Petra Bezuidenhout

Petra Bezuidenhout is a seasoned marketing and communications strategist with over 20 years of experience across various industry sectors, including automotive, chemicals, and tourism. Currently serving as Senior Regional Marketing Manager for Africa at AICPA & CIMA since January 2019, Petra provides leadership and guidance to the CIMA Africa marketing and communications department and acts as a business advisor to the African Leadership Team. Previously, Petra has held key roles including Marketing & Communications Manager at Denonanje CC and Head of Communications & Governmental Relations Africa at BASF Holdings South Africa, where notable achievements included transformative rebranding initiatives and strategic cost-saving measures. Petra's educational background includes studies at the University of South Africa.