Civitas is a global private network for high-growth CEOs and founders, founded by a dynamic team in South Africa who understand the triumphs and challenges of entrepreneurship. 𝘋𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘵 𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘪𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘥. 𝘞𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘵 𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘪𝘦𝘳. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗘𝗢 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸? • 𝘍𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘚𝘶𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵 𝘕𝘦𝘵𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬: Empowering founders with a supportive community for advice, guidance, and collaboration. • 𝘍𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘩 𝘐𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴: Connect with top CEOs, thought leaders, and experts for new ideas. • 𝘉𝘳𝘰𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘗𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦: Learn successful strategies from leading business figures. • 𝘎𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘵𝘩 𝘛𝘰𝘰𝘭𝘴 & 𝘙𝘦𝘴𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘦𝘴: Unlock your potential with essential resources. • 𝘕𝘦𝘵𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬. 𝘊𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦. 𝘛𝘩𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘦: Build relationships with like-minded leaders committed to growth. Whether you're seeking growth strategies or leadership insights, Civitas supports you, multiplying your opportunities for success. Visit www.civitas.network to learn more and connect with other top CEOs and founders. #CivitasNetwork #CEOCommunity #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment #FounderSupport #GlobalNetwork
Civitas Network
Civic and Social Organizations
Johannesburg, Gauteng 2,508 followers
Civitas is a private network for high-growth founders in South Africa.
About us
We believe honest entrepreneurs are a force for good in the world. They serve their customers, pay taxes, create jobs and ultimately raise everyone’s living standard. Civitas was started to help these entrepreneurs succeed. Our model was developed from 10-years of research including 1000s of studies, 100s of interviews and years of experimentation. While doing the research we found that top venture capital companies, CEO networks and entrepreneurial communities could increase a founders odds of success by up to 100x. Excited by our findings we took the best ideas and created Civitas. The result is a low cost and time efficient way to help founders with what they need most. 1. Practical know-how on how to grow their business and solve challenges. 2. Warm introductions to the right people, such as, customers, investors, suppliers, etc. 3. Ongoing nudges to help founders and CEOs level up. This has meant that many Civitas members doubled, tripled and even 5x their revenue in the first year of joining the community. Some say our focus on growth is misguided. We disagree. We believe the faster you grow, the more people you serve and the greater your contribution to the world. Our challenge to all entrepreneurs: grow faster, serve more and help build a better world.
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http://www.civitas.network
External link for Civitas Network
- Industry
- Civic and Social Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2019
- Specialties
- Advice, Strategy, South Africa, High calibre, Growth, Being awesome, and Acceleration
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Johannesburg, Gauteng 2196, ZA
Employees at Civitas Network
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Paul Smith
Civitas | A private network for high-growth CEOs and founders
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Brett Steingo
Co-founder & CEO, Civitas International * Networking founders & CEOs who realistically want to 10x their businesses * 3 exits, co-built 2 startups…
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Karen Daniels
Dedicated to guiding businesses towards responsible practices that benefit both their bottom line, people and our planet
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Christine le Roux
Head of Growth | Co-Founder | Business Builder | Executive Assistant | Fitness Fanatic
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#CivitasMentors: Eliana Cline shares her expertise on crafting a compelling Unique Value Proposition that resonates with clients, driving engagement and business growth. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀: • Understanding UVP: A clear, well-defined Unique Value Proposition is essential to distinguish your business. • Practical UVP Approach: Simplify UVPs by cutting out the marketing jargon. • Client Symptoms: Recognise signs of a weak UVP, including lack of client connection and low engagement. • Key UVP Questions: Answer “who you serve,” “how you help,” and “what benefits you deliver” for clarity. • Formulaic Process: Use proven formulas to shape effective, targeted UVPs. • Real-World Examples: Draw inspiration from successful UVPs across diverse industries. • Collaborative Learning: Engage in refining your UVP through a guided, interactive process. 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀: Clarity Over Complexity: Simpler UVPs resonate better, helping clients • understand your unique offering. • Customer-Centric Language: Frame UVPs in clients’ own words for increased relevance. • Iterative Refinement: Regularly update your UVP based on research and client feedback. • Targeted Audience Definition: Clearly define your audience for a stronger, more specific UVP. • Holistic Approach: Blending strategy, creativity, and data yields the most effective UVP messaging. • Business Alignment: Align your UVP with clients' business objectives to demonstrate value. • Stand-Out Differentiators: Emphasize what sets your business apart to attract attention in a crowded market. https://lnkd.in/d6SE6YnG 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗮 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘀 𝘆𝗲𝘁? Connect with top mentors like Eliana Cline via our network! 👉Visit elianacline.com to explore Eliana’s offering and join the Civitas Network to learn, connect, and thrive! #CivitasNetwork #UVP #BusinessStrategy #ClientEngagement #ValueProposition #MarketingTips #BusinessGrowth #Mentorship #ElianaCline #Leadership #GrowthHacking #Differentiation
