Who
Warren Lodge
“Vision is the ability to see potential in what others overlook.” Rick Warren
I have worked in the corporate world (account manager – media sales) with the biggest advertising agencies and on the world’s biggest brands. After about 10 years in the game, and while studying branding at Vega, I realised the power brands have to change behaviour and influence culture. I then decided to do my own thing and start a through-the-line brand agency that works with brands that are changing the world for the better. In 2013, LIFEbrand was born. Since then, we have breathed life into over 60 brands in the non-profit, social enterprise, education and non-profit arenas. We believe we have added significant value to the socially orientated brands we have worked with, and by doing that, we have helped amplify their positive impact in the world.
Qualifications
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Marketing (Nelson Mandela University)
Post Graduate diploma: Media Management/Planning (AAA School of Advertising)
BA Honours Degree: Brand Leadership (Vega School)
Michael Just
“Work hard. Be brave.” Casey Neistat
I am a free-thinking creative who believes in harnessing the power of branding for the good. I joined up with Warren at LIFEbrand in 2017 and have loved the opportunities of working with organisations that are changing the world for the better. One of my biggest passions is to reach out to disadvantaged people and mentor them in the creative space so that they can reach their full potential.
Qualifications
Certificate in Theology (George Whitefield College)
BA Degree: Creative Brand Communications (Vega School)
KATE EUROPA
‘do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with your God’ Mica 6:8
I am an Agile marketer by trade and personality. I believe marketing is compassionate empathy dressed in well-executed admin, thought leadership and a whole lot of creativity.
One of the main reasons that I love marketing is that it seeks to understand people well enough in order to find well-matched solutions and then find creative ways to connect the two.
I joined LIFEbrand in 2024 as the Project Director and have loved how my training in marketing and heart for justice has found a way to share a roof. Amplifying the voices of people doing important work in our city and cross the world is an opportunity I’m so grateful for.
I find joy in seeing the big picture and understanding the details required to implement the big picture practically. I look forward to working with organisations to see their work amplified in the right way, at the right time for the people who need it most.
Qualifications
BCOM: Marketing Management (UNISA)
ICAgile Certified Professional – Agile Marketing (ICP-MKG) (The International Consortium for Agile (ICAgile)
Marketing Analytics Mastery: From Strategy to Application (Short Course)
Akhona Jolingana
“We have to continually be jumping off cliffs and developing our wings on the way
down.” – Kurt Vonnegut
how we see ourselves and the world around us. My path has led me through the
worlds of media, education, and art — from coordinating creative projects and
managing communications campaigns, to photographing and curating spaces that
celebrate human stories. I’ve worked with organizations like ASSITEJ South Africa, Ilizwi Photo Club, and CHURCH Projects, where I learned that creativity isn’t just about aesthetics — it’s
about connection, empathy, and transformation. Whether I’m behind a camera, designing a visual narrative, or supporting a team’s vision, my goal is always to create work that feels authentic and meaningful. I believe in the power of visual culture to spark dialogue, to teach, and to heal. Every project I take on is a chance to bring people closer — to each other, and to new ways of seeing.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Arts (University of the Western Cape)
Documentary and Video Production Certificate (SAE Institute)
Nicola Ryan
“Perhaps this is the moment for which you were created.” Esther 4:14
Consider me a Marketing Alchemist who naturally blends left-brain logic with right-brain imagination. Fusing the distinct worlds of strategy and art to create something magical.
I love marketing because of this. It allows me to blend my favourite skills.
For me, marketing is about human connection, problem-solving, and using a full-brain approach to turn creative concepts into measurable growth.
This creative world began for me when I was younger. It was a world where creativity was just a hobby. I would create content for friends, family, and myself.
As I grew older, this world expanded. I learnt how important strategy was, and this expanding world caused me great excitement.
That is when I realised that this is a world I want to live in.
I joined LIFEbrand in 2026 as the Campaign Coordinator, where I finally get to put this full-brain approach to work at scale.
I spend my time ensuring that every bold idea has a brilliant strategy behind it.
I’m thrilled to be in a space where I can take those creative sparks and anchor them in data-driven execution, building connections that matter and driving real business results.
Qualifications
Postgraduate Diploma in Management Studies specialising in Marketing (University of Cape Town)
Bachelor of Arts in Humanities (Stellenbosch University)
Internships
Internships
Lulama Galeni – South Africa
Didienne Dube – Netherlands
Clement Spocter – South Africa
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Natalie Doralingo – South Africa
I really enjoyed my time at LIFEbrand and working with Warren was really fun and insightful. This internship inspired me to continue working in the Civil Sector as it is something I am very passionate about, helping others. LIFEbrand really pushed me to get to know myself and what I wanted in life. I would definitely recommend this internship and experience to any young person interested in helping others and keen to meet cool people in the Civil Sector
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Jacob Bassler – USA
My time at L!febrand was more than I could have expected.
While working at LIFEbrand, I was able to connect to Cape Town through a unique lens,
while giving back to the local communities through media, arts, and service.
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Abulele Ndenze – South Africa
My experience at Life Brand was amazing and insightful. It reinforced my knowledge of understanding clients and their brand as a tool to remember when creating work for them. The office space and working environment at Life Brand is super chilled and the workflow is also amazing. Going out shooting and meeting people on location were one of the best times, I would definitely do that again. Editing B-roll footage of the soccer kids in Nyanga was also quite fun and I enjoyed playing the footage over and over because of how cool and fun the kids were.