BERNADINE LOUIS
@bernadinelouis
I build efficient operations, workforce strategies, and business growth for fast-paced organisations.
What I'm looking for
I've built and grown Blockchain Company Ltd in Cape Town, streamlining daily operations, strengthening workforce management, and providing financial oversight to support business growth. I also collaborate with external institutions to advance business development and reinforce strategy.
Across operations, administration, facilities, travel, and customer-facing roles, I've led recruitment, managed budgets and reporting, negotiated contracts, coordinated projects, and improved processes. I bring practical experience aligning teams around a clear vision while keeping execution, compliance, and customer service on track.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Chief Operations Officer
Blockchain Company Ltd
Jan 2018 - Present (8 years 7 months)
Pioneered the establishment and growth of a start-up in the blockchain sector. Streamlined daily operations, optimized workforce management, and executed strategic initiatives.
Receptionist/Switchboard
Renew IT Group
Jan 2017 - Oct 2017 (9 months)
Managed switchboard operations and directed incoming calls. Uploaded images of damaged vehicles onto company systems and coordinated ordering of stationery and uniform accessories.
Administrator
MTN SA
Nov 2015 - Feb 2016 (3 months)
Escalated value-added service issues on behalf of customers and reviewed systems reports. Managed stock allocation, client liaison, and processed banking paperwork.
Data Capturer/Quality Controller
Tidy Files SA (Pty) LTD
Jul 2015 - Oct 2015 (3 months)
Conducted quality checks on captured filing to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Administrative Assistant
Dees Ceilings & Partitions
Jan 2012 - Nov 2013 (1 year 10 months)
Executed general office duties including filing, handling calls, liaising with clients, drafting contracts, and creating spreadsheets for accounts and invoicing.
PA/Receptionist/Events
Idwala Project
Aug 2010 - Dec 2011 (1 year 4 months)
Operated switchboard, managed filing, received clients, and oversaw diary of managing member. Arranged travel and accommodation bookings and secured venues for events.
Au Pair
Mr & Mrs Gill
Oct 2009 - Mar 2010 (5 months)
Provided childcare, attending to a young girl's needs including bathing, feeding, and entertaining. Established a consistent schedule for naps and assisted parents as required.
Personal Assistant (temp)
Causeway Design
Jun 2008 - Aug 2008 (2 months)
Handled general office duties including typing, filing, screening calls, and maintaining spreadsheets. Managed confidential documents and client interactions regarding payments.
Receptionist (temp)
TFMC
Jun 2007 - Apr 2008 (10 months)
Managed a high-volume switchboard (Siemens), greeted clients, maintained filing systems, and assisted in preparation for meetings and conferences.
Operations Administrator
Telepassport
Jan 2007 - Apr 2007 (3 months)
Overseen handling of incoming stock and issuance for installation at client sites. Liaised with Network Service Providers for SIM activations and managed client account statuses.
Inbound Sales Support Consultant
Thompsons Africa
Sep 2006 - Jan 2007 (4 months)
Coordinated travel arrangements for inbound international travel agents and tour operators. Negotiated rates with hotels, lodges, car hire services, and airlines.
Personal Assistant
Global Realty Elite
Aug 2005 - Jan 2006 (5 months)
Developed spreadsheets, typed correspondence, managed departmental head's diary, and researched information. Participated in meetings and identified potential property sales leads.
Facilities Coordinator
Creland Properties (Henderson Group)
Apr 2003 - Nov 2004 (1 year 7 months)
Oversaw helpdesk for facilities department, logging calls and collaborating with contractors. Prepared annual budgets and liaised with local councils for compliance.
VP Business Development/Travel Consultant
GoCape.com/Londonersweb.com
Feb 2002 - Nov 2002 (9 months)
Oversaw business development in travel sections of two IT companies. Arranged client travel from online inquiries and conducted market research to populate databases.
Travel Consultant
Cardboard Box Travel Shop
Jan 2001 - Dec 2001 (11 months)
Assisted clients with travel and accommodation bookings, tailored tours including transport, drivers, accommodation, and meals. Engaged in networking and participated in exhibitions.
Receptionist/Switchboard Operator
Midgard Guest Farm
Jan 1999 - Dec 1999 (11 months)
Executed basic receptionist duties including FOREX transactions, managing accommodation reservations and function bookings, and supporting supervision of functions.
Receptionist/Switchboard Operator
Windhoek Country Club & Resort
Jan 1997 - Dec 1999 (2 years 11 months)
Managed a complex switchboard with over 300 lines before transitioning to front office operations. Performed guest check-ins and check-outs for large groups and handled reservations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Centaurus High School
Matriculation Certificate, General Education
1994 - 1994
Completed Matriculation Certificate, covering grades 8 through 12.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Job categories
Skills
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