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Willem Coetzee
Chief Executive Officer
What did you do after Matric?
I studied B.Eng. (Mechanical) and later did my MBA, both at the University of Stellenbosch.
What is your day job?
CEO, Dutoit Agri, Ceres
When did you join D4D?
2011
Why are you involved with D4D?
I know Stéphan from varsity days and believe in the cause and values of D4D. I want to serve and support D4D where I can to eventually contribute to making a difference.
Tell us more about your family?
Amazing, awesome and very active… Wife, Elsmarie, and 3 kids: Karli, Johann and Willan.
What sport do you do? Any tough events done?
I used to play rugby. Nowadays, I spend time in the mountains on my bike. I love stage races and have completed the Cape Epic (3), Wines 2 Whales (6), Sani 2 C (1), Dr Evil Classic (1), and the Swazi Frontier (2). I’ve also completed THE500 in 2013 and 2015.
What are your future dreams for D4D?
To grow the difference! To be recognized as a difference maker!