now services 50 % of the local market . “ A successful market penetration strategy , as well as an understanding of trends combined with an innovative approach to product development , has led to an improved product offering by the company ,” said PCB CEO Melanie Veness . “ This , and hard work by management to improve the company ’ s competitiveness and commitment to service delivery and customer care , is what has resulted in this company ’ s remarkable growth in profitability .” “ We congratulate them on their impressive achievements .”
Champion Entrepreneur 2016 : Bonga Ndaba of 033 Lifestyle Centre
033 Lifestyle Centre was opened in Imbali by Bonga Ndaba in 2010 . Offering a car wash , barber shop , butchery , and restaurant with music by local musicians , Ndaba ’ s vision was to create “ KZN ’ s township venue of choice ”. The business , which Ndaba continues to diversify , has shown exponential growth in turnover and profitability , and now employs 40 people . Ndaba is passionate about growing the local community and he contributes generously to community initiatives . “ Bonga is a man on a mission ,” said PCB CEO Melanie Veness . “ He continues to invest passion , energy and lashings of business savvy .” “ The judges recognised Bonga ’ s strong entrepreneurial ability to identify opportunities , and to enhance services associated with a tried and tested concept ,” she said . “ He is an inspiration to many and a worthy winner of this award .”
Small Business of the Year 2016 : Brink Towing Systems ( Pty ) Ltd
The award-winning and modern Pietermaritzburg manufacturing facility of the Brink Group boasts impressive technology and robotics , and is capable of manufacturing almost 100 000 towbars a year . The plant is a supplier to various original equipment manufacturers and Brink is the online supplier for the Ford Motor Company South Africa and to Toyota South Africa . Its servicing of markets in the United States and Australia also make it an important link in Brink ’ s international supply chain . Sales have shown an average increase of over 20 % per annum for the past four years and the company ’ s net profit has increased by over 400 %. While this exceptional growth and financial performance set this company apart , the judges were particularly impressed by the ethical leadership at Brink Towing Systems , and the strong commitment to governance , people and service , said PCB CEO Melanie Veness . “ This is an admirable business in every way ,” she said .
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