Jon-Paul Akal

Jon-Paul Akal has a diverse work experience spanning various roles in sales and business development. Jon-Paul started their career as a Sales Representative at Prosound in 2013 and worked there until 2014. Jon-Paul then joined OfficeBoxSA as a Sales Analyst from 2014 to 2016. Following that, they worked as a Sales Executive at theofficeguru.co.za from 2016 to 2018. In 2018, they transitioned to a role at Itec South Africa as a Business Development Manager, where they were responsible for managing the sales cycle, overseeing marketing initiatives, and expanding into new markets. Jon-Paul joined Oxbow in 2019 as a Sales Manager, where they focused on increasing sales and managing customer relationships until August 2021. Currently, they serve as a Senior Sales Manager at Wizco since August 2021. In addition, Jon-Paul has experience as the Owner of The Toy Factory Studio since 2017.

Jon-Paul Akal has a diverse education history. In 2017, they obtained a Digital Garage Certificate in Digital Marketing from Google. Prior to that, in 2015, they completed Essentials of AV Technology from InfoComm, focusing on audio-visual studies. Between 2007 and 2011, Jon-Paul attended Michaelhouse for their high school education. Although the field of study for their high school degree is unspecified, it can be assumed to be a general high school education. Additionally, Jon-Paul pursued a Bachelor's degree in Sound Engineering from SAE Institute South Africa, though specific dates for this degree are unavailable. Jon-Paul has also acquired additional certifications, including The Digital Garage Certificate from Google in November 2016, and Grade 8 Vocal Examination from Trinity College London in January 2011.