Mark Sham: Marketing Speaker

  • Founder and CEO of Suits & Sneakers, a social enterprise dedicated to revolutionizing education.
  • Founder of The Tryst, a multi-purpose content creation hub in Johannesburg.
  • Founder of Like a Tourist, a venture focusing on creating unique travel content in South Africa.
  • Speaker at notable events such as the EOH Finance Indaba and the CEO Series with Lee Naik.

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  • Travels from: Johannesburg
  • **Fee range: 50,000 - 75,000

Mark Sham is a dynamic entrepreneur, author, and speaker from South Africa, renowned for his passionate advocacy of informal education and his commitment to supporting small businesses. Despite being expelled from school at 17 and lacking formal education, Mark mastered the world of informal learning, leveraging his experiences and self-taught knowledge to propel his career […]

Mark Sham is a dynamic entrepreneur, author, and speaker from South Africa, renowned for his passionate advocacy of informal education and his commitment to supporting small businesses. Despite being expelled from school at 17 and lacking formal education, Mark mastered the world of informal learning, leveraging his experiences and self-taught knowledge to propel his career forward. He is the founder of several innovative ventures, including Suits & Sneakers, The Tryst, and Like a Tourist.

Mark Sham | Marketing Disruption Speaker

Suits & Sneakers is a social enterprise dedicated to revolutionizing education. It hosts events and creates content aimed at promoting lifelong learning through informal education, believing in the power of continuous learning to stay relevant in today’s fast-paced world.

The Tryst is a multi-purpose content creation hub located in Johannesburg, featuring a hybrid event space, video studios, training areas, and a bar. It serves as a collaborative space for bold brands and innovative ideas, helping individuals and companies create meaningful and engaging content.

Like a Tourist focuses on creating unique travel content that highlights the beauty and diverse experiences available in South Africa, aiming to inspire both locals and visitors to explore and appreciate the country’s many hidden gems.

Mark’s entrepreneurial journey is remarkable, given his unconventional path to success. He speaks with a ferocious energy and passion, adept at synthesizing broad-based thinking into formats that audiences can understand. He is not only creating awareness around his vision to change education and training in South Africa but also forging a network of entrepreneurs and corporate businesses to champion these causes.

Mark has spoken at various notable events, including the EOH Finance Indaba and the CEO Series with Lee Naik. He has been invited to speak at events hosted by companies such as EOH, City Logistics, and Standard Bank.

Event planners should consider booking Mark Sham for their next event because of his unique perspective on education and entrepreneurship. His talks are insightful, humorously delivered, and filled with thought-provoking messages. He has a proven track record of captivating audiences and leaving them energized and inspired. His passion for transforming education and his commitment to lifelong learning make him a valuable addition to any event.

In summary, Mark Sham is a passionate entrepreneur and speaker who is making significant strides in revolutionizing education through his various ventures. His story of overcoming adversity and using unconventional means to achieve success serves as an inspiration to many aspiring entrepreneurs and lifelong learners. His dynamic speaking style and commitment to lifelong learning make him a sought-after speaker for events focused on education, entrepreneurship, and innovation.

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