Meet The Broadreach Team

Meggan Donald

Operations Administrator

Meggan holds an LLB degree and brings a diverse professional background spanning law, human resources, and compliance. With experience in key roles such as Legal Officer, Legal Manager, and Company Secretary, she has developed a strong operational focus and now applies her legal expertise to support business operations more holistically.Drawn to the renewable energy sector by its growth and purpose, Meggan is passionate about contributing to a more sustainable future. She believes the industry offers vast, often underestimated opportunities to create real impact — especially in a world reshaped by global challenges like Covid.Outside of work, Meggan enjoys trail running, reading, and spending time in nature. Her first month at Broadreach Energy has been, in her words, “fantastic,” and she continues to enjoy learning from the team and embracing the operational side of energy strategy.

Angelique van Wyk

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Broadreach Energy Staff | Financial Accountant

Angelique brings over 12 years of financial expertise to the Broadreach Energy team, with a strong background in managing financial operations, optimizing costing strategies, and ensuring financial control across diverse industries.

She holds a National Diploma in Financial Information Systems, combining financial acumen with a solid understanding of technology-driven processes. Her experience spans roles such as Junior Accountant, Account Manager, and Cost Accountant, serving sectors ranging from insurance and entertainment to refrigeration services and now, renewable energy.

Angelique is passionate about the global impact of renewable energy, driven by its ability to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and build a sustainable future. Her work supports the operational strength and financial integrity that power Broadreach’s long-term impact.

When she’s not refining numbers, Angelique enjoys spending time in nature, especially on the West Coast, where she finds peace in the outdoors and connection with loved ones.

Markus Dupreez

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Broadreach Energy Staff | Business Development

Markus has specialized as a renewable energy developer and funder since 2020 and has an extensive track record in provider client’s solution with reliable and affordable energy solutions. Markus holds a B. Com Law and an M. Com in Business Management. He has over 20 years of experience in Business development working capital raising, asset-based finance, leverage, and private equity finance. His work experience includes General Manager Corporate at Land and Agricultural Bank of South Africa as well as Vice President for an Africa focused private equity fund based in Mauritius. He is passionate about providing funding solutions for growing companies. Markus has a focus on energy efficiencies for small to large corporate customers looking for sustainable solutions and a reduction of their dependence on utilities.

Sabrina Strauss

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Broadreach Energy Staff | Renewable Energy Engineer

Holding a degree in Mechatronic Engineering from the University of Stellenbosch, Sabrina firmly believes in the power of sustainable solutions to address South Africa’s energy crisis and environmental concerns. Her excitement is fueled by the abundant sunlight available in the region, offering a wealth of solar energy potential. Moreover, Sabrina is inspired by the continuous advancements in renewable energy technology, rendering these sources increasingly efficient and cost-effective.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Sabrina’s interests span the spectrum of creativity, from sewing to drawing. She also finds joy in the outdoors, exploring Cape Town’s picturesque landscapes, whether it’s hiking in the mountains or strolling along sandy beaches.

Martin Wilken

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Broadreach Energy Staff | Technical Operations

National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Digital Technology), SAPICS PPIM certificate (Principles of Production & Inventory Management)

Martin has 15+ years SAP R/3 Super User experience in the Logistics and Demand Planning space. He has an electronics background with circuit board design and fault-finding experience. Furthermore, his exposure includes extensive experience in data analytics and advanced reporting, and he enjoys applying a creative approach to new projects. Martin recently started applying his combined experience to the Solar Energy industry: he has been analysing customer data and simulated Solar PV designs for the last 7 months.

Martin holds a National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Digital Technology) and a SAPICS PPIM (Principles of Production & Inventory Management) certificate.

Ayabulela Xongo

Broadreach Energy Staff | Finance administrator

Ayabulela is a dynamic Finance Intern at Broadreach Energy, bringing a strong foundation in BCom Accounting. He finds inspiration in renewable energy’s potential to alleviate the country’s energy crisis – a crucial factor for business resilience and investor confidence in South Africa. His passion for finance, strategic thinking, and dedication to sustainable solutions make him a valuable contributor to Broadreach Energy’s mission of driving positive change in the energy sector. Beyond his professional commitment, he enjoys online chess and coding, reflecting his strategic acumen.

Alison Nesbitt

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Broadreach Energy Staff | Head of Finance

Alison Nesbitt, our Head of Finance, holds a Bachelor of Business Science majoring in Finance and Accounting, followed by a Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting, and is a qualified CA(SA).

Her professional journey, since her qualification in 2013, has been diverse. Spending six years in Corporate Finance, specialising in transaction advisory services, she gained insights into a broad range of businesses, from family enterprises to the listed sector. In 2020, she pivoted into commerce as the Head of Finance at a software development company, focusing on internal financial operations, policy enhancement, team building, and financial insights. While her background isn’t in renewables, Alison’s adaptability from her varied experiences positions her to make impactful contributions in this dynamic field.

