Being an entrepreneur is not for the faint-hearted: An insightful talk with CEO of Maredi Technologies, Maredi Thema

--:--
Maredi Thema, Founder and CEO of Maredi Technologies ─ the ICT company providing ICT Infrastructure solutions to public and private sector clients ─ views his role as a leader as ‘the soil that nourishes the seeds of possibilities and potential in others’. Just this year, his company was granted the accolade of Best Employer of the Year at the BBQ Awards 2020. In previous years, Maredi has been recognised by the National Business Awards (2018) in the ‘Fast Growth’ and ‘Top Young Executive’ categories.
In this week’s Business Unusual podcast, Ralf Fletcher, CEO of Topco Media, engages in conversation with Maredi Thema to discuss the importance of having a healthy mind set and positive perspective as an entrepreneur, and understanding that a business is not a one-man machine. Maredi also chats about excellence and celebrating one’s successes.
Maredi Thema, Founder and CEO at Maredi Technologies, started trading in 2010 with a vision to provide ICT Infrastructure solutions to public and private sector clients. Maredi Technologies is 100% black-owned and 30% black-women owned. Maredi Technologies operates on the belief that business development comes from the satisfaction of clients, requiring optimised quality at all times. Prior to founding his ICT Company, Thema worked with Inala Technologies, Telkom and Business Connexion, equipping him with invaluable technical and sales experience. He obtained a certificate in Business Management through the University of South Africa, and also attended that University of the Free State, where he completed his Bachelor of Management Leadership degree, specialising in Organisational Leadership. Thema also took part in the Oxford Executive Leadership Programme at the Saïd Business School, University of Oxford.

“Quality workmanship will lead to improvement in the quality of communication one call at a time.” ─ Maredi Thema, Founder and CEO at Maredi Technologies.
2 Dec 2020 English South Africa Business · Business

Other recent episodes

Beyond business as usual: How to lead on the Sustainable Development Goals

Dr Achieng Ojwang is the Executive Director of Global Compact Network South Africa, a position she has held since April 2018. During this time, Dr Ojwang has re-established the Network as a formidable independent organisation and continues to raise the visibility of the UN Global Compact brand in South Africa.
7 Mar 57 min

A banker's tale of the just transition

Explore the depths of leadership, decision-making, and growth in the latest Business Unusual Podcast with Nedbank Chairperson Daniel Mminele. The conversation unravels the journey of a seasoned banker and we discover valuable insights on maintaining calm in turbulent times, the impact of big decisions, and the keys to fostering economic…
23 Nov 2023 51 min

The big comeback: How Brett van Aswegen saved Wonga

In this Business Unusual Podcast, Wonga CEO, Brett van Aswegen, shares the fascinating story of how they turned the business around in South Africa, going from payday lenders to short term lenders, repairing a damaged reputation, abandoning a ‘churn and burn’ strategy and pivoting to a digital marketing approach.
16 Nov 2023 1 hr 03 min