Equip and Elevate
Equip and Elevate podcast is a place for women to cultivate the courage to own their purpose, own their journeys and own their success. The show is hosted by Ayanda Vana and in each episode she will be bringing you conversation with some dynamic and bold women. The goal is that through these inspired conversations, you will gain a new perspective and tools to thrive in your personal journeys, businesses and careers. Most importantly, to live a life of purpose and passion. The Podcast will cater for all women from young female leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals and creatives. The topics will range from navigating our personal journeys, building our careers as well as living a life of purpose and passion.If you are ready to learn and grow, hit that follow button and get ready for the conversations.
Equip and Elevate
Jabulile Gwala on leaving her 9-5 to pursue entrepreneurship during the pandemic
Today we are going to be talking about Jabulile's journey on leaving her 9-5 to pursue entrepreneurship during the pandemic. Jabulile will be taking us through her journey in corporate as well as sharing some tips on building a business.
Jabulile is the founder and CEO of Blac Lyon a holding company housing Africa’s first Nguni print inspired athleisure wear and the women empowerment platform called In Good Company . The company also has a communications brand which manages all brand partnerships, influencer marketing strategies and brand building experiences.
She has worked on partnerships with power brands like Brand South Africa, DStv, Dark & Lovely, Mall of Africa, Miss South Africa, Maybeline and many more. In corporate she has worked as a brand manager, marketing manager and finally Head of Marketing of a big corporate before leaving corporate sa to pursuit her business interests.