Mario Pienaar

Mario Pienaar is an accomplished financial professional with extensive experience in commercial and financial operations. Currently serving as SVP Commercial & Financial Operations and Global CFO/Commercial Lead for Team Dell at WPP, Mario directs commercial strategy and operations for the global Dell partnership while collaborating on client success. Previous roles include Regional Finance Director for the Young & Rubicam Group, overseeing operations across 40 countries in EMEA, and various finance controller positions within Young & Rubicam and Wunderman. Mario also has entrepreneurial experience as the Managing Partner of 2BC Suppliers CC, successfully launching a wholesale business. With a strong educational background including a Masters in Accountancy from Stellenbosch University and status as a Chartered Accountant, Mario possesses a diverse skill set in strategic planning, budgeting, and contract negotiation.