Suzy Brokensha
FAIRLADY Editor-in-Chief
South Africa has seen many changes in the years that Suzy Brokensha has headed up FAIRLADY, one of the country’s most iconic magazine titles. But the one thing that has remained constant throughout, she says, is our belief in ourselves. ‘South Africans believe in our future, and we back ourselves to get there, no matter what obstacles are thrown in our way.’
That’s why FAIRLADY has always celebrated and rewarded the many women entrepreneurs who are constantly working to not only create outstanding businesses but also to build an economy where everyone can thrive.
‘These women are our friends, our sisters, our mothers and ourselves,’ she says. ‘We know them: their power and their innovation. They are who we are. That’s why we are so confident that, given the support they need, South African women can literally change the world.
The Santam Women of the Future Awards in association with FAIRLADY and TRUELOVE is about great ideas becoming great businesses – businesses that can change the future for our country as a whole, and for women in particular. Female entrepreneurship, says Suzy, can transform the South African landscape, both economically and in terms of gender equality.
‘For the past 10 years, these awards have showcased the huge talent and determination that we have in this country, but they have also shown the great heart beneath it all. We feel very proud to be moving forward into the next decade of Women of the Future with Santam and TRUELOVE.’
What Suzy will be looking for: ‘I’m looking for an idea that has legs – something that I feel has international potential as well as a local application. We’re in a great position to trade with the rest of the world. Let’s do it!’