Our Team
We Love what we do!
We work with incredible people from a diverse set of organisations all over Africa and an amazing team of talented psychologists, facilitators, researchers and business experts.
Heaven!
“Their people orientated approach is felt in all that they do. Their work is empowering.“
“This is a group of consultants that truly cares. Their work is beyond the bottom line, it delivers social value, empowers people to live their best lives and live wholeheartedly.”
Our Team
TAEGAN DEVAR
Managing Director
Career ProfileIndustrial Psychologist
Areas of ExpertiseIndustrial Psychology;
Wellness and Safety;
Stakeholder Relations Management;
Organisational Development
Described by the Team asA breath of fresh air, incredibly creative, calm, warm, humble, artistic, passionate, authentic, insightful and ethical. Taegan exudes energy, creativity and passion in every task she undertakes. She is gifted in her ability to relate to people from all walks of life
SANELE DLAMINI
Finance Director
Career ProfilePeopleSmart Accountant
Areas of ExpertiseFinancial Planning and Control;
Taxation;
Strategy
Described by the team asEfficient and disciplined, calm, kind-hearted, thoughtful, a rational/logical thinker. Sanele is known for his wicked sense of humour and his heart for people.
AKHONA NCGOBO
Consultant
Career ProfilePeopleSmart Consultant;
Founder of the KZN Youth Academy, Education and Training Practitioner
Areas of ExpertiseFacilitation;
Stakeholder Relations Management;
Leadership and Community
Development; CSI Implementation; Coach.
Described by the Team asFun-loving and energetic, dynamic, zestful, spirited and driven. Akhona is committed to the development of people and communities, particularly youth.
ANNA MEYER-WEITZ
Industrial Psychologist
Career ProfilePeopleSmart Consultant;
Industrial Psychologist;
Professor of Health Promotion and Psychology at UKZN
Areas of ExpertiseHealth Promotion;
Industrial Psychology;
Research;
Wellness & Safety;
Community Development
Described by the Team asKind, caring, humble, incredibly gentle in her approach, a true role-model, wise and inspiring. Anna is one of the kindest people you will ever meet and this comes across in all her work
PETER BECK
Consultant
Career ProfilePeopleSmart Consultant (19 years);
Line banking experience locally & abroad (12 years);
Experience on People, Performance, Leadership, Organisational Development and Change Management (28 years);
Taught on Management Development program at Stellenbosch University Business School (5 years)
Areas of ExpertiseLearning facilitation;
Coaching and Mentoring;
Leadership Development;
Change Management and related subject matter.
Described by the Team asVery experienced, Knowledgeable and passionate about people development, Passion for coaching & mentoring, Perfectionist, Intuitive & Fun loving
THURAIYAA PATEL
Intern Industrial Psychologist
Career ProfileIntern Industrial Psychologist
Areas of ExpertiseIndustrial Psychology;
Wellness and Safety;
Organisational Development
Described by the Team asCreative, Diligent Committed and a Critical Thinker. Thuraiyaa is reliable, organised and has a deep love for learning and engaging with people.
NOMSA MALINGA
Consultant
Career ProfilePeopleSmart Consultant;
Training Facilitator (17 years);
Training mentor and coach
Areas of ExpertiseLeadership development;
Business Communication Skills;
Financial Literacy;
Change Management;
EDC (Early Childhood Development);
Training in Business Entrepreneurship,
Sales,
Emotional Intelligence and Time Management
Described by the Team asExuberant, passionate and caring. Nomsa has a unique way of bringing the best out in others. She is organised and committed in everything she does
KHAYA ZUNGU
Consultant
Career ProfilePeopleSmart Consultant;
Education and Training Practitioner
Areas of ExpertiseEntrepreneurship,
Community Development;
Facilitation;
Project Management;
Coach
Described by the Team asTeam-player, true to self and others, passionate, delivers on promises made (committed)
ALEXA STAFFORD
Consultant
Career ProfilePeopleSmart Consultant;
Integral Coach
Areas of ExpertiseWellness and Health Promotion;
Facilitation;
Communications;
Project Management;
Coach
Described by the Team asHighly diligent, organised, effective, passionate, focused, driven, caring and genuine. Alexa is a go-getter and ensures that everything is delivered to the highest standard
RENSKE FITZJOHN
Consultant
Career ProfilePeopleSmart Consultant;
Training Facilitator and Coach (10 years)
Areas of ExpertisePersonal and Team Effectiveness;
Leadership Development;
Strategy Development, and Career Coaching and Guidance
Described by the Team asCreative, goal-focused, organised, driven and caring. Renske brings a wealth of experience to the team and loves staying up to date with the latest research and integrating that into learning content.
PRASHA HARGOVAN
Consultant
Career ProfileConsultant;
Coach;
OD Specialist
Logistics;
Administration
Areas of Expertise20 years in OD and L&D;
Expertise in EQ & Diversity Management;
Organisational Transformation; Leadership Development; Coaching;
Project Management
Described by the Team asHighly organised, sound work ethic, high attention to detail; warm & engaging; design specialist & facilitator extra-ordinaire. Prasha is passionate about developing people and effecting positive change
ANIL BHAGWANJEE
Founder of PeopleSmart Consulting
(In Memorium)