Tunde is an experienced banker and finance professional who gained experience with blue chip financial institutions, including Citibank and Standard Bank, in different geographies. During the course of his career Tunde has gained extensive experience in operations management, corporate banking, asset based finance and risk management. Tunde graduated from the London School of Economics with an LLB (Hons.) and has an MBA from Columbia Business School.
Never has more than 26 years’ corporate leadership experience and has held senior positions at Delta, Innscor and Spar Zambia Limited. He holds a Bachelor of Accountancy Honours Degree from the University of Zimbabwe and a Master of Business Administration from Midlands State University. He is a Chartered Secretary and a fellow of both the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators, and the Institute of Directors Zimbabwe. He has further qualifications in the Management Development Programme and Executive Development Programme with Cape Town Business School.
Ignatius T. Mpando currently hold the position of Chief Operating Officer of Dandemutande Investments (Pvt) Limited. He joined the organisation in June 2015 as a Core Network Engineer. He moved to Business & Product Development before becoming the General Manager for Utande Internet Services. Prior to that he was a Billing Engineer at MWEB Zimbabwe. Ignatius has been involved in billing, revenue assurance, network engineering, product development, business development, project management and corporate strategic decision-making. He is a certified Project Manager (PMP), graduate of the University of Zimbabwe with a Bachelor of Business Studies & Computing Science (BBSCT) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA). Ignatius is also the recipient of the 2022, Top 20 Young CEOs in Zimbabwe award by CEO Africa Roundtable.
Lorraine has more than 15 years experience in the Telecommunications Industry within the Sales and Marketing field. She has built vast Key business relationships and oversees Dandemutande’s Regional and International customers in Southern Africa and the UAE. In 2021 she received the Top 200 Retail Wholesale Value Chain Business Leaders Award from the Confederation of Zimbabwe Retailers. She holds a Bachelors Degree in Marketing with Zimbabwe Open University and a Masters Degree in Business Leadership with The University of Zimbabwe. Lorraine is also a Certified Digital Marketer with the University of Cape Town, South Africa.
Augustine Banda is a seasoned Business Development and Commercial Executive with over 23 years of experience spanning multiple industries in four different countries. Holding an MBA (York St John University) amongst other qualifications, Augustine has completed Executive programs with Duke (FAQUA), EDHEC, Harvard Business School and GIBS School of Business where he developed a strong foundation in business strategy, development and growth.
Augustine is a proud Rotarian, Honorary Special Trade Envoy for Malawi and was a Commissionaire for the African Union (AU) amongst other Board position. His extensive experience as a director spans across industries that include finance, mining, construction, security, FMCG, technology and consultancy for blue chip organizations within the SADC Region underscoring his leadership and advisory expertise.
Miriam Banda is an accomplished commercial professional with over 15 years of experience in strategy development, pipeline building, and opportunity management within the ISP sector in Malawi. With a proven track record in structuring and executing business strategies. Miriam served as a Senior Sales Executive overseeing sales operations in one of Malawi’s leading ISP sector players for 9 years.
Miriam’s career highlights include her roles as Director of Galactic Investment Group since 2011 and Global Core since 2019, where she has been instrumental in driving strategic initiatives into sectors that include mining, financial services, e-commerce and FMCG.
Miriam’s educational background includes Business Management and Entrepreneurship, Business Foundations, and advanced training in Complex Solutions & Account Management with institutions such as Alison, Wharton School (University of Pennsylvania), Strathem Bryce International and Management Development Center (Malawi University of Business Sciences).
Malumbo Edmund Gad Hami is a Marketing and Sales professional who has gained valuable experience through various roles, including as an Analyst and as a brand promoter where he contributed to strategic development and market research.
Malu is the main driver of sales and marketing in Utande Malawi and brings several certifications including AI and Business entrepreneurship to his role in the business. Recognized for his academic excellence, he was a top achiever in his BCom Honors program and is a member of the Golden Key International Honor Society. He holds a BCom Honors in Business Management and a BCom in Business Management. His proficiency spans across strategic management, financial planning, econometric and statistical analysis, and digital marketing.
Tamandani Natalia Banda is a dynamic professional with a track record of impactful leadership, brand representation and entrepreneurship. Tamandani has had commendable success in both corporate roles and personal ventures where she has been involved in the establishment of sustainable businesses in Malawi with customers from across the globe. In her time as Malawi Chapter Head of the Pan African Game Changers, Tamandani played a pivotal role in mentoring and leading young women. She has also served as a Brand Ambassador for various organizations, showcasing her versatility and ability to influence public audience.
Her career spans across various roles, including sales, customer experience and marketing. Her ability to balance customer service with operational tasks has made her a valuable asset in every position she has held.
Tamandani’s achievements are underpinned by her solid academic foundation. She hold a Diploma in Business Administration from Oxford College. With her strong skills in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, she continues to bring innovation and dedication to her work.
We would love to hear from you. Please provide your details below
should you require further information regarding any of the following.
© 2024 Utande Private Limited. All rights reserved