is a registered social worker with a Master’s degree in Psychology from the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) and a PhD in English literature from the University of Cape Town. Before being appointed HCI Foundation (HCIF)’s CEO in 2011, she taught at Wits and Stellenbosch University in organisational development and English literature, respectively. In addition, she consulted in organisational development and industrial relations. She stepped down as CEO of HCIF towards the end of 2019 but remained on the board of trustees. She is currently the chairperson of the HCIF.