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Chanida Puranaputra

Chanida Puranaputra, one of the biggest names in the direct selling and network marketing industry, brings a unique and new perspective that she has built her life serving. She is an entrepreneur, speaker, trainer, top earner, and renowned international leader that has not only experienced success, but has produced it for others. Not only is she a self made millionaire, but Chanida has also trained and produced more MLM millionaires, multimillionaires and industry leaders than anyone before her. During the majority of the past two decades in the direct sales arena, not only did she pioneer new and effective marketing strategies for her business, speak in more than 25 countries, and have her training resources translated in over 10 languages, she has also strengthened and expanded the industry’s presence in the Pacific Rim.

Prior to this, Chanida was the VP of Sales for Axxa Life Insurance and the Managing Director for Communications Concept, a worldwide training institution, where she facilitated the massive growth of the company. Before this, Chanida held the position of Business Development Director for Bangchang Group, a publicly listed company, and established herself among the elite. In 1989-1994 Chanida was the National Sales Director for Primerica Financial Services and was also recognized as Woman of the Year. Prior to this, from 1980-1988, Chanida was part of the hotel management at the New Otani Los Angeles. With Chanida’s wide range of success and experience, there is no doubt why and how she helps companies flourish because of her influence and expertise.

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Sebastian Sanchez

Current Managing Director of Sanjo Construction and Associated Companies.

Mr. Sebastian Sanchez serves as the present Managing Director of Sanjo Construction, leading a consortium of companies that specialize not only in construction and development, but also in providing full-turnkey solutions for pharmaceutical firms. Mr. Sanchez extends his broad range of expertise to the OS Petro team as the Director of South African Operations.

Mr. Sanchez contributes a wealth of experience in infrastructure development and project management to OS Petro, elements crucial to fulfilling the company’s aspirations in oil marketing. In line with a significant shift in our expansion strategy for the Southern African sector, Mr. Sanchez will guide a dynamic team of executives tasked with expanding the company’s brand. This expansion encompasses the development of modernized petroleum stations and depots across targeted countries, where OS Petro has been licensed to operate gas stations.

With the assistance of Sanjo Construction’s technology, developed and refined under Mr. Sanchez’s leadership, OS Petro aims to leverage his strategic acumen to introduce an innovative, never-before-seen model for gas and petroleum depots.

In addition to his professional pursuits, Mr. Sanchez is a dedicated triathlon athlete. His dynamism and energy align perfectly with our company’s ambitious goals in Southern Africa.

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Ali Johnson

Mr. Ali Johnson joins Side Equity after successfully managing small to medium enterprise growth companies in London’s trading and capital resource market. Mr. Johnson after becoming part of Side Equity has taken on the task of managing our Side Equity portfolio company, OS Petro’s, trade desk team for European Operations at our offices in LONDON.

His leadership has opened up a plethora of opportunities for the company in the oil and gas sector within the European Union. Mr. Johnson is focused on the contracting and partnership trade executions for OS Petro and is a key member of our products and services management core. OS Petro is very excited about his years of experience in trade and commerce that he brings to our dynamic team of executives.

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Lucia Sevcikova

Ms. Sevcikova joins Side Equity as a Limited Partner focused on the funds expansion into the Euro Asian and Middle Eastern Markets. Her tasks as Side Equity is to manage the entry and partnerships portfolio of the fund in the assigned regions of interest. With a foundation in international modeling starting at age 14, Ms. Sevcikova developed a global perspective and an entrepreneurial mindset early in life. Her academic journey includes a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Mass Media Communication, with specializations in law and marketing, and an MBA in International Business from Keiser University. Ms. Sevcikova, as the former owner and visionary behind Chateau Foldvary, a boutique hotel in the heart of Europe, built a thriving brand from the ground up.
In this capacity she all aspects of the business, including brand creation, marketing strategy, and operational management, overseeing a team of over 150 employees. Ms. Sevcikova expertise in project management and design extended to the interiors, exteriors, and curated guest experiences, culminating in partnerships with prestigious organizations like Miss Slovensko and philanthropic initiatives such as Cambodia’s House of Smile for HIV orphans. Beyond traditional hospitality, Ms. Sevcikova expanded Chateau Foldvary’s offerings by organizing high-profile holistic retreats, hosting global thought leaders, and creating a signature product line, including a bespoke fragrance and the children’s book “Hugo, the Frenchie from the Chateau”.

These efforts positioned the brand as a hub for wellness and creativity. Ms. Sevcikova is also a 500-hour RYT-certified yoga instructor specializing in Power Vinyasa and Sound Healing, combining business acumen with a passion for holistic health. Her training as an Integrative Health Coach from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in New York and her culinary studies under renowned vegan chef Matthew Kenney allow Ms. Sevcikova to integrate wellness and nutrition into best business practices, emphasizing sustainable and mindful living. Driven by the belief that innovation and well-being are essential in any enterprise, Ms. Sevcikova brings a unique blend of creativity, strategic leadership, and dedication to every venture.

Her mission is to create transformative experiences and impactful brands that inspire growth, connection, and purpose on a global basis.

