Your Team
Rudolph Pieterse
Rudolph Pieterse holds a degree in Information Science, is a certified AI specialist, and is the founder of Multidimensions, a pioneering creative and media technology company established in 2009. He is also the co-founder of the specialist AI training company called FutureAI, helping businesses across the world adopt AI. He has trained thousands of corporate professionals, entrepreneurs and individuals to harness AI for practical, measurable results. A sought-after keynote speaker at conferences and industry events, Rudolph is recognised for delivering training that stays at the forefront of emerging AI technologies. His philosophy is simple: AI is not a replacement for human potential, but an amplifier of creativity, productivity and excellence. His practical, implementation-focused approach empowers people and organisations to embrace AI with confidence.
JEANINE SCHWARTZ
Jeanine Schwartz holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Marketing with a passion for helping businesses grow. She’s worked with a diverse range of clients to generate high-quality leads and drive real results. Her expertise lies in creating strategic marketing campaigns and leveraging data-driven insights to enhance customer engagement. She thrives on helping businesses connect with the right audience and achieve sustainable growth.
MARINA MENTZ
With a Bachelor’s degree in Information Design and over 25 years of experience in the creative industry, Marina brings a powerful combination of design expertise, creative thinking, and a passion for emerging technology to Future AI.
As an experienced designer, AI trainer, and Canva Certified Trainer, she bridges the gap between traditional creativity and the exciting possibilities of artificial intelligence. Her approach is practical, engaging, and refreshingly human, helping businesses and individuals embrace AI with confidence, streamline their workflows, and unlock new levels of creativity and productivity.
For Marina, AI isn’t about replacing creativity. It’s about amplifying it.
JOHAN WILHELM STEGMANN
With over 20 years in the technical industry, Johan Wilhelm Stegmann has built a career driving business growth through technology and innovation.
As the visionary behind FutureAI, he now leads The AI Power Experience and AI adoption initiatives across South Africa and Africa, helping businesses turn artificial intelligence into practical tools for growth.
With strong business insight and technical expertise, Johan is positioning FutureAI as a catalyst for AI-driven innovation in the region.
TANYA TAYLOR
With 20+ years in live TV sports production and 5 years as an online coach, Tanya Taylor blends high-performance execution with digital strategy. Passionate about AI, she empowers individuals and businesses to use smart digital tools to work more efficiently, creatively, and confidently for long-term success.
Carike Botha
Carike Botha is the founder and director of Lumanta and an experienced technology consultant specialising in Microsoft 365, Power Platform and AI. With over 15 years of experience in technology adoption and change management, she helps organisations turn complex technology into practical solutions. A passionate speaker, consultant and community organiser, Carike brings warmth, creativity and real world experience to every engagement, empowering people to build confidence, embrace innovation and make technology work better for them.
RUTH CHUNGA
Ruth Chunga is a Canva pro, procurement professional and curious mind passionate about creativity, strategy and AI. At FutureAI, she combines practical thinking with creative flair to help individuals and teams confidently embrace digital tools and work smarter. With a special interest in AI security and governance, Ruth champions technology that amplifies human potential. She believes the future belongs to those who blend human creativity with technology, boldly, responsibly and with a little imagination.
MICHAEL FORD
With over 20 years of experience in hospitality and more than a decade in event coordination, Michael brings creativity, organisation and a people-first approach to FUTUREAI. As an Events Coordinator and Hostess, she specialises in event planning, setup and consulting, turning ideas into memorable experiences. Her background in small business development strengthens her practical, solutions-driven mindset. Passionate about making AI accessible, Michael enjoys helping people understand its potential while bringing people, ideas and opportunities together.
James LEWIS
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JEANETTE JONKER
With over 35 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management, Jeanette brings a wealth of expertise in strategic sourcing, commercial negotiations, supplier relationship management, and business analytics. Throughout her career, she has successfully designed and implemented procurement strategies that reduced costs, enhanced operational performance, and delivered long-term business value.
Driven by a passion for innovation and continuous improvement, Jeanette combines deep procurement knowledge with digital and AI-powered solutions to uncover opportunities, improve decision making, and increase organisational efficiency. She is committed to helping businesses embrace transformative technologies, enabling teams with the skills, tools, and insights required to succeed in a rapidly evolving business environment.
DIETER VAN DEN BERGH
After two decades working across international and local consumer brands, Dieter now blends commercial expertise with modern e-commerce and digital strategy. He helps businesses implement practical AI systems that improve efficiency, enhance creativity, and drive scalable growth through real-world application.
Johanna Spanoudis
Johanna Spanoudis CA(SA) is a Strategic CFO, Finance Transformation Leader, and Certified Life, Health & Wellness Coach who works at the intersection of business performance, leadership, and human resilience. With over two decades of experience across financial services, banking, insurance, and multinational corporations, she has partnered with CEOs, Boards, and executive teams to drive financial transformation, strengthen governance, and lead organizations through complex change.
Passionate about the future of leadership in the AI era, Johanna combines strategic finance, transformation leadership, and human-centered performance principles to help individuals and organizations adapt, grow, and thrive in fast-changing environments. Her philosophy is simple: strong businesses are built by strong people.
Theuns Holtshousen
Consulting partner
Theuns Holtshousen is a technology and business transformation leader with 22 years of experience driving growth, innovation and change across Africa.
He specialises in AI adoption strategies, helping organisations translate emerging technologies into practical business value through people, processes and technology. Combining commercial acumen with a passion for human-centred change, Theuns empowers leaders and teams to embrace AI, redesign workflows and build future-ready organisations that deliver measurable business outcomes.