Introducing the Business Ink Tank: A New Innovation City?Premier?Event

Innovation City Cape Town Fuels the Hustle with the Business Ink Tank?

Cape Town, South Africa – A new event aimed at empowering South African entrepreneurs is set to launch in Cape Town. The Business Ink Tank, a collaboration between Innovation City Cape Town, NB Publishers, Wordsworth, and News24, will bring together top business minds to share insights and strategies for success.

Scheduled for 20th September, 2024 at Innovation City Cape Town, the Business Ink Tank will feature a full day of panel discussions, keynote speeches, and networking opportunities. Attendees will hear from renowned authors, industry leaders, and academics on a range of topics, including entrepreneurship, business strategy, and economic development.

“We believe that South Africa is brimming with entrepreneurial talent, and the Business Ink Tank is a platform to nurture and inspire the next generation of business leaders,” said Michelle Kleu, MD of Innovation City Cape Town. She added, “This aligns perfectly with our mission to foster innovation and entrepreneurship in Cape Town. We are excited to partner with NB Publishers and News24 to create an event that will have a lasting impact on the business community.”

Speakers at the Business Ink Tank include:

• Johan Fourie, author of Our Long Walk to Economic Freedom and Professor of Economics at Stellenbosch University.?
• Costa Ayiotis, author of My Big Fat Greek Taverna;?
• Max Price, author of Statues and Storms and former vice-chancellor of the University of Cape Town;?
• Jonathan Jansen, author of As By Fire and Distinguished Professor of Education at the University of Stellenbosch;?
• Zamantungwa Khumalo, author of Buy Your First Home;?
• T J Strydom, author of Koos Bekker’s Billions;?
• Michael Cardo, author of Harry Oppenheimer;?
• Ebbe Dommisse, author of Anton Rupert;?
• Catherine Black, author of Small Business, Big Plans;?
• Mteto Nyati, author of Betting on a Darkie;?
• Lincoln Mali, author of Blazing a Trail;
• Bronwyn Williams, author of The Future: More than 80 Key Trends for South Africa;
• Nicky Stubbs, author of For Friends and Family;
• Mbali Sikakana, Senior Books Editor at NB Publishers;
• Pippa Hudson, On-Air Host at Cape Talk.

The event will also feature a panel discussion on the future of South African business, with insights from leading experts on economic trends, technological advancements, and social change. Event attendees will be able to buy books, meet the authors and network with some of South Africa’s top business authors.?

Tickets for the Business Ink Tank are now on sale. For more information, please visit: https://qkt.io/QMksul

Innovation City Cape Town

Innovation City Cape Town is a vibrant community of startups, scaleups, corporates, entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators. We connect individuals in a dynamic work environment focused on accelerating business growth within Cape Town.

NB Publishers

NB Publishers is a leading South African publishing house with a strong focus on business, leadership, and entrepreneurship.

News24

News24 is a leading South African online news platform, providing comprehensive coverage of local and international news, politics, business, sports, entertainment, and lifestyle. With a strong commitment to delivering trusted and timely information, News24 has established itself as a trusted source of news for millions of South Africans.

Wordsworth Books

Wordsworth Books is a leading South African bookstore chain offering a wide range of books, stationery, and gifts. With a strong commitment to fostering a love of reading, Wordsworth has become a beloved destination for book lovers of all ages.