites you to another exclusive women empowerment talk hosted by Thandi Hlatshwayo, the CEO of LSC. This talk is all about Global Success and you! It will take place at Clico Boutique Hotel, 27 Sturdee Avenue, Rosebank.  LSC is a social club that drives empowerment among the South African youth.

It is committed to create an environment for the youth to partake in constructive activities as well as to learn how to sustain themselves through socialising. At this event you will learn:
• How to take your businesses from a local level to a global level
• Effective methods to adopt in order to attain global success
• How to effectively position your brands in a competitive international market
• The importance of innovation and how to efficiently implement innovation in your businesses
• What is global success, and how to consistently achieve it as a woman in business.

The line-up of speakers is made up of experts in global business and personal development fields.

Palesa Makanda is a CEO of Enziafrica (www.enziafrica.co.za), a black women owned organisation that is built on the philosophy that Africa holds great opportunity and has the potential to thrive even further if African solutions are applied to build the continent, particularly through sustainable entrepreneurship. She has extensive experience developing SMMEs which includes both funding entrepreneurs as well as providing non-financial support with multi-national companies.    

Pontsho Manzi is Executive Chairman and CEO of Botlhokwa Group; a holding company for three subsidiary companies called Recrutrain, FabImage and Bonisa Media. She is a qualified HR practitioner by training, an author, a nationally and internationally recognized professional business and inspirational speaker, facilitator, coach and image consultant. She is the founding editor and publisher of Fabulous Woman magazine and author of arguably the first South African black female created and owned annual inspirational diary for women called Diary for Fabulous You.

Colleen Larsen is CE of Business Engage Association NPC, a South African based organisation at the forefront of strategic thinking on gender mainstreaming in the private sector. As a speaker and an author on the subject, Colleen is one of the leading voices for the sustainable advancement of women in the corporate and entrepreneurial space in South Africa today using the business case as a basis for transformation. She was the first chairperson of the South African Women Entrepreneurs Network Ltd., an initiative of the Department of Trade & Industry.

Don't miss this opportunity to network with dynamic women; learn effective practical methods on how to achieve your true success and kick start your year with a high level of motivation. Investment is R380 per person. Pre-booking is essential as tickets are very limited. To reserve or purchase your ticket, email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 073 963 4369. Follow @LSC_2014 or Thandi_LSC on twitter. 

Notes for editor
CEO Thandi Hlatshwayo is available for interviews about Limitless Social Club. We would like the event to be covered in the media. 

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Nompumelelo Cele
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Your wedding day should be one of the most romantic, exciting and unforgettable days of your life and the Wedding Expo®  taking place on the 14th and 15th March 2015 at the dome in Northgate, is the place to visit to transform your  wedding into that extraordinary experience. Planning a wedding is more than just a dress, a cake and a fabulous reception.  What you’re planning needs to be as special as you wish the rest of your life to be. Your wedding is about love, romance, commitment; it’s about having the people close to you witness your union and your dedication to one another. Witness your ‘Happily Ever After’!

The Wedding Expo® understands this and works tirelessly to bring the most comprehensive and creative bridal exhibitors to showcase their wares and services all under one roof and all with one aim – to assist soon-to-be-newlyweds in making their dream wedding a reality - without all of the stress.

Recognised as the South African Bride’s favourite bridal event, The Wedding Expo® boasts premiere exhibitors showcasing everything from the perfect wedding stationery to beautiful blooms, breath-taking wedding gowns to gorgeous jewellery, tantalising table décor to hedonistic honeymoons. The Wedding Expo® also offers the opportunity to interact with some of South Africa’s top wedding planners, photographers and caterers and get expert advice on financial and legal matters. This hands-on advice is invaluable and usually comes at a premium, but at The Wedding Expo®, this is just part of what is offered to ensure your wedding day goes off without a hitch.

