Meet the Team

The Team

Our team consists of economists, researchers and agronomists who benefits from practical experience in business, agriculture, marketing and consulting. This unique combination of characteristics and skills, enable all Sense consultants to provide practical insights and workable solutions to development and business challenges.

Michiel - MD

Michiel Arnoldus

Managing Director and Lead Economist
Michiel Arnoldus is the Managing Director at Sense, with over 18 years of experience in business and development across Africa and Europe. Holding advanced degrees in Development Studies and Economics, he specialises in value chain development in Africa's agricultural sector. His dual heritage fuels his passion for connecting these two worlds. His expertise includes agri-processing, value chain analysis, private sector development, market research, and SME investment assessment.
Kerry - Ops Director

Kerry Kyd

Director of Operations

Kerry has over 15 years of Brand, Marketing and Business Strategy experience in South Africa and in Europe. As a brand consultant, she worked for some of the world’s biggest brands. Kerry's private sector expertise, understanding of business, marketing and research helps us to help crack many strategic business, sector and investment challenges. She leads market studies and investment promotion efforts and has experience in a number of sectors from fruit to forestry.

Kundai - Finance Director

Kundai Chibarabada

Finance Manager

Kundai Chibarabada is an accountant and financial advisor with over 15 years of experience. She holds both a Bachelor of Accounting and a Masters of Business Administration as well as membership in the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.  She is passionate about numbers, system implementation and always seeking continuous improvement.  She loves travelling, adventures, and debtors who pay on time.

Tessa - Snr Consultant

Tessa Niemack

Senior Consultant

Tessa is a marketing specialist with global experience and strong analytical skills. Her role at Sense involves leading diverse projects, from developing rice millers in West Africa to conducting market research on vegetables in Ghana. An accomplished project manager, she excels in innovation and commercialisation across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.

Raymond - Snr Consultant

Raymond Abogonye

Senior Development Consultant

Raymond is a seasoned international development expert specialising in climate change adaptation and sustainable development. With over a decade of experience in the field, he has a proven track record in designing and implementing programs for international donor organisations. Raymond is deeply passionate about advancing efforts to enhance climate change adaptation and promote sustainable development.

Nikki - Development Consultant

Kireshni Naiker

Development Consultant Animal Science

Kireshni studied animal and poultry science and gained practical experience on dairy farms in Australia and South Africa. She is skilled in artificial insemination and tractor operation, and uses her expertise for business plan development. Her background in animal health and interest in commercial dairy, poultry and feed agribusiness make her an asset to the team.

Daphne - Project Finance

Daphne Mukeredzi

Project Finance Specialist

Daphne has over 15 years of experience working in a variety of sectors and holds a BBA in Finance. She holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Finance, Banking, and Investment Management. Daphne has a passion for project financing and works as a project finance specialist.

Barry - Consultant

Barry Clausen

Consultant

Barry Clausen is an agronomist and economic development consultant with expertise in fruit, vegetables, dairy, and sugar cane. He has led value chain studies and youth employment initiatives in Senegal, supported horticultural trade missions, and managed a GlobalGAP-certified family farm in South Africa, enhancing avocado production for EU exports.

Niresh - Snr Accountant

Niresh Sewpursad

Senior Accountant

Niresh is an accomplished accountant with over 18 years experience in the finance field. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Financial Management and has successfully led various departments, specialising in Finance and Payroll. Niresh's passion for numbers drives his commitment to improving operational efficiency, enabling organisations to optimise their financial processes. Known for analytical mindset, leadership skills and attention to detail, Niresh is dedicated to delivering exceptional results and supporting businesses in achieving their financial goals.

 

Chantal - Learning Head

Chantal Hammer

Head of Learning

Chantal is passionate about teaching and learning, with an interest in exploring online education. Chantal brings over 20 years of experience in education to her role of working with diverse adults and companies and a range of interesting topics to make their businesses successful and sustainable.

Rosanne - Learning Specialist

Rosanne Jackson

Learning Specialist

Rosanne is an experienced and passionate learning and instructional designer. Her role at Sense includes innovation for adult learning, where Roseanne is applying her special interest in the educational technology space.

Jabu - Office Assistant

Jabu Gcabashe

Office Assistant

Jabu, very capably juggles general building housekeeping and security, office errands, filing and supplies, guest management, and staff welfare and celebrations. Jabu consistently goes above and beyond to support the team and contributes to a positive workplace atmosphere.

Roschelle - Marketing

Roschelle Kyd

Marketing and Digital Media

Roschelle brings experience in digital marketing, sales, and account management across veterinary, agriculture, conservation, and logistics sectors. Roschelle implements Sense creative strategies with resourceful solutions, to deliver essential resources for the team and its projects.

Kim Harrison

Ireland Director