WHO WE ARE

IPC is a dynamic publishing company specialising in creating third-party publications, developing and publishing books, magazines, annual reports, brochures and newsletters for corporate South Africa. The company is committed to publishing excellence and places a priority on fostering client relationships. In addition, we are in the unique position of having our own in-house design company.

Equally as exciting, is that IPC reflects the demographics of the country, with historically disadvantaged people both as stakeholders and as highly skilled, exceptionally talented senior staff members.

What is it that sets us apart from other publishers: Our core belief that a publication is more than just a platform to sell advertising against, coupled with our understanding of how editorial credibility and unique positioning are crucial to developing brands.

The staff employed by IPC is experienced professional people in the publishing industry with many years experience. IPC is based in Sandton with the following key personnel:

Chief Executive Officer - Andrew Meyer

Chief Financial Officer - Imraan Mahomed

Editor- Adri Viviers

Art Director - Joanne Brook

Layout - Chantelle Johnston

Advertising Sales - Tanja Jordaan

Communications - Rui Victor Chirindja

Administration - Thuli Majola

Watch Editor - Alice Weil

By choosing IPC as your partner in publishing, you not only get access to vast experience, but personal involvement and assurance of not just becoming a small fish in a big pond.

IPC services include:

- Full magazine publishing service

- Books

- Annual reports

- Brochures

- Newsletters

- Design

- Editorial

- Research

Black Economic Empowerment (BEE)

Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) is a strategic imperative for Isikhova and a pre-requisite for the company’s future prosperity in South Africa. The company believes that present and future challenges can be met only with a proficient and motivated staff. Each business unit follows an employment equity plan and strategy with specific targets, particularly for middle management levels and upwards.

Isikhova has embarked on a mentorship programme, and the first phase is now being implemented. An average of three mentors has been identified at each of the participating business units. After a training process they will each be responsible for one or two protégés, mostly on middle management level, and at least 50% of the protégés will be from previously disadvantaged communities. The programme is being closely monitored, and will be regularly reviewed and modified if necessary.

Isikhova has evaluated suppliers on their performance with regards to black economic empowerment in terms of the government formula, and suppliers are expected to show a marked year-on-year improvement in this regard. Although the principle of negotiating the best possible deals for the company has not been compromised, the rand value of purchases awarded to bona fide BEE companies has since the start of this exercise risen from 12% to over 65%.