Book Launch: The Future of Leadership (Season 2)

Have you ever wondered just how important leadership is in the field of marketing? In the ever-evolving landscape of marketing, leadership isn't just a desirable trait – it's an absolute game-changer. Here's why:

1. Visionary Strategy: Marketing is not merely about promoting a product; it's about crafting a narrative, a vision that resonates with your audience. Leadership provides the compass that guides marketing professionals in setting a strategic course for their brands.
2. Adaptability: The marketing landscape is dynamic, with trends and technologies shifting at an unprecedented pace. Strong leadership equips professionals to navigate these changes effectively, ensuring marketing strategies stay agile and ahead of the curve.
3. Inspiring Teams: Marketing thrives on collaboration and creativity. Exceptional leaders inspire teams to think innovatively, fostering an environment where ideas flourish and campaigns exceed expectations.
4. Building Authentic Connections: In today's interconnected world, authenticity is key. Leadership skills empower marketing professionals to build genuine connections with their audience, creating trust and loyalty.

Following the 1st edition of the Future of Leadership Book Series which featured insights from prominent leaders across society such as Bonang Mohale (Chair at Bidvest), Mteto Nyati (Chair at BSG), Margaret Nienaber (COO at Standard Bank), Mmusi Maimane (Leader of Build ONE South Africa and Presidential Candidate), Jay Naidoo (Minister RDP under President Mandela and Spiritual Leader), Joel Stransky (Rugby World Cup Champion 1995), Margaret Hirsch (Founder and Executive Director at Hirsch's), Rob Hersov (CEO Africa Invest), Shirley Zinn (chair at Wesgro and V&A Waterfront) and Stuart Baxter (Premier League Soccer Coach).

The Authors' Launch

The 2nd edition was launched at the 2023 Future of Leadership Summit on 24th October 2023 at The Maslow, Johannesburg. A number of authors took to the stage to share insights from their respective chapters (see highlights below):

Following the Author's launch, the Amazon Book Launch of this edition is taking place this week online. To secure your seat, please register at https://www.dhirubhai.net/events/7162149149411340288/about/

24 TOP Leadership Voices

This edition of the Future of Leadership Book brings together 24 TOP Leadership Voices, ranging from the CEO of the World’s strongest Banking Brand to the Chairman of Africa’s Leading Retailer, CXO’s from two of the World’s leading Mobile Networks, the Group CEO of the JSE, the Distinguished Professor in Education at Stellenbosch University, the Country Chair of Shell, Executive Leaders from four of South Africa’s leading Banks, the Mayor of Cape Town, the Premier of the Western Cape, five prominent Marketing Leaders, and a Presidential Candidate.

The Future of Leadership Book Co-authors

• Alan Winde (Premier of the Western Cape)
• Bradwin Roper (Chief Financial Services Officer at MTN)
• Collin Govender (Managing Director at Altron Systems Integration)
• Daniel Mminele (Chairman at Nedbank Group)
• Darryl Grater (Chief Growth Officer at Discovery Insure)
• Gareth Ackerman (Chairman at Pick n Pay)
• Geordin Hill-Lewis (Mayor at City of Cape Town)
• Gerrie Fourie (Chief Executive Officer at Capitec)
• Grace Harding (Chief Executive Officer at Ocean Basket Group)
• Herman Mashaba (President at ActionSA)
• Hloniphizwe J. Mtolo (Country Chair at Shell South Africa)
• Jonathan Jansen (Distinguished Professor at Stellenbosch University)
• Kholiwe Makhohliso (Managing Director at SAP Southern Africa)
• Leila Fourie (Group Chief Executive Officer at JSE)
• Lizzy Mogale (Managing Executive: Insights and Advisory, Retail and Business Banking at Nedbank)
• Masenyane Molefe (Group Executive HR at PPS)
• Mathabo Makhaya (Senior Treasury Manager at Harmony Gold)
• Matimba Mbungela (Chief Human Resources Officer at Vodacom Group)
• Qhawekazi Mdikane (Chief Marketing Officer at Momentum Corporate)
• Sungeetha Sewpersad (Human Resources Executive (previous RMB, Old Mutual and ABSA)
• Sydney Nhlanhla Mbhele (Group Chief Marketing Officer at ABSA)
• Tshidi Anya (Human Resources Executive (previous Weir Minerals, BAT and Sasol)
• Zak Sivalingum (Regional Director FNB Commercial South Africa)
• Zanele Masuku (Head of Marketing: ABSA Regional Operations)

Join the Amazon Book Launch

Join 570 LinkedIn Members at the Virtual Book Launch on

• Thursday 14th March 2024
• 15h00-16h00 SAST (GMT +2)
• Online (complimentary registration at https://www.dhirubhai.net/events/7162149149411340288/about/ )

The Future Leader Forum

The Future Leader Forum is a Global Leadership Community aimed at connecting future-minded leaders from the spheres of business and civic society in an effort to co-create the Future of Leadership (www.thefutureleadership.com ).The Future Leader Forum is providing leaders with a global platform to collaborate & co-create across the boundaries of industries and geographies, by hosting regular events such as the monthly Future Leader Roundtable, the bi-annual Future Leader Mastermind Dinner, and the annual Future of Leadership Summit.