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Oaktree People Solutions
Business Consulting and Services
Fourways, Gauteng 429 followers
Helping leaders build businesses for success
About us
NURTURE your dreams GROW your business THRIVE, for your Success People and business specialists that help you play to win Do you want to grow your business? Would you like your strategy to be alive in your organisation? Need talented people, capable structures, and efficient processes for excellence, We help leaders and SMEs solve these problems with a business and people strategy playbook. Solutions fit for your purpose to build your businesses for growth. At Oaktree our more than 80 years of high-impact experience in Leadership transformation and business growth, our own experience as entrepreneurs, and our depth of expertise in working with SMEs in their world makes us the partner of choice for SMEs and leaders seeking success. WE KNOW YOU, WE KNOW YOUR WORLD. We know from experience that starting and growing a business is not easy. We know how alone you can feel. facing constant change and overwhelm, people and resource challenges, workflow challenges, industry challenges and heavy competition, and economic and legislative demands. “When we work alongside you, we do not just deliver a “consultant” approach that consists of set frameworks and models. Instead, we promise you a relatable experience, sharpened diverse expertise, a partnership based on trust, and an approach tailored to the needs of your business. We promise a partnership that inspires change and creates success together.” Our integrated eco-system A community where SMEs are able to grow, embed entrepreneurial and business management skills, forge partnerships and relationships, and have access to experts to solve their problems, with simplicity, creating excellence for impact
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http://www.oaktreepeople.co.za
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- Business Consulting and Services
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Fourways, Gauteng
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- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2017
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57 Sloan Street
Wrigley Field Building, The Campus
Fourways, Gauteng 2191, ZA
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Great post from Oaktree People Solutions Community member. #Growth #strategy #motivationmonday
In an exploratory conversation with a prospective client I asked the question around their strategy, was it in place and was it working. The reply at first had my eyes wide before rolling "it's a touch wood strategy". I had never heard that before and thought surely not. But on reflection I thought, as an entrepreneur myself, actually that's not so ridiculous and actually how many businesses out there follow just that approach. Many businesses are founded on a passion, a skill, a need and adopting this approach allows for a certain amount of flexibility and the ability to react to immediate client or customer needs or demands. The long term, however, can be tricky - without a clear direction, businesses that operate in this way may find themselves more vulnerable to market shifts, competitive pressures or the ability to adapt to changing customer needs or preferences. So for example a company relying on the "luck" principle may miss out on opportunities of innovation or be unable to adapt to new trends or technologies to name a few. So whilst the "touch wood" approach may work in the short or even the longer term I am not convinced it is a sustainable approach for long term "survival" or growth, no matter whether that's big or small. A well thought out and articulated strategy can help businesses better navigate uncertainties and provide more security in what is an every-changing market. I would be interested to hear your thoughts. Do you agree? Does your business adopt the "touch wood" approach and has it worked for you? #brandstrategy #promisekept The Creative Distillery Nicci Stewart
