Keri-Ann Stanton

MD of Kezi

Why am I part of Kezi? “I am part of Kezi because, as the quote on our homepage states, I wanted to create something that I wanted to be part of.

I have worked for some great bosses and some awful ones. In my past life, I have also managed some people well and some people terribly. Kezi is my opportunity to create a business and a space that allows people to become the best that they can be and to be part of the Kezi magic that ultimately attracts clients. Kezi also keeps me challenged, on my toes, keeps me learning and achieving – no day is the same and so it intrinsically feeds me in a sometimes daunting, but always satisfying way.”

Strengths:

• Achiever
• Strategic
• Ideation
• Focus
• Learner

Ceri Oakes

Chief of Staff

Why am I part of Kezi? “I am part of Kezi because my nickname is Cezzie, my first name is Ceri (so similar to Keri), I love how busy it is keeping me and I absolutely enjoy the company of all the people I am working with. I am proud to be classified as a Kezian now.”

Strengths:

• Futuristic
• Activator
• Includer
• Maximizer
• Relator

Jessica Wheeler

Account Director

Why am I part of Kezi? “I am part of Kezi for the buzz of a hectic deadline, the relief of a job well done and the thrill of securing that great piece of coverage. Even more so, for the opportunity to do different things everyday; I started as an Office Manager 2 years ago and now I get to run several key accounts and take charge of an entire business unit! Any and all talents are recognised and given their room to grow – writing and graphic design started out as hobbies and have grown to writing pieces for big title publications and having my designs materialised in print…it’s a dream job really. Now if only we could get that cappuccino machine in the office…”

Strengths:

• Input
• Learner
• Positivity
• Significance
• Adaptability

Margie Mackintosh

Account Manager

Why am I part of Kezi? “I am part of Kezi because I feel the work co-incides with my long term goals, includes doing things I enjoy and hopefully allows me to make a contribution in my own way to the company, co-workers and clients.

Strengths:

• Futuristic
• Responsibility
• Achiever
• Focus
• Significance

LJ Swart

Account Manager

Why am I part of Kezi? “I am part of Kezi because it is a pleasure to operate in a working environment where nothing is impossible and pro-activeness is not a once in a lifetime occurrence. Being surrounded by the best individuals in the industry inspires one to lift your own game and show what you are worth. Furthermore, the professional manner in which the Kezi management deal with staff plays a big role in the positive attitudes and success that the company so frequently achieves. To finish off, I knew that if I wanted to grow more and improve on my skills and become one of the best in the business to fly under the Kezi flag will be a wise option.”

Strengths:

• Relator
• Restorative
• Competition
• Activator
• Command

Candice Dunn

Account Manager

Why am I part of Kezi?  "I am part of Kezi to find my missing push factor! I thrive off adding value and making a difference in any project that I manage. Kezi provides me with the platform to achieve this and more! Representing a unique and dynamic communications software tool, as well as managing various clients, keeps me on my toes and gives me the opportunity to become a specialist in my field."

Strengths:

• Harmony
• Empathy
• Consistency
• Individualisation
• Responsibility

Aurelle Franks

Account Manager

Why am I part of Kezi? “I am part of Kezi because the company fascinates me. I have learnt so much from the people here, especially Keri-Ann, and I am being moulded into the best person I am capable of becoming. This company not only motivates but also inspires me. Every day is filled with challenges (sometimes so difficult it frightens me) but I love realising after completing a difficult challenge that I can do it. I am honoured to be a part of such a successful company.”

Strengths:

• Intellection
• Harmony
• Deliberative
• Restorative
• Achiever

Maryke Willis

In-house Writer

Why am I part of Kezi? “I am part of Kezi because God decided to smile upon me. I have always dreamt of being part of such an amazing company and here I am doing what I love most in life - writing. One of my favourite quotes is by Anais Nin and it goes, ‘Dreams pass into the reality of action. From the actions stems the dreams again; and this interdependence produces the highest form of living.’ I love the buzz and the hype at Kezi, the way we are all made to feel so important; we all have a role to play. I am learning more from Keri-Ann that I have ever learnt from any other individual and I see her as a mentor and I look up to her. Yes, synchronised deadlines freak me out and sometimes I do feel like I want to run away, but then I come back the next day…singing all the way as I’m driving to work.”

Strengths:

• Empathy
• Strategic
• Intellection
• Communication
• Arranger

Mbali Mokoena

Account Executive

Why am I part of Kezi? “I am part of Kezi because it is a company that defines perfection, productivity and success. It is a fast-growing PR consultancy that is filled with women and a man who are such an inspiration. Everybody runs with the vision of the company and is determined to make the company successful and the best leading PR consultancy. Keri believes in giving people a chance and has interest in her employees’ growth. With her permission, the team is entitled to have an opinion and is always involved in activities that take place at Kezi (in other words, nobody feels out of place or inferior). I like the fact that we respect each other despite our age differences and qualifications. A day at Kezi is never dull or boring; I am always learning something new, inspired to work harder and very impressed with the services that Kezi offers its clients.”

Strengths:

• Achiever
• Learner
• Harmony
• Developer
• Relator

Devi Kuni

Devi is Kezi’s cash control queen who tightens our belts, chases money and keeps us lean and mean.

Zippy and Lulu

Zippy and Zulu Lulu, Kezi’s renegade daschunds, contribute to ongoing, groundbreaking studies which prove that, given enough ankle and toe-licking, any crisis can be averted. Technically speaking, they are merely the mutts who provide comic relief.