there is no such thing as an instant potjie
Whether through immersive workshops or inspiring keynotes, Nicolene helps organisations build trust the way families share meals, with time, care, and collaboration.
About Nicolene
Professional Speaker - Mentor - Trainer
One of my most vivid childhood memories is walking into my grandparents’ house at the end of each year and being greeted by the warm, comforting aroma of aniseed.
My grandparents would be baking rusks, always setting aside a special tray just for me. These were “wet rusks,” or mosbolletjies—soft, sweet, and still warm. I never had to ask for them; my grandmother always remembered. It was an unspoken promise that she consistently kept— a quiet, enduring act of love and trust, represented by something so seemingly small.
Many of us have memories like these: the smells, sounds, and rituals of family that made us feel safe, seen, and deeply connected. These moments are often our first experiences of trust—offered freely and without condition.
In 2007, I traded my plakkies and the red earth for stilettos, mountains, and the ocean. At 24, I left Bloemfontein for Cape Town to start my own law firm, SchoemanLaw Inc, driven by a deep desire to serve entrepreneurs—the people bold enough to build the future.
Keynote Speaker
Legal Mentoring
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