Wilo Southern Africa launched 2025 with a dynamic three-day kick-off meeting, emphasizing the core values of Creating, Caring, and Connecting. The event brought together teams from across the region to set the tone for a successful year ahead.
The meeting opened with an engaging keynote presentation by Matthew Magwede, Group Director for Middle & Southern Africa. Magwede outlined strategic goals for 2025, inspiring the team with a vision centered on growth, collaboration, and innovation. This was followed by insightful sessions led by regional leaders from various departments, focusing particularly on sales strategies and performance optimization.
A highlight of the event was a motivational talk by guest speaker Grant Gavin. His powerful message on overcoming self-imposed barriers resonated deeply with attendees, encouraging them to adopt a growth mindset and embrace challenges as opportunities.
Team-building activities played a crucial role in fostering camaraderie and collaboration. Participants engaged in creative war cries, spear throwing, and target shooting, activities designed to strengthen teamwork and boost morale. The unique theme, “This is Africa,” added a special flair to the event, with the picturesque venue featuring Zebra and Giraffe roaming freely, offering a distinct African touch.
The event culminated in a memorable awards evening, celebrating outstanding achievements across the organization. The ceremony recognized individuals and teams whose dedication and hard work in 2024 set new benchmarks for excellence. A delightful dinner followed, providing a perfect conclusion to the inspiring event.
Wilo Southern Africa extended heartfelt gratitude to colleagues who traveled from various regions of Africa, and to Ahmed Farouk, whose journey from the UAE highlighted his unwavering support for the team. Special thanks were also directed to Grant Gavin for his invaluable contribution, leaving the team motivated and equipped with a success-driven mindset.
Congratulations to all the award winners for their remarkable accomplishments. Their commitment and excellence throughout 2024 are truly commendable, setting the stage for another year of growth and success for Wilo Southern Africa.