Stitching together dreams and opportunities

In a world where passion often sparks change, Flexona is proof of what purpose-driven leadership can accomplish.Founded in 2016 by Elizabeth Fahl, a seasoned HR professional who retired early to follow her vision, Flexona is much more than a business. It's a vibrant example of community upliftment, skills development, and ethical entrepreneurship.After decades of working in banking and HR development, Fahl had a dream: to create something that would not just generate an income but also make a lasting impact. With a wealth of experience and a strong belief in putting people first, she founded Flexona in October 2016. From the outset, her focus was on HR consultancy and project-based work with companies that genuinely value their employees.“I always said that I would never work with companies that do not care about people,” Fahl said.As the business grew, five key areas began to shape Flexona’s direction: HR consultancy, the Flexona Academy, Creations, Root to Market, and shared services.Bridging the skills gapOne of Flexona's standout initiatives is the Flexona Academy, created to tackle one of Namibia’s biggest challenges: the skills gap among unemployed and underemployed youth. The academy aims to equip them with practical, industry-relevant skills, offering courses in areas like computer literacy, health and safety, life skills, and leadership development.These courses are led by “wisdom leaders” - experienced professionals passionate about passing on their knowledge.The academy works with a variety of clients, including small and medium enterprises (SMEs), government organisations, and large corporations. It also offers training to individuals looking to improve their skills and increase their employability.From passion to productsCreations is a project born from Fahl's love for fashion, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. “Namibia imports way too much, especially things like school uniforms and medical scrubs. Why not make them here?”What started just before Covid-19 with five seamstresses, has grown to include sewing, jewellery-making, and upcycling projects. The aim isn’t just about producing goods but also about empowering people, especially women. Fahl has a vision of incubating women-owned micro-businesses under the Flexona umbrella. Each business will operate independently, but they will all benefit from shared services like HR support, financial assistance, and legal guidance.Local to the worldOnce these micro-entrepreneurs are up and running, Route to Market comes in. This branch helps them get their products into the hands of customers. Whether it's uniforms, crafts, or fashion items, Flexona is there to help local creators find the market access they need. In a landscape flooded with imports, this is key to making local production not only possible but sustainable.At its heart, Flexona is about creating community. It’s about building an ecosystem where people who’ve been overlooked or underestimated can find purpose, learn new skills, and build a better future.

Stitching together dreams and opportunities

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