With over 30 years of experience in facilitation, consulting, and training, Theresa is a cornerstone of excellence at Developing Skills for Life. As a Senior Facilitator and Accredited Assessor and Moderator with the Services SETA, she brings a wealth of expertise to every learning environment she enters.

Theresa’s passion lies in Management Development, where she has successfully worked across multiple industries – equipping leaders, teams, and entrepreneurs with the tools and systems needed for sustainable success. Her formidable skill set includes the design and implementation of Business Process Management Systems (BPMs) that elevate both new and established businesses to peak performance.

A highly sought-after HR strategist, Theresa advises business owners on people-centred practices that drive workplace growth, compliance, and skills development. Her interpersonal approach is one of her greatest strengths – she is widely respected for her professionalism, empathy, and her unwavering commitment to going the extra mile for both clients and students.

Theresa’s footprint extends beyond South Africa – she is an international trainer and facilitator who has made a significant impact on diverse audiences across borders. Over the past 8 years, she has also carved out a respected name for herself in the real estate sector, where she trains estate agents with clarity, insight, and practical expertise.

Her deep commitment to lifelong learning and excellence in training makes her an invaluable asset to the Developing Skills for Life team – and to every individual she has the privilege of mentoring.

With over 8 years of dedicated service, Crissi is the heartbeat of client and learner support at Developing Skills for Life. As our trusted Client Liaison, Crissi is the first friendly voice you’ll hear and the dependable partner you’ll come to rely on throughout your learning journey.

Known as the go-to expert for accurate information and decision-making guidance, Crissi plays a critical role in ensuring every learner is seamlessly onboarded and registered into their chosen qualification or program. Whether you’re signing up for a short course or a full qualification, Crissi ensures that every detail is in place – calmly, professionally, and with a smile.

She also manages event coordination, handles logistics with precision, and is always just a call or email away to answer your questions, provide support, and make sure you have exactly what you need – before, during, and after your course.

Loved by both our students and our team, Crissi is known for her kindness, responsiveness, and unwavering commitment to service. She makes it her personal mission to ensure every client feels seen, supported, and valued. At Developing Skills for Life, Crissi is more than a Client Liaison – she’s the glue that keeps everything running smoothly and the heart behind our client experience. It’s no wonder our clients absolutely love her!

A powerhouse in the South African real estate training arena, Ashley is the Project Lead, Senior Facilitator, and Head Coach at Developing Skills for Life. With over 18 years of experience as a trainer, mentor, and real estate coach, Ashley brings unmatched insight, energy, and clarity to every learning journey.

A registered Property Practitioner with the PPRA since 1998, Ashley has trained and guided over 5,000 property practitioners – from brand-new recruits to seasoned industry veterans. Her workshops, short courses, and programs are meticulously developed in-house, ensuring each one is current, insightful, and practical. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to scale your business, Ashley provides a reliable roadmap for success.

Ashley is widely recognised for her exceptional communication skills and ability to make even the most complex concepts clear and digestible. She doesn’t believe in grey areas – only in clarity, competence, and confidence. Her deep empathy and understanding of the real-world challenges faced by property practitioners set her apart. She meets learners where they are, equips them with the tools they need, and develops them into high-performing professionals. Her acclaimed Management Development Programme for Principal Property Practitioners, her preparation workshops for PDE 4 & 5, and her facilitation of the NQF Level 4 & 5 Real Estate Qualifications through Service Seta are just a few of the many ways she continues to shape the future of the industry.

Beyond real estate compliance and skills training, Ashley delivers a turn-key coaching experience for individuals and businesses looking to grow their brands, lead with purpose, and operate at peak performance. Her core philosophy is rooted in personal development – because, as she often says, “If you can’t manage your time and your emotions, greatness may always remain just out of reach.” Highly regarded as one of the most respected real estate trainers and coaches in South Africa, Ashley brings vision, structure, and heart to everything she does.

Every successful company has a secret weapon—at Developing Skills for Life, her name is Lesley.

As our Account Manager and financial mastermind, Lesley brings a wealth of financial expertise, project planning experience, and logistical finesse to our operations. With a solid background as a qualified and highly experienced Financial Manager, she is the driving force behind the smooth running of our finances, proposals, and strategic project execution.

Lesley is the calm in the storm – the steady hand that navigates deadlines, budgets, and tender processes with grace, precision, and unwavering composure. Whether she’s managing event coordination or streamlining our systems behind the scenes, Lesley does it all with a powerhouse combination of logic, heart, and humour.

She’s not only our go-to for budgets, proposals, and planning – she’s also the person who keeps the energy light and the laughter flowing, no matter how full the calendar gets. Her rocking sense of humour and warm personality make her the kind of teammate every company dreams of having.

Lesley is more than just a financial guru – she’s our anchor, our strategist, and our motivator. Simply put, we’d be lost without our Lesley—and anyone who’s ever worked with her will tell you the same!

When Angie steps in, the entire team breathes a sigh of relief. As our Quality Control Lead, Angie plays a pivotal role in upholding the high standards that Developing Skills for Life is known for. She is the trusted buffer between submission and assessment – ensuring every student’s work meets the VACS standards (Validity, Authenticity, Currency, Sufficiency) before it moves forward.

Angie brings with her a wealth of real estate expertise as a Master Practitioner in Real Estate (MPRE), proudly holding the NQF Level 5 Qualification. She is meticulous in her reviews, insightful in her feedback, and deeply committed to maintaining the quality and credibility of our programs.

We rely on Angie for her unbiased guidance, steady leadership, and sharp attention to detail. She supports learners with warmth and clarity, always willing to share her knowledge while keeping everyone – students and team alike – on their toes. Angie is calm under pressure, quick to find solutions, and never without her signature sense of humour.

Her kindness, empathy, and unwavering standards make her an irreplaceable part of our team. Quite simply, Angie – is the quiet force behind our quality promise and the reason so many of our learners shine