Lara Rosmarin is the Head of Entrepreneur Development and Incubation at UVU Accelerate. With a background in Social Science and Clinical Psychology, she began her career in behavioural risk management before transitioning to the NGO sector, where she advised leading South African companies on Corporate Social Investment (CSI) strategies. A passionate advocate for entrepreneurship, Lara has held leadership roles at Seed Academy and Seed Engine, empowering entrepreneurs to drive meaningful change. At UVU Accelerate, she continues to champion innovation and support entrepreneurs in building a future-fit society.

Suhana Bisnath is the Head of Strategy & Product Design at UVU Accelerate, where she leads initiatives that drive sustainable growth and innovation across diverse sectors. With a background in founding and scaling businesses in manufacturing, agriculture, beauty, and property, Suhana combines strategic expertise with a passion for community empowerment. Her global experience and commitment to enterprise development have positioned her as a key leader in fostering impactful solutions for African entrepreneurs.

Hayley Sylvester is the Operations Manager at UVU Accelerate, with a strong background in Operational Leadership and Partnership Management. She specializes in optimising operational efficiency and leading high-performing teams. With extensive experience in project delivery and driving innovative programs that promote growth and sustainability, Hayley is dedicated to fostering collaboration and achieving measurable outcomes in all aspects of her work. Her leadership ensures that every initiative is executed with precision and impact.

Having been in the travel industry for 13 years has given Riyanah the ability to work well with people and recognize their needs. She is now utilizing her abilities to make a positive contribution CiTi as an organization and clients.

She enjoys being out in nature, long walks, long drives, a good cup of tea and good conversation. She is a people’s person and has a genuine interest in people and their lives.

Life quote: If you’re only good to those who are good to you then what good are you – Shayhk Ninowy

Bronwyn Marks, Project Manager at UVU Accelerate, holds a BTech in Public Management and brings a wealth of experience from both government and corporate sectors. With a strong focus on project management, Bronwyn leads entrepreneurial programs that foster growth and empower participants. Her dedication to teamwork and delivering results ensures that each project she oversees contributes meaningfully to the success of the entrepreneurs she supports.