Alexander Francis Taplin

Part of TiAuto Investments (Pty) Ltd., Yokohama Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd. is a South African company that manufactures and markets tires. The company is based in Germiston, South Africa.

Multiknit (Pty) Ltd. manufactures and supplies knitted synthetic shade netting fabrics and fruit, and vegetable bags. It operates Knittex, Sakpro and Multiknit International divisions. The company is headquartered in White River, South Africa.

Retail Capital is an SME funder that offers asset finance and small business funding in South Africa. Retail Capital is based in Cape Town, South Africa. The South African company has a blog that caters to SME funding questions and insights, and they provide industry-specific business finance solutions. Retail Capital has some of the best business funding solutions in South Africa, and they offer tailor-made funding for unique businesses. The company has also developed an AI language model called Chatsme, which is designed for small business owners in South Africa. The company was founded in 2011 by Karl Westvig, who has been the CEO since then.

Coca-Cola Sabco Pty Ltd. manufactures beverages and soft drinks. It markets the products and brands of The Coca-Cola Co. The firm also operates bottling plants. The company has operations in Ethiopia, Tanzania, Mozambique, Kenya and Uganda. Coca Cola Sabco was founded on April 27, 1940 and is headquartered in Port Elizabeth, South Africa.

Part of AVI Ltd., Irvin & Johnson Holding Co. Pty Ltd. is a South African icon and a highly respected supplier of premium quality sustainably wild-caught Hake and responsibly farmed Cape Abalone. The company is based in Cape Town, South Africa. Irvin & Johnson Holding offers a perfect choice for the catering industry, from QSR customers and distributors to fast food outlets, caterers, deli’s, retail fish counters, and institutions. The South African company provides delicious fish dishes for family and friends, going from freezer to fabulous with ease. Ronald Ernst Fasol has been the CEO of the company since 2011.

Puregas (Pty) Ltd. engages in the supply of purified and blended hydrocarbon gas propellants and foam blowing products. It offers ozone friendly propellants, special gases, LPG, ammonia, beverage grade carbon dioxide, fire suppression, and technical, engineering and training services. The company was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in Alberton, South Africa.

Sea Harvest Corp (Pty) Ltd. catches fish and processes into frozen foods and markets for sale. It offers plain hake, fingers and cakes, grills and steam, smoked, meals and coated products. The firm operates as a deep sea trawling company that engages in fishing, processing, marketing, and distributing sea products. It also offers fillets, steaks and loins, skinless and skin-on fillets, molded portions, hake products, frozen seafood, and other value-added products. The company was founded in 1964 and is headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa.

Dairybelle (Pty) Ltd. is a South African company that focuses on creating delicious and nutritious food that brings families and friends together to create wholesome memories. Dairybelle is based in Johannesburg, South Africa. With over 100 years of history, Dairybelle is a trusted brand in the food industry. The private company has recently undergone a rebranding and is making waves in the market with its new look and feel.

Ethos Private Equity Ltd. (Ethos) is a private equity firm founded in 1984 by André Roux. The firm is headquartered in Illovo, South Africa.

Vantage Capital Group Pty Ltd (Vantage Capital) is a private equity firm founded in 2001 by Colin Rezek, Chris James, and Jean-Pierre Sedaghat. The firm is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Part of British American Tobacco plc, Twisp (Pty) Ltd. is a South African company that sells e-cigarettes and e-liquids. The company is located in South Africa. The company offers a variety of vape devices, including disposable pens and rechargeable devices like the Vuse Epod. The company also provides a range of flavors and nicotine strengths to choose from. Twisp (Pty was acquired by British American Tobacco South Africa (Pty) Ltd. on September 12, 2019.

GW Capital Management LLC provides investment advisory services. The private company is based in Cleveland, OH and has subsidiaries in the United States.

Inspired Evolution Investment Management (Pty) Ltd (Inspired Evolution) is a private equity firm founded in 2007 by Christopher Clarke. The firm is headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa.

Twincare Group manufactures and distributes tissue products. Its products include toilet tissues, facial tissues, paper towels, paper serviettes, paper plates, cups, soap and dispensing solutions. The company is headquartered in Bryanston, South Africa.

Universal Industries Corp. (Pty) Ltd. supplies equipment mainly to the food retail, wholesale, hospitality, manufacturing and related industries, i.e. supermarkets, bakeries, petrol station convenience stores, fast food outlets, restaurants, hotels, wholesalers, institutional, industrial and government kitchens, bottlers and brewers, refrigeration and catering contractors. The company was founded in July 1996 and is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Part of The Bidvest Group Ltd., Renttech South Africa Pty Ltd. is a high-quality equipment supplier for engineering, welding, and mining companies. The South African company offers an extensive range of products for sale and rental, including industrial generators, electrical power tools, welding consumables, and construction-related equipment. Established in 1991, Renttech has over 30 years of experience and a solid background in rental and sales. The company has 15 branches across South Africa and is known for its premium customer service. Renttech SA is a leading supplier of equipment manufactured by reputable brands.

Part of The Bidvest Group Ltd., Renttech Holdings Pty Ltd. is a South African company that provides property, casualty and surety insurance services. The company is based in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Ethos Kanderlane Pty Ltd. provides investment services.

Brandcorp Pty Ltd. distributes niche industrial and consumer products. The company is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Part of Tiger Brands Ltd., Langeberg & Ashton Foods Pty Ltd. is a South African company that produces and distributes canned fruits. The company is based in Cape Town, South Africa.