College of Business and Economics | Annual Report 2023 6 Recognitions and awards The dedication and the talent of CBE staff were on full display in 2023 as they received numerous prestigious awards and recognitions that underscored their exceptional contributions. These accolades included appointments to esteemed editorial boards, invitations as keynote speakers at prestigious events, evaluation and discussion panels and recognition through best paper awards at renowned conferences. Dr Stella Bvuma’s well-deserved Woman of Stature South Africa Award in the Woman in Technology category was a testament to her leadership. Prof Natanya Meyer’s achievements were multifold, including co-authoring the South African Global Entrepreneurship Monitor, receiving a best paper award, and being appointed as associate editor for the Review of Managerial Science journal. Prof Chris Schachtebeck was appointed to the editorial board of the South African Journal of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management. Prof Talita Greyling’s membership in the prestigious World Well-Being Panel further highlighted her commitment to societal well-being. Ms Boniswa Madikizela participated as a panellist at the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) Financial Literacy Seminar. Prof Musa Saurombe’s appointment as an editorial fellow of the American Psychological Association Journal of Experimental Psychology: General was another feather in the College’s cap. Dr Dennis Boahene Osei was appointed Associate Editor of the Ghanaian Journal of Economics. Prof Amanda Dempsey, Ms Nolwazi (UJ CFO), Ms Linda de Beer (Professor of Practice) received prestigious SAICA Difference Makers Awards 2023, while the valued ABASA (Association for the Advancement of Black Accountants in South Africa) President’s Award for Transformational Impact was bestowed on Prof Ben Marx. Mr Ronny Mabokela’s acknowledgment as the Ultimate Geekstar of the Year underscores his exceptional contributions in technology. Profs Tembi Tichaawa and Diane Abrahams were appointed to the World Economic Professorial Inaugural Lecture: Prof Franck Adekambi Professorial Inaugural Lecture: Prof Karin Hill Prof Talita Greyling: NRF B-Rated Professorial Inaugural Lecture: Prof Danielle Nel-Sanders Dr Stella Bvuma: Woman of Stature Category Winner Prof Natanya Meyer: Various Achievements
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