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Seth Keshwar-Hill

@sethkeshwarhill

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Results-driven investment professional with 10+ years in private equity and corporate finance.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

Seeking strategic roles in impact investing, focusing on ESG principles and emerging markets to drive sustainable economic growth and social impact.

As a seasoned investment professional with over a decade of experience, I specialize in private equity, corporate finance, and transaction advisory across diverse sectors. My expertise includes structuring high-value transactions, optimizing financial performance, and implementing robust governance frameworks. I have spearheaded investments exceeding ZAR 1 billion and facilitated business expansions across Africa, driving significant revenue growth.

My career highlights include leading investments in manufacturing, infrastructure, and renewable energy, with a strong focus on ESG impacts. I have successfully closed numerous transactions, including acquisitions in water treatment and manufacturing, each valued at ZAR 100 million. My strategic advisory services have enabled businesses to expand into new African markets, achieving remarkable revenue growth from ZAR 200 million to ZAR 1 billion over six years.

I am passionate about leveraging my expertise to drive sustainable economic growth and social impact. My professional ethos centers on integrity, innovation, and collaboration, ensuring that each investment and advisory engagement contributes meaningfully to stakeholders and communities alike.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Business Development Consultant

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B2B E-commerce Ecosystem

Sep 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)

Providing strategy, venture capital, and investor relations consulting to enhance product accessibility, supply chain clarity, and financial inclusion for African SME traders.

Strategy Development Venture Capital Investor Relations Financial Inclusion

Chief Investment Officer

Umzumkhulu Holdings

Jan 2022 - Mar 2023 (1 year 2 months)

Managed portfolio, financial modeling, budgeting, due diligence, and strategic investment oversight while ensuring BBBEE compliance and ESG impact.

Portfolio Management Financial Modeling Budgeting Due Diligence ESG

Senior Investment Manager

Afcorp Investments

Jan 2019 - Jan 2022 (3 years)

Provided corporate advisory, capital raising, deal structuring, and financial modeling to SMEs across various sectors.

Corporate Advisory Capital Raising Deal Structuring Financial Modeling Due Diligence

Investment Manager

KfW DEG

Jul 2014 - Jan 2019 (4 years 6 months)

Responsible for deal origination, financial analysis, portfolio management, and risk management across private equity and mezzanine investments.

Financial Analysis Portfolio Management Risk Management

Associate

Afcorp Investments

Jan 2012 - May 2014 (2 years 4 months)

Provided investment banking services including financial modeling, market research, and due diligence for various sectors.

Investment Banking Financial Modeling Market Research Due Diligence

Investment Analyst

Africa Venture Partners

Jun 2007 - Dec 2011 (4 years 6 months)

Provided corporate advisory, capital raising, and deal structuring services to SMEs in manufacturing, construction, and power sectors.

Corporate Advisory Capital Raising Deal Structuring Financial Analysis Project Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Moody's Analytics

Moody's Analytics Course, Finance

2016 - 2016

Completed a course focused on analytics, enhancing skills in financial modeling and risk assessment.

Gordon Institute of Business Science

Private Equity Course, Private Equity

2014 - 2014

Participated in a private equity course, gaining insights into investment strategies and portfolio management.

Duff and Phelps University

Valuations Course, Finance

2009 - 2009

Completed a course focused on valuations, enhancing skills in financial analysis and valuation methodologies.

University of KwaZulu-Natal

Bachelor of Business Science (Honors), Business Science

2007 - 2008

Covered advanced disciplines in Corporate Strategy, International Trade, Sustainable Resource Usage, and Econometrics.

University of KwaZulu-Natal

Bachelor of Business Science, Business Science

2004 - 2006

Grade: Invited to Golden Key Society (2005)

Activities and societies: Academic full colors, chess full colors, cricket full colors.

Studied various disciplines including Capital Market Theory, Financial Risk Management, Corporate Financial Management, and Development Economics, among others.