On the 13th and 14th of May 2025, Senzeni Dladla, Managing Director of INFOMedia, joined a group of entrepreneurs at the Pepperclub Hotel in Cape Town for a workshop focused on People Management. Hosted by Fetola under the SAB Tholoana Enterprise Program, the two-day session brought together business owners from across South Africa for an intensive, practical learning experience.
The workshop tackled key areas that many small businesses struggle with, including recruitment, staff retention, leadership development, and handling workplace conflict. Rather than theoretical lectures, the sessions were built around real-life business scenarios, encouraging entrepreneurs to reflect on how they lead, inspire, and manage teams. A CCMA commissioner was also present to provide legal insight into common labour disputes and guide entrepreneurs on how to avoid costly HR mistakes, particularly around employment contracts and dismissals.
After the first day’s workshop, entrepreneurs gathered for an evening cocktail event that included a panel discussion featuring five business owners who have participated in the SAB Tholoana Enterprise Program. Among them was Senzeni Dladla, who spoke candidly about the personal and professional growth he has experienced since joining the program.
“The Money Magic Webinar Series had a major impact on me personally,” said Dladla. “It challenged my beliefs about money, helped me understand how my upbringing influenced my financial decisions, and changed the way I approach money conversations in both business and my personal life.”
Dladla also highlighted the importance of mental and emotional wellbeing in the entrepreneurial journey, referencing the support he received through the Further initiative, a mental health offering within the Tholoana Program. “Entrepreneurship is stressful. Having access to therapy through the program gave me space to work through personal challenges. It’s something I didn’t expect from a business initiative, but it has made a real difference,” he said.
Entrepreneurs from KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, Mpumalanga, and the Western Cape were in attendance, bringing a wide range of insights and experiences. Many expressed how the workshop shifted their perspective on leadership and reminded them that managing people is not just an HR function—it’s a critical part of running a successful business.
For INFOMedia, the experience adds to its continued evolution as a people-driven business. Under Dladla’s leadership, the agency remains committed to building a strong internal culture, while offering professional brand development, digital marketing, large format printing, and outdoor advertising services across South Africa.
