WHAT WE DO
We are thought-leaders, innovative mentors and trusted advisors working at the intersection of emotional intelligence, leadership, and organisational strategy.
Our purpose is to serve organisations, executives, change makers and entrepreneurs to create meaningful social, environmental and economical impact, whilst contributing towards the development and competitiveness of Africa.
We focus on building purpose-driven leaders and organisations that can succeed in the age of exponential change and disruption, with the need for greater human understanding, social cohesion and adaptogenic intelligence. We support the maturation, development and growth of such leaders to be more resilient, and capable, effective and ethical as they grow into the challenge of growing businesses, leaders, governance and the executive space.
Our work leverages behavioural science, design thinking, gamification, corporate governance and conscious capitalism matched with business fundamentals. As polymathic and eclectic fresh thinkers, we draw on sprint & innovation methodologies, including Lean Strategy. Lifestyle Medicine. Theory of Change and human-centred design.
OUR CLIENTS
Some of our clients include:
PROJECTS WE SUPPORT
With our time, advise and expertise we support initiatives such as:
As a Level 1 B-BBEE organisation. Sapientt offers 3 programs:
- Connect, an Emotional Intelligence development program for sales, service and senior executives.
- LeadSpaceAfrica, a learn-to-lead program for the development of leadership consciousness and competence in junior executives, business owners and entrepreneurs.
- FastTrackU, an immersive workshop facilitation model that leads to the rapid prototyping of a business team goal.
All three are available in various formats from keynotes through to workshops and full programs.
Additional, we offer.
- Immersive and Retained Mentorship services
- Presentation, content and concept strategy Mentorship
- Executives Appraisal and Due Diligence
OUR TEAM
Mark Vella
Managing Director
As a thought-leading mentor, speaker and Director, Mark draws on 22-years of experience gained in a range of business sectors. As a behavioural specialist, his work combines emotional intelligence, lifestyle medicine, governance, entrepreneurial and strategic thinking.
Mark is a Certified Director with The Institute of Directors South Africa. He hold a Postgraduate Hons. in Management Practice from The Graduate School of Business, University of Cape Town. He is registered with the Allied Professions Council of South Africa. As Non-Executive Director, Mark is the Chair of the CDI Capital Growth Fund Investment Committee.
Lynn Vella
Chief Operating Officer
Having originally qualified as an Auditor in 2008, Lynn has over 17 years experience as a Governance & Risk Management professional in the financial services sector. Including internal controls, operational risk and market conduct. Her career experience includes Old Mutual, Metropolitan and Retail Capital Services.
Additionally, Lynn gained experience in the United Kingdom for Old Mutual. Moore Stephens and in the UK National Health Sector. Lynn is a member of the Institute of Directors of South Africa.
Takalani Netshabumu
Administrative Assistant
From a young age, Takalani observed the challenges families in her community experienced with managing personal finances. This motivated her to complete her Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting from the University of Venda, majoring in Auditing, Taxation, Financial and Managerial Accounting. She completed further training in Sage and Business Information Systems.
Her efficiency, work ethic and dedication support our executive team in financial and administrative management. Additionally, Takalani is currently completing a Systems Development program though the Capaciti Digital Career Accelerator.
Tlamele Lolokwane
Bid Coordinator
With a National Diploma in Management from the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT), Tlamelo was selected to further her studies in finance and accounting at the University of Münster, Germany in 2019. She returned to complete her Advanced Diploma in Management at CPUT, specialising in financial and strategic management. Tlamelo’s diligence and quiet determination add depth to Sapientt’s business development.
Tlamelo gives back by tutoring 2nd and 3rd year Financial Management students, and as a teaching volunteer for commercial subjects at schools in North West Province and Langa. Additionally, she runs community fitness classes in her native North West and Cape Town.
