Entrepreneur seminar seeks to empower Sandton business owners, thanks to Zoe Legacy Foundation
Industry experts and business leaders shared real-world lessons on entrepreneurship, resilience, and leadership at a well-attended seminar in Wendywood.
Entrepreneurs, aspiring business owners, and professionals gathered in Wendywood for a seminar hosted by the Zoe Legacy Foundation, aimed at equipping attendees with practical skills, business insights, and valuable networking opportunities.
More than 120 people attended the event, which featured business leaders and industry experts sharing lessons on entrepreneurship, funding, branding, social media, resilience, and purpose-driven leadership.
Businesswoman Ruth Mthabine encouraged entrepreneurs to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth, while Dipuo Phakathi shared strategies for securing funding after successfully raising more than $194 000 through blended finance. Sean Shipalana provided advice on turning a side hustle into a structured business, and entrepreneur Justin Nadesan shared his journey of overcoming adversity to build one of Johannesburg’s largest bakery manufacturing operations, supplying major retailers across Gauteng and distributing about 50 000 cakes every month.
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The programme also included a panel discussion featuring Pearl Holdstock, Kelly Thela, and Kajal Maharaj, who offered practical guidance on personal branding, social media, and business growth.
An elevator pitch challenge allowed entrepreneurs to showcase their businesses and compete for visibility prizes. Host pastor Justin Naidoo said the event aligned with the foundation’s mission of empowering people. “Entrepreneurs need more than motivation; they need practical guidance, meaningful relationships, and opportunities to grow. We wanted to create a space where people could learn from those who have walked the journey and connect with others who understand the realities of entrepreneurship.”
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Attendees praised the seminar’s practical focus. “Entrepreneurship can be lonely, and it’s so good to be in the company of like-minded people. It was inspirational, motivational, and real,” said Shipalana.
Maharaj added: “The entire event left everyone feeling liberated to connect, to collaborate, to inspire, and to continue with their businesses with faith and purpose.”
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