Petru Venter
About Petru Venter
Petru Venter serves as the Distribution Director at BrightRockZA, where he has worked since 2016. He has a diverse background in product management and account management across various companies and holds a Master's Degree in International Business Management.
Work at BrightRockZA
Petru Venter has served as the Distribution Director at BrightRockZA since 2016. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing distribution strategies and enhancing the company's market presence. His experience in various leadership positions has contributed to the development of effective distribution channels and partnerships within the organization.
Current Role at Gilbert & Gaillard
In addition to his role at BrightRockZA, Petru Venter has been the General Manager at Gilbert & Gaillard since 2018. He manages operations and strategic initiatives, focusing on growth and efficiency in the Stellenbosch location. His leadership has been instrumental in driving the company's objectives forward.
Education and Expertise
Petru Venter completed his B Com Honours in Marketing at the University of Johannesburg from 1992 to 1994. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master’s Degree in International Business Management from the University of Groningen in 1998. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his roles in marketing and business development.
Professional Background
Petru Venter has a diverse professional background with experience in various roles across different companies. He worked as a Product Owner and ScrumMaster at MXit Lifestyle from 2008 to 2011, and as an Account Manager at Image Semantics Ltd in London from 2004 to 2005. His career includes positions at MiX Telematics, DVT, and Dimension Data, where he developed skills in product management, account management, and marketing analysis.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current positions, Petru Venter held several significant roles. He was a Senior Product Manager at MiX Telematics for one year from 2014 to 2015 and worked as an Account Manager at DVT from 2012 to 2014. His earlier experience includes a two-year tenure as a Marketing and Interactive Analyst at Dimension Data from 2001 to 2003, where he contributed to marketing strategies and analysis.