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Creating the Ultimate
Employee Experience
10 & 11 June 2025 | The Maslow, Sandton

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Where HR Meets Fresh Perspectives

Culture Café is a unique environment for HR, People & Culture and EX experts to connect, share ideas and learn from thought leaders in the industry in a cozy café style setting.

Over freshly brewed coffee and baked goods, you’ll engage in meaningful conversations on the most relevant and trending topics in the industry that affect you and your business, giving you insights and knowledge to create incredible employee experiences and stir up some fresh ideas to implement in your company.

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Employee experience

Redefining Employee Experiences

Modern workplaces have shifted to create environments where employees can be at their most productive because their experience is carefully curated through strong people and culture programs.

Employees are no longer seen as just assets to be used in exchange for money, but as diverse and independant people full of potential.

Culture Café has been deeply researched with HR, People & Culture and EX leaders to deliver a valuable exchange of ideas all based in a coffee-shop themed event.

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Meet the Speakers

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Melanie van Rooy
Chief Marketing Officer,
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Melanie van Rooy
Chief Marketing Officer,
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Melanie van Rooy
Chief Marketing Officer,
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Melanie van Rooy
Chief Marketing Officer,
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Melanie van Rooy
Chief Marketing Officer,
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Melanie van Rooy
Chief Marketing Officer,
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Agenda Highlights

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Agenda Highlights

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Casual but Meaningful Panel Conversations between Leaders
Powerful Keynotes & Case Studies on EX & Culture Success Stories
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Creating & Implementing Culture Strategies in Hybrid Workplaces
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Focusing on Employee Wellbeing - Physical, Mental & Spiritual
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The Importance of Day 1, Month 1 on EX
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The Evolution of the Digital Employee Experience
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Communicating & Living the Values & Vision of the Organisation
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Covering the Entire Employee Lifecycle - from Recruitment to Exit Interview
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Who Should Attend

Culture Café is for any and all involved in cultivating a positive employee experience, especially (but not limited to!) the following professionals:

  • CHRO/Head of HR/HR Director

  • Chief People Officer/Head of People/Head of Human Capital

  • Head of People & Culture

  • Head of Employee Experience

  • Head of Learning & Development

  • Head of Employer Branding

  • Head of Employee Relations/Head of Internal Comms

  • Head of Employee Wellbeing

  • Head of Rem & Reward

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3 Reasons To Register TODAY

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Connect

Connect with over 100 industry experts over coffee and croissants
Learn

Learn

Learn about the most relevant, thought-provoking and trending topics in the industry
Experience

Experience

Get out of the office and into a cozy café style setting with delicious coffee
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Testimonials

Check out some testimonials from our sister event - Marketing Café

“It was an amazing opportunity to connect with like-minded marketing professionals, exchange valuable insights, and explore innovative ideas. The sessions covered a range of fascinating topics, and I'm excited to implement some of the key takeaways into our strategies to drive an even greater impact!”

– Anja Justus –

Marketing Manager, Argility Technology Group

“What a week! Networking at Marketing Café has been a total game-changer. Learning about the latest trends in marketing, AI, personalization, and CX from guest speakers and industry leaders has given us a fresh perspective on our own work. These events are essential for staying relevant and competitive in our field. Thank you Marketing Café!”

– Netcash –

The Netcash Team

“Marketing Café expanded my thinking and provided the opportunity to engage in meaningful, face-to-face conversations with fellow marketers and industry experts. These in-person exchanges are irreplaceable, being fully present in the room, away from the daily grind, allowed for deep engagements and fresh perspectives. I’m excited to share valuable insights with my team and clients, and to explore potential synergies with the new connections made.”

– Kirill Levchenko –

Founder and Director, Virtusell

"Besides the amazing speakers, discussions and golden nuggets, it’s so great to be able to come together with fellow marketing professionals and share and learn about our own experiences."

– Erica Cuna –

Marketing Manager – South Africa, FTI Consulting

"Marketing Café was exceptional, featuring a fun setup alongside insightful content delivered by exceptional speakers. The networking opportunities and engaging sessions created a dynamic learning environment, leaving me inspired and eager to apply industry knowledge to my professional endeavours. As a marketer, staying connected and fostering a learning culture within the marketing community is crucial, making events like these invaluable."

– Tanielle York –

Group Head of Marketing, Adcorp Group

"Marketing Café! What an incredible gathering of minds in the marketing community. The energy was palpable as we delved into the common challenges we face as leaders in the industry."

– Wendy Bergsteedt –

Head of Marketing, Old Mutual

"Unlike most conferences, the intimate set-up and approach of Marketing Café really lended itself to deeper sharing and having engaging discussions. A great place for coffee and conversations that pushes the industry forward."

– Sithabile Kachisa –

Head of Marketing – Sub-Saharan Africa, Spotify

"Marketing Café was beautifully organised by Dalebrook Media, a passionate and very organised team! The event was world-class: the venue, facilities, and speakers! I was mostly blown away by the level of insights and the ideas the marketers had to share, the profession of marketing in South Africa is high-level and in good hands!”

– Masego Mokgatlha –

Marketing Production Manager, Thornybush

“Marketing Café is a beacon of excellence in the marketing community. It was a true delight to share insights and engage with such a vibrant audience. The event's seamless organization and warm atmosphere made for an unforgettable experience.”

– Mota Mota –

Head: External Communications, Corporate Communications & Public Affairs, Nestlé East and Southern Africa Region

“Marketing Café is an absolute must-attend event for marketers, CX and data professionals! The agenda tackled the most relevant and pressing issues faced by marketers in the current landscape, facilitated real-world marketing problem-solving but also provided a fun and relaxed atmosphere for marketers to meet, ideate, co-create and learn from each other. I will attend year after year!”

– Tracey-Lee Zürcher –

Head of Marketing, Payflex

“Marketing Café was unique in every way possible- from the theme, décor, panel sessions, speaker lineup and topics. It was a breath of fresh air. Learning and networking with the best in the business. Well done Dalebrook Media on an outstanding, unique event- you pulled out all the stops.”

– Fathima Ebrahim –

Head of Marketing, Liquid Intelligent Technologies

“I congratulate Dalebrook Media on leading the charge to create a space for marketers to connect, gain fresh perspectives and get a giant shot of inspiration. I can’t wait to join the next one!"

– Vuyokazi Henda –

CMO, Spur

“Enlightening, motivational, and inspirational are all understatements - it was a fantastic combination of real conversations, collaboration, and group problem-solving in answer to challenges marketers are facing in a rapidly changing, privacy-first marketing landscape."

– Amy Botha –

Regional Marketer (ME Africa), EPI-USE Labs

“From innovative strategies to cutting-edge trends, every session left me inspired and ready to elevate our marketing game. Excited to implement these insights into our upcoming campaigns."

– Gratia Snyman –

Marketing Manager and Executive Support, Nutun

Sponsors

Checkout some of the previous sponsors of Marketing Café
“The cozy café vibe was the ideal setting for vibrant conversations and brainstorming sessions, and we couldn’t be more satisfied with the insightful exchanges and creative ideas brought to the table. Thanks to Dalebrook Media for their impeccable planning and coordination, ensuring everything ran smoothly and flawlessly.”
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