Beyond the numbers, Alison finds balance through exercise, quality time with friends and family, and getting lost in captivating books. Recently, she has started playing Padel, foreseeing it as a newfound favourite activity.

For Alison, the appeal of renewable energy lies in the depth of its impact. She sees renewable energy as a dual force – making our environment cleaner and providing crucial support to local businesses in the face of challenges like load shedding. Being part of a movement with such far-reaching positive consequences is an exciting prospect.

Chantál Hugo

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Broadreach Energy Staff | Head of Operations

Chantál Hugo has been working in Financial Services and heading up operational areas within large Corporates for over 25 years. She currently specialises in the operations management of the new joint venture between Broadreach and Capital Box. Her extensive experience in administration, billing and liability management along with her great management skills and focus on process efficiency and quality, make her an asset to the team. Her passion is ensuring that the customers’ needs are exceeded wherever possible.

Sibusiso Motaung

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Broadreach Energy Staff | Senior Project Engineer

Sibusiso is an experienced Electrical Engineer with over 15 years of expertise in industrial plant projects, power distribution systems and renewable energy solutions. He holds an Electrical Engineering qualification from Vaal University of Technology, a Project Management certification from North West University, and is a registered Professional Technologist (Pr. Tech) with ECSA.

Throughout his career, Sibusiso has worked extensively in the power and mining sectors, designing and implementing projects at Eskom power stations (Matla and Kriel), major mining operations, including Sibanye Stillwater and Anglo American, and industrial sites such as Ardagh Glass. His expertise spans industrial electrical systems, power cabling, protection relay programming and commissioning of new equipment.

Ilse De Bruyn

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Broadreach Energy Staff | Operations Administrator

Ilse De Bruyn brings a diverse and dynamic background to the Broadreach Energy team, with extensive experience in technical procurement, supply chain management, and operations. Her career began in customer care at Vodacom, where she developed strong business communication skills and gained exposure to finance, training and quality assurance.

In 2013, she transitioned into technical procurement, working in the HVAC, and Marine Refrigeration industries before moving into the renewable energy sector in 2020. At SMA Solar Technologies, she was key in optimising service operations, overseeing health & safety, training engineers, and managing key customer relationships. Her contributions to process implementation within the Service Department continue to be used today.

Within her new role at Broadreach, Ilse applies her expertise to ensure the seamless execution of solar projects, gaining insight into the financial, technical and compliance aspects of the industry. Passionate about sustainability, she is driven by the opportunity to contribute to the growth of renewable energy solutions.

Outside of work, Ilse is a dedicated musician, a creative in the culinary arts, and an avid reader with a strong interest in human and social psychology.

Jock Brown

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Broadreach Energy Staff | Technical Director

Jock is an engineer with 12 years’ experience in the global energy and technology industries.

He has led multi-disciplinary teams and delivered business development, innovation and efficiency programmes. Jock has experience with emerging technologies such as solar PV and hybrid systems.

He has industrial experience from around the world including working in New Zealand, South Africa, the UK and Norway and has delivered projects in Europe, Africa, North America and Asia.

Jock holds a Master’s degree in chemical engineering, project management qualifications, and has held line management positions at DNV GL.

St.John Bungey

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Broadreach Energy Staff | Executive Director

St.John’s career spans 25 years in financial services.

His roles have ranged across stockbroking, banking and asset management, with a predominant focus on emerging and frontier markets. Recently, this has been mostly in the private debt and equity arena, with an emphasis on impact and responsible investments. St.John is passionate about financial markets and investing, and believes strongly that asset managers can make a difference both as the custodians of capital, and through the impact of how that capital is directed.

Since joining Broadreach in an executive capacity, St.John has been engaged in corporate finance mandates and business development in the renewable energy sector.

In 2018, St.John and his family, undertook a year’s sabbatical. Heading west around the globe, the trip covered in excess of 80,000km, through 27 countries, with pauses in most of the world’s major wine regions.

Adam Bekker

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Broadreach Energy Staff | Manager Director

Meet Adam Bekker, MD and Co-Founder of Broadreach Energy.

Adam commenced his career as an attorney, specialising in commercial law and tax, and thereafter moved into the fields of private equity and corporate finance.

In 2014, Adam and St John – a long-time friend and business colleague – founded Broadreach Capital. Their vision was to create an asset management business within in the broader field of sustainable investment, and their vision ultimately led them into the field of renewable energy.

Since co-founding Broadreach with St John, Adam has focused full time on establishing the renewable energy business. He has found his passion in the blend of finance, law, science and responsible investing involved in the renewable energy industry.

Adam is a keen trail runner, which he has trouble reconciling with his interest in wine.

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“That’s how I see business: great things in business are never done by one person, they’re done by a team of people.” Steve Jobs