Electrocoat currently has 15 employees

Being a female entrepreneur is exceptionally tough and especially in industries hat don’t usually have women. With the correct collaboration and support it can e very rewarding,” she stated. lectrocoat currently has 15 employees and Angelique hopes the economy mproves so she can extend this to at least 26.

South Africa’s current economic climate is very tough and it depends on what our intentions are. If I was to start another business I would do research into he specific area and of course you need to know why you are starting a ompany. The ‘why’ factor will keep you going when things get tough and trust e they do get tough. I would also get professionals in the field for mentorship r just to ask questions,” she narrated. fter all has been said and done, Angelique still has a business to run. What akes her products and services a cut above the rest?

My companies are unique and each has a niche market. I continuously read and I observe international trends.

“My companies are unique and each has a niche market. I continuously read and I observe international trends. I also try to give each company a personal touch. To reconnect with the consumer in this digital 4IR world is key. To establish a relationship with your customer is definitely going to put your company above any competitor.”

Angelique obtained her her degree in Psychology at Rhodes University in 2007. Her beauty and wits captured the 2015 Mrs Port Elizabeth. She has also received the Women Of Strength Hostess Award. She has been to New York and enjoys igniting sparks and motivating people.

“I am a very passionate and motivated individual. I think you are either a person that is driven by passion and purpose or you are a person that requires set times and work structures or schedules. Both are desperately needed in this world. I am not fond of being told what to do (laughs) so for me to have a boss would not be a good recipe,” said Angelique.