A new feature to this year’s Expo is aptly named ‘Make Me a Bride’ where lucky volunteers will be transformed into a bride with hair, makeup and a wedding gown! During their makeover, they will receive key advice from the specialists doing the makeover and a leading stylist. There will be 3 opportunities each day and everyone will get the opportunity to see the fabulous change when she appears on the fashion ramp to show off! They will also receive a VIP invitation to the all-new Wedding Inspirations stand where they will get the opportunity to ‘walk into the magazine.’

The inspiring daily fashion shows offer visitors the opportunity to grab a seat in the front row and catch a glimpse of the latest and most beautiful bridal trends in wedding apparel for both brides and grooms.  From couture designers to ready to wear labels, there is sure to be something for every taste. These will include beautiful creations from couture designers Bridal Room, F Wilson Couture, G&B Couture, Gerald C, New Romantics, White Lilly Bridal and bridesmaid dresses from Bloumossie, Gelique and Bride&co! Ready to wear labels will also be on the runway and you will be able to see Olivelli, Maggie Sottero, Bridal Wardrobe, Bride&co and lingerie from The Corsetiere. Menswear will also be featured so don’t let your groom miss out on seeing suits from Eurosuit, Gerald C, F Wilson and Frank Bespoke.

Don’t miss a chance to vote for your favourite table décor at the special display of tables by our creative exhibitors. You could stand a chance to win a fabulous weekend at the Khaya Ndlovu Manor House in Hoedspruit valued at R7 500.00!

There is already more than enough on offer to entice every bride-to-be not to miss this annual celebration of all things wedding, but one more reason not to miss it is the chance to win a R320 000.00 wedding Multiflora wedding at Diamond 4 Estate as well as a honeymoon at Khaya Ndlovu Manor! Entries at the Expo and you must be there to win. Saturday finalists will be back on Sunday for the finals at 3pm!!

“We are always so excited at the beginning of the year when we are looking forward to our beautiful show. We produce the best wedding planning platform for all those bridal couples! It is a dedicated wedding space with beautiful stands to visit and professional service providers to choose from!” says The Wedding Expo® managing director Amanda Cunningham.

So make a date to attend the Wedding Expo® - it will go a long way to ensuring that your wedding day is the extraordinary experience that you always hoped for.  

Event details: Date: 14th and 15th March 2015 Venue:  Coca-Cola dome, Northgate, Johannesburg Cost: R120.00 per person Fashion shows: 11h30, 12h30 and 14h30 daily Competition draws: 11h30, 12h30 and 14h30 daily.

“We are part of the industry and therefore perfectly placed to identify trends”

“We’re ready for this year and great things are already underway, from a new corporate identity that reflects where Spintelligent is going, to exciting new events that will be launched in the second half of this year”, says David Ashdown, Managing Director of Spintelligent Pty, the leading Cape Town-based publisher, trade exhibition and conference organizer in the power, mining, agriculture, defence and education sectors.

New identity reflects transformation
As of the beginning of 2015 the company boasts a revitalised corporate identity with new printed and electronic collateral, which Ashdown says “reflects the transformation that is taking place in the company and the new direction we have taken as we continue to evolve and redefine our business from the inside out, while remaining in touch with the industry to stay relevant, vital and innovative.”

Training Academy
Part of this growth is the new Spintelligent Training Academy that was established at the end of last year to address learning and development needs in the energy, utilities and mining industries on the African continent. Says David Ashdown: ”we are part of the industry and therefore perfectly placed to identify trends and gaps with regards to skills development. The Training Academy’s first courses have started and will give power professionals from South Africa, Ghana to Nigeria practical insights into and solutions to their daily challenges.”    

Busy first quarter & new events
A busy first quarter is already underway as the preparation for various upcoming flagship Spintelligent events is in full swing. These shows include the agriculture and mining expos in Zambia: Agritech Expo and CBM-TEC, both of which were launched with great success last year, will take place again in April and May in Chisamba and Kitwe this year.