▼ Mentoring: Value proposition & messaging review
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Thank you, Bruno Simao - Attorney, Closer, Mediator, Speaker, for joining us at last week’s event and for being an integral part of our community! 💪 Your reflections on how fitness can spark ideas and strengthen connections capture what makes our events unique! From an energising F45 Training South Africa session to in-depth discussions on franchising and capital strategies, it was a day of meaningful exchanges beyond the boardroom. Interested in joining a network that brings professionals together in fresh, dynamic ways? Visit our website to find out more, or send a message to connect. https://lnkd.in/dUJamcXC #CivitasNetwork #ProfessionalCommunity #Networking
Commercial, Tax, Property, Litigation | Helping thousands of businesses find solutions by identifying and addressing complex problems | Attorney for SA Property Investors Network
💪 Strengthening Connections and Sparking Ideas Through Fitness Last week’s Civitas Network Event had an awesome twist: kicking things off with an F45 Training session before diving into coffee-fueled conversations. There’s something about sweating it out together that breaks down walls—turns out, it’s a pretty great way to build real connections! After the workout, we sat down to chat about franchising models, fundraising tips, capital considerations, and the do’s and don’ts of these models. Lots of ideas flowed, and it reminded me how a little physical activity can boost both energy and creativity. Big takeaways? Sometimes, the best ideas come when you step outside the usual boardroom setting. Here’s to more events where fitness meets business—and brings people together in a whole new way! BSA Law | Bruno Simão Attorneys | Intergen Private Wealth #Networking #CivitasEvent #Franchising #FitnessAndBusiness
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A good day ALWAYS ends with a good wine! 🍷 Thank you for the kind words, Simon Magner CA (SA)! We’re always happy to hear that our events bring value to our members and spark meaningful conversations. If you're interested in being part of a community where connection and inspiration are always on the menu, visit our website to learn more, join the Civitas Network, or send us a message to connect. https://lnkd.in/dUJamcXC
What an amazing end to what has already been a great day. I got to join the Civitas Network Cape Town crew at Bacco Wine Estate to listen to their story from the team. Then we did a wine pairing and amazing food from their new incredible chef. The community in Civitas always means great conversations and events are becoming the norm. Safe to say I will be returning … once I have enjoyed the wines I have bought 🍷 Thanks Christine and George for another event out of the top drawer! #Civitas #Business #Community #Wine
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Thank you for the shoutout, Lisa Bell! It’s always a pleasure connecting with you personally. What a wonderful evening, filled with inspiring stories and, in our opinion, the best wine! 😉🍷Special thanks to Nathan Jankelowitz for sharing his incredible founder story. #CivitasNetwork #inspiration #founderstories #community
Director of The Word Architect Digital Marketing & Copywriting Agency | Magazine Chief Editor at WORD & LEAD | Author of 4 | The Organic Shop Owner
What a lovely evening learning about how Bacco Estate came to be … thank you Civitas Network
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𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗚𝗶𝗴-𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆! As Brett Steingo highlights, more businesses are turning to Fractional Leadership—whether to manage cost constraints or meet temporary needs. From Fractional CFOs, CMOs, and even CEOs, this model is becoming a game-changer for fast-growing companies that need top-tier expertise without the full-time commitment. Know a fantastic fractional leader? Share their details in the comments! Let’s keep the conversation going.👇 https://lnkd.in/dk-wK-cy #CivitasNetwork #Fractional #CEO #CFO #CMO #CTO #COO #CPO #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #ScalableSolutions #TopTalent #GigEconomy #BusinessInnovation #ScaleUps
Co-founder & CEO, Civitas International * Networking founders & CEOs who realistically want to 10x their businesses * 3 exits, co-built 2 startups to $ 10M pa
Fractionalisation : The natural result of an increasingly Gig-based economy More and more of the businesses we work with are using, or looking for, top-tier management expertise on a fractional basis. Whether it's a cost constraint or a temporary requirement, "Fractional" is taking off! I've seen Fractional CFOs, CTOs, COOs, CMOs (marketing), CPOs (Product, also People) and most recently CEOs - which sounded weird to me but makes a mountain of sense especially for fast-growing scale-ups that need a little extra help in the transition. So because I'm getting so many questions on this, here is some free promotion for some Civitas Network members: Fractional Accounting Officers : Anchor Accounting Fractional CEOs : Gralen Consulting and Fractional Leadership Fractional CFOs : LaRoss Consulting ; The Fractional CFO Fractional CMOs : Ignite Brand Accelerator We also have phenomenal individuals associated with the network acting as Fractional COOs, CTOs and Heads of Data Analytics - so reach out if you need this kind of help. If you want to recommend a Fractional CXO company or person, please do so here: https://lnkd.in/d9U9S6Pe If I left you out - accept my apologies and let me know. 😁 #Fractional #CEO #CFO #CMO #CTO #COO #CPO #CDO #CRO
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What our members have to say! Click below to find out more and join the Civitas Network today. https://lnkd.in/dUJamcXC #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #FounderSupport #Leadership #Networking #CivitasNetwork Joshua Wadge Sociocom
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It was a pleasure hosting you SearchKings™ Africa!
