Ockie Fourie

Leading operations at BPM Events, I provide high-level strategic oversight and governance, directing the planning and execution of live events, sports marketing campaigns, and key partnership initiatives. BPM successfully managed and executed events under its own brands, including The TUFF One Hard Enduro, Super Enduro-X in collaboration with Tsogo Sun, and the FUNDA Social Enduro events. While the business is currently dormant, it remains ready to activate large-scale events as opportunities arise, leveraging extensive experience in event planning and stakeholder management.

As Managing Director of The Rooftop Grill & Bar, I was responsible for the full setup and operational launch of the business, overseeing premises design, operational systems, staffing, and supplier sourcing in close collaboration with my team. During my tenure, the restaurant quickly became the “go-to” premium destination for influential high-net-worth individuals, hosting food and drinks experiences, sports events, and corporate functions. I directed all aspects of restaurant operations, including marketing, event coordination, financial performance, and compliance, ensuring operational efficiency, consistent service quality, and team development in a fast-paced hospitality environment. The venue consistently improved its Google reviews, achieving a well-above-average rating of 4.5 compared to similar establishments in the area

Oversaw all aspects of dealership operations, driving performance across sales, marketing, customer service, financial management, and team leadership to ensure the success of a premium brand dealership.

Position: Aftersales Manager I started at CMH in 1995 in the Auto Nordic Volvo Cars Northcliff parts department, before moving to the Craighall dealer and eventually to the Volvo dealer in Bryanston, where I was part of the initial opening team. I managed the largest portion of Volvo Cars' parts and service business in South Africa, overseeing operations at Volvo’s Northcliff, Sandton, and Bryanston dealerships. I was responsible for aftersales at the Sandton Jaguar Cars section, overseeing both the workshop and parts departments. I also led Lamborghini after-sales operations at Lamborghini Johannesburg during CMH’s tenure as the official importer and distributor for Lamborghini. In 2008, the group moved me to the position of Dealer Principal at the CMH Volvo Cars Bryanston dealership.

At Tom Campher Motors, I began as a Fuel Station Supervisor, managing fuel operations, retail sales, stock management, and customer service. I also supported the Automotive Service Centre, assisting with parts sales and operations. After matriculating, I moved into a full-time role as a Parts Sales Specialist, continuing to oversee fuel and retail operations while focusing on parts sales and inventory management. I was heavily involved in the Unipart franchised outlet and the nonofficial Volvo parts importer and reseller operations, specialising in Volvo parts despite the brand not being officially represented in South Africa at the time due to sanctions. In addition, I contributed to the technical team responsible for maintaining and race-prepping off-road cars competing in the South African National Off-Road Racing Series, including vehicles race-prepped under contract for Toyota South Africa, built and maintained by Tom Campher Motors. My responsibilities encompassed inventory management, parts sales, customer service, and hands-on support for both technical and operational aspects of the business.

Fuel Station Forecourt & Retail Operations Supervisor, Automotive Service Centre & Parts Assistant.