“Then as part of our ongoing strategy to identify gaps in the market and broadening our audiences at existing strong shows”, says Spintelligent’s David Ashdown, “we are launching four new events in the second half of this year. The new Clean Power East Africa, Clean Power West Africa and the iPAD Power & Infrastructure Investment Forums in Uganda and Cameroon are all extensions of highly successful Spintelligent event franchises.”

Publishing
Spintelligent’s Publishing division has just launched the second edition of the “Most influential people in Africa’s power sector” publication, which features the most influential people who are shaping the power sector across the continent. This complements the “Most influential people in European Smart Grid” publication, which was launched late last year.

Says David Ashdown: “with 22 publications a year, this is a busy department, and we have an amazing team working to make our titles best in class, setting new standards in the power, metering, smart energy and mining publishing sectors.” 

Contact:
Communications manager:  Annemarie Roodbol
Telephone:  +27 21 700 3558
Mobile:  +27 82 562 7844
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Web:  www.spintelligent.com

About Spintelligent
Spintelligent (Pty) Ltd is an African media business, specialising in Exhibitions, Conferences and Publishing. Head-quartered in Cape Town with a team of 90 experienced professionals, Spintelligent is a dynamic and recognised organiser across multiple industry sectors and geographies. A specialist organiser with the ability to deliver key growth projects in the early emerging markets of the African continent.

Spintelligent is the African partner office of Clarion Events Ltd, the UK based organiser operating in 36 countries worldwide with 9 subsidiary offices delivering over 500 exhibitions and conferences annually.

Spintelligent delivers projects in African growth industry sectors; Power & Utilities; Energy; Mining; Education & Careers; Agriculture; Infrastructure; Military & Defence. Spintelligent delivers projects in the emerging African markets; South Africa; Nigeria; Ghana; Kenya; Tanzania; DRC; Angola; Mozambique; Zambia.

Spintelligent is recognised for its print and electronic publications, with market-leading brands including Metering International, ESI Africa and Mining Review Africa. Its regular global events and exhibitions, as well as its critical business intelligence and integrated marketing services make it a leader in its field. The company’s highly skilled resources in management, marketing, research and production allow for unique products bridging the developed and developing markets.

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AXECESS presents Tyga and SchoolboyQ live in South Africa at #AXECESSJozi on the 7th of March 2015. Be sure not to miss this epic event!

Johannesburg, South Africa –On the7th of March 2015, #AXECESSJozi will welcome two mega Hip Hop artists, Tyga and SchoolboyQ, who will be performing in Johannesburg for the first time together, brought to you by Axe.

This is the first announcement phase of the international artist line up for Axecess Jozi 2015. Additional international and local artists will be announced in January 2015, so keep it locked on www.axecess.com for more information. Let’s get the Twitter-sphere rocking by using the hash tag #whoisjozibound?

Spend one night with these lyrical geniuses at the Mary Fitzgerald Square, in the heart of the Johannesburg CBD, where there will be an array of both international and local celebrities, as well as VIP A-listers.

AXE is exceptionally excited to be the pioneers who are bringing these multi-award winning artists into the country after successfully hosting the Big Sean concert in 2014. This one-night affair guarantees to bring out the essence of what it means for music and lifestyle to intersect.

“AXE and Music are integrally linked,” says Sphe Mjadu, Public Relations Manager for Personal Care, Unilever. Music is central to youth culture; hosting Axecess Jozi for the second year proves that this is a great way to connect with our consumers.”

Hip Hop superstar, Tyga, needs very little introduction. With over 5 million followers on both Twitter and Instagram, his celebrity status is undisputed. From his early days of releasing mixtapes, his debut mixtape ‘Young on Probation’ garnered enough hype that culminated in him landing his first record deal with Lil Wayne’s Young Money Entertainment label. Needless to say, this began the tidal wave of hits ranging from the track "Deuces" which was released as the debut single of the mixtape and, as of August 26 2010,  reached number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 1 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs. More recently, on September 12 2014, Tyga announced via Instagram that his new single titled "40 Mill", which will be produced by Kanye West, Mike Dean, Dupri and his own producer Jess Jackson, is set to launch.. The upcoming album is also set to have features from Justin Bieber, Young Thug, Kanye West, Chris Brown and Drake.

