Welcome to Mavison Strategies

We empower small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to grow beyond local markets. Our goal is to help entrepreneurs across Africa turn business ownership into a sustainable path to income, impact, and long-term growth in a fast-changing, tech-driven world.

Our mission is to inspire entrepreneurs across Africa to see business ownership as a path to success and economic growth, using opportunities in todays fast-moving, tech-driven environment.

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Why Choose Mavison Strategies

• Built around you: Our work starts with your reality  no templates, no jargon.

• Experience that counts: Real-world understanding from finance, economics, marketing, and design  applied to help African businesses grow.

• Digital awareness: We use smart digital tools to strengthen your reach and efficiency.

• Inclusive growth: Whether you're a founder in a township or running an SME in a city, we help you gain visibility and structure for consistent progress.

Our Story

Mavison Strategies was founded by Ellison, who began his journey studying Finance, Economics, and Accounting at a vocational college. After gaining experience as an independent financial advisor and later in business development with international firms in Cape Town, he discovered how strategic positioning and operational systems can drive scalable growth.

Today, that insight shapes the way Mavison Strategies helps African entrepreneurs combining solid business foundations with creative storytelling, design, and photography to make every brand look as strong as it performs.

Our Team & Approach

We operate as a collaborative network of strategists, creatives, and consultants. Each project brings together the right expertise from business analysis to design and photography, so every client gets strategic clarity and professional execution without needing a full-time team.

Our Purpose

We exist to help founders create opportunities not just for themselves but for others by equipping them with the right systems, structure, and visibility to grow sustainable income and employment.

Vision & Mission

Vision

Transform African SMEs into resilient, competitive companies able to trade and grow in regional and international markets.

Mission

Challenge the idea that a job is the only route to security by unlocking business potential through practical strategy, digital-first thinking, and affordable, implementable solutions.

Partners & Collaborations

We collaborate with creatives, consultants, and technical partners to expand what we offer. Whether you need a brand shoot, content development, or a growth strategy, our network gives you access to wider expertise without inflated agency fees.

Collaboration is how we stay flexible and deliver big-agency outcomes at small-business rates.

Services

Business Needs Analysis

We evaluate how your business operates — from cost structures to customer flow — and identify clear steps to strengthen efficiency and growth. You’ll receive a diagnostic report with priorities, action steps, and low-cost recommendations.

Startup Concept Assessment

If you’re still exploring what kind of business to start, this service helps uncover viable options aligned with your unique self.
Includes:

• Multiple business ideas tailored to your circumstances.
  
  

• Feasibility insight on revenue potential and resource needs.
  
  

• A first-month action plan to start building momentum.
  
  

Brand & Market Presence Development

For entrepreneurs ready to be seen and remembered. This combines brand design, positioning, and communication planning:

• Brand identity (logo refresh, brand guide, and visuals).
  
  

• Messaging and tone strategy.
  
  

• 90-day starter content plan (social, lead magnets, and campaigns).
  
  

• Integrated Photography for professional, consistent brand presentation.
  
  

Photography

We capture visuals that strengthen your brand image:

• Business portraits and product photography.
  
  

• Lifestyle and behind-the-scenes imagery.
  
  

• Visuals for websites, profiles, and marketing.
  Photography doesn’t just showcase your work — it builds trust and professionalism from the first impression.
  
  

Visibility & Reputation Management

Helping your brand stay discoverable and credible:

• Social media setup and content plans.
  
  

• LinkedIn and personal brand optimisation.
  
  

• Review monitoring and reputation improvement strategies.
  
  

Career & Life-Stage Planning

For those preparing for transitions — whether entering the job market, changing paths, or planning to start a business after retirement. We help clarify goals and structure sustainable next steps.

Funding Support

We prepare investor-ready documents, business plans, and pitch decks to support funding or partnership discussions. (Note: We don’t offer funding directly.)

From clarity to credibility — every service is designed to move you closer to visible, structured, and profitable growth. 

Need Something Else?

Send an enquiry we often support services beyond this list.

Testimonials

Authentic client feedback is available on our Facebook and LinkedIn pages, showing improved visibility, clearer strategy, and practical revenue outcomes.

Get in Touch

 WhatsApp / Call: +27 60 903 1039

 Response promise: We reply within 24 hours.

Budget-First Promise

Share your budget and goals we'll design a practical solution that delivers value.

Tell us what you can invest and well recommend a plan that moves your business forward.

Getting started doesn't have to be complicated it just takes a clear message and a bit of direction.