Lindiwe Somo
@lindiwesomo1
I coordinate executive, operational and programme activities for entrepreneurs, partners and communities.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I lead Ntombi and Rano Trading, coordinating planning, administration, partnerships, product development, marketing and customer communication. I built a Takealot marketplace presence and a direct-to-customer WhatsApp Business sales channel.
As Director of Medupi Ya Boraro NPC and Convener for Agroprocessing & Manufacturing in Capricorn District, I coordinate entrepreneurship, mentoring, training, stakeholder engagement and enterprise-development initiatives. I represent programmes in meetings, facilitate training and presentations, and connect entrepreneurs with market-access and business-development opportunities.
I've also provided project administration at Bicacon, administrative support at Medx Staffing Solutions, and operational support at Kgotsofalang Enterprise. I'm comfortable working independently across remote tools, multiple priorities and diverse stakeholder groups.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Founder & CEO
Ntombi and Rano Trading
Lead day-to-day business activities including planning, administration, partnerships, product development, customer communication and commercial decisions. Coordinate multiple priorities from product development and marketing to marketplace activities and direct-to-customer sales.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
MBA Candidate – Business in Innovation
Master of Business Administration, Business Innovation
Currently pursuing an MBA with a focus on Business in Innovation, enhancing strategic and innovative business capabilities.
London Academy of Professional Training
Advanced Diploma, Agribusiness
Completed an Advanced Diploma in Agribusiness, focusing on advanced agricultural business management and related practices.
Alison Online Learning
Diploma, Media Studies
Earned a Diploma in Media Studies, covering media theory, communication, and digital media applications.
GIBS Enterprise Development Academy
Certificate, Business Strategy
Earned a Certificate in Planning and Strategising, focusing on strategic planning and business strategy development.
GIBS Enterprise Development Academy
Certificate, Business Networking
Earned a Certificate in Building Relationships and Networking, focusing on professional networking and relationship management.
NOSA
Certificate, Occupational Health and Safety
Completed Introduction to SAMTRAC, focusing on occupational health and safety management.
IFAL / Digital School of Food and Agriculture
Certificate, Agricultural Business
Earned a Certificate in Agricultural Business Models, covering agricultural business frameworks and models.
Honoris Online Academy
Certificate, Soft Skills
Completed a 21st Century Soft Skills Certificate, focusing on essential soft skills for modern workplaces.
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Certificate, Supply Chain Management
Completed a Certificate in Supply Chain Management, focusing on logistics, procurement, and supply chain operations.
GIBS Enterprise Development Academy
Certificate, Digital Marketing
Completed a Certificate in Access to Market Using Digital Marketing, Presentation and Pitching, covering digital marketing and presentation skills.
GIBS
Certificate, Human Resources Management
Completed Human Resources Management in South Africa, Part 1 & Part 2 under ADA, covering HR principles and practices.
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