Ep 66: Building on Enablement: Huge Group's Digital Journey – James Herbst

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This week, Michael Avery was joined by CEO of Huge Group, James Herbst. They delved into the strategic evolution of Huge Group, a South African investment firm that started as a traditional telecom player and is now positioning itself as a digital investment powerhouse. James unpacked the company's journey, including the acquisition of Virgin Mobile and the launch of NXTGN, revealing their unique approach to building a digital ecosystem in a challenging market.

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