Room 13 project raises funds with captains of industry
The event, labelled Rockin' for Room 13, was a charity event aimed at raising funds for Room 13, which aims to develop the art, life and entrepreneurial skills of South Africa's disadvantaged youth. Art becomes not just a medium of self-expression but a lightning rod to develop their self-esteem and sense of purpose. Its unique approach of having each studio run by the schoolchildren themselves, as a business, is a sentiment that spoke to the performers.
Reg Lascaris, regional president of TBWA\Africa\Middle East said, "It was a great opportunity to raise funds for a worthwhile cause and have our 'captains of industry' showcase the very artistic skills they are trying to nurture in the Room 13 students."
Performers
- Reg Lascaris - chairman, TBWA\ Africa
Ben Kruger - joint CEO, Standard Bank
Peter Matlare - CEO, Tiger Brands
Clem Sunter - Scenario planner
Gareth Cliff - 5fm presenter & Idols judge
Rowan Smith - director, Shanduka
Ian Fuhr - founder & CEO, Sorbet
Dave Munro - CE, Standard Bank Corporate & Investment Banking
Peter Schoeman - divisional director: sales & marketing, City Lodge Hotels
Alistair Dooley - divisional financial director, City Lodge Hotels
Lee-Ann Shepherd - marketing director, Diners Club
Hester Hahn - marketing projects & events manager, Diners Club
Jen Su - radio presenter: 5FM and The Hollywood Report
Neil Hobkirk - marketing director, Appletiser Paul Edward - founder and CEO, EMP