Tomorrow's Leaders speakers offer international, ethical insight

According to Vusi Pikoli, former director of the National Prosecuting Authority and now director of forensics at the Gobodo group, it has been proved that successful companies that sustain their success are those that invest in ethical and moral leadership. He will cover this topic under the 'transformational leadership' keynote address at the convention.

"Today it has been proven that successful, sustainable companies are those that invest in ethical and moral leadership. Companies that are not innovative, that do not change, that do not adapt to the changing economic and business environment become extinct and disappear from the business landscape," he said.

He added that the "current generation of genuine transformational leaders" must work themselves out of leadership by talent scouting and being prepared to let go when the time comes "and not cling to power lest they be tempted to abuse it. Leaders must learn to let go and nurture young and developing talent. Learning and development is a continuous process and transformation has no ceiling, it is infinite."

Becoming competitive

As South Africa becomes increasingly integrated in the global economy, local competition will intensify as the top global companies from around the world seek to capitalize on the increasingly lucrative South African marketplace. Adami will be developing this theme when he addresses South Africa's future CEOs on the challenge the company must meet to succeed in its new competitive environment.

With SAB facing its first strong competition in decades, winning South Africa's 21st century beer wars will depend on the group's ability to raise its game in serving South African consumers, retailers and society.

The one-day convention is hosted by Leadership magazine. For more information, go to www.tomorrowsleaders.co.za