| Media Seminars |
Epic Communications is currently running a unique series of journalist education and skills development seminars aimed at improving the level of skills and knowledge of business journalists. These seminars are sector specific to ensure attendees receive specialised and practical knowledge about the beats that they cover. Epic Communications conceptualises and manages each seminar to ensure maximum value for sponsors and attendees. This includes sourcing leading industry figures from business, government and the media to facilitate each seminar.
Should you wish to find out more about participating in any of these seminars, please contact Matthew Macris on +27 (0) 84 612 6104 / +27 (0) 11 784 4790 matthew@epiccommunications.co.za
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| Insurance Sector |
Our Insurance seminar for media was held on Tuesday the 7th of February 2012. The event was sponsored by and hosted by PPS. The seminar was run by respected figures in the insurance industry and aimed at providing journalists with tools and knowledge and a new depth of understanding to enhance journalists' ability to report on the sector. The seminar was attended by senior, mid–level and junior journalists from CNBC Africa, Sunday Times, Sake24, Bloomberg, SABC, the Sowetan and others.
Where does the life industry fit into the financial services sector:
Mike Jackson, CEO, PPS
How does current legislation protect the consumer over the next 3 years:
Jolandi Wassermann, Head of Legal & Policy, PPS
Will insurers require more capital and what does this mean for the consumer:
Chris De Klerk, Corporate Actuary, PPS
Assessing the performance of an insurer:
David Danilowitz, Analyst, Nedbank Capital
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| Telecoms Sector |
Our Telecoms seminar for media was held on Wednesday the 25th of January 2012. The event was sponsored by and hosted by Nedbank capital and Nedbank. Speakers from Vodacom and Detecon International participated in the programme. The seminar was run by respected figures in the telecoms industry and aimed at providing journalists with tools and knowledge and a new depth of understanding to enhance journalists’ ability to report on the sector. The seminar was attended by senior, mid–level and junior journalists from CNBC Africa. Creamer Media (Engineering News & Mining Weekly), I&Net Bridge, Financial Mail, Moneyweb, SABC, e.tv, Bloomberg News, Carte Blanche, 702, MyBroadband (BusinessTech & MyBB), Summit and others.
A history & overview of the sector & evolution of business models:
Fritz Milosevic, Investment Banker, Telecommunications, Media & Technology, Nedbank Capital
Regulation and legislation:
Roger Blackshaw, Managing Consultant, Detecon International
Technology:
Jannie van Zyl, Executive Head of Department: Data & Premium Segment, Vodacom
Financing of telecoms projects:
Mike Peo, Head of Infrastructure, Energy & Telecommunications, Nedbank Capital
Reporting & the numbers:
Johan Snyman, Telecoms Analyst, Renaissance Capital
Media reporting on the sector & the effects of social media on reporting:
Simon Dingle
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| Sustainability Seminar |
The Epic Journalist Seminar – Sustainability Matters, was held on Tuesday the 25th of October. The event was sponsored by and hosted by Nedbank. The Department of Environmental Affairs and WWF South Africa participated in the seminar. The seminar was run by some of the most respected figures in the sustainability community and was aimed at providing journalists with a wealth of tools and knowledge and a new depth of understanding of the key issues ahead of COP17, to enhance journalists' ability to report on the sector. The seminar was attended by senior, mid-level and junior journalists from 25 Degrees in Africa, Beeld, Bizcommunity, Business Day, Carte Blanche, CNBC Africa, e.tv, Financial Mail, I-Net Bridge, Institute for the Advancement of Journalism, Jacaranda FM, Landbouweekblad, Leading Architecture and Design, MAC Consulting, mediaclubsouthafrica.com, Moneyweb, Rosebank Killarney Gazette, SABC, Safm, Sandton Chronicle, Simply Green Magazine, Summit TV and others.
