Presidential Inauguration 2024 – VVIP Hospitality
Mercatique Consulting led all logistics and protocol services for the VVIP component of the 7th Presidential Inauguration. Our team managed VVIP guest invitations, seating, transportation, catering, and hospitality, with Chef Wandile Mabaso and Sommelier Xolani Mancotywa delivering a four-course gourmet menu for over 350 dignitaries. Our service adhered to strict state security protocols and reflected […]
BRICS Summit 2023 – State Banquet & Side Events
Mercatique co-led the F&B and protocol design for several BRICS 2023 engagements, including the Leaders’ Retreatand China Round Table. Working alongside Chef Wandile and Xolani Mancotywa, we developed SOPs for servicedelivery, curated menus, coordinated high-security catering zones, and managed all guest hospitality requirements for over 400 VVIPs.
Glenfiddich 31-Year-Old Launch – Pop-Up Restaurant Event (2024)
We planned and executed a high-end pop-up restaurant for Glenfiddich’s 31-Year-Old expression. With 270 guests over three days, our scope included pre-event planning, guest experience management, vendor and supplier coordination, full event production, and on-site hospitality delivery. Our ability to pivot under pressure and meet luxury brand standards showcased Mercatique’s world-class capabilities.
GH Media Group
Mercatique Consulting served as end-to-end producer for GH Media’s Women in the Driving Seat (24 Aug 2023), leading concept development; supplier sourcing, briefing, coordination and payment administration; RSVP management and guest communications; food & beverage direction ; décor design; and full on-site operations. Delivered within a 30-day lead time, the one-day programme hosted 150 delegates […]
SAB KickStart Awards 2015
Mercatique Consulting delivered end-to-end production of the 20th SAB KickStart National Awards- a finalists’ exhibition and gala dinner held on 19 November 2015 at Emnotweni Casino, Nelspruit. Working to a three-week timeline, we managed venue and catering, décor and theming, exhibition design and build, AV and staging, photography and video, guest communications and RSVPs with […]
Chef Wandile Culinary Brand Development (2021–2024)
Mercatique was engaged to build Chef Wandile’s culinary brand from local chef to global culinary ambassador. We designed his brand strategy, developed his media presence, led creative content production, and facilitated partnerships with international brands like Glenfiddich and events like the World Economic Forum, BRICS Summit, and Barbados Food Festival. This project is a cornerstone […]