Open the market with the JSE at your next business event
The JSE venue offers a unique opportunity to open the market as part of your next corporate event
In June last year, technology company Ansys celebrated its 10th anniversary as an AltX-listed company on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) with a market-opening event. Ansys – which was also marking its 30th birthday and a set of solid annual results announced by CEO Teddy Daka and chairperson Nonhlanhla Mjoli-Mncube – filled the foyer of the JSE for a countdown to 9am when trading officially started. Board members, executive committee members and partners gathered on stage to blow the ceremonial kudu horn and vuvuzela, and to hear the beat of the drum and the sweet sounds of the marimba as its staff and supporters cheered. Breakfast was served and the annual results were presented in the adjoining auditorium. Companies are invited to celebrate with a symbolic market opening such as this one, or to host business meetings, executive lunches and smart awards functions at the JSE. “It’s a great opportunity to shine the spotlight on commerce,” says Carol Crozier, manager of compan...
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