Jacob is a seasoned Business Development Manager with more than 15 years of experience in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) industry. Widely recognized for his strategic insight and expertise, Jacob excels at propelling business growth through his ability to identify new opportunities, establishment of valuable partnerships, and expansion of market presence.
Complementing his extensive background, Jacob has spent over three years as a Channel Partner Manager in Africa, where he has effectively driven strategic partnerships and nurtured growth in a diverse and evolving market. With a focus on channel development and account management, Jacob has successfully cultivated relationships with key stakeholders, optimized channel performance, and executed impactful sales strategies.
2022 - Now: Channel Account ManagerChannel Account Manager Jun 2022 - Present ยท 2 yrs 4 mosJun 2022 to Present ยท 2 yrs 4 mos Gauteng, South AfricaGauteng, South Africa RESPONSIBILITIES โข Distribution Channel Management in Africa โข New Business Development โข Sales Management โข Marketing Development Funds Management. โข Logistic and Orders Management โข Assisting with customers issues through AnyDesk support teamRESPONSIBILITIES โข Distribution Channel Management in Africa โข New Business Development โข Sales Management โข Marketing Development Funds Management. โข Logistic and Orders Management โข Assisting with customers issues through AnyDesk support team Distribution Channel Management, Channel Account Management and +5 skills Business Development Manager @ Smartdigital Solutions
2021 - Now: Business Development Manager @ Smartdigital Solutions
2018 - Now: Managing Director @ Nhlalala Corporate
2018 - 2021: Business Development/Operational Manager @ Group 74 Consulting Services
2017 - 2018: Project Manager @ ALCM Solutions
2006 - 2017: Support Specialist @ CSIR
2005 - 2006: Team Leader @ MOT Professional Consultancy Services
2023 - Now: Business Development: Lead Generation
2022 - Now: Entrepreneurs Workshops
2021 - 2021: Facilitator: Maintenance Planning & Scheduling
2021 - 2021: Facilitator: Communication Strategies
2018 - Now: Business Development: Lead Generation
2011 - Now: M -Tech Information Networks @ Tshwane University of Technology
2007 - 2008: : B -Tech Information Technology @ Tshwane University of Technology
1999 - 2001: ND Information Technology @ Tshwane University of Technology