The Green Economy:
Dennis Dykes, Group Chief Economist, Nedbank
Renewable Energy:
Mike Peo, Head of Infrastructure, Energy and Telecoms, Nedbank Capital
The Role of Business in Sustainability:
Brigitte Burnett, Head of Sustainability, Nedbank
Sustainability Regulation:
Andrew Gilder, Environmental Attorney, IMBEWU Legal Specialists
A Global Perspective and South Africa in Context:
Richard Worthington, Climate Change Programme Manager, WWF South Africa
COP17, An Overview:
Xolisa Ngwadla, Chief Director: International Climate Change and Minister's Adviser on Climate Change, Department of Environmental Affairs, Republic of South Africa
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| Banking and Financials Seminar |
The Epic Journalist Seminar – Banking and Financials, was held on Thursday the 21st of July. The event was sponsored by and hosted by Nedbank, the Banking Association of South Africa and Bruce Whitfield also participated in the seminar.
The seminar was run by some of the most respected figures in the banking community and was aimed at providing journalists with a wealth of tools and knowledge and a new depth of understanding of the industry, to enhance journalists' ability to report on the sector.
The seminar was attended senior, mid-level and junior journalists from, Avusa, Business Day, Bloomberg, Business Report, CNBC Africa, eTV, Financial Mail, ICTS, I-Net Bridge, Moneyweb, Morning Live, SABC, Sowetan, Stuff Magazine, Summit, Sunday Sun, Sunday Times, The New Age, Thomson Reuters and others.
A History and Overview of the Banking Sector:
Cas Coovadia, Managing Director, The Banking Association South Africa
Regulation and Legislation:
Willem Kruger, GM:Group Legal, Nedbank Legal & Compliance
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| Mining and Resources Seminar |
The Epic Journalist Training Seminar – Mining and Resources, was held on Wednesday the 13th of April. The event was sponsored by Exxaro Resources, hosted by Nedbank Capital. Deneys Reitz and the Chamber of Mines of South Africa also participated in the seminar.
The seminar was run by some of the most respected figures in the mining community and was aimed at providing journalists with a wealth of tools and knowledge and a new depth of understanding of the industry, to enhance journalists' ability to report on the sector.
The seminar was attended by over 70 senior, mid-level and junior journalists from AFP, Avusa, The Avusa Journalism Training Programme, Beeld, Business Day, Business Report, City Press, CNBC Africa, Engineering News, Mining Weekly, eTV, Fin24, i-Net Bridge, Inside Mining, miningnews, the Institute for the Advancement of Journalism, Investors Monthly, Moneyweb, Mpumulanga Beeld, Reuters News, SABC, the South African Press Association (SAPA), Summit TV and Sunday Times.
"The Mining & Resources sector: Journalist Training Seminar was enjoyed by all of Creamer Media's [Engineering News, Mining Weekly, Research Channel Africa, Polity] journalists. The feedback from all journalists was that it was an informative platform, and it was their wish that such seminars occur more frequently. Good speakers and selection of presentations, very stimulating and once again an excellent day. Thank you."
Brindaveni Naidoo, Deputy Editor Features, Creamer Media
"As a trainer and teacher of journalists I found the seminar a valuable contribution to educating journalists at all levels about the value of mining as well as what mining actually entails, i.e. the kind of details that a reporter needs to deal with to get a good story."
Reg Rumney, Centre for Economics Journalism in Africa at Rhodes University
"Excellent seminar – congratulations for organizing it and filling a much needed gap in the market."
Jackie Mackenzie, I-Net Bridge
"Thanks for organising such a seminar, was definitely worth attending, and an eye opener on several issues."
Glorious Sefako, Economics: SABC News Research
"Epic Communications journalist training greatly enhanced my knowledge of the mining and resources sector. Apart from being given some great facts to add some more meat to my stories, it was great to hear from some of the key industry players about what are the most pertinent issues that mining sector currently faces. Hearing from a seasoned mining journalist who has earned his salt, was also really valuable as he speaks journo language and can relate to fellow journalists the typical issues that we should look out for. Highly recommended!"
Samantha Loring, Market Researcher, CNBC Africa
Download the following presentations:
A History and Overview of the Mining Sector
Roger Baxter, Chief Economist, Chamber of Mines of South Africa
Introduction to Legal Issues in Relation to Cross-border Transactions
Steven Gamble, Director of Africa Legal (Deneys Reitz's pan-African Division)
Mining: A Legal Perspective Overview
Riza Moosa, Head of Banking and Finance Division, Deneys Reitz
Investing in Mining Companies
Mark Rule, Equity Analyst, Nedbank Wealth
Journalism 101
David McKay, Executive Editor: Online, FinMedia24, Executive Editor, miningmx
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