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Benjamin Cartlidge

COO - Customer Engagement at rain

Benjamin Cartlidge possesses extensive experience in sales, customer engagement, and operations management across multiple industries. Currently serving as COO - Customer Engagement and Head of Sales and Retention at rain South Africa since May 2022, Benjamin is focused on optimizing sales strategies, managing external partnerships, and enhancing customer retention through data-driven approaches. Previously, in roles such as Head of Sales and Operations at Lead Capital Group and Sales Director at A24 Group, Benjamin demonstrated a strong ability to manage sales funnels, improve customer experiences, and implement effective performance management strategies. Earlier career positions at Wonga (UK) and Merchants contributed to a robust understanding of customer engagement and operational excellence, supported by a focus on compliance and quality assurance. Benjamin holds academic credentials from The King's School in Macclesfield and Stellenbosch Business School.

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Cape Town, South Africa

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rain is South Africa’s first and largest 5G home and newest 4G national mobile network operator. The name rain name comes from the Sotho proverb, ‘khotso pula nala’, which translates to ‘peace, rain, prosperity. rain’s mission is to make data more accessible to more people, because access to an abundance of affordable internet will grow the economy and long-term prospects for all South Africans. We believe that access to technology has the power to change lives and, given the right tools, South Africans can do anything.   rain may be a young company, but we’ve been busy… In 2018, rain launched SA’s first 4G data only network. In 2019, we launched the first commercial 5G network in Africa. We are currently the largest provider of 5G fixed wireless services in South Africa. We currently provide 5G coverage to over 7 million households and will continue to grow our network. In 2023, we launched our NEW 4G mobile network with national coverage, offering high-definition voice, with FREE monthly calls and data for 2 phones. And it has all come together. Finally, one plan for your home and phones. rainOne is here.


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501-1,000

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