Why She Leads
Episodes
Episode 12 - Debora Bekker
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From farm kid to financial strategist, Debora Bekker reflects on a life shaped by independence, integrity and quiet leadership. She opens up about bal...
Episode 11 - Marilyn Maki
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From aspiring actress to finance powerhouse, Marilyn Maki reflects on the mentors who shaped her, the courage to own her greatness early and the quiet...
Episode 10 - Bulelwa Tetyana-Madonsela
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Blending accounting with artistry, strategy with soul, Bulelwa Tetyana-Madonsela reveals how staying true to herself transformed her leadership path. ...
Episode 9 - Sharon Brighton
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How does a lawyer stay human in high-stakes dealmaking? Sharon Brighton reflects on 15 years at Standard Bank, the importance of failure, and how to r...
Episode 8 - Joyce Dimkpa
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A trailblazer in Nigeria’s financial sector, Joyce Dimkpa shares how curiosity, courage and continuous learning shaped her path from medical science...
Episode 7 - Marlene Pillay
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A lifelong learner, Marlene Pillay’s unique blend of grit, ambition, and empathetic leadership have shaped her career as a powerhouse in global comm...
Episode 6 - Kate Weldon
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A respected leader in energy and infrastructure, Kate Weldon shares how she built a global career while staying rooted in Africa. What does it take to...
Episode 5 - Asya Ntshobodwana
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A dynamic leader respected for her integrity and grit, Asya Ntshobodwana shares her rise from township to executive leadership. How is she redefining ...
Episode 4 - Thandiwe Legwaila
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From humble beginnings in the villages of Eastern Cape to becoming a force for change, Thandiwe Legwaila’s journey is marked by resilience, purpose,...
Episode 3 - Ashleigh Pledger
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After 20 years as an attorney, Ashleigh Pledger recently transitioned and was appointed Chief Operating Officer in Transaction Banking within Corporat...
Episode 2 - Zen Dlamini
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Zen Dlamini’s strong convictions and commitment to authenticity have made her one of her industry’s most respected leaders and mentors. But as a w...
Episode 1 - Lindeka Dzedze
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From the dusty streets of the Eastern Cape to the finance world of Sandton, discover how Lindeka Dzedze has forged a career as one of Africa’s power...