Executive Leadership & Board Insight,
When It Matters Most

I help companies lead through transition, drive turnaround and growth, and govern strategically — as an Interim CEO or Non-Executive Director

“In times of rapid change, experience is your most valuable currency.”

– Paul Polman, former CEO of Unilever

About

ABOUT

I am a corporate executive, board director, and entrepreneur with 20+ years of leadership experience across global multinational corporations, regional Southern African businesses, and venture-backed technology companies.

I have served as CEO, Executive Director, Non-Executive Director, and Board Chairman — leading companies through transformation, turnaround, and growth. My background spans strategy leadership at global consulting firms, CEO roles in industries undergoing disruption, and hands-on entrepreneurial ventures.

Today, I focus on two areas: stepping in as an Interim CEO to provide decisive leadership during transition, turnaround, and growth phases; and serving as a Non-Executive Director, helping boards shape strategy, drive commercial performance, and maintain sound governance.

I bring a balance of corporate discipline, entrepreneurial agility, and boardroom perspective — enabling companies to lead through change and unlock their next stage of performance.

My Services

I focus on providing leadership and governance during the most critical phases of a company’s journey — as an Interim CEO or as a Non-Executive Director.

Whether a business is navigating executive transition, driving a turnaround, scaling for growth, or strengthening board oversight, I bring hands-on leadership and strategic board insight. I help companies stabilize operations, accelerate performance, and align governance with long-term value creation — working closely with boards, investors, and leadership teams to deliver clarity and results.

Interim CEO

I step in as Interim CEO to lead organizations through transition, turnaround, or growth — providing hands-on, execution-focused leadership when it matters most.
Boards, investors, and founders trust me to lead during periods of change where stability, decisiveness, and strategic clarity are critical.

1. Transition Leadership

Providing continuity and experienced leadership during CEO transitions — whether planned, unexpected, or post-transaction. I ensure business continuity while permanent leadership is secured.

2. Turnaround Leadership

Leading structured turnaround efforts for companies in distress or underperformance. I bring operational discipline, cultural reset, and commercial clarity to restore sustainable performance.

3. Growth Leadership

Driving acceleration for companies entering a new phase of growth, often post-funding or post-restructuring. I focus on refining business models, scaling teams and operations, and aligning with strategic investors.

Non-Executive Director

I serve as a Non-Executive Director or Board Chairman, helping boards balance strategic ambition with sound governance.
I bring both an operator’s perspective and a deep understanding of board oversight — helping organizations govern wisely and grow confidently.

1. Strategy & Growth Oversight

Supporting boards in shaping and challenging corporate strategy, growth plans, and market expansion initiatives — with particular strength in digital transformation and new market entry.

2. Commercial Oversight

Bringing a clear commercial lens to board oversight — ensuring business models, go-to-market plans, financial returns and operational execution are aligned to overall value creation for the business.

3. Execution Oversight

Helping boards maintain the right balance between oversight and enablement — asking the right questions about delivery, execution risk, and organizational alignment.

What I bring to your Boardroom and C-Suite

Board Governance & Leadership
Experienced Executive Director, Non-Executive Director, and Chairman — ensuring boards maintain the right balance of strategic ambition, governance discipline, and fiduciary responsibility.

Executive Transition & Interim Leadership
Hands-on leadership for organizations in executive transition — providing stability, alignment, and momentum while permanent leadership is secured.

Business Turnaround & Transformation
Driving structured turnaround programs for underperforming businesses — addressing operational inefficiencies, cultural alignment, and strategic clarity to restore sustainable performance.

Growth Strategy & Market Expansion
Supporting boards and leadership teams in shaping actionable growth strategies — with deep experience in digital transformation, market expansion, and innovation-driven growth.

Stakeholder Engagement & Investor Relations
Building trusted relationships with boards, investors, and key stakeholders — ensuring alignment, transparency, and effective communication throughout complex change cycles.

Leadership Alignment & Culture Change
Aligning leadership teams around strategic priorities and cultural imperatives — helping build high-performance, execution-focused organizations.

Commercial & Operational Execution
Ensuring that strategy translates into results — bringing commercial rigor and operational discipline to drive execution at pace.

Corporate Strategy & Board Advisory
Advising boards on corporate strategy, business model evolution, and capital allocation — contributing an operator’s perspective grounded in governance best practice.

Digital Transformation & Innovation Oversight
Helping boards and leadership teams oversee technology-led innovation and digital transformation initiatives — ensuring value is captured while managing associated risks.

Governance of Risk & Compliance
Supporting boards in governing risk effectively — with experience in regulatory environments across multiple sectors, and in guiding risk-based decision-making.

Justin Coetzee

CEO @ GoMetro

“Kamal has been instrumental in driving GoMetro’s commercial and operational strategy during our post-Series A growth phase. As a fractional Managing Director, he brings the full weight of executive leadership with the agility of a seasoned operator. His strategic foresight, investor engagement experience, and execution discipline have helped us scale confidently. He’s a true partner in our growth journey"

Rob Abraham

former Chairman @ Juta & Co

"Kamal’s leadership during this period was marked by clarity of vision, sound decision-making, and an unwavering commitment to the long-term success of the organization. Through his efforts, Kamal not only stabilized the group but positioned it for sustainable growth. His ability to lead through complexity and deliver meaningful results speaks volumes about his capability, resilience, and integrity."

Sneha Shah

former MD @ Thomson Retuers

“Kamal played a pivotal role in helping us shape and execute our growth strategy across Africa. His understanding of the business landscape, coupled with his ability to build trusted partnerships, made him an invaluable part of our executive team. He brought structure, insight, and cross-functional alignment during a period of transformation and change.”

My Experience

Corporate Executive

Chief Executive Officer – Juta & Company
Head of Corporate & Partnerships, Africa – Thomson Reuters
Head of Strategy & Operations, Africa – Thomson Reuters

Management Consultant

Associate Director – KPMG
Management Consultant – Accenture

Entrepreneur

Managing Director - GoMetro
Founder – Treptor
Co-Founder – Tissue Masters

Board Leadership

Chairman - Future Managers
Executive Director - Juta & Company
Non-Executive Director

Academic

Professor of Practice – Johannesburg Business School
Advisory Board Member – Centre for Entrepreneurship, JBS

Venture Finance Programme – University of Oxford, Said Business School

Digital Transformation Strategies – University of Cambridge, Judge Business School

MBA – Gordon Institute of Business Science

Postgraduate Diploma in Architecture – University of KwaZulu-Natal

Bachelor of Architecture Studies – University of Witwatersrand

My Education

Contact

173 Oxford Rd, Rosebank, Johannesburg, 2196

+27 66 202 3000

kamal@treptor.com

Executive Leadership & Board Insight, When It Matters Most

“In times of rapid change, experience is your most valuable currency.” – Paul Polman, former CEO of Unilever