Ramarumo Lebepe

Visionary Enterprise Development Specialist with over 20 years of proven success in designing, managing, and scaling SMME development programs. Skilled at bridging grassroots entrepreneurs with institutional funding, markets, and government support. Recognized for securing strategic contracts (SEDFA, NYDA, Fetola Foundation, Innovation Hub) and delivering measurable socio-economic impact.

Trusted advisor, mentor, and facilitator with expertise in capacity building, compliance, and ecosystem acceleration.

Manager: Enterprise Development - Tshira Emporium

(2023-01)

• Directed ecosystem acceleration services for scaling SMMEs.
• Designed business plans and executed funding applications.
• Led feasibility studies and due diligence for market entry.
• Facilitated training programs to strengthen operational capacity.

Business Mentor - The Innovation Hub (eKasi Lab)

(2025-09)

• Evaluated innovation projects and business proposals for viability.
• Provided strategic consulting to optimize incubator operations.
• Designed and delivered training for early-stage entrepreneurs.
• Mentored SMMEs to accelerate market readiness and sustainability.

Business Mentor - Fetola Foundation (SAB Foundation Tholoane Programme)

(2021-05)

• Delivered strategic advisory and growth strategies to entrepreneurs.
• Conducted due diligence and risk diagnostics for SMMEs.
• Guided compliance and governance structures for sustainability.

Business Advisor - Small Enterprise Development and Finance Agency (SEDFA)

(2007-04 - 2011-07)

• Supported SMEs with tailored advisory services.
• Facilitated access to funding and investment pathways.
• Conducted diagnostic assessments and recovery interventions.
• Monitored performance improvements and economic impact.

Project Manager - Gwala Training Services

(2011-08 - 2013-12)

• Directed training schedules and logistics for skills rollouts.
• Managed facilitators, assessors, and moderators.
• Controlled budgets and ensured compliance with ETDP SETA.

Business Advisor - Limpopo Business Development Agency (LIBSA)

(2005-03 - 2007-03)

• Authored business plans and investment-ready profiles.
• Guided grassroots entrepreneurs through registration processes.
• Delivered foundational training for regional SMMEs.

Director - Marumo Tax & Business Consultants

(1999-01 - 2004-12)

• Provided early-stage business structuring and tax compliance.
• Supported corporate registration and statutory filings.

Bachelor of Commerce - Economics - University of Limpopo (1993-01 - 1997-12)