Rian Marais

Rian Marais is a seasoned professional with a strong foundation in strategy and corporate development, currently serving as a Senior Strategy & Corporate Development Manager at Lyst since January 2022, following roles as a Commercial Strategy Manager and Commercial Strategy Analyst in the same organization. Rian co-founded FLUF, a software company aimed at connecting the pre-loved fashion industry, and Retro Ralph, a venture that emphasizes the idea that "fashion is temporary, style is forever." Previous experience includes positions at Kantar as a Business Analyst, Imperial Brands PLC as a Business Transformation Analyst and Group FP&A Analyst, and co-founding UniQuestions, an award-winning platform linking current and prospective students. Early career experience encompasses internships at Cundall and Knight Piesold, along with a role as Assistant Manager at Cool Bananas Limited, Zambia's largest commercial banana farm. Rian holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering from the University of Bristol, a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Cape Town, and a National Senior Certificate from the South African College School.