Samke Mhlongo is a commercialisation strategist, global speaker and bestselling author, trusted to lead high-level conversations as MC and moderator across corporate, financial and institutional stages.

Her work has taken her across 12 countries, leading conversations across finance and investment, fintech, sales and strategy. She brings nearly two decades of professional experience spanning private banking, brand strategy and commercial advisory — including a seven-year tenure at Investec Private Bank — giving her the commercial fluency to engage senior leaders, interrogate complex subject matter and move comfortably between the boardroom and the main stage.

Beyond the stage, Samke is the founder of The Next Chapter Global, where she advises subject-matter experts and business leaders on strategic positioning, thought leadership and the commercialisation of expertise. Her debut book, Ringfence, is a national bestseller.

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