Scouting top-tier startups, screening founders, and evaluating early-stage investment opportunities and introducing founders to the firm's dealflow engine. Preparing summaries or deal memos outlining the investment potential of sourced companies. Representing LvlUp Ventures at industry events, networking activities, and local startup ecosystems. I am seeking a career as an Analyst in venture capital, growth equity, or strategic finance, where I can apply my expertise in technology and innovation to drive impactful capital allocation.
Experience
Venture Scout
LvlUp VenturesJun 2026 – Present
I source and evaluate high-potential early-stage startups aligned with the firm’s investment strategy. I screen founders, assess business models, market potential, and leadership teams, prepare investment summaries and deal memos, introduce qualified founders into the dealflow pipeline, and represent the firm at startup events and ecosystem activities.
Trade Finance Executive (Independent Sales Consultant)
Euro Exim BankMay 2025 – Present
Lead generation for clients doing international business particularly imports and exports, issuance of trade finance services such as LC (Letter of Credit, SBLC (Stand-by Letter of Credit), BG (Bank Guarantee) necessary for them to trade successfully in the global market. Building and maintaining strong customer relationships and assisting with all relevant client checks. Reviewing Trade Finance client information in respect of Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC), and Counter-Terrorism Finance (CTF) requirements.
Music Distributor & Publisher
Mo-Nitta International (Pty) LtdJan 2020 – Present
Artist selection and acquisition, contract negotiation and structuring, strategic partnerships formation, release campaign strategies, content performance monitoring, tour geographical targeting, music distribution, publishing administration, royalty collection and disbursement.
Deal Sourcing & Start-up Analyst (Extern)
Extern: HP Tech VenturesMar 2026 – Apr 2026
I focus on the analytical side of early-stage investing — identifying high-potential startups, evaluating business models, and synthesizing market data into actionable investment insights. During my time at HP Tech Ventures, I contribute across the full deal lifecycle: sourcing prospective investments, conducting startup due diligence, researching emerging technology markets, and supporting portfolio companies post-investment. Working within a corporate VC environment gave me a sharp lens for assessing how startups align with strategic enterprise priorities — not just financial returns. I'm drawn to the intersection of technology, innovation, and capital allocation.
Data Collector (Remote)
LumorusJul 2024 – Jul 2024
<p>Gathering critical socio-economic and demographic data to support community development projects in Lesotho.</p>
Records Officer (Procurement)
Ministry of Education & Training (LEQEP project funded by World Bank)Mar 2017 – Aug 2019
I managed office administration for the procurement unit and maintained procurement records for the World Bank’s quarterly audits. I administered the procurement cycle from needs identification through post-contract supplier management.
Education
Skills
Languages
- English
- Professional working proficiency
- Sesotho
- Professional working proficiency