Conrad Mmotsa

Conrad is an entrepreneur and corporate finance professional with diverse experience across valuations, transaction services, M&A, project management, and business development. He began his career in the financial services industry, working on due diligence, valuation reviews, and strategic research projects such as the South African Hydrogen Roadmap and Mobility 2030. He holds a B.Com in Accounting and a Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Management.

Career Focus:
Conrad is building his path as an infrastructure finance and investment professional, with a strong interest in the Just Energy Transition and the Just Automotive Transition. His focus is on combining finance, strategy, and entrepreneurship to drive inclusive skills development, compliance, and industrial re-growth in South Africa.

Entrepreneurship & Achievements:

• Founder of Wings Na Ma’Things, a fast-growing food truck brand that has scaled from a gazebo setup to multiple trailers, a permanent location, and national festival appearances (including DSTV Delicious International Food Festival).
• GIBS studentunder the GIBS | Standard Bank Youth-Forward Programme 2025
• Selected to join KPMG’s Mobility 2030 team, contributing to national discussions on future mobility.
• Elected the youngest member of the Business Colleague Forum at KPMG South Africa.
• Longstanding leadership history, including President of Orange Grove Interact Club (Rotary International) and Johannesburg Student Council (under the Mayor’s Office).

Community & Impact:
Conrad has spearheaded projects empowering unemployed women and youth in townships to form cooperatives and become economically active. He is passionate about creating sustainable business models that uplift communities while strengthening industry standards.

Vision:
Conrad is committed to accelerating the re-industrialization of South Africa’s automotive sector, while enabling safer, smarter, and more sustainable public transport solutions. He also seeks to inspire and support other entrepreneurs by bridging the gap between informal trade, compliance, and scalable business growth.

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Profile (Updated):

Conrad is an entrepreneur and corporate finance professional with experience across valuations, transaction services, M&A, strategy, and business development. He has worked on high-level research and policy projects such as the South African Hydrogen Roadmap and Mobility 2030, while also gaining hands-on entrepreneurial experience by building Wings Na Ma’Things, a food truck brand that has grown into a recognized player at national festivals and events. He holds a B.Com in Accounting and a Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Management.

Career Focus:
Conrad is passionate about combining finance, strategy, and entrepreneurship to support the growth of SMMEs and drive inclusive economic development. His goal is to be an indispensable partner in creating sustainable business models that strengthen compliance, unlock opportunities, and accelerate community-driven growth.

Entrepreneurship & Achievements:

Founder of Wings Na Ma’Things, scaled from a small setup to multiple trailers, a permanent site, and corporate partnerships.

Recipient of supplier development funding and growth support from Flight Centre Travel Group.

Selected to join KPMG’s Mobility 2030 team and elected as the youngest member of the Business Colleague Forum at KPMG South Africa.

Early leadership experience includes President of Orange Grove Interact Club (Rotary International) and Johannesburg Student Council (under the Mayor’s Office).

Community & Impact:
Conrad has led projects empowering unemployed women and youth in township areas to register cooperatives and become economically active. He continues to focus on capacity building, skills development, and mentorship as tools for driving long-term impact in local communities and small businesses.

Vision:
Conrad is committed to shaping strategies that enable entrepreneurs and SMMEs to thrive, while building ventures that are compliant, scalable, and impactful. He believes entrepreneurship and community upliftment are key to unlocking South Africa’s long-term economic resilience.