Vivien Katzav

Vivien Katzav is a Consulting Associate for The Ken Blanchard Companies®. She is passionate about empowering individuals to believe in their greatness. Her training style is interactive and engaging, which allows participants to immediately experiment with concepts in a safe environment. Vivien uses systems thinking and learner-centered facilitation, allowing each person to construct his or her own meaning by talking about, listening to, and reflecting on content, ideas, issues, and concerns. In each workshop she demonstrates how to implement these concepts in a holistic framework. She has provided training services to employees at all levels of an organization, from individual contributors to managers and directors. Vivien facilitates workshops on such topics as selling, communication, diversity, emotional intelligence, recruitment, teamwork, succession planning, leadership concepts, and conflict resolution. She teaches leaders how to improve their self-awareness, f lexibility, and resilience in order to improve employee engagement and accountability. Vivien developed extensive knowledge of understanding people through 18 years as a professional nurse, working mainly in the intensive care arena in the role of head nurse and tutor. She then spent 20 years in the pharmaceutical industry, where she gained expertise in various roles within sales, marketing, human resources, and learning and development. Vivien was instrumental in facilitating positive organizational change and improving employee engagement through workshops on leadership, trust, and change. Vivien holds several nursing qualifications as well as an MBA from the University of South Africa (UNISA) in conjunction with the UK Open University. Vivien’s native language is English. She enjoys reading, traveling, and walking, and does pro bono training and coaching of college graduates who are seeking employment.  

Vivien Katzav Email– Vivien.Katzav@Blanchard.co.za

Jayson Naidoo

Jayson Naidoo is a Consulting Associate for The Ken Blanchard Companies®. Jayson uses a supportive style to create experiential learning experiences. Leveraging his experiences in servant leadership, facilitation, training, coaching and mentoring, he engages his audience with relevant storytelling that makes the learning content more relatable, and come alive.

With his enquiring mind, and active listening skills, Jayson challenges participants with appropriate questions, and constructively guides teams through deep thinking and problem solving, that create moments of breakthrough for them. Jayson takes every opportunity to inspire other leaders to become even better versions of themselves.  Jayson has 6 years of facilitation training since becoming a master facilitator in 2013, and has successfully facilitated more than 65 sessions since. He is the cofounder and national director of a Non-Profit which showcases his passion for inspiring people to lead, and take charge to live their best lives.

Jayson has spent more than 23 years in the financial services industry, specifically within the Financial Services capability. Before joining Blanchard, he was the head of learning and development at Momentum Investments, actively teaching, coaching, and mentoring people and teams.  Some interesting articles written by Jayson talk to his views on the impact of poor performing organizations on economies.  Jayson has a national qualification in financial markets and instruments (NQF6), business administration and management, certified process professional® (CPP), certified customer experience master® (ACXM) and has completed a management development program (NQF6) at GIBS business school. His facilitation skills have also been recognized with certification from an International Nonprofit in the USA.

Jayson makes time for community volunteer work with his family, and enjoys travel, farming, reading, photography and golf. Industries  Financial services  Non-profit organization  Insurance  Government – Non US  Information Technology – Hardware and Equipment  Information Technology – Software and Services  Education Testimonials “Jayson has a natural talent for leadership and facilitation. His sessions are engaging, thought provoking and game changing. His “secret sauce” is his love and commitment to making a difference in people’s lives.” Sanoshen Naidoo – Strategic Portfolio Head – Momentum Investments  “Jayson has played a pivotal part in my leadership as a close confidant and coach. His deep understanding of Leadership issues and ability to translate theoretical concepts into condensed practical steps for daily impact is exceptional. Jayson is an astounding proponent of servant leadership and this forms the basis of all his interactions as well as any interventions he undertakes for individuals and businesses.

He has the ability to take leaders on a journey which will equip them to really understand and appreciate the powerful effectiveness of leaders that serve in the market place.” Blessing Utete CFP® – Executive Director: Momentum Consultants and Actuaries (Pty) Ltd  “Jayson is professional, authentic and engaging. He is a most experienced presenter, facilitator and trainer. He works with an audience to try and understand the level of interaction required and engages accordingly. I would highly recommend working with Jayson to anyone who is considering him as an individual or his training and facilitation as a service” David Nel – Executive Partner: IQ Business – Consulting Company  “Jayson is a phenomenal mentor and leader, providing thought invoking discussion to grow and enable you, as an individual to be not only a strategic contributor but an opportunistic creator” Mentee  “Jayson is a highly accomplished and respected leader.

Jayson combines vision, leadership and execution excellence to deliver cutting edge and durable product and solutions in a fast paced, ever evolving, market space.” Colleague  “Very few people can lead and encourage as Jayson can. He makes you feel like the most important person in the room…” Workshop Participant

Jayson Naidoo – Jayson.Naidoo@Blanchard.co.za

Dean Naidoo

Dean’s wealth of knowledge boasts many years of experience in the accounting field , enabling him to assist companies, organisations, and clients in the day to day running of their business. He is passionate about his work and should never be compromised. believes that quality is a necessity, therefore something that He works meticulously with clients to ensure that they receive optimal value for money, providing them with an exceptional and unique edge of what their business wa nts, requires, and more importantly needs, a personal touch. Dean understands that often small and medium businesses and companies don’t have a reliable way of managing the flow of money through their business.

