Work Experience
2017 - Present: Operations Director at D'Le Jes Pty (Ltd)
2017 - Present (Part-time): Employment at Constantia Farm
2015: Graduated from Leeuwenhof Academy with outstanding academic achievements. Served as a prominent member of the school's student council and played Rugby. Opted for diverse subjects, including Information Technology, Physical Science, Engineering, Graphic Design, and Mathematics, fostering adaptability and critical thinking.
2016: Started Mechanical Engineering at North West University but realized a passion for programming and information technology. Transitioned to IT-centric studies, delaying professional progression by a year.
2017: Relocated to Gauteng, engaged in self-paced learning through platforms like Udemy. Worked in agriculture at Constantia Farm, gaining insights and nurturing entrepreneurial spirit. Enrolled in BSc Information Technology program at Pearson Institute of Higher Education.
2018: Started afresh as a first-year student at Pearson Institute. Discovered appreciation for the relationship between IT and business disciplines. Excelled academically, securing distinctions across all subjects.
2019: Spearheaded development of an open-source ERP system for the agricultural sector. Became Operations Director at D'Le Jes Pty (Ltd), driving operational excellence.
2020: Faced challenges of remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Overcame rural connectivity issues, ensuring uninterrupted access to education.
2021: Overcame challenges of remote learning, achieving distinctions in subjects. Continued full-time commitment to Constantia Farm and led operational restructuring at D'Le Jes Pty (Ltd), doubling revenue.
2022: Pursued additional courses to expand knowledge base. Enrolled in an honors program in Data Science, focusing on GPS tracking of livestock. Successfully completed undergraduate studies with distinction and accepted into honors program.
2023: Faced setbacks in the livestock tracking project, necessitating revisiting the honors program in 2024. Stepped back from Constantia Farm and returned to Gauteng for new opportunities.
2024: Leading D' Le Jes Pty (Ltd) towards success while working part-time at Constantia Farm. Pursuing an honors degree in Data Science at Eduvos, balancing academic and professional commitments.