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TAKING THE REIGNS

AS SOLE CEO AT ZUTARI

Engineering design and advisory services company Zutari has announced that Teddy Daka is appointed as its sole chief executive officer , bringing to an end the dual role he has shared over the last year with Dr Gustav Rohde .

Dr Rohde now steps into a deputy chief executive role with responsibility for culture , strategy and new business ventures . Daka will , in addition to leading the company , drive Zutari ’ s growth initiatives , its focused client management programme and digital transformation journey .
The two seasoned executives have worked together very well over the last 15 years in different capacities within the legacy firms of Zutari .
Daka recently initiated some structural changes in the organisation , positioning the company for growth . “ Zutari ’ s new market-focused structure will strengthen our commitment to provide value to our clients – focusing on what our clients need , rather than what we offer ,” he comments .
“ The changes we have made will enable us to be more fit for the future , support our growth strategy and allow us to leverage our footprint even further . We remain committed to working with our partners in delivering solutions to some of the world ’ s challenging problems today ,” concludes Daka .
“ Working as co-CEO with Teddy over the last year has ensured a seamless transition in our leadership . We are a 90-year-old , proudly African company with a strong heritage and client relationships . I am excited about the future and look forward to continue supporting Teddy ,” says Dr Rohde , who has a 20-year tenure leading Zutari in Africa .
As engineering consultants and trusted advisors , Zutari co-creates an engineered impact that enables environments , communities and economies to thrive . Few others can match their local capacity , long-standing presence and understanding of the challenges required to operate successfully across various regions in Africa and the Middle East .
They have created an impact across Africa since 1932 and remain committed to this continent , making them a suited partner to those less familiar with working in Africa . They are experienced in international projects and their global design centres allow them to bring world-class solutions to their clients .
As a private management-owned company , their commitment is true and they have vested interest in their clients ’ success . Their strong relationships allow them to
Zutari connect the right expertise , processes and resources to
match client ’ s needs and bring stakeholders that have shared interests together . RACA
Zutari chief executive officer , Teddy Daka .
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