AWARDS-The South African Chamber of Commerce

Business Leader Award

Sponsored by: Awarded to: Any business individual who has excelled in their field and displays outstanding leadership and have contributed to the growth, sustainability and profitability of their business or their area of influence of their employer. Shown good business and management skills industry knowledge and consistent capability.		The candidate has: Evidenced being a good / natural leader Empowered others and delegated to help learn Strong values, ethics and integrity Excellent understanding of their industry The judges will be looking for evidence of: Strategic vision which has helped them achieve their objectives and the respect of others Noteworthy achievements Key challenges which they have overcome What culture they have encouraged Possible handling of change or transition as a leader
The candidate has: Evidenced being a good / natural leader Empowered others and delegated to help learn Strong values, ethics and integrity Excellent understanding of their industry The judges will be looking for evidence of: Strategic vision which has helped them achieve their objectives and the respect of others Noteworthy achievements Key challenges which they have overcome What culture they have encouraged Possible handling of change or transition as a leader

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Business Leader Award

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Sira Dheshan Naidu

Sira Dheshan Naidu, originally from South Africa, has emerged as a quietly influential figure in the UK's health and beauty industry, carving out a two-decade career marked by steadfast dedication. In the realm of health and beauty, Sira's journey not only embodies excellence but also a steadfast commitment to nurturing growth, sustainability, and profitability.

With an unparalleled command of business and management skills, paired with an intimate understanding of the health and beauty sector, Sira consistently showcases a distinctive ability to navigate challenges and foster innovation. A noteworthy achievement includes the pivotal role played in launching Disruptor London, a personal venture introducing a sustainable and forward-thinking approach to the beauty landscape.

Sira's leadership, characterized by vision and humility, propels businesses to new heights, has left an indelible mark on the broader industry. Strategic acumen and unwavering capability underscore Sira's commitment to excellence, subtly influencing the ever-evolving dynamics of health and beauty.

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Mteto Nyati

Mteto is the executive chairman of BSG, a homegrown consulting and technology company that specialises in strategy execution. He holds a 40% shareholding in BSG through his investment vehicle, Wazo Investments.

Mteto is also the chairman of Eskom. Previously, he was the Group Chief Executive of Altron and Chief Executive Officer of MTN South Africa.

Author of the number one bestseller, Betting on a Darkie, about his life as a shopkeeper's son, family man and business leader at local and multinational corporates, he mentors and coaches senior executives including CEOs as well as up-and-coming business professionals.

In 2021, the University of Johannesburg's College of Business and Economics awarded Mteto an honorary doctorate in IT Management. He is a Yale University World Fellow and holds a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from the University of KwaZulu Natal.

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Martin Sweet

Martin is a seasoned Professional with over 40 years' experience in executive corporate management. Notwithstanding his sharp ascendance up the corporate ladder, Martin had a calling that he could not ignore - the support and upliftment of the disenfranchised.

At the age of 52, Martin stopped all his endeavours and dedicated himself to building Primestars, which is a business designed with conscious principles from its founding, and today is one of the leading youth development organisations in South Africa.

Martin has been at the helm of Primestars for 19 years and will celebrate the milestone of 20 years next year. He was initially recognised for his role in the conceptualization and launch of the Cell C Take Your Girl Child to Work Day program and has introduced several ground-breaking social impact programmes since. This legacy came full circle in 2022 as he launched one of SA's leading boy child programmes titled What About the Boys?

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❮❮ DE&I Leader Award

Innovator of the Year ❯❯

Business Leader Award

Sira Dheshan Naidu

Sira Dheshan Naidu, originally from South Africa, has emerged as a quietly influential figure in the UK's health and beauty industry, carving out a two-decade career marked by steadfast dedication. In the realm of health and beauty, Sira's journey not only embodies excellence but also a steadfast commitment to nurturing growth, sustainability, and profitability.

With an unparalleled command of business and management skills, paired with an intimate understanding of the health and beauty sector, Sira consistently showcases a distinctive ability to navigate challenges and foster innovation. A noteworthy achievement includes the pivotal role played in launching Disruptor London, a personal venture introducing a sustainable and forward-thinking approach to the beauty landscape.

Sira's leadership, characterized by vision and humility, propels businesses to new heights, has left an indelible mark on the broader industry. Strategic acumen and unwavering capability underscore Sira's commitment to excellence, subtly influencing the ever-evolving dynamics of health and beauty.