Creative Transformation: The Story of Highveld Steel
This session is a practical demonstration of how creativity can be utilised to transform business in the face of adversity.
The story of the once troubled Evraz Highveld Steel and Vanadium is shared together with time-tested methodologies and concepts that can be applied to re-think and manage a business when times are tough.
In this presentation, Derek and Andrew share their roller-coaster experiences as part of the senior management team of Evraz Highveld Steel and Vanadium, one of SA’s largest steelmaking companies. This is a real-life industrial example of practical creative problem-solving and the tenacity of a small team of ordinary but committed people.
The presenters are acknowledged leaders in the heavy engineering and mining industries, with extensive business improvement experience.
Derek’s Bio
Derek Pienaar is a mechanical engineer with broad operational and business turnaround experience in the mining, steel and heavy engineering industries. He currently serves as CEO at Highveld Industrial Park. Derek will be co-presenting with his valued colleague, Andrew Maralack.
Derek’s Links
- LinkedIn: Derek Pienaar
Andrew’s Bio
Andrew is a chartered accountant and accomplished executive with a proven track record in finance, auditing, business turnarounds, and corporate recovery. Andrew is a strategic thinker with a strong commitment to excellence and innovation. Andrew was part of the team that transformed Highveld Steel’s business premises into a vibrant Industrial Business Park.
Andrew’s Links
- Linkedin: Andrew Maralack