I completed my studies at the University of the Free State with a BSc Agric. (Hons – Nutrition). I started my working career in December 1997 and at a later stage completed my studies at the Nelson Mandela University in the MBA field. My working career started as a Dairy Advisor for Parmalat SA in December 1997. I joined various feed companies during my working career which included Molatek, Meadow, De Heus, 4 Mix International and The Co-op. My roles at these companies varied from Technical Advisor to Branch Manager. I am currently employed by Agraya GmbH as the Business Development Manager – Africa. I am married to my wife Bernadine and 2 sons Andrew and Stefan. I enjoy the outdoors and like to do some fishing, camping, mountain biking and running.