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This podcast is your go-to source for insightful conversations, expert tips, and fresh perspectives on procurement and supply chain management. Our mission is to empower professionals, inspire change, and make the complex world of procurement more accessible and enjoyable. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just curious about this dynamic field, 'Elevate Procurement Dialogues' is your destination for knowledge, growth, and a touch of inspiration. Subscribe now, and let's elevate together!

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April 7, 2026Episode 51 hr 6 min

Building Multiple Businesses as a Female Entrepreneur | Bold Woman Award winner by Veuve Clicquot

In this episode, I sit down with Refilwe Sebothoma to unpack her journey of building multiple businesses as a female entrepreneur and what it has taken to lead with vision, resilience, and purpose.As a Bold Woman Award winner by Veuve Clicquot, Refilwe shares insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, business growth, and the realities of building from the ground up. This is a powerful conversation about ambition, navigating challenges, creating impact, and staying bold in business.If you are an entrepreneur, business leader, or woman building something meaningful, this episode will leave you inspired and challenged to think bigger.In this episode, we explore: Building multiple businesses The realities of female entrepreneurship Leadership, resilience, and vision Lessons from growth and setbacks What it means to build boldly and with purpose Tune in for an inspiring conversation with a woman who continues to build, lead, and make an impact.Follow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

March 18, 2026Episode 455 min

ESD That Builds Resilient Black-Owned Businesses | Keegan Moodley, CEO of GROW Impact

Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) programmes are designed to unlock opportunities for SMEs, yet many businesses still struggle to transition from participation to sustainable growth.In this episode, we sit down with Keegan Moodley; Founder & CEO of GROW-Impact to unpack the realities of supplier development, business readiness, and the mindset required for SMEs to scale successfully.Keegan shares valuable insights from working closely with businesses and development programmes, highlighting where many entrepreneurs go wrong and what it really takes to position a business for growth.The discussion explores: • Why many SMEs fail to maximise ESD opportunities • The gap between funding and true business readiness • What corporates actually look for in emerging suppliers • Practical ways entrepreneurs can strengthen their businesses for long-term sustainabilityThis episode is essential listening for entrepreneurs, development practitioners, and anyone interested in the future of SME growth and supplier development in South AfricaFollow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

March 16, 2026Episode 142 min

Founder of Masa Aqua Water | Entrepreneruship- Tshimega Masa

In this episode, we speak with Tshimega, founder of Masa Aqua, a growing water business focused on delivering quality products while creating employment opportunities for young people.Tshimega shares his entrepreneurial journey, from the early idea to building a business that now contributes to local economic development.We discuss:The realities of starting and growing a businessNavigating challenges as a young entrepreneurThe importance of resilience, community support, and visioFollow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

March 16, 2026Episode 247 min

Building a Technology Company in a Competitive Market - Vincent Ndlovu

In this episode of Procurement Dialogues, we sit down with Vincent Ndlovu, founder of Rubus Technology, a company focused on delivering innovative technology solutions in South Africa.Vincent shares his entrepreneurial journey — from identifying opportunities in the digital economy to building a technology-driven business that aims to solve real problems for clients. We explore the realities of starting and scaling a tech venture, the importance of adaptability in a rapidly evolving industry, and how entrepreneurs can position themselves to take advantage of emerging opportunities.This conversation highlights the mindset required to build sustainable businesses in competitive sectors, as well as the importance of resilience, learning, and strategic thinking.Follow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

March 5, 2026Episode 141 hr 0 min

Women in Mining: Xoli Moagi on Breaking Barriers & Leading in a Tough Industry

In this episode, I sit with Xoli Moagi, Founder of NMG Women in Mining, a powerhouse voice reshaping what women’s leadership looks like in South Africa’s mining sector.I this episode is deep, brave, and incredibly relevant for women in business, suppliers in mining, and young entrepreneurs looking for inspiration with substance.Follow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

