Derek Franks

As a Group Director and Shareholder of Stewarts & Lloyds Holdings I have many years experience in the steel industry, one of the most competitive and challenging sectors in South Africa. I hold a B.Comm and MBA degree and have a strong background in business, management, marketing, strategy and related support services. My core competencies include new business development, operations management, and logistics management. I oversee the strategic direction and operational performance of the group, which consists of 39 branches nationwide and 9 franchises across the country. I drive growth, efficiency, and profitability within our company , while cultivating strong relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, distributors, and regulators. I deliver value to our customers, employees, and shareholders, while advancing innovation and transformation in the South African steel industry. Every employee in our company is as equally valuable as the next. The main reason for the continued success of our company over the years is the ability , loyalty and commitment of each and every person in S & L , making a team that is the envy of our competitors and respected throughout the Industry . We are proud of our company name , our heritage of over 120 years and how far we have come . We will continue to be a significant force in the steel industry in South Africa , growing from strength to strength and becoming market leaders in sub Sahara Africa in the future .