About us

We are a premium people and performance consulting company dedicated to partnering with organisations that aspire to create and sustain a high-performing culture.

The Story

In 2011, Maggie Mojapelo co-founded The Human Touch with a mission to transform business management across all areas of an organisation. Today, she’s a pioneering force in reshaping how companies operate and integrate their people strategies with overall business objectives, reflecting resilience, passion, and a commitment to continuous learning throughout her journey.

About The Human Touch Consulting

“It’s not about what you’ve done; it’s about what you can do.”

Maggie Mojapelo

Founder of The Human Touch

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The Mission

To strive to create long-term relationships with all our clients by partnering with them to provide consistent, high-value-adding solutions.

The Vision

To provide successful solutions to optimise business performance through people.

The Values

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To conduct all business activities with integrity.
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To provide clients with honesty and transparency in all we do.
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To maintain a work ethic that will provide all clients with service excellence.
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To be fully accountable for all we do for our clients.
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To form a partnership with all clients working towards the same goal.
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To be driven by innovation and visionary thinking when providing clients with a solution.
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To provide clients with quality business solutions.
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To complete all assignments with great insight and depth.
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Client retention rate
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Happy clients
Trained & coached professionals
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years of experience
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Meet our Founders

Maggie Mojapelo

 

Maggie Mojapelo is a seasoned business leader with more than 20 years experience as a senior executive in business. Her experience spans across both local and global blue-chip companies. The companies she worked for include IBM (Senior HR Manager), Nedbank (HR Director), Avon Justine (HR Director) and Coca Cola South Africa (HR Director).

Following her successful career in corporate, Maggie established The Human Touch - an end-to-end business management consulting firm. She leveraged on her skills and expertise to lead and steer the company from its embryonic stage to the solid business it is today. The company has produced some of the talent occupying executive and leadership roles in companies locally and globally. In addition, Maggie also sits on the Boards and Committees of different companies. This has enabled her to drive the respective companies’ growth, profitability, sustainability and governance. Maggie is a true change agent. She is a sought-after speaker, facilitator and mentor. She is passionate about developing young professionals and giving back to her communities and country.

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Henley University (UK) MBA graduate
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Wits Business School), Advanced National Diploma in HR Management (UNISA SBL).

The Human Touch

Boards and Committees
Non-Executive Director:ESCAP SOE Ltd, RMA, RML, Haleon, GSK Pharmacy and OCTODEC Investment Ltd

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Meet our Founders

Mahlasedi Mojapelo

 

Mahlasedi is an experienced business management consultant with more than 10 years practical experience in the profession. She is one of the founders of The Human Touch. Mahlasedi is a BCom Marketing graduate from the University of Johannesburg. Upon completion of her junior degree, Mahlasedi worked as a marketing professional at InterBrand Sampson Branding, Professional Provident Society (PPS) and Avon Justine. Mahlasedi’s main areas of strength as a business management consultant include business strategy development, big-picture thinking, process development and implementation facilitation.

Mahlasedi joined the company as a full time employee in 2018. Her background and experience in Marketing as well as expertise in Advertising enabled her transition and growth into a solid business management consultant in the company. Mahlasedi is highly passionate about finding and maintaining a balance in life.

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Institute of Marketing Management
B Comm Honours Marketing Management

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UCT
Post Graduate Diploma in Strategic HR Management

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Meet our Founders

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Getty, a founder of The Human Touch, has over 25 years of experience in human resources leadership across industries such as FMCG, industrial chemicals, telecommunications, and investment banking, at both the executive and board levels. Her extensive background spans both public and private sectors.

For the past 20 years, Getty has served on numerous boards and committees, including those for major companies, state-owned entities, and municipal organisations in Johannesburg and KZN. Notably, she was Chair of the Boards for City Power, Joburg Development Agency, Joburg Water, and Pikitup in Johannesburg, and served with the KZN Growth Fund, Property Development, and KZN Film Commission in KZN. She also had a nine-year tenure with SANBS, including four years as Chair of the Board. In the private sector, Getty has been involved with Deltamune, KLT, and T-Systems SA, where she remains a board member. Currently, she serves on the boards of AHRI, Tshikululu Social Investment, and the Profmed medical aid board of trustees. Passionate about youth development, Getty mentors aspiring leaders as part of her commitment to giving back.

