Name: Lone Botanka
Email: botanka@botswananoc.org
CGA: Botswana
University: Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply
Degree: CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply

What projects will you be working on this year?

• Digitising and integrating procurement processes
• Games preparations, (Paris 2024 Olympic Games)
• Events preparations, (Olympic Day, Commonwealth Day, and World Clean Up Day)

I have a passion and love for sports, and working in the industry allows me to align my career with my interests and hobbies. This will lead me to a greater job satisfaction and a sense of fulfillment. The sports industry also offers ample opportunities to network with professionals, athletes, and enthusiasts. Finally, building a strong network can open my doors to various career opportunities and collaborations.

I am a procurement professional with years of experience of managing end to end procurement processes. Working in sports did not only expose me to new experiences, it gave me character. Hard work, balance, perseverance, and teamwork are just a few of the characteristics that make me a woman that I’m proud to be.