GROUP CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Dr. Chris Jardine

BS, MS Computer Science; PhD Information Technology (George Mason University, Virginia USA)

Dr Chris Jardine joined Tsebo in 2011 as CEO of Tsebo Catering Solutions, a position he held until assuming his new role in June 2015. Prior to this he was CEO of the J & J Group. Chris has worked in various executive and director roles in the IT, logistics, telecommunications, industrials and financial services sectors.He has also served on the boards of companies as diverse as MTN, Transnet, Macquarie First South and Union Carriage and Wagons. He is currently an independent non-executive director for the Peermont Group.

GROUP CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Tim Walters

B.Com; BAcc; CA (SAICA); SEP (SU)

Tim manages finance and M&A strategy across the Group, and is also a member of the Tsebo Solutions Group Executive Committee. Prior to joining Tsebo Solutions Group in 2002, Tim held supply chain and financial leadership positions at SAB’s Beer Division and Barloworld Equipment Company.

CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER

Yosheen Padayachee

Masters in Innovation and Technology; B Com Informatics

Passionate about innovation and technology, Yosheen brings her expertise in strategy, innovation management and implementing practical solutions to her executive role in Tsebo Group IT. Yosheen has extensive experience in JSE-listed and global multinationals, including fulfilling prominent IT positions within the financial services and insurance industry.

She holds a Masters in Innovation and Technology from the Da Vinci Institute, a B Com Informatics Degree from UNISA and professional certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP), ICAgile Professional, ISTQB Tester, ISTQB Agile Tester and IDCL. Yosheen is currently studying for a Doctoral Degree in Technology and Innovation.

CHIEF SALES & MARKETING OFFICER

Melusi Maposa

BSc Honours Electrical Engineering, MBA in Finance
Melusi has a passion for structuring large transformational deals, delivering innovation, and implementing practical digital strategies. He has held leadership positions in a range of industries including, automotive, insurance, forestry and management consulting and has served as a trusted advisor to both public and private sector CEOs. He has published various thought leadership articles and has held prominent positions in the energy sector in South Africa, including serving on the Board of SANEA (South Africa National Energy Association). Melusi holds a BSc (Hons) degree in Electrical Engineering and an MBA in Finance.

CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER

Elanie Kruger

M.Com (Industrial Psychology) from UJ

Passionate about Africa and emerging markets, Elanie is a key member of the Tsebo Executive, responsible for the delivery of profitability, growth and cash flow targets by driving best people practices and change initiatives.
Elanie has a strong and diverse career in strategic human resources, talent, Organizational Development, IR and change management having held several senior leadership positions in diverse industries in South Africa and the UK.
Elanie, a registered Industrial Psychologist, holds a M.Com (Industrial Psychology) from UJ.

CEO – TSEBO CATERING SOLUTIONS

Wynand Louw

BSc (Engineering) (Wits), BCompt (Hons.) (CTA, Accounting, Auditing, Tax) (UNISA), CA(SA)

Wynand joined Tsebo in 2005 as Financial and Commercial Director of Drake & Scull. In 2008 he was promoted to Supply Chain Director responsible for the procurement and supply chain management activities across the Catering, Cleaning and Facilities Management divisions. He is a qualified Mechanical Engineer and Chartered Accountant (SA) and hasa diverse background that includes working in the Mining Sector as an Engineer (Gencor), Management Consulting (Deloitte Consulting) and Equity Investment (Standard Corporate and Merchant Bank).

CEO - TSEBO FACILITIES SOLUTIONS

Aubrey Mc Elnea

Management Advancement Programme (MAP), WITS University; Global EDP, GIBS

Aubrey is a seasoned professional in property and facility management. After many years in the industry and working in several positions across the group, he returned to Drake & Scull (now Tsebo Facilities Solutions) in 2013 to lead the mobilisation and operations of the Barclays Contract which was at the time, part of the largest Facilities Management outsourcing process ever undertaken globally. Aubrey was subsequently appointed as Chief Operating Officer of TFS in 2014 and led TFS’ operational expansion for Barclays, SCB and Citibank across Africa Middle East.

CEO – TSEBO CLEANING AND HYGIENE SOLUTIONS

Monwabisi Kalawe

BSc (Electrical Engineering) Natal University; MBA University of Cape Town; Government Certificate of Competency (factories)

Monwabisi has more than 20 years of business experience with leadership positions across various industries in the public and private sector, including: electricity distribution, food manufacture, outsourced services, security, defence and aviation. He has also held non-executive director board positions in IT, agriculture, food, aviation technical maintenance, tourism, property and convention centres.

CEO - TSEBO PROTECTION SOLUTIONS

Stephan Botha

M Comm in Business Management; MA in Industrial Relations; MPhil in Leadership

Stephan has worked in diverse industries and across many African countries. He spent 13 years in various executive roles for the international security company, SBV Services. This included being Director for African Markets, Head of Strategy and Innovation and a 5-year period as MD of SBV’s Nigerian subsidiary. Stephan has also worked as an executive for companies in the logistics, agricultural and textile industries.

CEO - TSEBO INTERNATIONAL

Eddie Ueckermann

MComm in Economics

With a focus on international business development, strategy, finance and operations, Eddie has a wealth of experience in the commercial, business development, regulatory and cultural complexities across the Tsebo African footprint. His experience spans 25 African countries across multiple sectors, including mining, industrials, diplomatic sector and multinationals, and he offers deep insights into many of Tsebo’s major growth markets.

Eddie holds an MComm in Economics from the University of Johannesburg.