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Nathan Reddy, founder and chairman of Grid Worldwide says when it comes to creativity, meaning matters (Image supplied)

#BizTrends2026 | Grid Worldwide’s Nathan Reddy: The evolution of creativity, why meaning mattersNathan Reddy

#BizTrends2026 | FedEx's Nelson Teixeira: Top trends set to reshape logistics in 2026

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Penquin’s Strategy Director Thando Mxosa says in 2026 marketing success lies in the ‘why,’ not the ‘what’ (Image supplied)

#BizTrends2026 | Penquin’s Thando Mxosa: The ‘why,’ not the ‘what’ countsThando Mxosa

#BizTrends2026 | Mr Price Foundation's Octavius Phukubye: The appeal of micro-donations for brands

#BizTrends2026 | Mr Price Foundation's Octavius Phukubye: The appeal of micro-donations for brandsOctavius Phukubye

Dori Moreno, people & growth specialist and founder of Self Journey

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#BizTrends2026 | FedEx's Nelson Teixeira: Top trends set to reshape logistics in 2026

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App Your Game’s Yusuf Abrahams says neuroinclusive design is the real competitive edge for 2026 (and after) (Image supplied)

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