Rika Gopichund

Rika Gopichund is a seasoned business development professional with extensive experience at the Industrial Development Corporation since August 2007, where roles include Business Development Manager and Senior Deal Maker. Key responsibilities encompass client relationship development, evaluation of complex finance applications, strategic oversight, mentoring of junior staff, and strong involvement in business development initiatives. Earlier experience includes serving as Process Engineering Manager at The South African Mint and as Process Control and Implementation Engineer at Mintek, showcasing skills in project development, process optimization, and technical client interactions. Rika holds a Master's in Business Leadership from the University of South Africa, a Master's in Engineering from the University of Pretoria, and a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, demonstrating a solid academic foundation in engineering and business management.