? Finalist 2022 | Startup Mentor of the Year – Willem Gous
? Finalist 2022 | Incubator of the Year – The Human Entrepreneur
2022 Africa Startup Ecosystem Builders Awards
? Thinkers 360 – Top 50 Global Thought Leaders and Influencers on Lean Startup 2022 & 2023
Willem is a leader in Entrepreneurship Development in some of the toughest conditions. Over his 22-year entrepreneurship journey, he developed his unique human-centred perspective and approach to leadership, innovation and entrepreneurship.
He is a dedicated single father to an amazing 13-year-old son, and they live in Johannesburg, South Africa. An avid reader and personal development enthusiast. For fun and giggles, he is a firewalking instructor.
Willem holds a Master’s degree in Information Systems Management from the University of Liverpool, U.K., and his dissertation focused on applying various innovation methodologies within existing businesses. A regular conference speaker and facilitator, he also serves on the advisory board of the professional interest network of the University of Liverpool Management School.
He has facilitated many breakthrough motivational events with large crowds of people.
Services Provided
Work Focus
team building activities,
business consulting,
training courses,
business advice,
business development,
teambuilding workshops,
business mentors,
business advisors,
motivational speakers,
team building activity,
teambuilding,
small business support and solutions,
training and workshops,
motivational talks,
small business development,
motivational speaking