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HoyoHoyo Hotels and Resorts #Heritage Month Culture Fest Celebrating Legacy and Community with Mumsy M Khoza We are thrilled to highlight one of our own, Mumsy M Khoza, CEO/MD of HoyoHoyo Hotels and Resorts, who recently graced the Ignite SME Summit as a panelist and guest. Her commitment to legacy building is nothing short of inspiring, and we are excited to showcase one of her upcoming events! As Mama Khoza share with Oaktree People Solutions, "I am building HoyoHoyo because it is about legacy – a legacy that I wish to leave behind." At a stage in life when many would be content to relax, Mama Khoza continues to lead with purpose. Despite the challenges facing the hospitality industry, she remains determined to learn, evolve, and uplift those around her—creating opportunities and contributing to the future of South Africa. For her, Heritage Day is about more than just celebration. It’s about fostering learning, growth, and togetherness, creating a space where good food, laughter, and connection thrive—a space where her legacy, and ours, can flourish. If you want to join in this special Heritage Day celebration and be part of building this incredible legacy, we invite you to register and be part of the day! Let’s support and celebrate together. Oaktree People Solutions VANNIE PILLAY Dr Jerry Gule, (Ed.D, F. Inst D) Reuel Khoza Rani Bisal Rosheen Ngorima Lincoln Mali Talifhani Banks
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Community Member Spotlight: Gabby Cowling - Growing with Coaching Meet Gabby Cowling, the creative mind behind The Creative Distillery and a valued member of the Ignite SME Hub community, powered by Oaktree People Solutions! Gabby is currently part of our GrowMe Coaching Program, using coaching to elevate herself and her business. Coaching is crucial for entrepreneurs, offering the support and guidance needed to overcome challenges and drive growth. Through the GrowMe program, Gabby is building resilience for success and scaling her business. We’re proud to support her journey and the power of coaching in transforming businesses! Watch this video to gain some insights into her journey. Contact us to learn more: https://lnkd.in/dG__zP4i #OaktreePeople #IgniteSMEHub #Coaching #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth
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A vote of thanks from our CEO and Founder for the Ignite SME Summit 2024 event. #ignitesmesummit2024 #sparksmesuccess
Director, Board Member, | PEOPLE AND BUSINESS STRATEGIST | ORGANISATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS,COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST | COACH
" You can never do it alone. It takes a community of people to create impact and achieve greatness" People with a common purpose, people with a vision of a future of hopefullness as we invest and help grow the SME sector. I am humbled and privileged to have great people and organisations supporting and helping me and Oaktreepeople realise it's purpose at the Ignite SME Summit. It was heartwarming, inspiring, educational and a truly emotional day at the Ignite SME Summit yesterday. A day of engagement, learning, robust conversations, solution generation, networking, winning amazing prizes and most importantly a start of a community to belong to. There was laughter fun and dancing. The passion and energy of the SMEs kept my heart pumping and my head spinning about what next. what next we don't have time to waste. We need to create impact we need to create growth, not just for tge community of entrepreneurs but for our economic resilience fot our country, for the future of our leaders. I went home feeling emitional and ignited to move forward. I thank you with warmth and gratitude. Thank you Dr Reual Khoza and Mama Khoza Lincoln Mali and Lesaka Mamela and Take Note IT Cleola and JSE Sibongile and ABSA Rani and Multichoice DSTV media sales Rosalind, Nobesuthu and her team from Old Mutual SMEGO Matilda from EMA Nkosikhona Mbatha the CEO Sefa who despite his hectic schedule graced as with his presence. honoured Speakers, facilitators, judges, xy studio, my Oaktree team, IPM. most importantly to you our community of SMEs that gave up your day to be inspired, educated and be with us at the Ignite SME Summit 2024. #lincolnmali#rosalie#nkosikhonambatha#sibongilemacholi#ranibisal#oaktreepeople#cleolakunene#mamelaluthuli#ignitesmesummit
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Thank You to All Sponsors, Speakers, and Guests at the Ignite SME Summit 2024! What an incredible day it was! The Ignite SME Summit 2024 was a whirlwind of inspiration, learning, and networking, all thanks to our amazing sponsors, dynamic speakers, and engaged guests. From insightful keynotes to lively panel discussions, the energy in the room was electric, and the value delivered was truly unmatched. Your support and participation made this event a resounding success, and we couldn’t have done it without you. We’re excited to keep the conversation going and to share the full gallery of moments captured throughout the day. Stay tuned—next week, we’ll be sharing the photos and highlights, so you can relive the experience and continue to draw inspiration from this unforgettable event. Thank you