Therefore, his knowledge and experience in b usiness management and tax advisory and planning proves to be an invaluable asset to companies and organisations business. Dean’s knowledge and experience far extends beyond the accounting industry to tax, business managem ent , and finance.  Dean’s experien from multinational firms to local businessce extends while all working at an accounting practice, like Jacks Paint and Hardware, as well as and even Non ng up and running his own practiceProfit organisations and companies.  From working at an accounting practice, and even through to setti , h is roles have varied within Finance and include Internal Audit Assist, Financial Manager, Tax Compliance and statutory, Financial Planning, Budgeting, and forecasting.

Other specialist skills and experience include Tax (SARS Practitioner). and Budgeting as well as South African Taxation Dean brings his wealth of experience to organizations (including SMM E s) in advising on proper business strategies from a financial point of view. This also includes proper taxation planni individuals and organizations. Dean’s qualifications include a Financial Accountant CFAICBA(SA), Tax Practitioner ng for TTP(SA), and Business Management.  He is a Financial Accountant, a South African Institute of Taxation Practitioner, and a Tax Practi tioner with SARS. On the lighter and less pressure side of life Dean has been known to give a really, really good account of himself on the playing field, from action cricket to action football, to even the extended formats, on the larger fields, he is a football super fan, a sports enthusiast. He loves keeping fit and healthy, enjoys athletics and jogging.  He could jog for miles if time would allow.  Workout and exercises inspire new levels of striving and determination, exceling to new heights and plateaus.  The same determination, ethics and grit he applies to business and work.

He finds working and walking around the garden very relaxing and accomplishing.   A good documentary, history, real life, and true stories always have space and time in the many things Dean enjoys adventuring through. There are three pillars that Dean holds close and firm to in life, “Love, Life, and Explore (Journey).”  When these three pillars can be accomplished all other things can and will fall together. Pillar one Love, “Love your Lord your God with all your heart,” He is a strong Christian and belief in Jesus Christ.  He holds strong to the teachings of Jesus Christ, love, accept and teach.  Enjoys talking and sharing his faith and beliefs, an amazing journey that keeps on going, evolving, and growing!  Love family, and all people around you. Pillar two Life, to live and enjoy life and all moments with family, to be available for the little things and the big ones too, invest now for the future, as much time that possibly affords you. And Pillar three Explore (Journey), To always remember to take all people on a journey with you, displaying love and belonging. Finally! “Inspired, to inspire,” “The right attitude leads to elevated altitude,” “Improving is forward momentum, keep moving forward,” “Change now, leave not what can be done now for tomorrow,” “Stand out, be different, be the change, ask a lot of good questions.”  Testimonials  “It has been such a pleasure working with Dean, if you need someone who is dedicated, diligent and ethical he is your guy. As a business owner it’s a pleasure not to have to worry about the accounting part of my business and instead focus on growing my business. Thanks Dean!” Duan Van Schalkwyk – Owner and Director : Design and Visual Solutions Trinity enterprises has been associated with Dean Naidoo, for a few years now. As one of the directors of Trinity Enterprises I can undoubtedly say my job has been made way easier with the assistance of Dean as our accounting and tax officer.

When it comes to any accounting and tax related matters I can undoubtedly and safely say Trinity Enterprises is in safe hands. Annual returns have been effortless, and seamless. Dean has saved us a lot of money when it comes to tax.  He is definitely a value to the accounting and tax practitioners’ profession.  He is always available to assist and always offers valuable and sound  advice.  Dean is very trustworthy and responsible and always has the best intentions for his clients.  Over the years Dean has assisted us with many tax and VAT related queries and made it seem effortless.  He is ever willing to go the extra mile to assist and ensure the job gets done timelessly and accurately.  Dean would most definitely be an asset  to any organization.  I would recommend him for any position that’s presented to him. Dhamendra Maharaj – Owner and Director : Trinity Enterprises  When one looks for someone that will not only help but improve their business, a person in the finance and the accounting industry, the words that come to mind and is at focus, are words like, integrity, ethical, honest, trustworthy, and reliable. In addition to that especially for me, is someone who is available, understanding, knows me and my business, and grounded in God.  A person that takes the time to hear me and listens to my situation and then advises accordingly.

I have been a client and doing business with Dean, through his and his wife’s accounting practice for several years now, and those words and statements above sounds true to Dean’s character, attitude, and manner in dealing with my account and business.  He is a very engaging and thought through person, showing concern over my business, considerate and always firm and true to his principles and governance, always very professional and hands on the ball approach.  What I especially note is the time Dean takes to listen but not only listen that is also to pray and minster with me, that shows me someone who cares, knows God, and is also interested in our personal wellbeing, and not just in his fees, very different but welcome and refreshing.  He is always prompt and aware of deadlines and timelines, accurate in way of advice concerning our financial and accounting affairs and matters. He helps to keep us diligent and focused on what we know and do best, in growing our business, (in the catering and entertainment industry) dealing with a lot of high profile and well-known people in this industry.  The industry and work can be very demanding and time pressured.

It is such a relieve and peace of mind to know that our finance, tax, and accounting matters are in capable and safe hands.  We won’t do finance, tax, accounting any other way! Set Menu is complete with all your services. Patience Salome Mokono – Owner and director : Set Menu Catering

 

Dean Naidoo – Dean.Naidoo@Blanchard.co.za