We had an exciting evening connecting with business owners and entrepreneurs in the Civitas Network community while showing them how to connect the dots between sales and marketing to win more customers consistently👑💪 Thank you to Civitas for hosting another successful event and giving us the space to showcase our Google and Microsoft Ads, and Pipedrive CRM solutions ⭐ #Networking #IndustryEvents #PipedriveEliteParter #GooglePremierPartner
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Thank You for Sharing Brett Perlstein CA(SA)! This month’s CEO Connect featured a thought-provoking talk by Pavlo Phitidis from Aurik Business on transforming businesses into valuable assets. Pavlo’s expertise in business growth and innovation sparked inspiring discussions among members. Interested in connecting with leaders and thought-provoking insights? Join Civitas Network today! https://lnkd.in/dUJamcXC #CivitasNetwork #LeadershipCommunity #BusinessGrowth #Networking
CEO & Founder of SearchKings™ Africa | Our team of Google Certified Online Marketing Experts will help your business dominate online | Google Premier Partner | SAICA Top35u35 Finalist | ABSA Jewish Achiever Finalist
It's always great to attend a Civitas Network event and this month's CEO Connect was a talk by Aurik Business CEO Pavlo Phitidis on "How to Turn Your Business into an Asset of Value." Pavlo is a business & innovation thought leader and a fantastic speaker who is also greatly informative and motivational. Some key take-outs that resonated with me: "Things are always changing, internal dynamics never cease." "Unconscious incompetence - take a step back and set a new trajectory and lead and guide differently." "Make hard calls on loyal people who can’t get you to the next level." "Build a solid scalable foundation, then build market share, followed by profitability. These are three separate stages of scaling a business into an asset." "If you ARE the business as the founder, you don’t have a business, you have job." "What sets you apart - the biggest mistake we make is looking at competitors and then making sure we have equal or better features. It's a zero-sum game. The alternative is to premise your business as a purpose-led business that solves a problem for your customer." It was also amazing to connect with fellow community members and showcase our professional service solutions and success at SearchKings™ Africa, where we've helped hundreds of business owners generate revenue through the power of Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, and Pipedrive CRM. Thanks for a great evening Ryan Osher and Paul Smith 🙌 #leadership #CEOevents #businessgrowth #networking
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𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝗬𝗼𝘂, 𝗡𝗶𝗰𝗸, 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆! It’s inspiring to see our members reconnecting and building meaningful connections within their CEO groups. Nick recently joined our Cape Town gathering, where he and other leaders shared insights and ideas over an evening of great food and conversation at Maria’s Greek Café. We’re excited to witness the collaborative spirit among our members! Are you looking to connect with like-minded professionals? Join Civitas Network today and become part of our thriving community. https://lnkd.in/dUJamcXC #CivitasNetwork #LeadershipCommunity #ConnectAndGrow
Co-Founder & CEO @ Bluegrass | We craft digital products and platforms - web and mobile apps, CMS/DXP Experts - delivery world-class solutions!
After retreating behind our screens in recent years, it’s refreshing to reconnect in person with like-minded individuals. I recently joined the Civitas Network and last night marked the first gathering of our Cape Town Civitas CEO Group. It was great to get to know my fellow CEOs better - listening, learning, and sharing ideas. And I have to say, the mezze sharing plates and great atmosphere at Maria’s Greek Café in Gardens definitely added to the experience! Great getting to know you better Mponeng Seshea Chantelle Bowyer Dean Cook Johan Taljaard. We missed you Bruce Burgess. And thank you to George Eadie for arranging a great evening. Onwards and upwards 🚀.
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