Whether you are talking about SchoolboyQ’s independent albums “Setbacks” and “Habits and Contradictions”, or his contributions to Hip Hop group Black Hippy together with Jay Rock and Ab-soul, he has undoubtedly been in the rap game for a long time. His most contemporary album “Oxymoron” which has hits like “Studio” and “Man of the year” have made the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. Upon its release, Oxymoron debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, with first-week sales of 139,000 copies in the United States.  In April this year, SchoolboyQ also made his solo magazine cover debut with the April/May issue of the long-standing Hip Hop magazine The Source, which hit newsstands on April 10 2014.

Jalibird Productions, the company behind the spectacular production of the Axecess Jozi featuring Big Sean earlier in 2014, will be the team behind the production in 2015 in partnership with Glen21.

About the tour venue and dates:

#AXECESSJozi will be staged on the 7th of March 2015 at Mary Fitzgerald Square, Newtown.

Tickets are on sale from Computicket [link to: www.computicket.com] from Friday 6th of December 2014 at the following prices:  

General - R450, Golden Circle - R750.

Let’s get ready to turn up the music with #Axecessjozi. For more information, questions or queries, please do not hesitate to contact Sphe Mjadu, Public Relations Manager – Personal Care | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | 031 570 2472.  

About AXE

Axe is a Unilever Brand and was first launched in France in 1983. Since then it has become the deodorant of choice for men in more than 60 countries, including South Africa. It is the number one selling deodorant in several European and Latin American markets, and since its 2003 launch in Asia and the United States it has also achieved a notable presence there. Axe is masculine, original, individual, cool and fun and we pride ourselves on giving guys the edge in the mating game.  

It’s party time in the new Summer edition of Wedding Inspirations magazine. You’ll find all the need-to-know details about planning an outdoor wedding, a destination do and the most beautiful, sparking wedding themes.  

On sale from December 9th, the new issue looks set to delight brides with its glossy mix of current information and on-trend inspiration. The pages are packed with more than 280 style hits for your big day and a must-read six-month countdown to gorgeous – fabulous beauty tips to have you looking your best on the most important day of your life.  

In this issue, brides-to-be have the chance to win a spectacular Enzoani wedding dress worth R25 000. If you love denim, but have assumed that is has no place at a wedding, think again – our Denim Love theme shows you just how to do it and still look like a goddess. Always dreamed of looking like a princess on your wedding day? The modern Frozen-inspired fairytale theme is a must, with its sumptuous red and white detailing. Shimmering sparkle takes centre stage in our glamorous, romantic party theme and why not play around with paper in our look at the hot new trend of paper flowers for everything from cake toppers to head wreaths.

Another must-read is our definitive 2015 honeymoon hotlist – award-winning locations for every taste on this very special holiday. And who can forget our breathtaking fashion, relationship advice for staying calm during the planning madness and the inspirational real weddings just bursting with love (and amazing décor!).  

Available nationwide at Pick ‘n Pay stores, CNA, Exclusive Books, PNA and Dis-Chem, as well as selected SPAR supermarkets and independent retailers. Alternatively, subscribe and never miss an issue. Details are at weddinginspirations.co.za.

“Rating will influence and shape the future of the business as we continue to evolve”

Spintelligent Pty, the leading Cape Town-based publisher, trade exhibition and conference organiser, has been awarded a Level 2 BBBEE Contributor rating. “We are absolutely thrilled with reaching this important milestone”, says David Ashdown, Spintelligent Managing Director, adding: “it has been a strategic goal of the business and we achieved it following 6 months of diligent work”.

Ashdown says the BBBEE rating allows the company to “secure and strengthen current institutional business with influential government organisations, parastatals and NGOs, whilst also positively influencing spending by South African corporates who need to engage with BBBEE rated businesses to improve their own contributors score. This in turn will open the door for many new companies to do business with us, therefore increasing our reach to relevant markets within which our sponsors, exhibitors and delegates operate, which will also provide them with more opportunities to conduct business.”

