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Natasha Du Preez-Strauss

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Operations Manager and owner at The Business Zone, where I manage two branches and maintain regulatory compliance and profitability.

South Africa
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At The Business Zone, I manage an independent micro-lending business, overseeing its performance, finances, compliance, customer service, and team. I manage two branches and a team of six or more staff, maintain successful regulatory audit outcomes, and have implemented operational improvements and digital systems.

I co-founded Fables & Food Café & Restaurant in the United Kingdom and helped grow it from concept to a profitable sale. I managed daily operations, staffing, customer service, and financial performance, and developed events, catering services, and local marketing initiatives.

At Weskus Promotions, I co-founded and expanded a micro-lending business from one branch to five profitable branches. I developed operational systems and training programmes, and managed profitability and customer acquisition strategies.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

TZ
Current

Owner & Operations Manager

The Business Zone

Jan 2008 - Present (18 years 10 months)

Owner and operator of an independent micro-lending business with responsibility for business performance, financial management, compliance, customer service, and team leadership. Managed 2 branches and a team of 6+ staff while maintaining regulatory compliance and profitability.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

AA

Advanced Certificate (Honours award)

Advanced Certificate (Honours award), Management

Completed an Advanced Certificate with Honours award in Management, Financial Management, Integrated Business Strategy, Leadership & Workplace Relations.

HD

Higher Certificate (with Distinction)

Higher Certificate (with Distinction), Management

Completed a Higher Certificate with Distinction in Management.

MC

Matric Certificate

Matric Certificate, General

Completed Matric Certificate with subjects including Afrikaans, English, Maths, Science, Accounting, and Biology.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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