In the article “From engineering to sales leadership, Nokwanda Shabalala’s unconventional path to the C-suite,” IOL spotlights GW Engineering alumna Nokwanda Shabalala’s unique career journey. In this Q&A, Shabalala shares the story behind her transition from electrical engineering to sales and marketing and the transferable skills that have helped her succeed in both fields.
Here is an excerpt from the article: “My inspiration was sparked during my Master’s in Engineering Management at The George Washington University. Originally trained as an Electrical Engineer, I was destined for a technical career. But graduate school opened the door to the world of business strategy, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate leadership. I was captivated. That curiosity evolved into a career spanning corporate finance, strategy, business development, and entrepreneurship. Each role was a stepping stone, leading naturally to the leadership position I hold today.”
Read the full article on IOL.