B-BBEE & Citizenship
As a proudly South African firm, The Shard is deeply committed to Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment and uplifting our community.
Innovation, Integrity & Impact
Our commitment doesn't stop at compliance – it's woven into our business strategy. We actively mentor upcoming black professionals, partner with black-owned enterprises, and invest in skills development initiatives.
We also believe in giving back. The Shard supports financial literacy programs and community education initiatives, leveraging our expertise to make a social impact. Our team members volunteer in mentorship and training, sharing knowledge in schools and industry forums.
By aligning our success with South Africa's development, we aim to create value that resonates on a broader scale.
B-BBEE Contributor
Black Owned
Procurement Recognition
Transformation Pillars
Our B-BBEE commitment is built on four key pillars that guide our approach to transformation and empowerment.
Level 1 B-BBEE Status
135% Procurement RecognitionWe maintain our Level 1 B-BBEE certification, reflecting our dedication to transformation in ownership, management, and beyond.
100% Black Ownership
Since 2013The Shard is proudly 100% black-owned, demonstrating our commitment to economic empowerment and transformation in South Africa.
Skills Development
Graduate ProgramsWe actively mentor upcoming black professionals, including actuarial and finance graduates, investing in the next generation of industry leaders.
Community Investment
Giving BackWe support financial literacy programs and community education initiatives, leveraging our expertise to make a broader social impact.
Our Active Commitments
The Shard's story is one of innovation, integrity, and impact. We've built a consulting firm that clients trust for professional excellence and forward-thinking solutions.
- Mentoring upcoming black professionals and graduates
- Partnering with black-owned enterprises
- Investing in skills development initiatives
- Supporting financial literacy programs
- Community education initiatives
- Volunteering in mentorship and training
- Sharing knowledge in schools and industry forums