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Jonas Adoro
Business Growth Strategist | Finance Executive & Business Coach | Helping Businesses Scale Through People-Centric Leadership | 27+ Years in Banking & Risk Management | CX Expert | Speaker
With over 27 years of experience in retail and business banking, Jonas Adoro is more than a finance executive; he is a catalyst for growth, a champion of people, and a visionary leader ready to make a significant impact. He is a business coach, strategist, and mentor passionate about unlocking potential and driving peak performance in others. A seasoned business leader, Jonas has carved out a reputation for driving transformation, managing risk, and fostering high-performance teams across South Africa’s banking and business sectors.
From the ground up, Jonas has built a career marked by consistent growth and diverse expertise. He has held key leadership positions in major financial institutions, including Standard Bank, ABSA, and Nedbank, where he orchestrated game-changing strategies in business growth, risk management, and customer experience. Currently serving as Managing Director of Oroda Business Consultants, he champions entrepreneurial excellence while also leading as a Regional Client Experience Manager at Standard Bank, ensuring world-class service delivery.
Passionate about mentorship and coaching, Jonas is committed to developing the next generation of financial professionals and entrepreneurs. His leadership extends beyond the boardroom—his impact was recognized when he won 3rd Prize in the International Labour Organization’s (ILO) Social Enterprise Skills Award in 2014, marking his contribution to job creation challenges.A graduate with a Bachelor in Management Leadership (BML) from the University of the Free State Business School, Jonas further honed his expertise through an Advanced Certificate in Management Practice (ACMP) from Henley Business School and a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration (PGDBA) from Tsiba Business School. Currently, as he embarks on a Master of Management in Entrepreneurship and New Venture Creation (MMENVC) at Wits Business School, his pursuit of knowledge exemplifies his commitment to continual growth and innovation in the financial and entrepreneurship realm.
Fluent in multiple South African languages, Jonas is a versatile communicator, a profit-driven strategist, and an influential public speaker who thrives on driving meaningful change in the financial and business sector. His ability to build strong client relationships, optimize costs, and navigate complex financial landscapes makes him a sought-after leader in the industry.
When Jonas isn’t transforming financial strategies or mentoring future leaders, he’s redefining success through Oroda Business Consultants, an initiative focused on business consulting and economic empowerment.
