Kula Wins Startup of the Year at the Founders Conference

[Cape Town, 14th November 2024] – Kula, a leading provider of remote staffing solutions, has been honoured with the prestigious Startup of the Year award at the Founders Conference in Cape Town. Hosted by Outsourced CFO at Innovation City Cape Town, this annual event celebrates entrepreneurial excellence and innovation in South Africa. The event was proudly sponsored by Silicon Overdrive, Xero, and Bridgement. 

“Winning Startup of the Year is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team,” said Mennolt Beelen, Group CEO of Kula. “This recognition reinforces our commitment to bridging the talent gap by connecting businesses with exceptional South African finance professionals.” 

Celebrating Innovation and Impact 

The Founders Conference brought together Africa’s boldest entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders under the themes of Innovation, Impact, and Global Growth. From engaging keynote talks to thought-provoking panel discussions, the event provided an energetic platform for sparking ideas, forming meaningful connections, and celebrating entrepreneurial achievements. 

Key Highlights of Kula’s Achievements: 

Pioneering Remote Staffing Solutions: Providing tailored, high-quality staffing for the audit, accounting, tax, and ESG sectors. 

Promoting Diversity and Inclusion: Leveraging South Africa’s rich talent pool to deliver exceptional value to global clients. 

Driving Operational Excellence: Ensuring seamless integration of remote staff into client teams to enhance efficiency and compliance. 

Gratitude to Supporters 

Kula extends heartfelt thanks to Outsourced CFO, Silicon Overdrive, Xero, and Bridgement for their sponsorship and for fostering a platform that celebrates entrepreneurial success. Special thanks to Silicon Overdrive for their Diamond Sponsorship, which played a key role in making this remarkable event possible. 

“This award reflects not only our journey but also the potential of South African talent to make a significant impact on the global stage,” added Parfait Ngoie, Group Director of Operations at Kula. 

About Kula 

Kula is a pioneering provider of remote staffing solutions, connecting businesses in the UK and the Netherlands with highly skilled South African finance professionals. With a mission to unlock growth potential, Kula focuses on diversity, inclusion, and tailored client solutions that address staffing shortages while ensuring compliance and operational excellence. 

For more information about Kula’s services or to explore remote staffing solutions, visit www.kulastaffing.nl or email us at info@kulastaffing.nl 

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