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7 days ago
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Jennifer Reddy's inspiring journey to becoming CEO of the Year 2025 at the AWCA Women of Substance Awards
Post-ceremony, Jennifer Reddy beams with pride as she holds the Private Sector - CEO of the Year 2025 award, a testament to her commitment to leadership and empowerment in the financial sector at the AWCA Women of Substance Awards. Image: Supplied Jennifer Reddy, chief executive officer of Morar Incorporated, has been awarded the Private Sector - CEO of the Year 2025 at the African Women Chartered Accountants (AWCA) of South Africa's Women of Substance Awards. This prestigious recognition honours women who demonstrate outstanding leadership, influence, and impact in the financial and corporate sectors across the continent. Appointed as CEO of Morar Incorporated in 2022, Reddy leads the firm's national operations across ten offices. Speaking after receiving the award, Reddy said she did not anticipate receiving it so soon in her career. 'I am deeply honoured. My focus has always been on leading with integrity, driving growth, and empowering others.' Video Player is loading. 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Next Stay Close ✕ This recognition is a humbling affirmation that those efforts are making a meaningful impact, she said. 'Winning this award is incredibly motivating. It validates not only my personal journey but also the collective hard work of everyone at Morar Incorporated. It inspires me to continue pushing boundaries and supporting emerging leaders, especially women, in the profession.' Reddy attributes the key to her success to her resilience, clear vision, and commitment to continuous learning. She champions authentic leadership, cultivating a culture rich in innovation and collaboration. 'Surrounding myself with talented people and prioritising mentorship has also been vital to our collective growth. Above all, my faith in God has been my guiding strength through every challenge and decision.' Reddy expressed her ambition to expand Morar's national and international footprint while enhancing the company's impact through innovation and client-centric solutions. 'I'm also passionate about creating more opportunities for women and emerging leaders to thrive in the financial services industry.' She added that leadership is not just about titles or accolades; it's about creating positive change and inspiring those around you. 'I am grateful for the journey so far and excited about what lies ahead. To anyone facing challenges, remember: within every crisis lies an opportunity.' Reddy encourages other CEOs to fiercely believe in their vision and lead unapologetically. 'Don't wait for permission to step into leadership, own your space and lift others as you rise. Your authentic voice is your greatest asset, and together, we can break barriers and redefine leadership.' Announcing the achievement of its CEO, Morar, which was recognised as one of the KZN Top 20 Businesses last year, stated that the company is 'proud' of Reddy, as under her direction, the proudly black-owned Level 1 BBBEE professional services chartered accountancy and consulting firm has cemented its reputation as a leader in innovative and client-centric financial solutions. With nearly 20 years in the financial services industry, Reddy has held multiple leadership roles and played a pivotal part in expanding the firm's advisory, audit, tax, and forensic capabilities. She holds a CA(SA), RA, MBA (GIBS), and CFE, and has been internationally recognised for her impact, most recently named 'Top CEO of the Year in Financial Solutions' by the International Association of Top Professionals in 2025, said Morar. Reddy also serves on the Allinial Global EMEIA Board and Africa Steering Committee, advocating for global collaboration and inclusivity. 'Her award not only marks a personal milestone but also highlights the growing influence of inclusive leadership in South Africa's corporate landscape,' said Morar. Speaking at the 2024 KZN Top Business Women Initiative last year, where Morar was the principal sponsor, Reddy said after taking the helm of the firm, she underwent rapid learning and had to contend with daily challenges and pressure. As the leader, she bore the ultimate responsibility for all business challenges, encountering every conceivable obstacle.
Yahoo
02-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BZI®'s James Barlow Named Among Top CEOs of the Year 2025 by Utah Business and CEO of the Year by Cedar City Chamber of Commerce
KANARRAVILLE, Utah, April 02, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BZI® CEO, James Barlow, has recently been recognized for his outstanding leadership with multiple awards. BZI ( a leading steel and construction company nationally known for transformative innovations in its industries, celebrated with other top CEOs from across Utah on March 27, when Barlow was among executives who received a "CEO of the Year 2025" award. The event was sponsored and award presented by Utah Business. Barlow was also named CEO of the Year by Cedar City Chamber of Commerce, who honored his leadership at a 75th annual Best of Cedar City awards event hosted by the organization last week. As cited in the article featured in the Utah Business March 2025 issue: "James Barlow has transformed BZI into a national leader in steel erection and fabrication since becoming CEO in 2016. Under his team-centered leadership, the company reached $1 billion in accumulated revenue in 2024, grew from 80 to over 800 employees and erected 139.7 million square feet of steel. "His innovative vision established Innovatech, which developed revolutionary construction equipment like WallMaster200™ and MezzMaster™. BZI expanded into new industries including battery plants and microchip manufacturing while launching the 820-acre BZI Innovation Park and RailSync transportation hub. The company's SteelTech Academy has delivered over 100,000 training hours, supporting BZI's recognition as a top workplace in America and recipient of numerous industry awards." "It is an honor to serve and lead the team members at BZI, a hardworking, committed group that makes me proud every day," said James Barlow, CEO of BZI. "These CEO awards are a reflection of our entire organization. I am pleased to accept them on behalf of the collective accomplishments that represent our values of Teamwork, Innovation and Action." For more information about BZI, visit email office@ or call 888.509.2280. About BZI Considered one of the top steel and construction organizations, the BZI® group of companies headquartered in Kanarraville, Utah, operates through three primary organizations: Building Zone Industries, LLC is responsible for steel erection, while BZI Steel, LLC specializes in steel fabrication. Innovatech®, LLC specializes in designing, engineering, and manufacturing innovative construction equipment and processes to enhance efficiency and safety on the job. To support its workforce and maintain high safety and quality standards, BZI partners with SteelTech Academy™, an exclusive technical, safety, vocational, and leadership training center offered to all team members. The academy provides training in OSHA (10) and (30) certifications, equipment operations, fall protection, and industry-specific welding certifications. Since 2021, SteelTech Academy has issued thousands of certifications across these disciplines and consistently logs over 10,000 student contact hours annually. The company continues to receive numerous industry awards for its exceptional performance and contributions to its industries. Just in 2024, the company was bestowed with: Inc. Best in Business 2024 for Construction: BZI Innovation Park USA Today's Top Workplaces (Second year – Ranked #11 in the nation for midsize companies in 2025) Utah Business Fast 50 (#12 ranking) Top Workplaces Construction Industry Award Salt Lake City Tribune Top Workplaces for two years (#5 ranking in 2024) One Utah Summit "Rural Rockstar" Award presented by Utah Governor Cox Best Employer by Cedar City Chamber of Commerce Best CEO by Cedar City Chamber of Commerce Trade Partner in Safety Excellence (Layton Construction) BZI is a proud member of and accredited by AISC, an organization that has recognized BZI with its top safety award, the "Erector Award of Honor". CEO James Barlow serves on the Forbes Business Council and is a recipient of the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige Award. BZI is now completing and executing major construction projects across the United States and is recognized as a leading provider of innovative construction solutions for companies worldwide. View source version on Contacts For more information: kayla@ Teresa@ Sign in to access your portfolio
