Red Hot June 2013 | Page 8

MEET THE CREW Ann Sowden With a burning passion for detail and a ‘can do’ attitude, Ann relishes the challenge of complex logistics. This is hardly surprising; considering she started out as a computer programmer before moving on to join a river rafting company which was sold to the Felix Unite Tourism Group. Channelling her love for project management, Ann then started Chameleon Indabas which subsequently, along with Red Hot Events and Classic Cape Catering, merged to become the Red Hot Events and Hiring now known as a leading operator in this field. 7 Johan Shepherd Liezel Short Red Hot’s resident style guru, Johan’s talent for crafting exquisite interiors and food has seen him travel the globe bringing glamour and style to everything he touches. Having earned her stripes (literally) as a Captain in the SANDF, Liezel has channelled her natural ability for creating order and harmony into her role at Red Hot, with predictably outstanding results. With his trademark flair for creating a unique look and feel that brings each client’s brief to life, Johan’s perfectionist attitude ensures every element is in place to create a breathtaking impression. As a trained logistician and having done time managing hospitality during her time serving the army forces, Liezel’s personality as a punctual perfectionist has found the ideal outlet in pairing the right performance with a matching event. Flamboyant, glamorous and entirely original, Johan’s attention to detail is legendary, as are the creations that results from it. This is why he’s considered the secret weapon! With an unorthodox eye for original combinations that create lasting impressions, this crew member’s touch of magic brings sound and sight together in dazzling balance.