Platinum Prize Sponsor:

raniresorts Rani Resorts

www.raniresorts.com
Tel: 011 658 0633

Rani Resorts' core philosophy is to develop resorts in unique, unspoilt island and beach locations that set them apart from mainstream destinations,while remaining committed to the support and development of sustainable ecosystems.

By developing hotels and resorts responsibly, Rani Resorts provide guests with world-class standards in accommodation and facilities, coupled with unmatched experiences in locations encompassing natural beauty and bio-diversity, historical and cultural richness as well as unique and exclusive adventure and sporting opportunities.

Prices include all non-motorised water sport activities available at our resorts and all local government taxes. Our shops stock basic essentials the may be required by guests, as well as a range of souvenirs and mementos.

A full range of well-maintained top quality equipment is kept at each of our resorts and hotels for guests to utilise when wishing to enjoy the many activities that are available. This includes scuba diving and fishing equipment.

Restaurants and bars provide our guests with a wide variety and range of food and beverages. We do not provide “nouvelle cuisine”. Rather, we prefer to opt for good, wholesome cooking, utilising locally available produce and giving our guests the opportunity to sample and enjoy good, fresh food made with traditional flair and reflective of the region.

Rani Resorts is currently operating five distinctly different hotels and resorts in Mozambique.

Media Partners

City Press

www.citypress.co.za
Tel: 011-713 9751

As South Africa's leading Black Sunday newspaper City Press is aimed at the discerning, well-educated, economically active Black population.

With a circulation of more than 180,000 and over 2,300,000 readers City Press is the fourth most-read newspaper in the country. It is an established brand, more than 25 years old, respected and trusted.

Of all newspapers that are targeted specifically at Blacks, City Press has the most affluent reader profile -- 41% of City Press readers are in LSM 7-10. Its stance is Distinctly African – Proudly South African.

City Press is a fully fledged Sunday newspaper incorporating separate sport, business and careers sections, as well as a TV guide / entertainment magazine.

It appeals to today’s key leaders and decision-makers as well as the emerging and mass markets. Although readers may also read other titles, the opinion of City Press on current issues is a must-read in today’s changing world.

The Association for the Advancement of Black Accountants of Southern Africa

www.abasa.org.za
011 621 6736

ABASA - the Association for the Advancement of Black Accountants of Southern Africa - was established in 1985 to promote the interests of black men and women engaged in the accounting profession. It is committed and dedicated in this pursuit, and is driven by the need to ensure that every Black accountant and aspiring accountant is able to realise his or her full potential and aspirations.

The association's objectives include:
• To promote adult education, vocational training and technical education in the accounting profession; and to establish a special fund dedicated to receiving donations to be used exclusively for such educational or training.
• To facilitate and encourage the entry of Blacks into the accounting profession.
• To assist Blacks in obtaining access to accounting education and employment opportunities that will enable them to achieve their career aspirations and realise their full potential.
• To create awareness of the accounting profession among high school students and those at tertiary institutions.
• To identify and work for the removal of the conditions which are detrimental to the professional well-being of Black accountants.
• To create awareness of the work, objectives and ideals of the association and the accounting profession in the lack community.

The Black Business Women's Association

Tel: 011 783 1094/ 7540
www.bbwa.co.za

The Black Business Women's Association is a not-for-profit organisation with a membership of more than 500. Its sole purpose is to create a vehicle that will serve as a voice for black businesswomen. In particular, the organisation has been set up to achieve the following objectives:

• Identify and disseminate information on tangible investment opportunities to women entrepreneurs;
• Assist women entrepreneurs with understanding various investment opportunities as well as packaging proposals and bids for such investments;
• Identify and facilitate participation opportunities in various inward and outward trade missions;
• Provide continuous information on business activities (women and business activities in general) within the Western Cape;
• Serve as referrals;
• Influence legislation to accelerate the economic empowerment of black businesswomen.
• Forge good relations with other organisations with similar objectives.
• Do skills audit among members and organise training sessions

The purpose of the BBWA is also:

• To highlight the achievements of black women in the arena of business
• To highlight the various vehicles that have been set-up to fast-track women empowerment in business
• To highlight the various industries and businesses that are still difficult to penetrate by women and how this can be done
• To create a platform for networking, strategic partnerships and learning
• To facilitate education, training and development and skills transfer through workshops and seminars

The Black Information Technology Forum

www.bitf.org.za
Tel: 011 484 5110
011 485 5500
011 484 6288

The Black Information Technology Forum is an association of black individuals formed specifically to address the poor representation of black people in the Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) industry, both as professionals and business operators. It has a membership base of 900 IT professionals and 100 student members.

