Gys du Toit

I am a global citizen, an organisational psychologist, and a professional futurist.

My calling is to contribute to the health of people and culture, impacting societal transformation, where communities and economies can thrive in balance with our planet.

As an organisational psychologist and professional futurist, I help leaders develop and implement strategies that translate into tangible workforce experiences and positive changes. I use practices of organisation- and leadership development, transformation and strategic foresight to unlock the potential of people and business.

I have extensive experience in various roles in the private sector, working as a specialist and a manager in listed companies across different industries. My work gave me the opportunity to live and work in different countries around the world, such as Qatar, Switzerland, Austria, Germany, Mozambique, UK and the USA.

My studies include a M.Com, B.Com (Hons) and B.Com in Human Resources Management and Industrial and Organisational Psychology from the University of Pretoria. I also have a Post Graduate Diploma in Futures Studies from Stellenbosch Business School. I am currently pursuing a PhD with a research focus on leadership.

Being passionate about learning and sharing knowledge, I have been a volunteer at the Institute for Futures Research (IFR) at Stellenbosch Business School, doing strategic foresights scanning. Currently I am involved at the Transcultural Leadership Research Group – Leadership Excellence Institute Zeppelin (LEIZ).

I am fascinated by the future of life and work, to create sustainable, inclusive solutions for the social and environmental challenges we face. As a professional futurist, I explore the possible, probable, and preferable futures.  Using this knowledge, I support leaders and organisations to anticipate and adapt to change.

I enjoy working with diverse and multidisciplinary teams to tackle complex challenges, such as transforming organisational culture, designing workforce experience or navigating digital transformation. I use scenarios, strategy and planning to make sense of complex situations, connect the dots between different factors and put structures in place to guide action and change.

I am a lifelong learner and an avid experimenter. In my work I test different hypotheses, measure outcomes and learn from feedback. In my personal life, I have experimented with off-the-grid solutions while living in a city.  I am always looking for new ways to challenge myself and grow. I invite you to join me on this journey of discovery and transformation.

If you are interested in knowing more about me and my work, I would love to connect with you on LinkedIn.