Elani Willemse

Elani Willemse has a diverse work experience in various roles and industries. Elani started their career as a Gallery Intern at North-West University, where they gained experience in exhibition coordination and gallery management. Elani then worked as a Visual Arts Coordinator at AARDKLOP NASIONALE KUNSTEFEES, where they were responsible for logistical planning and coordination of art exhibitions.

Elani then moved on to the role of Assistant Curator and Collection Manager at North-West University, where they managed gallery spaces, coordinated exhibitions, and maintained the university's corporate art collection database. Elani also gained experience as a Operations Manager & Project Liaison at Dionysus Sculpture Works, where they managed multiple sculpture projects, handled communications, and oversaw operational management of the studio.

Elani further expanded their skills as a Business Assistant and later as a Business Operations Manager at World Leading Schools Association Foundation, where they provided operational management and executive support to two educational non-profit organizations. Elani contributed to streamlining internal processes and implementing new policies related to finance, HR, and performance assessment.

Elani also worked as a Copywriter and Editor for RightBrains, a non-profit organization promoting women in the Digital Industry in the Netherlands. In this role, they connected with women leaders in large organizations and contributed to promoting their representation.

Most recently, Elani has worked at Avant Arte, starting as an Art Handler and Operations Assistant before progressing to roles such as Logistics Coordinator and currently, Warehouse Manager. In their current position, they are responsible for overseeing day-to-day warehouse operations, managing a team, and collaborating with other departments to ensure successful fulfillment of releases.

Overall, Elani has garnered experience in various aspects of gallery management, art coordination, operations management, and project coordination. Elani'sskills include communication, project management, marketing, and administration.

Elani Willemse has a diverse education history in various fields. From 2005 to 2010, they attended North-West University / Noordwes-Universiteit, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication. In 2010, they further pursued their studies at the same university and obtained an Honors degree in Art History. Continuing their academic journey, they went on to complete a Master's degree in Art History at North-West University from 2011 to 2013.

In 2012, Elani Willemse obtained a Post-graduate diploma in Project Management (NQF 5) from North-West University. It is worth noting that in 2018, they enrolled at the University of Cape Town, where they completed a Post-graduate diploma in Import and Export Management.

Apart from their academic background, Elani Willemse has also acquired additional certifications. In January 2022, they earned their Emergency Response Officer certification from BHVNederland.