The BITF does not have corporate membership but motivates other organisations to encourage their employees to become members. This benefits the members in their individual capacity and also their organisations as a whole.

The forum relies heavily on corporate sponsorship for its existence -- and for its day-to-day operations, and other activities in carrying out its vision and mission.

A large part of its focus has been on the promotion of the active participation of its members and stakeholders.

Through its breakfast sessions, evening meetings, annual conferences and other activities it ensures that its members are kept up to speed with industry issues, but most importantly that they have a say in the direction of the industry.

The BITF gives its members the opportunity to interact with industry stakeholders and other key role players in the industry, ensuring that everyone works together to transform the sector to one that is representative of South Africa’s demographics and economic activity. In addition its Project Tswelopele initiative is aimed at the development of SMME’s.

BBQ Awards Category Sponsors 2009

Chevron

BBQ Corporate Social Responsibility Category Award Sponsor

About Chevron South Africa

Chevron, the world’s fifth largest energy company, markets its products in South Africa under the Caltex brand, one of the country’s top four with more than 950 service stations nationwide.

With its headquarters in Cape Town, Chevron South Africa operates the country’s third largest crude oil refinery with a production capacity of 110 000 barrels a day. Operating 24/7, it produces petrol, diesel, jet fuel and liquefied gas for the Western Cape and for export to other African countries.

It has also developed wide-reaching community engagement programmes, including a three-year commitment of R40-million to the Western Cape Provincial Health Department to fight HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria as part of Chevron’s commitment to the Global Fund.

For more information, visit www.caltex.co.za

BBQ Awards Category Sponsors 2009

IFA

BBQ New Entrepreneur Category Award Sponsor

IFA is a division of Clientèle Life Assurance Company Limited
www.ifa.co.za
Tel: 011 320 3333

The IFA Business Opportunity was launched in 1998 by a group of pioneers who sought a unique distribution method for Clientѐle Life’s insurance products. A key objective was to bring these affordable products within reach of previously disenfranchised communities and simultaneously creating an opportunity for thousands of South Africans to earn an additional income.

This enabled Clientele Life to play an integral role in promoting broad-based black economic empowerment initiatives, through the Independent Field Advertiser (IFA) business opportunity. With a low barrier to entry, the IFA business opportunity has empowered a significant number of individuals from previously disenfranchised communities.

With representation in all nine provinces, the organisation ensures that the marketing message remains consistent and that the business operates within the legislative framework established by the Financial Services Board.

Training and development plays a pivotal role in ensuring the economic empowerment and success of IFAs. Quality-driven and value-based training is offered free of charge, nationwide, providing IFAs with the necessary training and tools required to change negative behaviour and accelerate the growth of their business. Thousands of IFAs have received training on various aspects of life insurance, network marketing, leadership and basic financial skills.

Over the past 11 years, IFA has attracted individuals from every walk of life, many of whose lives have been radically transformed as a result of their successful business. Since its inception, the IFA Division has paid out over R2bn in earnings and bonuses and many IFAs have left their full-time occupations, becoming independent business owners in their own right.

IFA is a division of Clientele Life, an authorised financial services provider.

BBQ Awards Category Sponsors 2009

Vuswa Fleet Services

BBQ Best Established Black Business Category Award Sponsor
Tel: 011 333 3701

Vuswa Fleet Services was established in 2002 and now encompasses contracts like SANParks – nationally, City of Tshwane, South African Revenue Services, General Motors, Metro Rail, SITA and other companies.

It operates countrywide providing long-term rental and value-added services to operators of new and used vehicles in the passenger, commercial and agricultural segments, including tractors and Yellow Metal vehicles. One example is Metro Rail in KwaZulu Natal which has a full-maintenance lease contract for its vehicle fleet.

Vuswa Fleet Services provides insurance, accident management, administration of vehicle licensing, driver management, maintenance, fuel costs, the acceptance of maintenance and residual value risks, and vehicle sourcing and disposal services.

The company is committed to promoting BBBEE ethics and values.

The outsourcing of non-core management functions is a major trend worldwide. It frees management to focus on the real issues in the business and lets professionals get on with the cost-effective running of peripheral activities.

Vuswa Fleet Services has three fully accredited workshops in the Kruger National Park, where vehicles are maintained according to the SANParks contract. It also manages the Park’s emergency breakdown service (0800 030 666).