Creating an ecosystem of collaboration
The DNI Group is a diversified technology and distribution business
DNI was founded in 2006 by Andrew Dunn and has evolved into a diversified investment company operating primarily in distribution and technology related services from a B2B perspective.
DNI has a blue-chip shareholder base, employs over 1,100 people across its various underlying business units and operates in 32 countries globally.
DNI has four main operating segments, with a primary focus on the telecommunications and retail sector, as outlined to the right.
DNI’S SOLUTIONS FACILITATE ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE CONNECTIVITY AND CONVENIENCE TO END-CONSUMERS
DNI’s core values are:
- High customer satisfaction
- Supporting our community and ecosystem
- Sound, ethical business practices
- Enhance stakeholder value
DNI is committed to socio economic progress and transformation in South Africa which is demonstrated by the Company’s >30% black ownership and a Level 1 B-BBEE score.
Our executive team
Andrew Dunn
executive chairman
Andrew Dunn has over 25 years experience in all areas of business development and Private Equity, from establishing and scaling companies to structuring and managing business investments.
Dr Ryan Noach
CEO
Dr Ryan Noach is a medical doctor, an entrepreneur and experienced business leader, with 25 years operational and leadership experience in the financial services and healthcare sectors.
David Smaldon
COO
With a strong skill set in financial management at every level, Dave began his career at Super Group. Joining DNI in 2007 as the Group CFO, Dave has recently been appointed as the Group COO.
Ziyaad Manie
CSO
Ziyaad is the Chief Strategy Officer of the Group with a focus on strategic growth initiatives including mergers, acquisitions and disposals, asset allocation, funding, product and geographic expansion, Group collaboration, synergies and driving other value creation opportunities.
Niven Shaw
CFO
Niven has knowledge of a wide range of industries including financial services, construction, tourism, logistics, telecommunications and technology and media industries. Niven joined DNI in 2017 and now serves as the Group’s CFO.
Liam Heinzelmann
GROUP HEAD OF LEGAL
After a successful career with Werksman Attorneys where he advised on mergers & acquisitions, mining transactions, listings on the JSE and more, Liam joined DNI in 2020 as the Group’s Legal Counsel.
Ingrid Hindley
GROUP HUMAN RESOURCES
Ingrid Hindley has over 15 years’ experience operating at a senior level within various sectors inclusive of telecommunications, local government, NGO’s and consulting. Ingrid joined the Group in 2021 as the group head of Human Resources.
Stacey Manie
Group Head of Compliance
Stacey is a former attorney and non-practising advocate that has worked at ENS and Uber before joining the Johannesburg Society of Advocates between 2018 and 2021. She joined the Group in 2021 to lead group risk and compliance and implement an enhanced policy framework for DNI.
Group Key performance indicators
News
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