Susan Moloisane is Empowering SMEs for Inclusive Growth

With over 13 years of experience in executive leadership, her career has spanned key roles across data analytics, consulting, and SME development, cementing her as a leader committed to economic empowerment and the sustainable growth of black-owned businesses in South Africa.

Currently, Susan serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Edge Growth Solutions, a division of Edge Growth, which specializes in Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD).

Edge Growth’s mission is to help companies build sustainable value chains by investing in SMEs that are vital to economic and social development.

Since her appointment as CEO in September 2023, she has focused on developing tailored programs that empower SMEs, particularly those that are black-owned, which face unique challenges in accessing funding, scaling operations, and achieving longevity.

Her strategic vision aims to tackle the systemic barriers limiting SME growth, from limited access to capital to market entry challenges, helping these businesses contribute meaningfully to the South African economy.

Susan holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) degree in Information Systems from the University of Cape Town and an MBA from Wits Business School, where her research focused on identifying success factors for black-owned SMEs in South Africa.

This academic foundation in systems, business strategy, and enterprise development has been instrumental in shaping her approach to SME growth and economic inclusion.

Her deep knowledge of data and analytics, honed during her time as Executive Head of Data and Analytics at Standard Bank, gives her a unique perspective on harnessing insights to drive measurable impact in the SME sector.

Before joining Edge Growth, Susan was the Managing Director at Oyana Consulting, where she championed grassroots SME acceleration.

Under her leadership, Oyana Consulting achieved remarkable growth for clients by focusing on community-based enterprises and providing these businesses with the tools and resources needed to thrive in competitive markets.

Her work at Oyana underscored her belief in the transformative power of SMEs and the importance of nurturing these enterprises to build a resilient economy.

Susan’s journey has been marked by achievements and accolades that underscore her commitment to economic development.

She has been recognized for her thought leadership on platforms like the SuperLead Podcast, where she has shared insights on entrepreneurship, leadership development, and the keys to succeeding as an entrepreneur.