Show notes
About this episode
This week’s episode featured Zibusiso Mkhwanazi, Founder of Avatar Agency group. During the podcast we took a deep dive into his compelling origin story. What makes Zibusiso’s story so compelling is not just that he started Africa’s biggest black-owned agency, but also how much of a social entrepreneur he is.
Through his foundation – The Mkhwanazi Foundation – Zibusiso continues to give back through mentorship. This episode is for the founder who is three years in and exhausted. For the young person from a township who does not yet believe their postcode is an asset, not a liability. And for anyone who has ever been told that the advertising industry — or any industry — was not built for them.
About our Guest
Zibusiso Mkhwanazi is an award-winning entrepreneur, author, and Executive Chairman of M+N, CEO and Founder of Avatar Agency Group, one of Africa’s leading black-owned integrated marketing and advertising agencies. His journey from humble beginnings to industry trailblazer is a testament to vision, discipline, faith, and a deep commitment to unlocking African creativity for the world.
Connect with Zibusiso Mkhwanazi on LinkedIn and InstagramLinks to ResourcesAvatar Agency Group: https://avataragency.co.za/
The Mkwanazi Foundation: https://mkhwanazi.co.za/
Business by Grace (book): https://mkhwanazi.co.za/product/business-by-grace/
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