Robert Manson, founder Alimama Spaces (Ethics over monetary gains) | Exploring Careers in Tech #3
In this captivating episode of "Exploring Careers in Tech," ITWeb sits down with Robert Manson, the visionary founder behind Alimama Spaces. Robert leads the charge at Alimama Spaces, a groundbreaking property technology firm revolutionizing the way South Africans experience hospitality with Airbnb-like services. With a wealth of experience garnered from renowned tech giants including Microsoft, Oracle, IBM, and Altron, Robert brings a unique perspective to the conversation. In a thought-provoking discussion, Robert challenges the conventional narrative of career progression, highlighting the societal pressures that often confine individuals to a predetermined path of schooling, employment, and retirement. Drawing from his own journey, he exposes the pitfalls of trading dreams for financial security, advocating instead for the pursuit of ethical fulfillment. Urging a paradigm shift towards entrepreneurship, Robert emphasizes the importance of diversity in leadership, particularly advocating for increased r
JP Du Plessis, Regional Information Security Officer at NTT Ltd | Building Integrity - Exploring Careers in Tech #2
In this episode of Exploring careers in tech ITWeb interviews, JP Du Plessis, Regional Information Security Officer at NTT Ltd talks about his journey to become an information security officer . JP shares his fascinating path, starting from his time in the special forces, where he was brought in to build the groundwork for their computer environment expertise, which in turn laid his foundation for a career in the information security industry. In this insightful episode, JP paints a vivid picture of what it means to be an Information Security Officer, highlighting the crucial role of protecting information for both companies and private individuals while ensuring its integrity remains intact throughout. With nearly three decades of experience in the industry, JP emphasizes the progressive nature of this career. He explains how one can kickstart their journey as a cyber security analyst, focusing on access management, and then gradually advance through acquiring certifications and gaining hands-on experien
Tsholofelo Moeca, CIO Clover Group | Exploring Careers in Tech - "Strategic lunches"- Pilot #1
Welcome to our new career series, "Exploring Careers in Tech"! In our pilot episode, we take you behind the scenes through the journey of Tsholofelo Moeca, the CIO of Clover Group. In this episode he highlights the following key points: * Growing your network. * Getting your foot in through internships or learnerships even if renumerations is not included initialy * Getting connected with the right people who can guide you towards the right career path. * Having strategic lunches with experienced professionals investigating on what they do. He provides insights, challenges, and triumphs that shaped his career path in the technology industry. Gain valuable perspectives and inspiration from seasoned professionals like Tsholofelo who have navigated their way to the top. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion on career growth and success in the tech world. Stay tuned for more and subscribe for more episodes. #ExploringCareersInTech #CareerJourney #TechProfessionals #CareerGrowth #SuccessStories