He continues: “a BBBEE rating allows us to open new revenue streams and drive greater revenues from existing relationships. More importantly it ensures that we have a cultural and moral commitment to our employees and the operational nature of our business. A BBBEE rating will influence and shape the future of the business as we continue to evolve.” Spintelligent is the African office of Clarion Events Ltd which is based in the UK. It has become recognised as a highly successful African event organiser and publisher, with flagship projects in the power, mining, agriculture, defence and education sectors such as African Utility Week, African EduWeek, Agritech-Expo, Land Forces Africa and the iPAD franchise.

Upcoming Spintelligent events:
- iPAD DRC Mining & Infrastructure Indaba, Kinshasa, DRC: 22-23 October 2014
- Katanga Mining Week, Lubumbashi, Katanga, DRC: 28-29 October 2014
- iPAD Rwanda Power & Infrastructure Investment Forum, Kigali, Rwanda: 3-4 November 2014
- West African Power Industry Convention (WAPIC), Lagos, Nigeria: 18-19 November 2014
- AgriBusiness East Africa, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania: 28-29 January 2015

Contact:
Communications manager:  Annemarie Roodbol
Telephone:  +27 21 700 3558
Mobile:  +27 82 562 7844
Email:  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Web:  www.spintelligent.com

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About Spintelligent
With over 15 years of working with Sub-Saharan African government ministers and the region’s leading businesses, producing hundreds of events and publications and helping thousands of companies secure multi-million dollar contracts, we’ve learned what it takes to be a competent and confident builder of a successful and prosperous company in Africa.

Spintelligent is your principal, local based, knowledge partner and events coordinator for Sub-Saharan Africa. We provide you the best in class Sub Saharan African multi-media resources to help you expand your operations and achieve your business ambitions across the Power, Mining, Education, Agriculture and Defence industry sectors.

Spintelligent is part of Clarion Events, a global business-to-business event organiser with offices in South Africa, UK, Netherlands, Germany, United States, Brazil, UAE and Singapore.

Sea Point Florstore is set to launch their new showroom, Florstore OnTrend, appointing Lauren Shantall (Pty) Ltd in charge of all communications 

Successfully established in 1991 by owner Phillip Victor, Sea Point Florstore has maintained a reputation of offering professional, quality-assured services including flooring and blinds. In collaboration with new business partners, Paul and Saul Berman, Phillip Victor is set to launch his brand new OnTrend Showroom in Sea Point during October 2014 and has appointed Lauren Shantall (Pty) Ltd to manage all PR, social media and event aspects of this exciting new décor destination.

Owner and Director, Lauren Shantall has many years of design experience under her belt, from being Deputy Editor of Elle Decoration magazine to Editor of Design Indaba magazine, as well as managing The Design Indaba Expo. Lauren was also responsible for the managing and launching of the Freeworld Design Centre, which was named “Best Design Concept in Cape Town” by House and Leisure magazine in December 2011. Today, her integrated communications company, Lauren Shantall (Pty) Ltd, boasts a list of hot SA design and lifestyle clients, including Plascon, Inhouse Brand Architects, Willowlamp and Indigenous (to name but a few).  

Florstore OnTrend will showcase a multitude of interior designers and décor suppliers, making Lauren Shantall (Pty) Ltd an apt fit for representation with her industry proficiency. Florstore OnTrend is a unique space, which allows designers and home-owners to connect and share ideas in a professional yet relaxed and creative atmosphere.  

The showroom team is made up of highly skilled professionals who insist on keeping up-to-date with not only the latest technologies, but the latest trends too. An ongoing series of industry-related events such as talks and workshops, combined with up-to-the-minute displays will make Florstore OnTrend the go-to destination for the latest flooring ideas, home finishing and décor inspiration for trade professionals and consumers alike.  

