Key personnel
The key personnel for projects all have significant and relevant experience and are capable of fulfilling their functions and tasks. A brief description of each is given below:
Carel Haupt
Carel Haupt is a registered natural scientist with over 30 years’ experience. He has a post graduate degree in Engineering Geology and specialises in the evaluation of ground water potential and geohydrological mapping.
Carel has worked on geological, engineering geological and geohydrological evaluations for river basin studies, aquifer evaluations, ground water inflow predictions for mines, planning and execution of various ground water projects, the design, development and monitoring of a ground water well fields. He is a founder member of WSM Leshika Consulting (Pty) Ltd and has held the position of Chairman of the Ground water Division of the Geological Society of South Africa as well as an exco member of the South African Chapter of the International Association of Hydrogeologists.
Danny Leshika
An Organisational Developer by profession, Danny Leshika has extensive experience in work study analysis and capacity building projects, especially managing the implementation process. He has a great-passion for Institutional and Social Development (ISD) encompassing aspects of change management, people development, organisational development, diversity management, training and ethical principles in business management.
Danny has a Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA) through University of Limpopo’s Graduate School of Leadership and a Bachelor’s Degree in Administration (B. Admin) through University of Limpopo with a focus in Industrial Psychology and Public Administration.
Danny fills the important role of CEO, and runs the marketing division, as well as heads the company’s ISD Division with emphasis on Project Management, Analysis & Implementation Programmes and Community Participation Programmes. He is a skilled implementation specialist and community facilitator, enjoying interaction with communities and people from different walks of life.
Since 1998, Danny has been and still continues to be a consultant for different private and public sector clients responsible for the continued development and implementation of institutional and social development projects incorporating aspects of: research and analysis; public participation programmes through elected forums; needs assessments and training for – companies’ staff, community organisations and local government officials; total quality improvement and new business development. He has gained extensive experience in managing the social aspects in development and also analysing and implementing the institutional aspects in development, with specific focus on initiatives that increase ownership, identify key issues, fosters meaningful partnerships and mobilises staff and local level commitment.
Pierre Mouton
Pierre Mouton is a geologist who has specialized in hydrogeology and is a registered scientist with over 30 years’ experience. He is a member of the International Association of Hydrogeologists.
Pierre is also a founder member of WSM Leshika Consulting (Pty) Ltd. He specializes in interpretation of aerial photographs and satellite imagery, field mapping and hydro census, surface geo-physical surveys, down-hole geophysics, drilling supervision, logging, test pumping, aquifer evaluation, water quality evaluation and ground water feasibility studies.
Miss Tshepo Mathabatha
Miss Tshepo Mathabatha is an Internationally certified Image Consultant, Etiquette Trainer and award winning entrepreneur.
She is an image consultant who empowers professionals with soft skills to confidently navigate their environments and establish their personal brands anchored in credibility.
Tshepo has won a number of awards among them:
Mail and Guardian Power of Women 2021
Thriving Network Top 50 Female Founders in South Africa 2019
Tshepo hold various responsibilities among them Non executive Board Representation:
- Health Professions Council Of South Africa- HPCSA Board of Psychology
- Limpopo Connexion State Owned Company South Africa
- Women Economic Assembly (National Executive Committee Member)
- Miss Limpopo Pageant Director
- Concord for Young Women in Business- Country Director South Africa
- She is a firm believer in collaboration Tshepo creates platforms for professionals to connect, be inspired and access information to economic opportunities.