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Stephen Cornelissen

@stephencornelissen

Entrepreneurial business owner skilled in operations, sales and client management. Fast learner, people-focused and ready for a new challenge.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to apply my experience building operations, client relationships, recruitment, programmes and partnerships in a role with meaningful ownership, growth opportunities and practical problem-solving.

Entrepreneurial business owner with experience across operations, business development, sales, client management and team coordination. Fast learner, natural problem-solver and people person looking to bring a hands-on, self-driven approach to an international remote team.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Founder / Business Owner & Tennis Coach

Current

S & R Tennis (Pty) Ltd

Jan 2023 - Present (3 years 8 months)

Built and operate a successful tennis coaching business from the ground up, overseeing approximately R1.2–R1.5 million in annual turnover and managing 120–130 participants across private, group, development, and performance programmes. Manage coaches, school partnerships, marketing, invoicing, and day-to-day operations.

Business Operations Sales Business Development Scheduling School Partnerships Marketing Social Media Invoicing Supplier Management Team Management Event Management Graphic Design Digital Tools

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

AROS University

Bachelor of Education, Education

Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) with a focus on Intermediate Phase and FET Science & Mathematics, including curriculum knowledge, lesson planning, classroom management, assessment, and teaching practicals.