Leonard Solai

Leonard Solai has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Leonard began their career at RECKITT BENCKISER PHARMACEUTICALS INC. in 1994 as a Product Specialist. In 2000, they joined Simeka TWS Communications as a Regional Director for three years. In 1999, Leonard became a Communications and Public Relations Executive at Denovo Communications, where they led a full-service Communications/PR Agency focused on areas such as Public Health, Development, Civic, and Government Affairs. Leonard played a key role in media strategy, crisis management, healthcare communications, and advocacy planning. In 2009, they joined the International Partnership for Microbicides as a Senior Director of External Affairs, a role they held until 2020. In January 2021, Leonard was promoted to Vice President of Product Access and External Affairs at the same organization.

Leonard Solai's education history includes various degrees and programs at different universities. In 1984, they began their undergraduate studies at the University of Cape Town, where they pursued a Bachelor of Science (Medicine) degree with a focus on Anatomy and Physiology. Leonard completed this degree in 1987.

Following that, in 1988, Leonard enrolled in the University of Cape Town once again to complete a Bachelor of Science (Medicine) Honours degree, specializing in Sports Medicine. Leonard successfully finished this program in the same year.

In 1989, Leonard continued their education at the University of Cape Town, this time pursuing a Master of Science (Medicine) degree in Medical Science. Leonard completed this program in 1991.

After a gap in their education, Leonard attended the University of Cape Town once more, starting in 1993. During this period, they pursued a Postgraduate Diploma in Management, focusing on Management. The duration of this program is unknown.

Subsequently, Leonard participated in an Exchange Programme at the Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University, starting in 1998. Although the end year is not provided, it can be inferred that they were involved in this program for an unknown duration.

Lastly, Leonard reportedly pursued an MBA in Marketing at the University of Cape Town, although specific start and end dates are not mentioned.