Our Writers

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Tobie Nortje – ToobLippe

ToobLippe

Tobie’s Resume
EDUCATION

  • Pr.Eng (Electrical and Electronical), (University of Stellenbosch)
  • B.Com (Business Management), (University South Africa) [3rd year]
  • Certified Energy Manager (CEM), (Association of Energy Engineers, USA)
  • Certified Energy Measurement and Verification Professional (CMVP), (Association of Energy Engineers, USA)

CAREER

Tobie has more than 9 years experience in the power delivery business and related industries. After a successful career in sub-transmission network planning Tobie became a key member of the South-African Demand Side Management programme establishment. He also worked in the utilities management field before joining the EON management team. This wide exposure has given him an in-depth insight into the following areas:

  • Energy Modeling
  • Demand Side Management
  • Measurement and Verification
  • Research
  • Electrical Systems and Planning
  • Business Management

Johan Botha – Johnnies Corner – Keep Writing

Johan Botha Contributing Writer

EDUCATION

  • B.Eng (Hons) (Industrial), University of Pretoria
  • AMSAIIE

CAREER

Johan started his career at Barloworld Logistics in 2002 as a supply chain consultant being responsible for optimisation projects in warehousing and distribution. He was later promoted to Senior Manager in Supply Chain Management being responsible for logistics activities of the largest automotive manufacturer in South Africa.

During 2009 Johan left Barloworld Logistics and joined Namlog as a project  Bmanager again in the supply chain domain. The focus here is more strategic and less operational with BPR and design projects. Current responsibilities include the management of BPR roll-out at a leading automotive manufacturer as well as other related design projects.

Johan’s expertise range from operations management in warehousing and distribution to the design of such systems, business process re-engineering, change management and continuous improvement on a strategic level. He holds strong technical and general management skills.

Karl Spreng – Karls Caucus

When Karl has some time he will be sending us a bio. He promised.

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The GreekManoli Carzis - Greek Corner

Manoli started life out like any good Greek should, firmly rooted behind the counter at a Café in Middelburg, Mpumalanga. In fact, he was almost born behind the counter on the 1st of April 1979, because his old man wouldn’t believe his mom was in labour (She’s a notoriously good April Fool’s prankster you see…). By the age of five he was way ahead of his Grade 1 classmates in mathematics, thanks to his flawless skills on the till (Jewish Piano as it’s commonly known in the industry). The rest of his school career was spent trying to explain to non-Greek kids how the “No change, take Chappies!” algorithm works. After a 9 year stint in the restaurant industry, which included the time to complete his degree, Manoli joined Softline VIP Payroll as a Consultant in 2005. There he was responsible for the installation and support of payroll software for a wide variety clients ranging from small privately owned businesses with one or two employees, to huge Multi-National Corporations with thousands of employees . In 2009 Manoli moved to Softline VIP’s Research and Development Department as a Business ANALyst (geddit?), responsible for the creation of functional specifications for the company’s Payroll Applications.

Manoli has a beautiful fiancé, Jeanine, and two amazing children, Daniel and Emily. He is an avid cricketer and long-suffering Lions supporter.

Dr Truth – Dr Truth

Bio to follow soon!