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people directory

Humans first, organisations second. The same person can be linked to multiple partner orgs (e.g. Dereck Joubert → Great Plains Conservation + Nat Geo).

  • Dean Jackson

    prospect
    Creative Strategy Lead (proposed) · Founding Partner

    Long-form brand-storytelling and live-TV pedigree in South African media. Proposed founder-partner to own the editorial voice of wanago, the show-format playbook, and the host roster — starting with wanago fly.

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    • Add reel / portfolio

  • Nico Panagio

    prospect
    Lead Host (proposed) · Founding Partner

    Recognised SA broadcast face. Strong range from polished studio (Top Billing era) to rugged outdoor formats (Survivor SA). Proposed on-screen face for the launch slate and equity partner with first-look on subsequent formats.

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    • Add Instagram
    • Add IMDb

  • Beverly & Dereck Joubert

    prospect
    Nat Geo Explorers-in-Residence

    Filmmakers + conservationists; principals of Great Plains Conservation. Cross-listed under creators (audience) and experience-owners (supply).