28/08/2026
Yesterday was more than just attending the Standard Bank SME Summit 2026 . It became another important chapter in the story of B-Confident &Co.
Our journey began with shared vision. A journey to build a proudly locally black owned company that creates quality products, opportunities and a lasting legacy.
Seeing our Lumino products come to life reminds us that every successful business starts with dream,courage and the willingness to begin.
We were privileged to meet & learn from Insiring business leaders & creative,including Mr Tatiso Dube ,the owner & founder of Galxboy Pta ,Content creator Ntokozo kwamfana, Chef Makamo & Ubuntu Extra Virgin Olive Oil Mr Loyiso Manga .
Mr Manga reminded us that business is all about innovation .As entrepreneurs, we cannot remain comfortable. We must continue improving, developing new ideas & finding better ways to serve our customers.
One of the most powerful lesson from Mr Tatiso ." Push your business like the other big brands and everything else will follow you. Learn to let go by employing the professionals that can do what you are not good at and focus on what you know."
Those words spoke directly to us as founders, we sometimes try to carry every responsibility ourselves,but building a successful company also means trusting skilled , professionals and focusing our energy on areas where we add the most value .
We also extend our heartfelt Congratulations Paint Africa on being crowned the National Kasi SME Pitching Competition 2026 winner . Your achievement proves what is possible when hard work and determination come together.
Thank you to Standard Bank - South Africa for creating a platform where township business can learn ,connect & be inspired. We left the Summit with greater knowledge,renewed confidence & even new determination to grow our company.
We may be new brand on the block but we are learning ,innovating and pushing our business.