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University of Bath (UK)
MPhil graduate

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Unizul,WITS, NORTHWESTERN(USA)
BA Social Work, HDPM, EDP

About

Maggie Mojapelo

Head of New
Business Development

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Meet our Founders

Maggie Mojapelo

 

Maggie Mojapelo is a seasoned business leader with more than 20 years experience as a senior executive in business. Her experience spans across both local and global blue-chip companies. The companies she worked for include IBM (Senior HR Manager), Nedbank (HR Director), Avon Justine (HR Director) and Coca Cola South Africa (HR Director).

Following her successful career in corporate, Maggie established The Human Touch - an end-to-end business management consulting firm. She leveraged on her skills and expertise to lead and steer the company from its embryonic stage to the solid business it is today. The company has produced some of the talent occupying executive and leadership roles in companies locally and globally. In addition, Maggie also sits on the Boards and Committees of different companies. This has enabled her to drive the respective companies’ growth, profitability, sustainability and governance. Maggie is a true change agent. She is a sought-after speaker, facilitator and mentor. She is passionate about developing young professionals and giving back to her communities and country.

The Human Touch

Henley University (UK) MBA graduate
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Wits Business School), Advanced National Diploma in HR Management (UNISA SBL).

The Human Touch

Boards and Committees
Non-Executive Director:ESCAP SOE Ltd, RMA, RML, Haleon, GSK Pharmacy and OCTODEC Investment Ltd

Mahlasedi Mojapelo

Head of Executive Search
and Senior Consultant

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Meet our Founders

Mahlasedi Mojapelo

 

Mahlasedi is an experienced business management consultant with more than 10 years practical experience in the profession. She is one of the founders of The Human Touch. Mahlasedi is a BCom Marketing graduate from the University of Johannesburg. Upon completion of her junior degree, Mahlasedi worked as a marketing professional at InterBrand Sampson Branding, Professional Provident Society (PPS) and Avon Justine. Mahlasedi’s main areas of strength as a business management consultant include business strategy development, big-picture thinking, process development and implementation facilitation.

Mahlasedi joined the company as a full time employee in 2018. Her background and experience in Marketing as well as expertise in Advertising enabled her transition and growth into a solid business management consultant in the company. Mahlasedi is highly passionate about finding and maintaining a balance in life.

The Human Touch

Institute of Marketing Management
B Comm Honours Marketing Management

The Human Touch

UCT
Post Graduate Diploma in Strategic HR Management

About

Getty Simelane

Co-Founder

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Meet our Founders

Getty Simelane

Getty, a founder of The Human Touch, has over 25 years of experience in human resources leadership across industries such as FMCG, industrial chemicals, telecommunications, and investment banking, at both the executive and board levels. Her extensive background spans both public and private sectors.

For the past 20 years, Getty has served on numerous boards and committees, including those for major companies, state-owned entities, and municipal organisations in Johannesburg and KZN. Notably, she was Chair of the Boards for City Power, Joburg Development Agency, Joburg Water, and Pikitup in Johannesburg, and served with the KZN Growth Fund, Property Development, and KZN Film Commission in KZN. She also had a nine-year tenure with SANBS, including four years as Chair of the Board. In the private sector, Getty has been involved with Deltamune, KLT, and T-Systems SA, where she remains a board member. Currently, she serves on the boards of AHRI, Tshikululu Social Investment, and the Profmed medical aid board of trustees. Passionate about youth development, Getty mentors aspiring leaders as part of her commitment to giving back.

The Human Touch

University of Bath (UK)
MPhil graduate

The Human Touch

Unizul,WITS, NORTHWESTERN(USA)
BA Social Work, HDPM, EDP

How we enable people and performance

We empower your team to thrive with our people-first approach, personalised strategies, and ongoing support, promoting a culture of growth and success.

What makes us different

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Strong analytical approach to Consulting

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Belief that every client is unique and needs to be understood in that manner

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40+ years of experience in the Human Resource and Management field

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Women-led and managed

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Clear, easy-to-follow and fit-for-purpose processes

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Emphasis on end-to-end solutions and exceptional service quality

What our clients say

Working with The Human Touch has been an invaluable experience for us at North West University. Their dedication and commitment to providing excellent services, such as coaching and engaging training solutions, have greatly improved our employees’ skill sets and fostered a culture of continuous learning. Their expertise and professionalism have consistently exceeded our expectations, making them a trusted and reliable partner in our pursuit of organisational excellence.

Ntsako Nkuna

Specialist of Learning and Development at Northwest University (NWU)

The training was not only fruitful but also very informative. It focused on the soft skills most required in the field of HR. The knowledge and skills imparted are valuable and can be easily applied in our workplace. The practical approach adopted during the training has significantly enhanced our understanding of HR practices. The HR Academy’s global initiative is commendable, and I am confident it will greatly benefit HR professionals worldwide. I look forward to seeing its positive impact on the HR community. Thank you once again for providing us with this wonderful opportunity. I am excited about the future collaborations and the continuous learning journey with The Human Touch.

