Meet this week’s #AbsaSmallBizFriday featured business – Nerdware.
Nerdware is a digital powerhouse that has been pushing the boundaries of innovation and inclusivity. For over two decades, Nerdware’s Founder, Ronald Magondo, has been on a mission to uncover hidden value and build businesses that make a lasting impact. His journey has taken him through industries as diverse as staffing solutions and precious metals trading, giving him a broad foundation of knowledge across design, development, production, and strategy. He has worked with global brands to deliver innovative solutions that consistently impress. But the true highlight of his career has been the growth and transformation of Nerdware.
Since 2021, Ronald has taken Nerdware from a small team of just four employees, generating over R2,000,000 in annual revenue, to a thriving company of 50 people with annual revenue surpassing R60,000,000. This explosive growth has been fuelled by his commitment to deliver cutting-edge digital marketing solutions, creative strategies, and forward-thinking approaches that resonate with Nerdware’s clients and the broader market. His passion lies in pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the digital space.
At Nerdware, they pride themselves on thinking outside the box. Whether it’s designing a compelling digital campaign, developing an innovative app, or crafting a unique brand identity, they constantly strive to deliver excellence. The growth of the business is a testament to their team’s dedication and the trust Nerdware’s clients place in them to drive their success.
What sets Ronald apart is his relentless drive to find growth opportunities and leverage innovative technology to build sustainable business solutions. He is more than just a leader – he is dedicated to inspiring his team to perform at their best and helping clients achieve results that exceed their expectations. Nerdware’s team culture is built on creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement, ensuring that they are always at the cutting edge of the industry.
From optimizing digital strategies to building groundbreaking tech solutions, his goal is always the same: to help businesses grow, inspire innovation, and create lasting value.
Ronald Magondo’s journey has been one of ongoing discovery, where every experience has refined his ability to create value and build businesses that make a lasting impact. Through this process, he has gained a unique perspective on how innovation, strategy, and creativity come together to drive meaningful change. Building Nerdware has been transformative for him, both personally and professionally. It has taught him the importance of adaptability, resilience, and creating a collaborative team environment. Ronald has learned that true success is not just about innovative strategies but about empowering people to reach their full potential. Creativity and excellence fuel every project Nerdware takes on, shaping him into a leader who inspires others and drives success for their clients. The future holds endless possibilities for growth, and he is excited to embrace emerging technologies, craft dynamic strategies, and expand their capabilities. Their commitment to inclusivity and community will always be at the heart of what they do.
At Nerdware, they are digital architects, blending innovation and inclusivity to craft tailored strategies. Their foundation is technology, and they offer custom software, dynamic digital marketing, and strategic PR to amplify your brand. Through compelling content, data-driven campaigns, and optimized efficiency, they boost awareness, generate leads, and drive sales.
Nerdware have won multiple awards, including: 2023 Sentech Africa Tech Week Awards, 2023 Pitcher Award, his co-founder Shiko Mamotheti won the 2023 Future is Female Advertising Week Award, the 2023 Transunion Rising Star and 2024 Prism Award.
Nerdware was also selected as one the Top 20 Small Businesses in South Africa and received the National Growth Award at the 2024 South African Small Business Awards – this prestigious awards programme celebrates the most outstanding businesses and the exceptional business people behind these successful and growing businesses.
We wish Ronald Magondo and his team at Nerdware greater growth in their future.