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David West

Mr. David Moorer West is an American retired professional basketball player who played 15 seasons in the National Basketball Association (NBA) and is an advisory member of Side Equity’s Start Up Projects team. He played college basketball for the Xavier Musketeers, earning national college player of the year honors from the Associated Press (AP) and United States Basketball Writers Association (USBWA) as a senior in 2003. West is a two-time NBA All-Star (2008 and 2009) and a two-time NBA champion (2017 and 2018).

In his senior season in high school, West garnered two of the five major college basketball Player of the Year honors, being named AP National Player of the Year and National Player of the Year by the United States Basketball Writers Association. He became the first three-time Atlantic 10 Player of the Year, and was named first-team All-America by the Associated Press in 2002–03. In addition, he became just the third player in Xavier history to surpass 2,000 points and only the second to eclipse 2,000 points and 1,000 rebounds, joining Tyrone Hill.

West was drafted by the New Orleans Hornets with the 18th overall pick in the 2003 NBA draft. On December 13, 2011, West signed a two-year, $20 million contract with the Indiana Pacers. On January 12, 2013, West recorded his first career triple-double with 14 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists in the 96-88 win over the Charlotte Bobcats. On July 10, 2013, West re-signed with the Pacers to a three-year, $36.6 million contract. In June 2015, he opted out of his contract with the Pacers to become a free agent and signed with the San Antonio Spurs.

On July 9, 2016, West signed with the Golden State Warriors. West emerged as a key bench player for the Warriors, particularly for his skilled passing abilities. Throughout January and February 2017, West missed 14 games with a non-displaced fracture in his left thumb. On March 29, 2017, West recorded a season-high 15 points and a game-high plus-23 in a large comeback win against the San Antonio Spurs. The Warriors finished the season as the first seed in the West with a 67–15 record. Following a 129–115 victory in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals over the Spurs, the Warriors were undefeated in the first three playoff series, reaching their third straight NBA Finals series. West played in every playoff game, as the Warriors defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 4–1 in the 2017 NBA Finals. The Warriors’ 16–1 playoff record was the best ever postseason winning percentage in NBA history.

On July 25, 2017, after winning his first championship ring, West re-signed with the Warriors for one more year with expectations to retire after the 2017–18 season. On January 8, 2018, in a 124–114 win over the Denver Nuggets, West became the 127th player in NBA history to play in 1,000 regular-season games. After reaching that milestone, he noted that he might consider signing again for the 2018–19 season, saying, “It all depends on how my body feels. Right now I feel good.” After winning his second NBA Championship, West announced his retirement from the NBA after 15 seasons on August 30, 2018. Side Equity is excited to have Mr. West as part of our team for the Professional Sports division of our organization.

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Dr. Keitumetse Tebogo Mothibeli

Dr. Keitumetse Tebogo Mothibeli is a growing leader in the field of science with experience in the medical distribution industry and vast knowledge of the medical industry. She has five years’ experience as a Field Applications – and Product Specialist where her key deliverables were focused on maintaining and developing territorial sales functions in accordance with agreed sales and marketing plans. While pursuing her Master’s degree she worked for Adcock Ingram -The Scientific Group as a graduate trainee and later joined the Scientific Group sales team. She was earmarked into becoming an Applications Specialist, where she gained overseas training in the UVP imaging systems in Cambridge and the Applied Imagine-Karyotyping system in Newcastle acquiring a distinction in the field. She became a Field Applications Professional in Immunology and tissue culture at Whitehead Scientific – South Africa in 2012 and handed in her resignation in January 2014 to pursue her PhD full time.

In 2020 she became a Chief Investment Officer for the Chairman’s Investment Panel where she focused on building and mentoring young and dynamic entrepreneurs into creating sustainable and meaningful business. In 2021 she was earmarked to become the CEO of Crystal Partners – a 100% black owned investment company led by black female professionals. Crystal Partners is aimed at becoming the premier choice partner for global and local companies seeking to establish and expand their footprint on the African continent.

Dr. Keitumetse Mothibeli strives to be a leader. She believes that leadership means sacrifice, commitment, consistency and keeping a positive attitude. It is to develop an innate drive for excellence that transcends barriers of any prejudice or predisposition, with a moral obligation for success that should be in the pursuit of human dignity, social fulfilment, and integrated success.

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Yaba Rosinho

Mr. Rosinho is the Founder and Chairman of YMR Group, an Angolan owned company with engineering centered activities in several industries. YMR Group support Angola’s priority in education, local development and vitalizing Angola’s economy in emerging sectors. YMR Group concentrates its services in areas that have significant beneficial impacts on the lives of all Angolans.

YMR currently provides services in three major sectors of the Angolan economy – these are Oil and Gas, Training, and Information and
Communications Technology (ICT). Offshore Filtration Units rental and services are also a major part of YMR Groups core business focus. Other services offered are Chemical pump rental and services, filters distribution, FPSO & Marine equipment supply. Mr. Rosinho is also a Co-Owner and Managing Director of PEX Angola, and a Former Account Manager at Baker Hughes. He holds an Engineering Degree from Leeds University.