PAST EVENTS
Networking & Winetasting
2 August 2004
The Wine Domain, Windermere
An enchanting venue with interesting faces! Old members, new members and their friends added to the celebratory vibe. Indeed they were there to sample the selection of wine and network of course! Cathy spoke briefly on Networking and its relevance. She then introduced Michelle Charsley, a BWA member and co-owner of The Wine Domain, who then took the floor to delight taste buds.
The Art of Mentworking
29 July 2004
The Mugg & Bean, Musgrave
Cathy Yuill, MD of Cathy Yuill Unlimited and BWA Chairperson, hosted an evening of mentworking and taught attendees a new meaningful approach to creating and maintaining your network. She says, "The secret of success in business is the quality of your network; relationships are recognised to be key." The presentation was pragmatic in that everybody had to break up in groups and apply what they had learnt.
An interesting and entertaining evening was had by all.
Businesswoman of the Year '03
28 May 2004
Khaya Lembali Conference Centre
This event was just brilliant! It was well supported by corporates.
On the 28 May, the BWA Durban hosted Nicky Newton-King, Businesswoman of the Year '03 and Deputy CEO of the JSE, for breakfast at the tranquil Khaya Lembali Conference Centre, the ambiance was perfect! As a woman who holds one of the most powerful positions in the country we were all delighted to hear her share her recipe for success!
Niven Postma, our CEO, shared with us the great strides the BWA has taken to infiltrate the business community at large by research conducted and the release of the "Women in Corporate Leadership" census. More importantly, how the association is actively contributing to the elevation of women in business, including school girls (by participating in the "Take a Girl Child to Work" project) and female students (the bursaries provided by the BWA).
Val Coppin Shaw (Coppin Johnson Gallery) & Karen Allanby (Imagine Group)
Digital Communication
18 May 2004
The Mugg & Bean, Musgrave
Implement Effective Email Marketing Immediately was the concise message Michelle Driman, Director of Trade & Lateral Development, delivered.
Marion Martin (eDict), Ebrahim Dhai & Michelle Driman (Trade & Lateral Development)
Boni Zwezwe (NMG Levy) & Karen Allanby (Imagine Group)
Trade & Lateral Development are a Digital Communications company focused on helping thier clients to build better relationships with their customers by providing an immediate, interactive communications channel that adds value to their customers' experience of their businesses.
Legal & Tax Obligations Workshop
8 May 2004
Durban Country Club
The workshop was well presented. The group consisted of a variety of SME's.
The group was very interactive; many questions were asked and answered by the speaker and an attorney and lecturer of finance (members who attended). There was a brilliant sharing of knowledge - Karlene from her financial background and Shamla with her legal expertise. Much time was spent on the discussion of the best form of business to undertake, as each form of business has its own personality. There was a lengthy discussion around different taxes and how they are apportioned - where does it really go to, etc.
The general consensus was that the workshop was very informative in terms of content. Attendees found the participatory nature of it most enjoyable.
Women Rock the Vote
7 April 2004
Berea Rovers Club
Our pre-election panel discussion "Women Rock the Vote!" was huge and it rocked! The BWA went 1 on 1 with the politicians as we engaged in discussion on how they have, or intend to, create policies which grow all women in business and grow women's businesses.
We had an amazing calibre of speakers from MP's to councillors, representing the following parties - ANC, IFP, ID, IFP, ACDP, DA & MF. The discussion was chaired by Mary Papaya, Independent South African Media & Broadcast Trainer, Consultant, Strategist and Writer. Judy Sandison, Editor for Special News Services at SABC, was our time-keeper.
Women in Entrepreneurship Workshop
3 April 2004
Durban Country Club
Ms Melodi van der Merwe, a lecturer in the Department of Business Management at the University of Pretoria, presented the Nedbank Women in Entrepreneurship Workshop. Brilliant material and very practical information on how to write a business plan that markets itself. Members found it most interesting and very relevant to their environment. Interaction was great and permissible due to the class size.
Accessing US Financing & Markets
1 April 2004
Deloitte, Umhlanga Ridge
This was an insightful presentation on "Accessing US Financing and Markets" by Mandy Jacobs, President of SA Business Club in the USA. Mandy initiated a bilateral Chamber of Commerce aimed at professionals trading between the USA and Southern Africa wishing to increase their networking exposure. Many of the women reported that the information was not relevant to them in terms of acquiring finance.
Emotional Intelligence
24 March 2004
Durban Country Club
Kasturi Naidoo, a Personal Empowerment trainer and facilitator, has had 17 years of training experience, working with adults, teenagers and corporates.
She shared with all her passion to empower people to achieve their fullest potential. She is of the belief that within each of us lies the innate ability to create lives of balance, success and happiness.
Kasturi covered topics like Stress Management, NLP, Motivation etc.
Cultural Diversity
10 March 2004
Deloitte, Umhlanga Ridge
Mariane Vorster, the recipient of the 2003 Bursary, completed her Masters Degree of Commerce in Leadership. Her dissertation focused on diversity in the workplace in South Africa and her research revealed that we have come a long way as a country in terms of tolerance of difference. We can give ourselves a pat on the back.
Her presentation: How to release hidden talent and power in organisations by leveraging off differences.
This evening comprised of small discussion groups exploring how we can bridge the difference gap, especially among women in the workplace in KZN.
Networking & Wine Tasting
19 February 2004
The Wine Domain, Windermere
Sindy Buthelezi, Arlene Smit, Cathy Yuill, Sbu Buthelezi, Slienky Ntonbela
Michelle Charsley, Co-owner of The Wine Domain, entertained us with her fountain of knowledge on wine and the processes of wine making. We were welcomed with a refreshing sparkling wine, followed by the following 6 wines:
- Du Toitsklook Chenin Blanc '03
- Dieu Donne Sauvignon Blanc '03
- Laborie Chardonay '03
- Nordale Double Cabernet '01
- Bodega Merlot '99
- Diemersfontein Cabernet Sauvignon
In between the tastings all members and guests were involved in serious networking and some friendships and business opportunites were developed.
Regional Business Achievers Awards Nominations Launch
10 February 2004
Nedbank, Kingsmead
This was the official launch of the Nominations for the 2004 Regional Business Achievers Awards hosted at Nedbank.
This was a wonderful opportunity for members to find out about the awards as well as listen to our two Regional Business Achievers, Susan Abro & Cindy Norcott speak, followed by excellent networking.
The 2004 Bursary was awarded to Lamlile Ndlovu who is pursuing an MBA.
Mingle & Meander
2 February 2004
Coppin Johnson Gallery
The gallery was bursting at the seams with members and guests alike at this function. Women in business ranging from engineers to attorneys to journalists. Reg Reynolds of Metaskills made a surprise visit and spoke very briefly on the differences between men & women in the workplace - most insightful.
Networking
20 January 2004
Tate & Nolan
A perfect way to get back into the swing of things - business networking. Again a very well supported evening by members. We heard from Marion Martin of eDict who specialises in information and communications technology and from Cindy Goncalves of Permoseal who has recently been promoted to Regional Manager. The friendship bowl was given to Sharon Carson & Barbara Smith.
Mingle & Meander
12 January 2004
Coppin Johnson Gallery
Matjale Matsaung, Jenny Lupton, Colleen Coetzee, Val Coppin Shaw, Karen Kelly
This was a wonderful way to start the year. The function was greatly supported and it was a wonderful opportunity to meet members and network. We learnt so much about each person in such a short amount of time. We had members in property, optometrist, corporates and more. This really is an evening which should not be missed.
Thank you to Val Coppin Shaw for the use of her amazing art gallery - it really has the perfect ambience for the evening.