MEET THE

Eventful People

Eventful People researches and produces world-class events. We are passionate about connecting the ideas community.

Technology can be a powerful enabler, allowing organisations to transform operations, redefine customer experiences, and create competitive advantage. However, harnessing its potential is complex, challenging, and the benefits sometimes elusive.‍

So, how can you optimise the success of your initiatives? Where can you tap into the experience and insights of people who have faced and conquered challenges like yours?

At Eventful we truly believe in the power of people, which is why we bring together amazing people and showcase the incredible progress they’re driving. And what makes our events special is that we create an atmosphere that optimises connections, idea sharing, learning and growth.

Inneke Fourie

Managing Director

Andrea Erasmus

Production Director
Bio

Born and raised in the Eastern Cape, Andrea spent a few years in Cape Town before returning to her hometown of PE.
Since 2013, she has been an integral part of Eventful, leading the charge on research, content, and speaker management. Andrea is passionate about creating world-class, memorable conference agendas.
Outside of work, she’s a devoted mom to Ivy and Max, navigating the joyful chaos of family life with grace (and a pitch of stringent planning and organisation).

Dan Haynes

Customer Director
Bio

Dan Haynes was born in York, UK, and has called Cape Town home since the age of six. As the Customer Director at Eventful People since 2010, Dan is passionate about creating opportunities for business leaders to connect, learn, and drive innovation. A devoted family man, Dan balances his professional life with his love for adventure, particularly through ultra-marathon running. Whether at work or on the trails, Dan’s commitment to excellence and his drive to push boundaries define both his personal and professional life.

Sarah-Jane Geldenhuys

Senior Conference Producer & Marketing Manager
Bio

Sarah-Jane was born in Cape Town, lived in Johannesburg from the age of four, and recently moved back to the windy city. Known affectionately as SJ or Sunshine, Sarah-Jane thrives on the joy of learning new things. This passion fuels her dual role as Senior Conference Producer and Marketing Manager, where she combines creativity and strategy to produce impactful events.
A firm believer in equality, kindness, and empathy, Sarah-Jane is deeply committed to treating all people with respect and compassion. Outside of her professional life, she expresses her artistic side as both an artist and a DJ. She also cherishes spending quality time with her mixed bag of family and friends.

Stacey Olivier

Events Manager
Bio

Stacey is a Cape Tonian raised girl with a zest for life. She lives by a work hard-play hard approach.
She is creative, passionate and sees life in full colour. Her family is everything Stacey’s working background is diverse, from sales, air hostessing, super yachting, running a guest house and starting up her own, successful business in Johannesburg. After returning back home to Cape Town, she joined Eventful People as the Events Manager.

Lubabalo Losina

Data Analyst
Bio

Lubabalo has a diverse background that spans the banking sector, advertising industry, higher education institutions, and over six years of experience in the conference and events industry. With a foundation in marketing and an advanced diploma in the field, Lubabalo is a seasoned professional with a keen understanding of data building and administration, excelling in keeping data clean and relevant.

Lindsay Kelly

Speaker & Partner Care Manager
Bio

South African-born Lindsay spent a decade in the UK, primarily working in the restaurant industry. In 2010, she returned to South Africa and soon transitioned into a role in asset finance, where she gained valuable skills and experience. After a few years, she met her husband, started a family, and was fortunate enough to spend time at home with their three boys. During this period, she worked as an online English teacher, allowing her to maintain a flexible schedule around her family. Now, in the events industry, Lindsay has found true happiness, thriving in a role that allows her to interact with a diverse range of people. When she’s not working, Lindsay is busy being a mom, often found cheering on her boys from the sidelines of a field.

Martha Lombard

Finance Manager

Bridget Runnalls

Office Manager

Yolanda Bilang Haynes

Non-Executive Director

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