With over 16 years of experience in the energy and chemical sectors, I bring a unique blend of technical expertise, strategic insight, and international exposure to technology development and commercialization. My career began at Sasol in 2007 as a bursar graduate, where I spent 11 formative years gaining deep experience across Front-End Loading (FEL) phases and Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) execution. This foundation has given me a holistic understanding of the full project lifecycle and the critical link between technology development, commercialization, and strategic business objectives.

Industry Experience

• Technology Commercialization & Strategic Development
  Extensive involvement in translating innovative technologies into commercially viable solutions, balancing technical feasibility with market and sustainability imperatives.
• Project Execution Expertise
  Nearly one-third of my career focused on front-end development and two-thirds on EPC phases, ensuring a strong grasp of both conceptual design and large-scale implementation.
• Global Exposure & Multicultural Collaboration
  Professional experience across South Africa, United States, South Korea, Uzbekistan, and Italy, working with multinational corporations and diverse teams on complex engineering and technology projects.
• Leadership in Emerging Energy Solutions
  Previously led initiatives in low-carbon energy solutions within Sasol’s Environmental Sustainability and Strategy division, driving innovation aligned with global decarbonization goals.
  Currently, I am conducting detailed assessments of strategic resources for a multinational energy and chemicals corporation, enhancing strategic value by identifying the best investment opportunities and guiding strategic resource assessments to support long-term growth and sustainability.

Key Roles & Achievements

• Sasol (11 years): Front-End Development and EPC roles across multiple international projects.
• Nuclear Industry: Served as Design Authority and Engineering Manager, leading a multidisciplinary team for over a year.
• Uzbekistan: Managed upstream development for the Bukhara Chemical Complex MTO Project.
• Current Role: Driving strategic resource assessments and investment prioritization for future energy and technology platforms.

Academic Background

• Master’s Degree in Technology and Innovation Management, equipping me with advanced skills in integrating technology development with business strategy.

Professional Strengths

• Balanced perspective on technology development and commercialization.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in complex, high-stakes environments.
• Strong advocate for collaborative innovation platforms to accelerate Africa’s materials and technology ecosystem.

Personal Note

An avid basketball player, I value teamwork, leadership, and adaptability—qualities that shape my professional approach to collaboration and problem-solving.