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So, he asked you the big question and you said ‘I do’!

Now it’s time for the planning! You’ve searched the internet, spent hours on Pinterest and poured over bridal magazines looking for inspiration, now it’s time to visit The Wedding Expo® to meet the experts who will turn your dreams into reality!

The who's who of the wedding industry will showcase everything a bride needs for her special day, and more! As a bride-to-be, you will be able to plan your day down to the finest detail at The Wedding Expo®.   

Be blown away by everything from sensational table décor and breathe-taking wedding gowns, to elegant jewellery and picture-perfect honeymoon destinations. Speak to some of South Africa’s top wedding planners, photographers and caterers and get expert advice on financial and legal matters. With 300 premier exhibitors, it’s easy to see why The Wedding Expo® is the South African Bride’s favourite bridal event! The Wedding Expo® is the best place for you and your fiancé to meet the wedding industry, be inspired by the perfect bridal look on the daily fashion show, enter competitions and plan your special day. So, put us in your diary so that you don’t miss out on the one place that you will be able to get all your planning done.  

Event details:

Date: 6 and 7 September 2014

Venue: Coca-Cola dome, Northgate, Johannesburg

Cost: R120.00 per person

Fashion shows: 1h00, 12h00 and 14h00, 1500 daily

Competition draws: 12h30 and 15h30 daily

City Lodge Hotel Group has announced that two of its General Managers (GMs) were recently announced as being among the 55 finalists in South Africa’s 2014 Rising Star Awards within the Tourism and Hospitality category! Abia Rakoma, GM at Road Lodge Carnival City, and Marvin Theron, GM at Road Lodge Rustenburg, will now undergo a vigorous judging process before winners are announced at an awards ceremony to take place on Monday, 28 July.

The Rising Star Awards

 The Rising Star Awards are held every year and were established in order to recognise and celebrate young business people under the age of 40 who have great talent and deliver above and beyond expectations. In the words of CEB’s SHL Talent Measurement Solutions, “A Rising Star is an individual who displays promising potential and pursues every opportunity to achieve great heights.”

Hundreds of entries are received every year – 310 were received this year alone – but only five finalists are selected for each of the 11 business sector categories. Laura Barker, MD of BlackBark Productions (organiser of the Rising Star programme), says that the Rising Star programme is far more than just an awards ceremony; "The programme will establish a living community of young South African talent that will be developed, mentored and provided with necessary platforms for development and communication. This will enable them to become role models, opinion leaders and the inspiration for other future South African talent.” 

Marvin Theron

Marvin first gained experience in the hospitality industry when he joined the City Lodge Hotel Group in July 2009 as a Front Office Coordinator at the Courtyard Hotel in Sandton, after graduating with a higher diploma in Hospitality Management from The International Hotel School. In February 2010 he was promoted to Junior Assistant GM. Last year his name was put forward for the Management Development Programme offered by City Lodge Hotel Group and while engaged in the programme Marvin went on to complete his training at Senior Assistant General Manager Level. He then progressed to General Manager Level. This year Marvin successfully completed both management programmes and in doing so was appointed to the position of GM of Road Lodge Rustenburg, effective from July.

Abia Rakoma

Abia currently holds three formal qualifications, which include a National Diploma in Hospitality Management, a B-Tech Degree in Hospitality Management, and a Certificate in Labour Relations Management. Abia first joined the City Lodge Hotel Group in 2007 as a Junior Assistant Manager and worked his way up to being the current GM of Road Lodge Carnival City. At the 2012 City Lodge Hotel Group Leadership Conference in Turkey, Abia was awarded the Chairman’s Award for being a Rising Star. Abia has always been very passionate about mentorship and personnel career development as it was the very same guidance and mentorship that led him to where he is today.

City Lodge Hotel Group is proud to have such talent in their team, and wish Marvin and Abia all the best during the next couple of weeks! For more info check out the City Lodge Hotel Group blog here: blog.clhg.com