Zama Dadan

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DISC Type : Ds

Principal, Partnerships at Anglo American

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Overview

Zama Dadan is a Principal for New Business Development at Anglo American, focusing on carbon neutrality and innovation. With a background in Metallurgical Engineering and a Masters in Finance, she has extensive experience in metals and mining finance. People who have worked with her describe her as enthusiastic, intelligent, and well-organized.

Outside of her primary role, Zama has demonstrated a passion for leadership and sustainable practices, having served as Chair of the Circular Economy Group for the Critical Minerals Association. During her university years, she was actively involved in leadership programs and held the position of Treasurer for SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise).

Zama has executed more than 20 metals and mining deals across various commodities in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Personality Overview

Risk Tolerant

Objective Evaluator

Direct & Assertive

They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.  Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them. They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.

Topics They Care About

Carbon Neutrality
Her current role at Anglo American is dedicated to developing new business in carbon neutrality and she actively posts about sustainability initiatives.
Green Energy Transition
Her professional focus is on advancing technology and partnerships to accelerate the shift to a sustainable, carbon-neutral future.
Circular Economy
She previously chaired the Circular Economy working group for the Critical Minerals Association, indicating deep expertise and interest in this area.

Media Appearances

Zama has no verified media appearances

Work History

7-2023
Principal, Partnerships at Anglo American
11-2021 - 6-2023
Director at ARCH Emerging Markets Partners
1-2022 - 2-2023
Chair of Circular Economy Group at Critical Minerals Association
6-2018 - 7-2021
Senior Associate at The Pallinghurst Group
8-2015 - 5-2018
Investment Associate at Industrial Development Corporation of SA Ltd. (IDC)

Education

2017 - 2018
Master of Science - MS from Wits Business School
1-2014 - 12-2014
B.Eng (Hons) Metallurgical Engineering from University of Pretoria
2007 - 2010
Bachelor of Engineering - BE from University of Pretoria

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Insights For Selling To Zama

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • You can spend time on BANT (or other qualification methodology) but keep it to the point
  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside
  • Suggest clear next steps with confidence, don't be vague or hesitant

DONT's

  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons
  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building
  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Zama is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Zama

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Zama move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Zama take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Zama

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