LIVE MASTERCLASS: Governance and Compliance: Building Foundations to Unlock Funding and Scale

Live online masterclass | Wed, 11 November 2026 | 09:00–12:00 (SAST) | Microsoft Teams

Introductory price: R550

Why do some small businesses land corporate contracts and ESD funding, while others don’t get past supplier vetting? Very often, it isn’t hustle. It’s systems.

This hands-on working session shows you, in plain language, what “governance and compliance” means for your business, and how to get it in place. You’ll work through your own business workbook as we go.

What we’ll cover

• What’s mandatory for your business, and the hidden costs of non-compliance
• How to structure your business for ESD and alternative funding
• The foundational systems you need to scale without growing pains
• Mapping the five core cycles in your business, in your workbook

You’ll leave with

• Your own business workbook
• A clear picture of where your business stands
• Practical next steps you can start on straight away
• A certificate of attendance
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Who it’s for:

Business owners, and the team members who handle their compliance, procurement or supply chain (SCM) paperwork – especially if you're preparing for growth or applying for ESD support, funding or corporate contracts.

Run an ESD or supplier development programme? This is a practical way to get your suppliers vetting-ready. Group rates available – email [email protected]

Tickets

• Module 1: R550 (upgrade to Modules 2 and 3 later for R900)
• Full Series Pass, Modules 1–3: R1,450 (best value)
• Groups of 10 or more: 10% off, applied automatically at checkout
• Have a promo code? Enter it at checkout. Discounts can’t be combined.
• Sponsoring suppliers through an ESD programme? Email [email protected] for a quote and invoice.

Your facilitator

Thirusha Govender, CIA, CRMA, CBAP, GTP(SA), founder of ControlPro, has more than 20 years’ experience in audit, accounting, risk, tax and business advisory. She was a Knowledge Hub speaker at the 2026 Smart Procurement World Indaba and serves on two boards in governance roles. ControlPro is SASDC-certified and a Level 1 B-BBEE Contributor.

www.controlproconsulting.co.za | linkedin.com/in/thirushagovender

Coming next in the series

• Module 2: Internal Controls and Risk Governance, Wed 3 Feb 2027: build the controls and SOPs for your business, with two case studies and a live Q&A
• Module 3: Corporate Procurement Readiness, Wed 10 Mar 2027: what corporates check when they vet suppliers, and how to build your own Supplier Readiness Pack

The break over December and January is deliberate: it gives you time to put Module 1 into practice. Can’t make Module 1 but want Modules 2 and 3? Email [email protected].

Good to know

• Your Teams joining link is emailed before the session. Series Pass holders get links before each module.
• The session may be recorded. You’re welcome to keep your camera off.
• Booking terms: You can transfer your ticket to a colleague at no charge. Written cancellations made more than 7 days before the session are refunded less a 20% admin fee. After that, tickets can be transferred but not refunded. If ControlPro reschedules or cancels, you’ll be offered the new date or a full refund. Full terms: https://controlproconsulting.co.za/terms-and-conditions/

Let’s keep your business, in business! ??

Booking terms: Can’t make it? Transfer your ticket to a colleague at no charge. Written cancellations more than 7 days before the session are refunded less a 20% admin fee; thereafter tickets are transferable but not refundable. If ControlPro reschedules or cancels a session, you’ll be offered the new date or a full refund. T’s and C’s: https://controlproconsulting.co.za/terms-and-conditions/