Automotive Business Review February 2015 | Page 58

AIDC Guess the Celebrity Guess the Celebrity Competition T he Automotive Industry Development Centre (Pty) Ltd (AIDC) is a Gauteng provincial government-owned proprietary company established to primarily provide support to the South African automotive industry in its drive for global competitiveness. It is the AIDC’s mission to serve the South African automotive industry, government departments and government agencies to: • Grow the global competitiveness of the Gauteng province specifically as well as the South African automotive industry Te n Qu est i on s for our celebrity guest: 1. Main activity at the company: Franchise & Technical Director 7. Generic dislikes: Lack of dedication during projects 2. Date and Place of Birth: March 1973 in Vredenburg 8. 3. 9. 4. Favourite music: Anything 80’s Favourite sport and / or hobby: Rugby / Triathlon 6. This month’s mystery celebrity is known for his special touch when it comes to the technicalities of directing franchise owners in the parts retail game Favourite place in the world: Anywhere with my whole family 5. • Support the government’s industrial development related objectives; and Contribute to government and industry goals of continuous growth and sustainable job creation and skills development Life philosophy: Don’t hold back for anyone; if you believe you can do, then you can! Favourite food/meal and drink: Lasagne / Beer • Favourite car: Aston Martin 10. Greatest achievement to date: Fatherhood To see the full transcript of the answers to the questions go to www.abrbuzz.co.za answer on page 58 | words in action 56 FEBRUARY 2015