In April, you are invited to attend a Financial Mail Essentials “ABCs of BEE” breakfast in partnership with LFP Training, to help businesses rethink their transformation strategies. Such strategies should form part of an integrated business plan before they can deliver a boost to the economy. Education and training are some of the most mutually beneficial ways of making a difference when implementing black economic empowerment (BEE) compliance initiatives. LFP CEO Louis Pulzone says: “When implementing training initiatives in line with the BEE codes of good conduct, there are two important things to keep in mind. First, companies should educate themselves on BEE compliance as part of their growth strategy. This should not be viewed as a ‘checklist exercise’ but be embraced as part of the bigger picture. “Second, it is critical that such education initiatives are carried out using the correct suppliers and tools. When it comes to the skills development portion of the scorecard, it is...

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