2. What we are:
ABOUT THE RISING STAR PROGRAMME
Rising Star has successfully recognised over 300 of the most talented young individuals
over the past four years in its programme in both South Africa and Kenya.
The Rising Star Programme is operated by BlackBark Productions, and is now in its
fifth year. It recognises, celebrates and connects young talented individuals who have
the capacity to excel in their chosen fields, and who contribute to the future of our
nature in an inspirational manner.
Rising Stars are more than just top performers with technical expertise – they are
polished, brilliant, and show tremendous promise as future leaders.
The Programme is a significant and sustainable vehicle through which organisations,
our country and our continent can identify and nurture these “organisational and
national assets” who are set to play a key role in shaping the future of our country
and our continent.
The Rising Star Programme is establishing a living community of young African talent
that will be developed, mentored and provided with platforms for development and
communication, therefore enabling them to become role models, opinion leaders
and the inspiration for other future African Talent.
SUMMIT
A gathering of the most talented young people acros the country - one where
they give their opinion on the future of business in SA.
Get involved and
The Rising Star Programme provides hope that South Africa’s young talent are indeed
our future leaders and specialists in turning the country around into a nation of high
performing talent ready to achieve excellence in raising our competitiveness as a country.
I salute the Rising Stars, their managers, mentors, family members and companies for
supporting them all the way to achieve this milestone in their careers.
Marius Meyer, CEO, SABPP
• Join the conversation!
• Present your brand as one that takes young talent development seriously
• Address this exclusive network directly
• Demonstrate what your organisation is doing to attract & retain high performance
individuals
• Present your EVP & positively impact your employer of choice status
H.E. Hon Bethel Nnaemeka Amadi
President Of The Pan African Parliament
speaks at the 2013 Rising Star Summit
3. ‘It gives one the opportunity to reflect on one’s successes and achievements, and to continue
to be inspired to reach for the Stars. I believe more organisation should put forward deserving
candidates for awards such as these as part of continuous professional development. It is
also a unique opportunity for organisations to position themselves as employers of choice,
as they support the development of young professionals.’
Ronnie Mulaudzi, 2015 Manufacturing, Retail & FMCG Rising Star
‘These awards have gained significant traction as a notable honour in a very short space of
time. Receiving an award of this nature is therefore an honour, and a welcome recognition
of accomplishment. The programme has the ability to uplift and motivate people to strive for
honours such as these, as well as create role models for up-and-coming talent to emulate.
This is important for industry growth, and for developing our future leaders.’
Ravi Nadasen, 2013 Tourism & Hospitality Rising Star
‘The Rising Star Programme provides a phenomenal platform for cross industry networking
amongst the winning candidates, which they would not otherwise have been exposed to.
Undoubtedly, in years to come, today’s Rising Stars will be Tomorrow’s Leaders and the
benefits of fostering relationships and networking will have an incredibly positive impact
on the way we do business in corporate South Africa.’
Andrew Jackson, 2014 Manufacturing, Retail & FMCG Rising Star
‘Awards such as these play a key role in shaping the future. Recognition for a job well
done is critical for the retention of remarkable talent, and this forum provides a platform
for companies to acknowledge and appreciate all individuals in the workplace who set
out to achieve higher than the mediocre.’
Siveshnie Moodley, 2013 Transport, Logistics & Security Rwising Star
‘Awards such as these play a significant role in creating networks, as well as keeping one
in touch with people – not only from the mining and minerals industry, but other industries
as well. I will use this award not only to network with this great group of people, but to
develop myself further as a leader, teacher and motivator.
Sandra Seabela, 2015 Mining & Minerals Rising Star
‘I appreciate awards such as Rising Star – our industry can be a very technical environment
where technical expertise and brilliance are more easily acknowledged and celebrated.
The Rising Star Awards create a more holistic platform for talent recognition and celebration.’
Adri De Beer, 2014 Energy & Chemicals Rising Star
The 2016 Programme
08:15-08:40 Registration, coffee, networking
08:45-09:10 Welcome address – ArcelorMittal SA
09:15-09:45 Keynote Address: The changing landscape of leadership: collaborating to empower
societal, financial and corporate change
09:45-10:45 Breakaway groups:
Employers demonstrate their collaboration case studies and EVPs to the Rising Stars, GradStars and audience.
• ArcelorMittal SA
• 3 more positions available
10:45-11:15 Coffee break & networking
11:15-12:30 Harnessing collaboration: the challenge for next-generation leaders
Panel discussion with Rising Stars followed by Q and A
12:30-14:00 Lunch & networking with entertainment and expo viewing including
Rising Star/GradStar Mentorship café to take place in exhibition area
14:00-15:30 How is collaborative leadership redefining global problems and providing new solutions?
21st century leaders breaking the mould – a CEO panel followed by Q and A
15:30-15:40 Closing remarks, BlackBark Productions
15:45-16:15 Tea
16:30-20:00 Drinks and networking
ArcelorMittal Rising Star Summit
September 28th, 2016 - Wanderers Club JHB
Harnessing the power of collaboration
2015 Rising Star Summit - 2015 Rising Star Panel Discussion.
Michelle Ramnath, General Manager: Consulting Services, Britehouse;
Lee Naik, MD, Accenture Digital; Kristel Sampson, Functional Lead, Standard Bank
Why we do this: Words from the stars
4. Sponsorship opportunities
The theme and panel of each breakaway session to be of a relevant theme
but to be decided by the sponsoring company.
Each panel to include 1 x Star, whether drawn from your own organisation or selected from our pool.
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE COMPONENTS GOLD SPONSOR SILVER SPONSOR BRONZE SPONSOR
You will be invited to be part of a panel
discussion from stage – live interaction with
the Stars
Yes N/A N/A
You will be invited to host a breakaway group
on an agreed (relevant) topic of your choice
Yes Yes N/A
Your branding will be carried on all event
advertising and PR
Yes Yes N/A
Opportunity to use event branding on your
press releases
Yes Yes Yes
Opportunity for you to mail the event
attendees after the event
Yes Yes Yes
Your branding and hyperlink from the
conference website to your website
Yes Yes Yes
Your branding to appear on the stage set Yes Yes N/A
An advertisement in the conference brochure Double Full Logo
Complimentary places at the Conference 20 10 5
Space for your display stand at the event Yes Yes Yes
Opportunity to place a gift/piece of
marketing material in the delegate packs
Yes Yes Yes
Free access to all photographs taken at the
event
Yes Yes Yes
First option to renew your sponsorship for
the following year
Yes Yes Yes
Your branding on post event mailer to all
attendees
Yes Yes Yes
Value of package R115 000.00 R60 000.00 R20 000.00
For more information please contact:
Laura Barker, MD: 021 788 2809 / laura@risingstar.co.za
Alister Swart, COO: 021 788 2768 / alister@risingstar.co.za
Carl Chothia, Senior Sales Manager: 021 788 2503 / carl@risingstar.co.za
Testimonials
The event was a “BLAST”! I am so grateful and feel blessed to have attended the summit.
This is an excellent concept, I am glad that you called me to attend.
Abraham Motsoane
Business Manager
Learning e-Varsity
I really enjoyed the summit and found it of value; you had some absolutely fantastic speakers,
and I thoroughly enjoyed listening to Peter Matlare from Tiger Brands - he is brilliant!!
Kathleen Fisher
Human Resources Manager
Grey SA
Thank you for your mail and for the very well organised Rising Star Summit. I definitely got great
benefit from attending the summit and look forward to more in the future.
Jackie Williams
Sales Director
Tsogo Sun
Example of 2015 Summit Publicity: The New Age, 26 October 2015
