Business Development Team

Johan Huisamen

Johan has played a key leadership role in developing the global Rocketseed small business model and sales partner program and is now Managing Director of Rocketseed South Africa. Over the last decade Johan has distinguished himself as a digital marketing expert and has been instrumental in ensuring the online success of a number of start-ups and small business in the healthcare, hospitality, travel, financial, food & beverage and recruitment industries. Johan joined Rocketseed in 2008 after serving as Managing Director of new media marketing company, Media in Africa Solutions for 2 years. A keen sportsman Johan played rugby for the Leopards (SARU), Stellenbosch University (SA) & Richmond RFC (UK).

Richard Walton

Richard enjoyed several years managing major international fashion brands in the UK market prior to joining Rocketseed. A retailer at heart and a past owner of 45 strong retail chain, Richard has managed Enterprise sales for the London office for the past 3 years delivering major blue chip clients to the Rocketseed portfolio. Richard is Managing Director of Rocketseed UK.

Wade Willingale

Wade has guided the enterprise sales for Rocketseed since 2004 and has been instrumental in the success of Rocketseed to market. Responsible for all sales within South Africa including enterprise, resellers and channel partners, he has extensive experience in the account management of key clients including relationship management, marketing strategy, digital design services and product application.

Lauren Hall

Lauren is a true entrepreneur and multi-faceted business executive with experience in the FMCG, Pharmaceutical and digital spaces. Her exceptional marketing and business strategy capabilities has seen her successfully lead and develop a number of businesses over the past 20 years, including her own Advertising, Marketing and Web development company. Lauren’s strong interpersonal skills and flair for online & digital marketing strategies made her the ideal candidate for the exciting task of establishing and developing Rocketseed in Australia, New Zealand and Asia Pacific region.

Henry Jonker

Henry is responsible for developing and managing the Rocketseed SME reseller & channel partner program. His experience stretches from engineering and product development to account and project management. Henry has a great passion for developing brands, online marketing strategies, relationship management, technology and emerging markets; his experience allows him to look at any situation and advise a client or partner on the best possible solution.