once again for making the Ignite SME Summit 2024 a day to remember! #IgniteSMESummit2024 #SparkSMESuccess To our sponsors & strategic partners: Absa Group, SMEgo from Old Mutual, MultiChoice Group, JSE, Take Note IT, Wholesale and Retail SETA, EMA Community and Development, Female Founders Initiative Global To our MC, speakers, panelists and guests: Nicolette Mashile, Reuel Khoza, Lisa Kahanovitz - Attorney, MBA 🌱, Kgabo Mashalane, Sir Jephrey Nene, Talifhani Banks, Sabelo Myeni, Dr Jerry Gule, (Ed.D, F. Inst D), Charles B Cele CA(SA), Koketso Ramatlho (MBA), Realeboga Msikili, Sibongile Macholi, Lincoln Mali, Kealeboga Pule, Mamela Luthuli(MBA), Ina Venter, Rosheen Ngorima, Mumsy Khoza, Rani Bisal, Elona Ndlovu (PhD. Cand), Linda Appie, Nkosikhona Mbatha This event was proudly brought to you by: VANNIE PILLAY from Oaktree People Solutions and Luyolo Geza from Institute of People Management (IPM) To our event management team and venue: Studio XY Kasamba Mukumba Emperors Palace Hotel Casino Convention and Entertainment Resort
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Thank You to All Sponsors, Speakers, and Guests at the Ignite SME Summit 2024! What an incredible day it was! The Ignite SME Summit 2024 was a whirlwind of inspiration, learning, and networking, all thanks to our amazing sponsors, dynamic speakers, and engaged guests. From insightful keynotes to lively panel discussions, the energy in the room was electric, and the value delivered was truly unmatched. Your support and participation made this event a resounding success, and we couldn’t have done it without you. We’re excited to keep the conversation going and to share the full gallery of moments captured throughout the day. Stay tuned—next week, we’ll be sharing the photos and highlights, so you can relive the experience and continue to draw inspiration from this unforgettable event. Thank you once again for making the Ignite SME Summit 2024 a day to remember! #IgniteSMESummit2024 #SparkSMESuccess To our sponsors & strategic partners: Absa Group, SMEgo from Old Mutual, MultiChoice Group, JSE, Take Note IT, Wholesale and Retail SETA, EMA Community and Development, Female Founders Initiative Global To our MC, speakers, panelists and guests: Nicolette Mashile, Reuel Khoza, Lisa Kahanovitz - Attorney, MBA 🌱, Kgabo Mashalane, Sir Jephrey Nene, Talifhani Banks, Sabelo Myeni, Dr Jerry Gule, (Ed.D, F. Inst D), Charles B Cele CA(SA), Koketso Ramatlho (MBA), Realeboga Msikili, Sibongile Macholi, Lincoln Mali, Kealeboga Pule, Mamela Luthuli(MBA), Ina Venter, Rosheen Ngorima, Mumsy Khoza, Rani Bisal, Elona Ndlovu (PhD. Cand), Linda Appie, Nkosikhona Mbatha This event was proudly brought to you by: VANNIE PILLAY from Oaktree People Solutions and Luyolo Geza from Institute of People Management (IPM) To our event management team and venue: Studio XY Kasamba Mukumba Emperors Palace Hotel Casino Convention and Entertainment Resort
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Countdown: 3 days to go! Another sneak peek into the value you will benefit from this panel of world-class leaders and industry experts at the Ignite SME Summit 2024 on 29 August. We are privileged to present this panel to you! If you haven't got your ticket yet, there is still time. DM us for more info. #IgniteSMESummit2024 #SparkSMESuccess #EventAgenda #SME
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Ignite SME Summit 2024 countdown: 4 days to go! Check out this video message from Nobesuthu Ndlovu to learn more about the exciting R5000 incentive for buying a ticket to the summit and downloading the Old Mutual South Africa SMEgo app! Don't miss out—DM us for more details.
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Celebrating Women’s Month: Embracing the Many Faces of Women As we honour Women’s Month, let's celebrate the incredible women who juggle life, motherhood, and careers with grace and resilience. Their strength, determination, and dedication are truly inspiring. One book that captures the essence of this journey is Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead by Sheryl Sandberg, former COO of Facebook. In her empowering work, Sandberg explores the challenges women face in the workplace and the will to lead. Her insights offer a roadmap for navigating professional landscapes and encourage women to embrace their ambitions with confidence. This month, let’s recognise and support the multifaceted roles women play, both personally and professionally. Here’s to the women who lean in, take charge, and pave the way for future generations. #WomensMonth #LeanIn #WomenEmpowerment #SherylSandberg #CelebrateWomen #Leadership
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