Johannesburg: A Business Traveller’s Guide

Johannesburg: A Business Traveller’s Guide

Nestled on the high plateau of the Highveld region, some 1,700 m above sea level, Johannesburg (often called Jo’burg or Jozi) is South Africa’s economic powerhouse. Founded in 1886 following the gold rush, it quickly grew into a magnet for commerce, drawing people from across the continent. In this guide, we take you through navigating Johannesburg’s unique business ecosystem, share practical tips for getting around, and highlight our top 3 things to see or do to make your trip unforgettable.

A Day in the Life of a Global Bid Manager

A Day in the Life of a Global Bid Manager

With a career in bid writing that blossomed in the car rental and TMC space, Kelly Hills knows exactly what makes the travel industry tick. From preparing beautifully crafted bids to attending webinars and learning about the future of travel, Kelly has a genuine passion for her work and a love for writing. In this article, we chat with Kelly about her day-to-day responsibilities as a Global Bid Manager at Gray Dawes, her ultimate career highlights, and what it takes to work in the Bids team.

A Day in the Life of a Diversity & Inclusion Manager

A Day in the Life of a Diversity & Inclusion Manager

With a career in Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) that began as a police investigator, Brit Clayton has plenty of stories to tell. From guiding EDI research for the British Psychological Society to raising awareness of conversion therapy at Pride, Brit has a genuine passion for her work and a love for helping people reach their full potential, regardless of age, ability, or way of working. In this article, we chat with Brit about her day-to-day responsibilities as a Diversity & Inclusion Manager at Gray Dawes, her ultimate career highlights, and what it takes to work in the EDI industry.