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Wired4Women by BCX embraces diversity and inclusion
At BCX we are passionate about diversity and inclusion, not only in our own ranks, but throughout the South African business world and the wider community. The Wired4Women project is an initiative spearheaded by our Managing Executive: Marketing at BCX,Mpho Hlefana, providing support and networking opportunities for women in tech. The Fourth Industrial Revolution is in full swing and women in the industry play a critical role in this key sector at every level. The aim of the initiative is to devise concrete ways to strengthen the female pipeline for the industry, while raising awareness of the role of women in Information and Communications Technology (ICT)..
We need to empower and inspire the next generation of women in tech. To make a real impact, we’re women investing in other women.
– Mpho Hlefana
Managing Executive: Marketing at BCX
Why does Wired4Women exist?
In a competitive market where half of the world’s population are women, the importance of female contributors and decision makers cannot be ignored.
Wired4Women was established to put women at the forefront of technology, showcasing female game changers who are making strides in the industry.
The platform encompasses stories, content and webinars, and serves to encourage more women to become mentors and demonstrate female leaders who pave the way for girls in tech.
Meet the board
Caryn Berman
Business Development Director, Brainstorm
Caryn is a versatile, well-experienced marketing and business development professional. With 20 years in the media sector, Caryn has established the Brainstorm brand firmly in the market as the first choice for B2B marketing.
Dr Denisha Jairam-Owthar
Chief Director Information, Communication & Technology, University of Stellenbosch
Denisha has been appointed the new Group Chief Information Officer for the Council for Medical Schemes. With the Health Care Industry being at the cusp of change in SA; technology and science intersect to overcome health challenges that change the world for the better.
Dr Philile Mkhize
COO – Absa
Philile is an IT change-maker who is passionate about the convergence of technology and humanity. She is a standing Doctorate candidate specialising in entrepreneurship. Philile is a head judge for Technovation, a USA based non-profit organisation inspiring young girls in STEM across the globe.
Helen Constantinides
CIO and Executive member for the Group at AVBOB Mutual Assurance Society, Visionary CIO Finalist 2019&2022
Helen has a demonstrated history of working in the financial services industry. She is a strong information technology professional with an MBA and Master’s in Business Leadership degree focused on strategic and business leadership from the University of South Africa.
Helen Nicholson
The Networking Company
Helen has been called the ‘Queen of Networking’ by many of her clients. She began her career as an accountant and has evolved into her current role of CEO (Chief Excitement Officer) of The Networking Company.
Itumeleng Makgati
Group CISO, Standard Bank
Itumeleng provides strategic vision and leadership of the Information Security Shared Services across the Standard Bank Group, supporting information security initiatives. She is passionate about building diverse high-performance teams that thrive in the face of adversity.
Jennifer Ramnath
Managing Director: Technology Strategy and Advisory – Accenture
Jennifer is a technology specialist with over 25 years’ experience. She is a strong advocate within the Accenture Africa Woman in Tech Programme, driving the diversity and inclusion agenda. She is an experienced collaborator, facilitator and keynote speaker mentoring women in technology.
Kelebogile Mosiane
Vice President: Digital & IT - DP World
Kelebogile has a career that spans across leading South African and global organisations. Professionally, Kelebogile exemplifies South Africa’s dynamic new breed of executives – energetic, hard-working, and well networked.
Jolandé Van der Hoek
Head of Talent Acquisition Corporate Functions, Absa Group
Jolandé leads a team of talent acquisition specialists at the Absa Group. Her role includes talent branding, internal mobility, data insights, candidate and hiring manager experience and hiring manager education.
Joni Peddie
Chief Executive Officer, Resilient People
As a behavioural strategist Joni focuses her work on mental and emotional resilience and wellbeing in the workplace. Besides speaking at conferences and writing books, Joni is an avid trail and road runner.
Khathu Sibanda
CIO – University of Joburg
Khathu is a disciplined and results-driven IT executive. Her success lies in her perceptive decision-making skill, strong ethics, natural aptitude to lead multi-cultural teams and her ability to define new strategies that drive growth.
Kume Luvhani
Co-founder and Executive Director – Vaxowave
At just 29, Kume made directorship at Absa becoming one of the youngest executives at the bank. Her passion for business enablement through innovation led to her co-founding Vaxowave, a technology company in 2018.
Mpho Hlefana
Managing Executive: Marketing at BCX
Mpho is responsible for all aspects of BCX’s marketing efforts and has considerable experience in B2B marketing, particularly in the ICT sector. She has strong cultural competence leading multidimensional teams and is a dynamic public speaker and team motivator.
Nollie Maoto
Chief Data and Analytics Officer – Merchant Services, FNB South Africa
Nollie is a multi-award winning CDAO and is also a coveted data and analytics speaker in South Africa and internationally. She is also recognised for her mentorship of women across the African continent through her formal mentorship program.
Nomonde White-Ndlovu
CIO, Bidvest Bank
Nomonde is a great thought leader in technology and fintech in South Africa. She is an accomplished executive with extensive experience within the tech space. She is passionate about women in business and working with young talent within the technology industry.
Nonhlanhla ‘Noni’ Tshabalala
Senior Manager Product and Platforms: Digital Enablement SA, Multichoice
Noni is passionate about digital transformation and driving strategy execution. She has over 10 years’ experience working across various industries, the majority gained in financial services. She joined Absa in 2013 and has risen in the ranks as a result of her commitment to excellence.
Thato Sopeng
Chief Information Officer Energy, Sasol
Thato is a seasoned technology professional with 20 years’ experience. She is passionate about innovation and growing young professionals in tech. Her recent experience includes working with cloud, open banking, involvement with fintech’s and other startups in financial services.
Traci Maynard
Microsoft Executive – Axiz
Traci is a results-driven executive offering a strong combination of business acumen and marketing flair. She is a motivational leader who can optimise individual performance while sustaining a strong team spirit.
Our events
Our events are designed to inspire and motivate young women to enter the field of ICT by showcasing female industry leaders. We have partnered with ITWeb Brainstorm to present BCX Wired4Women.
Listen to insights from prestigious leaders who discuss the role of women in tech and how to elevate their participation in key roles.
Video Gallery
“Brighten up winter: be the chameleon you are and wear colours!” A day filled with inspiration, education, and community as we came together to honour the achievements of women from all walks of life.
In every work environment there are office politics. Does it affect your job performance and career trajectory? Set yourself up for success. Watch the masterclass on office politics led by an inspiring panel of women.
“I often hear people say corporate politics is disruptive. We need to completely reframe the negative connotations. What if its about relationships, influence, networking, the ability to make a difference?” Mandisa Ntloko-Petersen, BCX CMO
What are the five myths around office politics? Niven Postma, Leading Strategy and Management Consultant unpacks these and addresses how to navigate disengagement. Watch our masterclass video.
Do we keep running from toxic environments in our career? Is there something you can do? Watch our masterclass video with our inspiring panel of women who unpack these questions and more around office politics.
Explore our thought leadership articles
INSIGHT
The under of representation
Female representation in the technology sector is dropping; how can the world reverse this trend to gain the immense value that women bring to the digital table asks Mandisa Ntloko-Petersen at BCX.
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INSIGHT
The definition of success
What core traits build a solid foundation for feminine success in business, asks Sharon Maasdorp, Managing Executive: Unified Communications at BCX.
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