Kobie Bisschoff

Kobie Bisschoff has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Kobie is currently working as the Director of Technology at Lorama Group since February 2019. Prior to this role, they worked at Kansai Plascon Research Centre from April 2012 to November 2017 as a Research and Development Specialist. During their time there, they focused on strengthening the link between fundamental research and product commercialization, as well as accelerating the product development cycle. Additionally, they provided technical support for both local and international customers. Before that, Kobie worked at KANSAI COLOURANTS from March 2004 to March 2012, first as a Research Technician and later as the Technical Director. In these roles, they led the R&D team, supervised technicians and chemists, and played a crucial role in product development and support for the coatings market. Finally, Kobie started their career as a Chemical Engineer at Sasol Polymers in January 1999, where they worked until March 2000.

Kobie Bisschoff has a strong educational background in Chemical Engineering. Kobie began their academic journey in 1993 at the University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria, where they obtained a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Chemical Engineering in 1997. Building on their undergraduate studies, they pursued a Master of Engineering degree in Chemical Engineering from the same university, completing it in 1999.

Kobie's passion for Chemical Engineering led their to further academic pursuits. In 2013, they joined Stellenbosch University to pursue a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemical Engineering, specializing in Process Engineering. Kobie'sdoctoral studies lasted for six years, concluding in 2019.

During their time at Stellenbosch University, they also undertook a Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management from 2015 to 2016, further enhancing their skills and knowledge in a complementary field.

Throughout their education, Kobie Bisschoff has focused on Chemical Engineering, progressing from their undergraduate studies to a postgraduate diploma, a master's degree, and finally achieving a PhD with a specialization in Process Engineering.