INTERVIEW WITH RODGER IAN CARTER, CEO OF RICTS HOLDINGS

HUMBLE, HUNGRY AND SMART

INTERVIEW WITH RODGER IAN CARTER, CEO OF RICTS HOLDINGS

Q. GIVE A BRIEF PARAGRAPH SUMMARY OF THE COMPANY, AND ITS CURRENT PRODUCTS AND/OR SERVICES, AND WHICH MARKETS IT CATERS TO.

RICTS Holdings Proprietary Limited is an established manufacturer of an array of alternative building products. We primarily focus on providing our clients with modular solution based infrastructure, which is scalable from extremely complex to a simplistic but bespoke solution.

Q. HOW DO YOU RETAIN PERSONNEL IN YOUR COMPANY AND STOP KEY STAFF JUMPING SHIP?

Our business is deeply grounded on core values and based on simple, but effective virtues. These virtues create an amazing framework, which provides the necessary parameters in which people are valued and have the required clarity as to the role within the broader TEAM.

Q. WHAT ARE THE SKILLS YOU LOOK FOR IN STAFF, AND ARE THESE NEEDS BEING FULFILLED?

Our recruitment process focuses on individuals who demonstrate our Humble, Hungry and Smart virtue. This compass simplifies many of our day to day decisions which each member of staff will use as a guide.

Q. WHAT ARE YOUR COMPANY’S KEY TRANSFORMATION MILESTONES?

We embrace the cultural demographics of our country and do not hesitate to openly speak about transformation in the workplace and in the communities in which we serve. We are proudly South African and our roots are deeply established within the perceived differences of the past.

Q. DESCRIBE THE BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY THE COMPANY PRIDES ITSELF ON.

“Build a successful business in order to create opportunity for others.”

Q. IF YOU HAD TO START YOUR WORKING LIFE OVER AGAIN, WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE YOURSELF IN HINDSIGHT?

• Remain focused

• Make use of the skill set around you

• Never shy away from conflict

RODGER IAN CARTER

Occupation and position: ChiefExecutive Officer

First job: Marine Engineering

Best advice and who gave it:Always be authentic

Best business book read this year:Winning the War in your Mind byCraig Groeschel

Most inspiring business leader: JohnC. Maxwell

Way you relax: Golf and socialisingwith good friends and good music

Business philosophy (in onesentence): Always strive forexcellence!

Company DetailsAddress: 1 Saxenburg Lane, Blackheath, Cape Town

Tel: +27 (0)21 905 0259

Email: info@ricts.co.za

Website: ricts.co.za

Social Media: @RICTSHoldings