Vino Govender

LA is proudly lead by Ms. Vino Govender who took over the reigns as Managing Director in 2013 after joining the company in 2004. Vino in introduced sweeping changes in both management structure and strategic direction, giving momentum to the foundation set by previous partners. Since taking the reins, LA has been able to expand its brand footprint, and improve its business model through the implementation of a new sustainable business management system, and impact significantly on the greater community and business sector through the implementation of its company social initiatives, which is passionately driven by Vino.
The Company also offers mentoring and training to other SMME organisations which supports the industry in developing those organisations. It is BBBEE implemented where 51% share of the Company is owned by a women, Vino Govender. In addition, she has 25 years of experience working at all levels of accounting services and managerial and strategic positions. For Vino, survival is the key to all aspects of her life. Nothing has come easy, hard work and dedication has been the strong point behind her success. She has never allowed herself to sink in times where she felt not capable. She aligned herself with positive thinking individuals and like-minded individuals to uplift her on focussing on her goals and objectives. She used her weakness to enhance her strengths especially when working in a male dominated environment. She never backed off from a challenge. She accepted that despite her limitations she had time to grasp the moment and put her best foot forward. Her quote to live is “ if you love what you do, you never have to work a day in your life” and her passion for women and children have been clearly defined in her day to day activities where you will find her giving off her time to those less fortunate in the following projects that she is involved in.