Our Board
dr herman edeling
neurosurgeon, medicolegal practitioner & mediator
Dr Herman Edeling is a neurosurgeon, medicolegal practitioner and mediator, who conducts an independent practice in Johannesburg. He is compelled by his Hippocratic Oath to speak out publicly in support of the scientific method, rational analysis of data, medical ethics, human rights and justice.
Mr Pierre van Niekerk
Wealth & Wellness Entrepreneur
Pierre van Niekerk is an entrepreneur. After studies in electrical engineering and project management two decades management experience on rail vehicle projects, including South Africa, Germany, Austria, Taiwan, US. Farm aromatic herbs, extract, established own analytical lab, market, sales, to flavour & fragrance and health industries. Innovative new design solar power (non-PV) generation/green storage with ownership in a US based start-up.
Dr Stephen Schmidt
Physician & gastroenterologist
Dr Stephen Schmidt is a specialist physician, gastroenterologist and educator. He resides in the Garden Route, Western Cape and his passion is complex medical problem solving and healthcare education. He believes that there is a need for a paradigm shift in healthcare with the emphasis on helping patients to take control of their own health.
Mr Gerhard Kriel
Entrepreneur
Gerhard Kriel is an Entrepreneur academically qualified in Microbiology, Biochemistry and Genetics. Gerhard also holds a MBL in Advanced Strategy, Marketing and Investment Analysis. Gerhard’s interest in community service is born out of compassion for his compatriots and those in need. He considers integrity the key virtue and Gerhard assists community group/organizations on governance issues.
Mr Themba Madi
Entrepreneur & Investor
Themba is a seasoned entrepreneur and highly accomplished financial executive and strategist with extensive local and international experience, having successfully led financial and strategic initiatives across top-tier financial institutions and government entities throughout the continent. Beyond his professional endeavors, Themba is a dedicated social activist committed to fostering positive change. His vision is to empower the next generation by equipping them with the knowledge and resources necessary to inherit a world that is stronger, more prosperous, and ethically sound than that of the previous two generations.
Mr Egon Oswald
Lawyer
Egon is an attorney specializing in individual human rights litigation. In 2011 the Cape Law Society nominated him as their human rights lawyer of the year for his successful prosecution of a claim of torture against the state of South Africa at the United Nations.
Dr Stefanus Snyman
Occupational Medicine Practitioner & Health Professions Educationist
Dr Stef Snyman is an occupational medicine practitioner and health professions educationist. Residing in Cape Town, South Africa, his unwavering passion lies in empowering individuals to break free from the shackles of disease, drugs, and despair through the adoption of a healthy lifestyle.
Mrs Suzanne van Hoven
WILDLIFE CONSERVATION EDUCATION ENTREPRENEUR
Suzanne holds a BSc in Zoology & Botany and BSc(Hons)(Geography) specialising in Geographical Information Systems. She was GIS specialist at the Centre for Wildlife Management, University of Pretoria until she started a family. Her passion for wildlife conservation, community wellness and veterinary care in rural communities culminates in her involvement with husband, Prof Wouter van Hoven’s company. She believes that education in metabolic health care is imperative to maximise health span of future generations.