Sudhir du Plooy-Naran
@sudhirduplooy-naran
I build AI-enabled workflows, business intelligence, and enterprise data platforms that improve operational outcomes.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I've delivered enterprise data and business-intelligence solutions at Genasys Technologies, including Power BI dashboards for more than 50 executive stakeholders and an Oracle data warehouse processing 10M+ records daily with 99.9% uptime.
At TMG Makerspace, I oversaw operations and strategic initiatives for a digital innovation hub serving 100+ active members and high-value partners. I redesigned manufacturing workflows and automated 3D-printing and CNC management, cutting turnaround time by 30%, while managing an annual operating budget above R500,000.
I've also supported a resident start-up through Microsoft for Startups, helped establish a Red Bull Basement robotics and unplugged-coding programme reaching 150+ students, and built partnership pipelines across African markets at Zambezi Strategy Group.
I bring 15+ years of experience connecting commercial priorities, stakeholder relationships, AI-enabled workflows, business intelligence, and practical technology delivery.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Strategic Partnership Lead
Zambezi Strategy Group
Aug 2026 - Present (1 month)
Develops and nurtures relationships with governments, institutions, investors, and organisations aligned with ZSG's advisory focus across African markets. Maintains a focused partnership pipeline and supports executive introductions.
Operations Manager | AI Strategy Lead
TMG Makerspace
Jan 2022 - Jan 2026 (4 years)
Led operational and strategic functions for a digital innovation hub serving 100+ active members and high-value partners. Redesigned manufacturing workflows and introduced automated 3D-printing and CNC management systems, reducing production turnaround times by 30%.
Solutions Developer
Genasys Technologies (Pty) Ltd
May 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 7 months)
Delivered business intelligence and data solutions for enterprise insurance and financial-services clients. Re-engineered VB.NET and VBA processes, eliminating recurring accounting-system downtime and saving 40+ hours of manual work each month.
Solutions Consultant
PEARS Trust
Sep 2017 - Dec 2019 (2 years 3 months)
Designed scalable data-warehouse architectures and supported self-service analytics across client organisations. Developed Power BI dashboards that reduced internal IT reporting requests by 60%.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Microsoft
MCSE: Data Management and Analytics, Data Management and Analytics
2018 - 2018
Completed Microsoft certification training in data management and analytics.
Microsoft
MCSE: Data Management and Analytics, Data Management and Analytics
2018 - 2018
Completed Microsoft certification training in data management and analytics.
Microsoft
MCSE: Data Management and Analytics, Data Management and Analytics
2017 - 2017
Completed Microsoft certification training in data management and analytics.
University of Cambridge
Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA), Education
2010 - 2010
Earned a Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA).
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
Website
saml.co.zaPortfolio
github.com/sudzJob categories
Skills
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