THATO MOREMI
Partner Manager: Emerging Partner Programme
Partner Manager driving access-to-market and partner development across the Microsoft South Africa partner ecosystem, enabling emerging and SMB partners. Proven record growing 100% black-owned ICT SMMEs through skills development, training, and certification. Master’s candidate in Public Management & Governance and QCTO-accredited Project Manager with a passion for data-driven governance.
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Work Experience
Data Science Intern
ExploreAI Academy
Jul 2022 — Dec 2022
- Developed and implemented machine learning models for business applications
- Created data visualisations and dashboards to support reporting and decision-making
Managing Director
Metal Champions
Jul 2021 — Dec 2023Johannesburg, South Africa
- Oversaw business operations, project delivery, and client relationships for a steel fabrication business
- Led a team delivering custom metalwork solutions with a focus on quality and on-time completion
- Managed procurement, budgeting, supplier negotiations, and staff training on safety standards
B-BBEE Intern: Enterprise & Supplier Development
Microsoft
Sep 2024 — Feb 2025Bryanston, South Africa
- Supported partner enablement and B-BBEE compliance processes for SMMEs
- Assisted in training delivery and documentation for emerging partners
- Contributed to the planning and execution of partner events and workshops
Acting Programme Manager: Emerging Partner Programme
Microsoft
Mar 2025 — Apr 2026Bryanston, South Africa
- Led national initiatives empowering 100% black-owned ICT SMMEs through training, certification, and strategic market access
- Organised training sessions, workshops, and masterclasses, and managed communications across all programme participants
- Guided partners on Statements of Work (SOW) and coordinated with internal teams for smooth programme delivery
- Launched the inaugural Copilot Night School, introducing partners to Microsoft Copilot across Microsoft 365
Partner Manager: Emerging Partner Programme
Microsoft
Apr 2026 — PresentCurrentJohannesburg, South Africa
- Support access-to-market and partner development initiatives across the Microsoft South Africa partner ecosystem, focusing on enabling emerging and SMB partners
- Drive partner readiness and coordinate end-to-end programme operations
- Manage stakeholder engagement and ensure compliance with governance requirements
- Align partner activities with Microsoft’s strategic and ecosystem objectives
Skills
Partner Management & EnablementAccess-to-Market StrategyProgramme & Project ManagementStakeholder EngagementGovernance & ComplianceEnterprise & Supplier DevelopmentEvent Planning & ExecutionStrategy ExecutionData-Driven Reporting
Education
Master of Arts, Public Management & Governance
University of Johannesburg
BA Honours, Public Management & Governance
University of Johannesburg
Bachelor of Arts, Public Management & Governance
University of Johannesburg
Certificates
Artificial Intelligence in the 4IR
University of Johannesburg
Languages
English
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Northern Sotho
Full professional
References available upon request.