Full Name: Chipo Mushwana

Position and Company Name: Emerging innovation and payments executive at Nedbank

Main Activity of the Company: Nedbank is a financial services group

Date and Place of Birth: October 20, 1983, Mutare, in the Eastern Highlands of Zimbabwe

Schools and Tertiary Education: INSEAD, Gordon Institute of Business Science, and the University of Cape Town

First Job: Research and marketing support

Size of First Pay Packet: R15 000 a month

Career Path to Date: I started off in marketing and moved into social development before progressing to being an independent contractor specialising in operational excellence. I entered financial services through the fintech space and now corporate innovation

Number of People under Your Leadership: 25

Management Style: Authentic and inclusive leadership style

Person Who Has Had the Biggest Influence on Your Life: My mother in all she represents and stands for

Person Who Has Had the Biggest Influence on Your Career: I have been fortunate to have been influenced by several individuals through meaningful conversations and valuable observations. The impact of these influential figures has evolved over time, adapting to the different stages of my professional journey. Their guidance and mentorship have played a significant role in shaping my growth and development, helping me navigate through various challenges and opportunities

Person You Would Most Like to Meet: American actor, filmmaker and playwright Tyler Perry

Businessperson Who Has Impressed You Most: Folorunsho Alakija – an impressive African businessperson who has had a remarkable entrepreneurial journey, is resilient and is involved in philanthropic endeavours. Starting as a fashion designer, she pivoted to the oil industry and eventually became one of the wealthiest women in Africa

Philosophy of Life: Live with purpose, passion and a sense of gratitude for the present moment. Remember to always stay true to yourself and follow your own path towards a fulfilling and purposeful life

Biggest Ever Opportunity: My first international trip as a professional ignited so much in me and has shaped my perspective

Hope For the Future: To live life to the fullest, to seize opportunities as they come, to achieve financial success and to empower others

Favourite Reading: The Bible

Favourite TV Programme: Korean drama series

Favourite Food/Drink: Bread

Favourite Music: Soul

Favourite Sport: Formula 1

Hobbies: Padel

Car: Anything with speed

Pets: A Border Collie

Miscellaneous Dislikes: None

Married: To Gilchrist Mushwana

Children: Two boys

Clubs: None