Thabiso Modise

HR Manager at Royal Bafokeng Holdings (RBA)

My team and I had an ‘Edgecellent’ experience with The Human Touch. It is no easy task to facilitate a diverse and deep learning experience with a senior group of leaders, but they nailed it on many occasions. What made the learning experience even more effective was that the team took the time to understand the ‘problem/opportunity’ the learning was trying to solve and custom-built the material to enable that. That is unusual in any space and a first for me in the HR space!

Daniel Hatfield

CEO at Edge Growth

The Human Touch Academy delivered a transformative learning experience; not only do they open up your mind to the true value of HR for business, but they give you the confidence to display that value and speak with conviction about HR to your stakeholders. Maggie and her team are true ambassadors for the HR profession, and it shows through their passion, energy and deep expertise!

Matseliso Masemula

Manager Specialist - Talent, Performance - at NUTUN (formerly TCRS)

We would like to express our deepest gratitude to The Human Touch team for the exceptional consulting services provided to ATNS, in particular with our Organisational Design project. The team’s expertise and understanding of our organisation’s needs have significantly contributed to our strategies, plans, and practices. Their professionalism, work ethic, and creative solutions have greatly improved the efficiencies and effectiveness of our ways of work.

Gayle Serema

Chief of Human Capital at Air Traffic Navigation Services (ATNS)

The Human Touch has been more than a service provider to me. The team goes beyond the call of duty to offer bespoke HR services with a human touch, empathy, and understanding of each organisation’s unique requirements in the people space. In supporting their clients, they have continuously presented themselves as a strategic business partner that takes the time to immerse themselves in the client’s environment and understand their unique business needs. I trust them to support me in co-creating fit-for-purpose business solutions in all my roles, having worked with them across multiple industries and in different organisations from hospitality and insurance to legal services. The solutions they have provided are multi-faceted and diverse. This team is my go-to when I need to engage a dynamic think-tank. They remain my trusted business partner.

Rachel Masuku

Chief People Officer at Norton Rose FullBright

I have had the pleasure of using the consulting services of The Human Touch for the past three years on our strategic HR-related projects. I have always been pleased with the quality of work that THT has produced for the GEPF. Their work ethic is of a very high standard, and they keep to timeliness according to the agreed-upon project plans. Thank you, THT!

Siyanda Dyeshana

Head HR Manager at the Government Employee Pension Fund (GEPF)

Working with The Human Touch has been an absolute pleasure, an experience I'll always cherish. Their professionalism, courtesy, and client-centric approach are exceptional. When our HR function at Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) was struggling, The Human Touch skillfully guided us through their engagement methodology, expertly addressing our human capital challenges. I highly recommend The Human Touch to any organisation seeking top-"I'm delighted to recommend The Human Touch, a top-notch consulting firm that provides expert HR leadership, guidance and support to organisations of all sizes. Through their work with Medshield, The Human Touch showcased exceptional skills, including effective communication, superb organisation, and a steadfast commitment to ethical practices. They foster positive relationships with HR teams, clients, and stakeholders, and collaborate seamlessly with strategic partners. I wholeheartedly endorse The Human Touch for any organisation seeking comprehensive HR solutions with optimum impact on business results. Their expertise, collaborative approach, and exceptional skills make them an invaluable partner for any business.

Marumo Bogoshi

Former Senior HR Manager at Medshield Medical Scheme

The Human Touch possesses the capabilities to collaborate with businesses and their personnel to fully optimise all aspects of the human resources value chain. They are genuine partners who can significantly enhance HR competencies within an organisation.”

notch HR solutions – their expertise, support, and impact are truly remarkable!

Dr Jerome Mabaso, Former Acting Vice Chancellor

Resources & Planning - at the Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT)

The Human Touch, a trusted strategic partner, provided Harith General Partners with strategic and operational support across all aspects of the HR value chain. Their tailored assistance enabled our business to achieve its strategic objectives by ensuring the necessary talent, competencies, and capabilities were in place. The Human Touch demonstrated exceptional expertise in HR, spanning from transactional services to strategic design and implementation, and their wealth of knowledge and skills was invaluable to our success

Elaine Kleinhans

Senior HR Business Partner at Harith General Partners (HGP)

Why clients choose us

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Speed
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Quality
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Teamwork
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Focus
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Ownership
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Pushing Beyond Boundaries

Let’s co-create a high performing organisation