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Cheryl Labuschagne

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Researcher at Search Partners International (SPI)
📍 City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Cheryl Labuschagne is an executive search specialist with 25 years of experience in strategic talent acquisition and talent architecture. A graduate of the University of the Witwatersrand with a certification in People Analytics, she is described by colleagues as a "consummate professional" and focuses on placing executives in roles that drive strategic growth.

Drawing from an early career in library science and a deep interest in personal evolution, Cheryl values continuous learning. Her writings reveal a focus on challenging established success patterns to foster growth, showing a blend of analytical rigor and a philosophical approach to development.

Unique fact: Cheryl is a strong proponent of "unlearning"—the idea of letting go of outdated habits and thoughts to unlock ones full potential.

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Experience
26 Years
Current Role
Researcher
Location
City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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Talent Architecture
A core focus of her professional identity, she frequently posts about the importance of aligning talent strategy directly with business strategy.
Leadership Evolution
Discusses the changing nature of leadership and the need for cross-functional expertise to effectively navigate the C-suite.
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Career

Work history

5-2025
Researcher
Search Partners International (SPI)
8-2024 - 4-2025
Practice Lead & Executive Talent Specialist
Capital Assignments
11-2017 - 7-2024
Executive Search Specialist
Roundpeg Talent
10-2006 - 10-2017
Senior Researcher
Path Executive
4-1999 - 9-2006
Senior Researcher
Search Partners International (SPI)
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Education
1989 - 1989
H. Dip. Lib.
University of the Witwatersrand
1985 - 1988
Bachelor of Arts - BA
University of the Witwatersrand
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