In a historic development, women will be leading the pack for one of the city’s most prestigious events after Ilse De Wet and Liezel Short were elected as chairperson and vice-chairperson of the Two Ocean’s Marathon board.
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This is the first time that the non-profit company (NPC) will be led by women.
As the former managing director of a global network advertising agency, Ilse is a marketing specialist who brings with her many years of senior and executive management experience.
Since joining the TOM board in 2022, she has chaired the marketing and communications sub-committee, where she quickly made her mark on sponsorship in particular.
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‘I am filled with a deep sense of gratitude, humility and determination as I accept the honour and responsibility of assuming the role of Chairperson of this esteemed organisation, she said. ‘I am acutely aware that taking on the role for the iconic event is both a privilege and a challenge.’
‘With careful planning, dedication, and a strong team, the intention is to maintain the race’s legacy.’
‘This milestone represents progress and a commitment to fostering diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities within the Two Oceans Marathon NPC and our broader running, stakeholder and partner community.’
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A board member since 2021, Short has stood as chair of the finance sub-committee, having formerly headed up the communications and marketing committee with great impact.
This former captain in the SA National Defence Force and race director for SATORI Athletics Club went on to become a senior events project manager and now owns her own successful event management business. She holds an honours degree in military science and manages events across the African continent.
Completing the list of senior executive members is Garth Schreiner, who will now serve as chair of the finance sub-committee.
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