Meet the Team
Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much.
Awesome People Behind Us.
Inspiring. Enlightening. Energizing. Meet the exclusive group of thought leaders, authors, and experts who work with our clients to increase engagement, productivity, and results.
Jayson Naidoo
CEO
Jayson Naidoo is a Consulting Associate for Blanchard®. Jayson uses a supportive style to create experiential learning experiences. Leveraging his experiences in servant leadership, facilitation, training, coaching and mentoring, he engages his audience with relevant storytelling that makes the learning content more relatable, and come alive.
With his enquiring mind, and active listening skills, Jayson challenges participants with appropriate questions, and constructively guides teams through deep thinking and problem solving, that create moments of breakthrough for them. Jayson takes every opportunity to inspire other leaders to become even better versions of themselves. Jayson has 6 years of facilitation training since becoming a master facilitator in 2013, and has successfully facilitated more than 65 sessions since. He is the cofounder and national director of a Non-Profit which showcases his passion for inspiring people to lead, and take charge to live their best lives.
Jayson combines vision, leadership and execution excellence to deliver cutting edge and durable product and solutions in a fast paced, ever evolving, market space.” Colleague “Very few people can lead and encourage as Jayson can. He makes you feel like the most important person in the room…” Workshop Participant
Vivien Katzav
COO
Vivien Katzav is the Co-founder and COO of Blanchard South Africa.
With over 40 years of experience in the healthcare industry, including pharmaceuticals, she has coached and facilitated workshops for Leaders across multiple sectors throughout Africa and Asia.
Vivien is passionate about teaching leaders at all levels to embrace their authentic selves through mindfulness.
Storytelling, creating an immersive, engaging training style, ensures a memorable experience for participants.
Vivien uses systems thinking and learner-centered facilitation, allowing each learner to construct their own meaning by talking about, listening to, and reflecting on content, ideas, issues, and concerns.
In each workshop, she demonstrates how to implement these concepts holistically.
Vivien holds several nursing qualifications, an MBA from the UNISA, and an Advanced Diploma in Teaching, Training, and Assessing Learning from City and Guilds.
Dean Naidoo
CFO
Dean Naidoo, CFO of Blanchard South Africa, has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the accounting, finance and tax field.
Dean’s qualifications include a Financial Accountant CFAICBA(SA), Tax Practitioner – TTP(SA), and Business Management. He is also a registered Tax Practitioner with the South African Revenue Services.
Dean’s experience extends from working at an accounting practice for the past nine years, having worked on multinational clients as well as SME’s. His roles have varied within Finance and include Internal Audit Assist, Financial Manager, Tax and Statutory Compliance, Financial Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting.
He is passionate about working with Entrepreneurs, to assist them in building healthy, sustainable and compliant businesses. This ultimately benefits the social and economics needs of our country.
He is passionate about his work and believes that quality is a necessity, therefore something that should never be compromised.
There are three pillars that Dean holds close and firm to in life, “Love, Life, and Explore (Journey).” “Love your Lord your God with all your heart,” He holds strong to the teachings of Jesus Christ, love, accept and teach. Live and enjoy life with family, friends and your community. Always remember to explore, to take all people on a journey with you and to display love and belonging. When these three pillars can be accomplished all other great things will fall in place.
Franciska Rossouw
Marketing Consultant
Franciska Rossouw is a dynamic professional with a diverse background that has
equipped her for success in various fields. Beginning her academic journey with a
BA in Languages from Northwest University in Potchefstroom, Franciska furthered
her education with a Post-graduate Diploma from the University of Stellenbosch.
Her career path has been characterized by versatility and a commitment to
excellence. Initially, Franciska honed her skills as a high school teacher before
transitioning into the healthcare sector, where she spent 14 years as a
pharmaceutical representative and marketing associate. These experiences
provided her with invaluable insights into both education and business, shaping her
into a well-rounded professional.
Currently serving as a Marketing Consultant in a Training and Leadership
Development company, Franciska brings her unique blend of knowledge and
expertise to the table. Known for her enthusiasm, passion, and genuine concern for
others, she is dedicated to helping individuals and organizations reach their full
potential.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Franciska finds joy in various interests. She is an
avid traveler, a culinary enthusiast who enjoys cooking, and a nature lover who finds
solace in spending time outdoors. Above all, Franciska cherishes her time with family
and is committed to their well-being and happiness.
Edgar Woodman
ICT Consultant
Edgar Woodman is an Information Technology professional with more than 20 years’ experience including IT executive leadership in the local affiliate of a multi-national organization, Eli Lilly. Edgar also has experience in other areas of business leadership including Business Operations, Sales Operations and analytics as well as Human Resources
Outside of his professional experience, Edgar has a passion for leadership in his church organization at local congregation as well as regional level working with volunteers spanning diverse ages and backgrounds. This has provided an opportunity for leading through influence and helping people unlock their individual areas of passion in order to serve more effectively in their roles.
Edgar believes that the true potential and power of any organization lies in it’s people. His leadership style brings together people and process to enable practical, compliant implementation with lots of room for innovation and new ideas.
Rosalie Aubrey
Project Manager
Rosalie Aubrey, the Project Manager at Blanchard, has excellent attention to detail and is a natural problem solver.
She understands the business, applies big-picture thinking, and prioritizes activities, delivering more value to the company. Rosalie thrives under pressure and can work quickly to deadlines.
The company's passion and the spirit of Ubuntu are just many of the positive attributes Rosalie loves about the company.
Blanchard's philosophy of working side-by-side in partnership with people to inspire great leaders motivates her.
Rosalie has been with the company since 2022 and has worked in a corporate environment for over 40 years.
She administers the business's 'back office' operation, where she primarily attends to secretarial administration and file-sharing platform management on behalf of the company board.
Not only does she enjoy learning new things and gaining new skills, but she is also becoming proficient in tasks she already understands.
"My life philosophy is to always be curious and translate that curiosity into self-improvement, stay healthy, be present, and enjoy living in the now."
Rosalie is a passionate yogi who believes keeping fit and active is vital.
Her favourite quote is: "When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too." — Paulo Coelho.
Gabriella Naidoo
Executive PA
Gabriella Naidoo is the office administrator and the one person who ensures the efficient performance of all departments in the company.
She started at the company in 2022 and enjoys working for a company like Blanchard that focuses on learning development and the overall well-being of people in the workplace.
"The person-centered nature of what we're doing stands out and makes this company unique.
Gabriella feels that this fits into her passion for ensuring the well-being of people.
She has a Bachelor of Arts undergraduate degree and is completing her Bachelor of Social Science Honours degree in Psychology.
Gabriella also volunteers with children with special needs and women in prison, as she loves providing support and care to those not as accepted in society.
Her favourite quote is "Sapere Aude," said by the poet Horace and it translates to "Dare to know" or "Dare to be wise."
Walter Govender
Sales Executive
Walter Govender is a Sales Executive with vast experience in the engineering field.
He hopes to take the company to the next level with his existing and ever-growing clientele base.
Walter, who joined the company recently, has a diploma in Electronic Engineering.
He has previously worked for well-known brands such as Siemens and General Electric G Healthcare.
Walter's philosophy and favorite quote is: "The things that count the most in life are the things you do when you think that no one is looking."
He values the company's transparency, honesty, and, above all, integrity.
Walter's passion for working with people, building networks, and helping people is the force that drives him.
He enjoys jogging occasionally and playing basketball whenever he gets time.