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These four staff members have made significant strides in their departments and careers. Each of them has left their mark on the CTICC in some way — either by mentoring others, delivering results, improving processes or building relationships with our clients. We look forward to seeing what more they can achieve over the next few years.

LOURENZO CUPIDO: ALWAYS GROWING, ALWAYS LEARNING

Lourenzo Cupido joined the CRICC in September 2020 as a Financial Administrator Assistant and in 2022/23 was promoted to Financial Administrator. He says this is all thanks to his manager recognising his potential and believing he was ready for this new role.

For Lourenzo, the CTICC has left a lasting impression on his life by nurturing his strong work ethic and providing him with a platform to take his career to the next level.

“The CTICC has inspired me to pursue my passion in finance and opened new opportunities for me personally and professionally,” he says.

Lourenzo hopes to leave his mark on the CTICC as well – by continuing to share findings, contribute ideas to increase efficiency in finance processes and to better understand other departments that feed into the balance sheet.

“Knowledge is power. Understanding and knowing how all the departments within the organisation operate makes it easier to assist in problem-solving and making sure the 20 years continue ticking,” says Lourenzo.

The CTICC has kept Lourenzo open-minded and flexible in his thinking patterns.

“I enjoy working and finding ways to improve current processes,” he says.

And the highlight of his new position?

“Being able to contribute to a clean audit”

“Working at the CTICC has made me more open-minded and flexible. I have also learnt that assisting with community upliftment is just as important as out financial contributions,” says Lourenzo.

MAFIWA KOCK: MAKING LASTING IMPRESSIONS COUNT

Mafiwa Kock joined the CTICC’s Commercial department in 2015 as a Sales Graduate and was promoted in the 2022/23 financial year to National Sales Executive. says. She has extensive experience – eight years, in fact – and has held different positions throughout her time with us, which has exposed her to the full cycle of sales.

“I have the skill and knowledge – and the CTICC has inspired me in ways that I now believe in myself and know that I can achieve whatever I set my mind to,” she says.

Mafiwa says that the self-confidence she built up during her time at the CTICC has made her a more optimistic and positive person and she believes that this shows through in the projects she’s been involved in.

The CTICC has left lasting impressions on Mafiwa‘s life in the simplest – but most meaningful – way: she can now provide for herself and her family. She passes on this gratitude by mentoring and training newly joined team members.

“I want my lasting impression to be that I showed humility to others,” she tells us.

“I have learnt a lot from the people at the CTICC by asking questions and having the will to learn and grow,” Mafiwa says.

BONGANI WONDO: SHARING AND SUPPORTING IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS

Bongani Wondo started his journey at the CTICC 15 years ago when he joined us in 2008 as a Parking Controller. During the year under review, he was promoted to Parking Supervisor. Bongani says his time at the CTICC has transformed his life

“from a young person who came from a disadvantaged background to a person who now supports my entire family,”

Knowing first-hand how a little trust and encouragement can change the trajectory of someone’s live and career Bongani is leaving his mark on the CTICC by mentoring and training his teammates, and sharing the best of his knowledge so that the company objectives can be achieved.

“I have good customer relationships, both internally and externally. I work with someone who has been here since the CTICC opened and this has inspired me to give 145% to the organisation,” he says.

Amongst his top highlights during his time with us have been the various corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives we undertake every year.

“The CTICC has engaged and uplifred many organisations in the community and this has made an impact in my life. I have started seeing things differently and now I can give to those in need selflessly, without expectations.”

Bongani says his passion stems from

“Knowing where I come from and challenging myself to achieve more.”

We look forward to seeing where your passion takes you, Bongani.

“The improvements I have made thanks to the CTICC have been life-changing and a step further in my career as a professional,” Bongani Wondo says.

MONIQUE VAN REENEN: ACCOUNTANCY AT HER CORE

Monique joined the CTICC in October 2016 as the Creditors Clerk in the Finance department and, during the year under review, was promoted to Senior Creditors Clerk. This vote of confidence has not only given her a self-esteem boost but has also encouraged her to keep leading by example: communicating effectively, delegating wisely and recognising appreciation.

“I believe the best way to leave a lasting impression is by how you carry yourself within your organisation and how you build relationships both within your department and with other departments.”

With that in mind, it‘s not surprising that she is quick to give credit to her colleagues.

“My team motivates me the most. Their dedication and hard work have pushed me to higher levels. We always help each other wherever we can,” she says.

Monique also leans into the wisdom of older team members and says there is constant mentorship from her superiors, as she takes on bigger responsibilities, leadership roles and new challenges.

Accountancy is her calling, she tells us.

“I‘ve always been dedicated to the accounting field. It‘s always been of great interest.”

“The CTICC has taught me to always help out wherever and whenever I can – whether it’s someone on my team, the community or a family member,” says Monique.