Joshua Shimkin is an accomplished business leader and speaker with over 20 years of expertise in the digital landscape. Renowned for his entrepreneurial mindset, Joshua has a proven track record of building successful businesses from the ground up within both Fortune 500 companies and agile startups. By leveraging design thinking and lean startup methodologies, he has consistently driven significant revenue growth, enhanced profitability, and scaled brand awareness on a global level.
Currently serving as the Head of International Business Development & Marketing at Peach Payments, Joshua is responsible for spearheading the growth of the international merchant business and elevating the brand’s presence in new markets. His strategic approach combines technical innovation with market-driven insights to deliver impactful commercial results. Joshua holds an MBA in Finance and Marketing from the NYU Stern School of Business, underpinning his practical experience with a rigorous academic foundation in global commerce.
Sessions
March 13, Thursday
Venue: Innovation City Cape Town
WiT Africa Startup Showcase
We put the spotlight on selected travel startups, curated by Innovation City Cape Town. Each will present for 5m each, followed by a 3m feedback session with our dragons.
Speakers:
Adrian van der Veldon, Global Internships Manager, iXperience
