Clients

“We partner with world-class clients and professional, inspirational people. Read what some of them have to say about us:”

We have included some comments from our COOL clients…

I am thrilled to acknowledge the exceptional success of the South African Oracle User Group (SAOUG) 2024, masterfully hosted by Debs. This year’s event witnessed remarkable growth in attendance and unwavering support from Oracle, setting a new benchmark for future gatherings. Through engaging interactions with delegates, I was struck by the overwhelmingly positive feedback on the calibre of speakers, venue selection, and meticulous planning. Debs’ world-class event planning and marketing expertise shone brightly, elevating SAOUG to unprecedented heights.

As an Oracle ACE, I am eager to contribute to the continued success of SAOUG. With anticipation building for SAOUG 2025, I have already begun preparing compelling topics and inviting fellow Oracle ACE Directors to join us. I predict significant growth in attendance, partner engagement, and Oracle participation. Please accept my heartfelt congratulations, Debs, on cultivating and propelling SAOUG into a resounding triumph. Your tireless efforts have established SAOUG as a premier event in the Oracle community. Well done Deb on a successful SAOUG 2024!

Ahmed Jassat »

NTT SQL & Oracle Managed Services Operations Manager (Oracle ACE for Africa)

I’ve worked with Debs for almost two decades on the SME Survey research project and related projects, and have always been amazed at the her consistently high levels of professionalism, efficiency and client relationships. The partnership has been not only productive and rewarding, but has continually opened doors to new ideas and opportunities. I look forward to many more years of fruitful endeavours.

Arthur Goldstuck »

Author: “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to AI”. Founder and CEO of World Wide Worx, author, speaker, trainer.

Debs is an exceptional online marketing professional and person!
Her work is always outstanding, and she delivers impressive results efficiently.
Her strategic thinking and creativity make a significant impact. She comes highly recommended.

Ruan Van Der Merwe »

Executive at Mediro ICT Connect 

Thanks for our stunning logos and branding material. Wishing you continued success in your business.

Tanya Boshoff »

Senior IT Recruitment Consultant, Mediro IT RECRUIT

Thank you for your ideas and efforts you put in for us. I feel confident that I will continue with the brand, on socials and start picking up more eyes. All the best for your business and may you just get more success and more clients!

Lea Wilken»

Senior IT Recruitment Consultant, Mediro IT RECRUIT

Debs Whittaker is one of the most vivacious and high-energy people I have ever known and she is always full of fresh ideas for her business and for her clients. I first met Debs when she attended one of my writing workshops nearly two decades ago. Since then I have interacted with her as a journalist and watched her grow a successful business and reinvent it in times of disruption such as during the pandemic. She has a knack of attracting extraordinary people to work for her and invests in developing their skills. I know this first-hand, because she has sent her people to me for writing training.

Jennigay Coetzer »

Africa correspondent for the international publication, Law.com, writing trainer

Debs is a dynamic, passionate, and remarkable professional and a seasoned marketing professional willing to give back where possible to enhance skills, knowledge and promote collaboration worldwide. She is a breath of fresh air for the industry, easy to work with, great attitude, always willing to learn and has a great personality. On behalf of the industry, I would like to say a “Gargantuan Thank You” to her for “Giving Back” in such a difficult time and sharing relentlessly her international knowledge, experience, expertise and passion to All of Us and being a Role Model to me and for many around the world. Thanks a Million Debs and keep shining!

Anil Singh Rana »

FRICS

I love working with Debs. She always arranges the best events and makes everyone feel like the guest of honour. Her secret sauce is how she gets to know both the business objectives and the customer’s needs, creating an environment where the two can meet. Debs makes an impact in a quiet, no-fuss sort of way which allows space for all personalities to shine around her. She makes a difference to any team.

Daniel Robus »

Owner Life Rocks Consulting (Pty) Ltd

Congratulations to Saryx Engineering Group powering HSEC Online® for successfully completing the JSE Enterprise Acceleration Pilot Programme.

“The JSE Accelerator Programme is intended to foster the next generation of corporate South Africa giving you access to markets; it’s meant to be quick and easy for it to accelerate. The JSE network lends itself to opportunities and it’s a fantastic opportunity as it has CEOs, mentors, and other entrepreneurs to learn from.

One of my top highlights of the programme was the marketing and sales value chain. After attending that session one of the guest speakers Debs Whittaker from Coolcumba actually met with us outside of the programme and is now hired to do our sales and marketing for the Saryx Group which is fantastic.”

Ingrid Osborne »

CEO Saryx Engineering Group

The Coolcumba team are great. A pleasure to work with Debs and the team. Knowledgeable, experience and super friendly.

David Bell »

Symbiosys IT

Debbie and her team are professional, polite, and efficient. They always meet deadlines on time and in our line of work (as their accountants), this is a trait we truly appreciate. Debbie takes the time to understand exactly what is required of her and continuously endeavours to make our lives easier. She is generous with compliments and truly appreciates everything everybody does for her and her team.

Linda Strauss »

TLOK Accountants

Working with these exceptional ladies has been nothing short of amazing! Great expertise and utmost professionalism which furthermore makes our business relationship both effortless and pleasant. Would confidently recommend Coolcumba Communications for all your PR, marketing and event management needs

Mel Nkuna »

Oracle Corporation South Africa

A professional and creative team of ladies who will go the extra mile to ensure they execute above and beyond your expectations. They take the time to understand your industry and solutions so they can come back with the best recommendations to meet your goals. I know we are in safe hands when Coolcumba are in charge of our events and digital activities!

Yasmine Farah »

Oracle Corporation UAE

We have had the privilege of working with the Coolcumba team and Debs in particular for several years. Such passion! They have been integral to the Transaction Junction journey into the digital marketing space. I cannot recommend Debs highly enough. If you are looking to ignite your corporate identity and want to do so with a team that is committed and truly cares, reach out to Debs – you’ll not regret it

Craig Duggan »

General Manager at Transaction Junction. True Omnichannel Payments. Every Channel. One Platform.

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