Londy Ngcobo, Africa's first female Dredge Master and former Ship Navigational Officer, is making waves across the maritime industry as a keynote speaker. Londy is also revered as the Founder of Global Maritime Youth, an organisation encouraging young Africans to pursue maritime careers, and the CEO and Founder of Unlocking Oceans Economy, which is dedicated to harnessing marine resources for economic growth. Londy’s message, “I chose not to be Rose on the Titanic; I chose to captain the Titanic.”, is a testament to her commitment to shaking the norm.
With over 18 years of experience, Londy's insights are unparalleled. As an Executive Maritime Compliance Manager for South Africa’s National Ports Authority and a master advanced dredger through the Netherlands' IHC, her experiences are truly distinctive. Throughout her career, Londy has significantly contributed to shaping port governance and making a career in maritime accessible for all.
Today, Londy is a resounding voice on boards and platforms around the world. Londy’s voice can be heard on forums led by the International Maritime Organisation and the World Maritime University, where her voice continues to shape international maritime standards . Londy has charted waters across the globe and now delivers multi-award-winning talks on global platforms, as shown in her TEDx talk: Anchors Aweigh - No Rest for the First, in which Londy’s message remains clear and unforgettable.
Londy’s dedication to the industry can be reflected in her numerous awards, including being the Women in Leadership Awards Winner, Forbes Africa Powerhouses Over 30 Under 50, the Sportlight recognition in the Forbes Leading Women Award and the Veuve Forbes Leading Women Award. Londy’s future as an influential keynote speaker is one certainly to be watched.
Londy’s expertise includes but is not limited to resilience and reinvention, growth mindset and emotional intelligence. Londy’s blend of professional credibility, warm charisma and idyllic story is reflected in all her work, making her the perfect keynote speaker for your next event.
Londy Ngcobo's official speaking topics are listed below:
- Resilience & Reinvention
- Culture & Diversity
- Disruption & Innovation
- Leadership
- Growth Mindset
- Change Management
- Emotional Intelligence (EQ)
- Mental Health & Wellness
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
“It was a real honour & privilege to hear your personal story, and you shared it in such an inspiring, authentic, and humbling way!” - Gareth, CEO, Santam Specialist Solutions
"Your presence served as a beacon of inspiration, and your words continue to guide us like a lighthouse in our journey towards authentic leadership” - Unilever Africa Digital Marketing, Media & Commerce Hub
“Londy was with us on the day as our speaker, and she superseded our expectations! She blew the audience away with her captivating demeanour and grand personality. Her story is absolutely inspiring and ignited a fire in all of us.”- Liberty Group
- Forbes Africa - Powerhouses Over 30Under50 list
- Women In Leadership Awards - Winner Young Achiever
- Port Authority Chief Executive Awards - International Standards
- Black Excellence Awards - Best Woman In Scarce Skills
- Standard Bank SA Rising Stars Awards - Semi-finalist
- Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Awards - Overall Winner (Future Bold Woman)
- 100 Most Influential People - Official List 100 Most Influential South Africans
- Women In transport - Leadership category Overall Winner
- Walk Of Fame Monument - Maritime Pioneers Transnet National Ports Authority
- Forbes Leading Women Awards - Sportlight Recognition
- Top 30 under 40 Most Influential Younger Women In Africa Recognition
- 4 Young Leaders Book Feature: In commemoration of 44 years since 1976
- Wall of Fame Simulator Lab. Alumni - Durban University of Technology
How to hire Londy Ngcobo
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Londy Ngcobo for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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