Fundraising FoxThe University of Johannesburg Mafia
10 people studied at University of Johannesburg and went on to found or lead other companies.
Raphael SamovichBachelor’s DegreeFounded dara5Clint PhillipsDoctor of Chiropractic (D.C.)Founded Medici TechnologiesNnaemeka ObodoekweMaster of Science (MSc)Founded LenkiePieter de VilliersBachelor of Science - BSFounded ClickatellGreg RoodtNational DiplomaFounded AirHelpDarryl GecelterBachelors( BA) of Finance and AccountingFounded CrowdedKeith ThompsonBsc. I.T.Founded SendmarcJon VandenheuvelPh.D. (candidate)Founded Small Farm CitiesLyle C. LaxtonCA(SA)Founded Laxton GroupJohn KitengeBachelor of Commerce - BComFounded Thooto
Frequently asked questions
- What is the University of Johannesburg mafia?
- The University of Johannesburg mafia is the network of 10 people who studied at University of Johannesburg and went on to found or lead other companies, including dara5, Medici Technologies, Lenkie, Clickatell, AirHelp.
- Who is in the University of Johannesburg mafia?
- Notable members include Raphael Samovich (dara5), Clint Phillips (Medici Technologies), Nnaemeka Obodoekwe (Lenkie), Pieter de Villiers (Clickatell), Greg Roodt (AirHelp), Darryl Gecelter (Crowded), Keith Thompson (Sendmarc), Jon Vandenheuvel (Small Farm Cities), among 10 tracked members.
- What companies did University of Johannesburg alumni found?
- Companies founded by University of Johannesburg alumni include dara5, Medici Technologies, Lenkie, Clickatell, AirHelp, Crowded, Sendmarc, Small Farm Cities, Laxton Group, Thooto.