Season 13 Episode 9
Willem Olivier on South Africa’s Resilience Exchange and business continuity
29 July 2025 · 18:09 min
In this episode of Business Talk, host Michael Avery dives into the critical topic of business continuity and resilience in South Africa’s evolving landscape. Featuring Willem Olivier, CEO of Resilient Innovations, they unpack key insights from the inaugural Resilience Exchange event in Waterfall —… a unique gathering of C-suite leaders across cybersecurity, infrastructure, agriculture, and more. Together, they explore why resilience is no longer just a compliance checkbox but a vital strategic advantage. From the intersection of operational technology and cyber risk to the impact of government policies on food security and tariffs, this conversation sheds light on the complex challenges South African businesses face today. Discover how cross-sector collaboration and global connectivity are shaping the future of resilience, and why the conversations started at the Resilience Exchange promise to drive meaningful change in boardrooms nationwide. Show more