November 27, 2025Episode 1354 min

Entrepreneurship Is for Crazy People: TJ Malamule on Resilience & Building Legacy

n this episode, I sit down with TJ Malamule, CEO of TTI Group, to unpack what it really takes to build a lasting business from the ground up. From growing up in poverty to training over 7,000 learners through his skills development programmes, TJ shares the real, raw truth about entrepreneurship and why he believes it’s “for crazy people.”We talk about: • The courage to start with nothing and still show up • Lessons from building a people-first enterprise • How skills development fuels transformation and sustainability • Balancing compliance, purpose, and leadership in businessThis is not just motivation, it’s a masterclass in grit, faith, and long-term thinking for anyone building a business that matters.Follow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

October 31, 2025Episode 1250 min

Tax Mistakes That Kill Small Businesses - Compliance and Governance

In this episode, I sit down with Kabelo Moutloatse, a tax and compliance expert who helps entrepreneurs and SMEs stay financially disciplined, tax-ready and fit for procurement opportunities.We unpack practical lessons every business owner needs to hear, from tax mistakes that quietly destroy businesses to the compliance blind-spots that can cost you contracts, credibility and investor confidence.Kabelo breaks down: The biggest tax errors SMEs make VAT, PAYE & SARS compliance (simplified) Why good businesses still get disqualified in tenders How poor record-keeping kills growth and funding chances Practical systems entrepreneurs can use to stay compliantThis episode will help you protect your business, scale with confidence, and stay on the right side of finance and law.🎙 Hosted by Lerato Sebata Founder | Procurement Expert | Business CoachFollow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

October 17, 2025Episode 653 min

Building a Multi-Million Property Business from scratch | Teboho’s Lessons in Growth

In this episode, I sit down with Teboho Nthoana, a property entrepreneur whose journey proves that success doesn’t need a perfect start, just courage, strategy, and hard lessons learned along the way.From dropping out of high school to building a multi-million-rand property business, Teboho opens up about the challenges that nearly broke him and the mindset shifts that helped him rebuild stronger.We talk about:Entering the property game with no formal backgroundThe business mistakes that cost him, and what he learned from themThe importance of compliance, pricing right, and building structureHow to restart, rebuild, and scale with intentionIt’s a real, no-fluff conversation about the price of growth and the power of resilience.🎧 Hosted by Lerato Sebata Follow for more honest conversations with entrepreneurs who are rewriting the rules of business and success.Follow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

September 4, 2025Episode 450 min

Hard Business Lessons: Velly Bosega on Scaling, Failing, and Restarting

In this episode, I sat down with Velly Bosega, founder of SME South Africa and other businesses, who shared one of the most honest and practical conversations about entrepreneurship I’ve had yet. He spoke openly about building a 6-figure business, losing it all, scaling down, and finding the courage to restart. More than just inspiration, this episode is full of hard business lessons that every entrepreneur needs to hear.We unpack:Why early success can sometimes blind youThe pitfalls of scaling too fast without structureLessons from losing it all — and how to bounce back strongerFunding and compliance mistakes that SMEs keep makingThe mindset shift needed to build sustainable businessesIf you’re building, failing, restarting, or somewhere in between — this episode will give you perspective and the tools to keep moving forward.Follow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

August 22, 2025Episode 442 min

Pricing Correctly To Scale My business, Highs & Lows on Entrepreneurship - Atlehang

In this episode, I sit down with Atlehang Ramathesele, a powerhouse whose journey is marked by courage, resilience, and a realness that many of us can relate to. She opens up about the highs that fueled her passion, and the lows that tested her resolve—reminding us that growth isn’t a straight line, but a mix of lessons, setbacks, and breakthroughs.Her story isn’t just about inspiration—it’s about practical wisdom: how to show up even when life feels heavy, how to embrace vulnerability as strength, and how to keep moving forward when the road gets uncertain.Follow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support