6 NOVEMBER 2025

Programme Director

Mark Coetzee – Opening Keynote

Keynote Address:  A Journey to Success or Failure!

Join us for an inspiring keynote presentation by Mark Coetzee, a sought-after leader who has successfully run staffing businesses across five continents. Attendees have been eager for his insights, and we’re thrilled to deliver! In this engaging session, Mark will share how companies not only survived but thrived during challenging times. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a seasoned expert who knows how to turn challenges into opportunities!

Panel 1: Business Owner Discussion

From Challenges to Triumphs: Inspiring Journeys of South African Staffing Owners

Join us for an inspiring panel featuring successful South African staffing owners who will share their journeys of growth and resilience. These industry leaders will discuss how they expanded their businesses while navigating various challenges, from economic shifts to changing market demands. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the strategies that enabled them to maintain focus and drive growth, even in difficult times. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from their experiences and gather practical tips to apply to your own staffing business!

Tea

Break away Part 1- Suky Sodhi

The Contingency Model is Dying a Slow, Painful Death—Why Go Down With It?

(brought to you by Wages Corp)

The contingency model isn’t just outdated—it’s why too many agencies are stuck competing on price and chasing respect. If you think South African companies “won’t pay,” the truth is harder: they haven’t been shown your value, and contingency keeps you from proving it. In this workshop, we’ll dismantle the myths keeping recruiters in a race to the bottom and explore how the contained model builds stronger, higher-value partnerships. You’ll leave with a clear roadmap to craft your own unique value proposition, strategies to win commitment from clients, and insight into how this model opens the door to international business. Expect a candid, disruptive session with space for your questions.

Lunch

Breakaway Part 2- Mark Coetzee

Workshop Invitation: Navigating Change & Preparing Your Business for Success!

(brought to you by Wages Corp)

This closed-door session is for owners and executives determined to scale—whether across South Africa or beyond its borders.

Change is no longer an exception in business—it’s the norm. Markets shift, customer needs evolve, and technology reshapes industries overnight. The real question isn’t whether change will come, but how ready you and your business are to face it.

Join us for a dynamic and interactive workshop designed to help not only navigate change with confidence but also leverage it as a springboard for growth and success. The workshop includes proven frameworks and fresh thinking on how to adapt and thrive in changing environments. Practical, real-world examples that bring theory to life. Hands-on interactive discussions that put you in the driver’s seat. Actionable strategies you can take back and apply to your business immediately. This isn’t just another talk about change—it’s a guided experience that will challenge your perspective, sharpen your skills, and leave you equipped to turn uncertainty into opportunity.

Tea

Panel 2: Client Panel Discussion

Fireside Chat: What Clients Are Really Looking For In A Business Partner

Hear directly from leading clients as they share what they truly value in a staffing partner. This candid conversation will dig into how agencies can move beyond being seen as vendors and become trusted advisors. Our confidence—and the missteps that lose it. They’ll also offer their perspective on how talent needs are evolving and what the future of work means for collaboration. Walk away with clear, actionable insight into how to build stronger, longer-lasting client relationships.

APSO Industry Awards – Launch Announcement  

The Staffing Excellence Awards honor proud South African trailblazers whose contributions are shaping the recruitment market. These awards recognize those setting new standards of excellence locally while amplifying South Africa’s presence and influence across borders. Recipients embody innovation, integrity, and the vision to define the future of staffing for years to come.

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Drinks

Unwind and connect with peers over drinks as the day transitions into an evening of conversation and celebration. This is your chance to speak directly with summit speakers, exchange ideas with fellow leaders, and congratulate the winners of the Staffing Excellence Awards. Expect lively discussion, new connections, and the kind of insights that only happen offstage.

**While we aim to stick to this programme, there may be some adjustments**