Gavin Marais

Gavin Marais is a seasoned professional in strategic partnerships with extensive experience in the finance and technology sectors. Currently serving as Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships at Workiva since March 2013, Gavin is responsible for expanding and managing partnership channels for Corporate Communication Partners. Prior to this role, Gavin held positions including Senior Manager of Partnerships & Alliances EMEA and Regional Director for Africa and the Middle East at XBRL South Africa, where Gavin was also a founding member of the South African XBRL Jurisdiction. Gavin's earlier experience includes leading digital (XBRL) reporting at Deloitte South Africa from May 2008 to February 2013. Gavin holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) in Accounting from the University of Johannesburg, earned between 1991 and 1995.