The second episode of RAPT BizTrends focused on the informal economy, a key growth trend reshaping the South Africa’s and Africa's economies. Often referred to as the grey economy, this is brimming with potential. Afropreneur, marketer, speaker, and author on the subject, GG Alcock, unpacked how trends are shaping the informal economy, why it's crucial for businesses and communities, and what it all means for the future of South Africa's growth. BizTrendsTV is a collaboration between Bizcommunity, Rapt Creative and The Real-Networks consortium. Available on multimedia platforms, including YouTube, podcasts and social media. Diarise BizTrendsTV dropping last Tuesday of every month at 8am on Bizcommunity’s official website https://www.bizcommunity.com/ and via The Real Network digital platforms / @therealnetworkpodcast . About Bizcommunity: Bizcommunity is South Africa’s leading B2B news platform, providing industry insights, business trends, and market intelligence to professionals across multiple sectors. About Rapt Creative: Rapt Creative is a strategic creative agency specialising in brand storytelling, digital innovation and content production. About The Real-Networks Consortium: The Real-Networks consortium is a collaborative hub of media and production experts dedicated to shaping the future of business content. About Bronwyn Williams: Global keynote speaker and media commentator on future trends and economic trajectories, columnist and author, Bronwyn’s credentials include qualifications in Marketing Management, Economics, Foresight, Future Studies and a Masters in Applied Economics.
Bizcommunity, in partnership with South Africa's leading business trend consultants, Flux Trends, hosted a virtual event titled 'Towards New North and New Narratives' on Thursday, 28 January 2021. The virtual event was part of Bizcommunity's January BizTrends Report, which annually features 100s of trend predictions from industry thought leaders across 19 sectors. A dynamic and diverse crew selected to steer the most relevant new narratives for a new decade, was led by trend doyen Dion Chang with the intention of providing a balance between the inspirational and operational trends for business audiences.
This industry-wide initiative for conversations around sustainable solutions to common issues facing SA’s marketers and marketeers, to future-proof the industry, is made possible by the Association for Communication and Advertising. Join the ACA at www.acasa.co.za | www.bizcommunity.com/ACACaresCovid19
The SA Innovation Summit, Africa's largest startup event, provides various platforms for developing and showcasing African innovation, as well as facilitating thought-leadership. This year, the virtual summit brings together top entrepreneurs, investors, corporates, policymakers and thought leaders to support startups and inspire sustained economic growth across Africa.

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