Reon Barnard

Reon’s Biography

Reon Barnard is a seasoned strategist and operational mastermind with extensive experience in the mining industry. With a B. Com in Finance and an Executive MBA from Tsinghua INSEAD, Reon's journey highlights his ability to harness experience to build for the better.

With an innate understanding of the intricacies of finance and a visionary entrepreneurial spirit, Reon has embarked on a multi-faceted career. Today, he is Director of Barrock, the holding company that houses his collective business ventures.

His journey began by founding BCR, where he honed his operational expertise in mining and his skills in the art of commodities trading. Today BCR is a key exporter of chrome ore from South Africa. Reon continues to push boundaries in the mining industry through Jabali, an entity that reflects his commitment to excellence and innovation in this field.

In addition to his mining ventures, Reon has ventured into the realm of investment through his enterprise, Tabono, where he serves as CEO. This entrepreneurial endeavor underscores his strategic capability and visionary approach... Reon Barnard is a seasoned strategist and operational mastermind with extensive experience in the mining industry. With a B. Com in Finance and an Executive MBA from Tsinghua INSEAD, Reon's journey highlights his ability to harness experience to build for the better.

With an innate understanding of the intricacies of finance and a visionary entrepreneurial spirit, Reon has embarked on a multi-faceted career. Today, he is Director of Barrock, the holding company that houses his collective business ventures.

His journey began by founding BCR, where he honed his operational expertise in mining and his skills in the art of commodities trading. Today BCR is a key exporter of chrome ore from South Africa. Reon continues to push boundaries in the mining industry through Jabali, an entity that reflects his commitment to excellence and innovation in this field.

In addition to his mining ventures, Reon has ventured into the realm of investment through his enterprise, Tabono, where he serves as CEO. This entrepreneurial endeavor underscores his strategic capability and visionary approach to business. His strategic investments and operational finesse have laid the foundation for Tabono's journey towards new horizons and opportunities.

Reon's unique talent lies in his ability to perceive opportunities, adapt to evolving trends, and effectively navigate complex environments. He is an innovator who constantly seeks personal and professional growth. His unwavering commitment to education and global exploration ensures he remains attuned to the dynamic pulse of society.

Reon’s commitment to betterment is evidenced through his involvement as a Trustee in the Gary and Vivienne Player Foundation and as a Director of the Blair Atholl Pre-Primary School, the principal beneficiary of the Foundation.

In his world, no challenge is insurmountable. Reon firmly believes that every situation harbours potential opportunities. READ MORE VIEW LESS

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Why Africa

Unlocking Africa’s investment potential

Reon’s Background

Barrock

Director

2023 - Present

Johannesburg, ZA

Barrock is the holding company for Reon's collective business ventures.

Tabono

Co-Founder and CEO

2018 - Present

Johannesburg, ZA

Tabono is an equity partner that offers capital, leadership and expert knowledge to businesses with exceptional growth potential. It invests in specialised industries such as logistics, industrial products and services, mining and commodity trading.

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Reon’s Gallery

Reon Barnard graduated from INSEAD on 19 December 2019 with an Executive MBA.

Philanthropy

Blair Atholl Pre-Primary School

Non-Executive Director

Apr 2018 - Present

Johannesburg, ZA

Established in 1990, Blair Atholl Pre-Primary School is located in the neighbourhood of Lanseria, north-west of Johannesburg. Entirely funded by private donations, the school provides students with quality education. It has 125 students ranging in age from three to six.

Gary and Vivienne Player Foundation

Trustee

Johannesburg, ZA

The Gary and Vivienne Player Foundation's mission is to help underprivileged and vulnerable children to have a secure and nurturing environment in which to flourish.

Media

Mining Weekly | Reon Barnard

Article

Oct 2024

View Reon's Profile in Mining Weekly here.

Viewing Africa as one entity is affecting the continent’s mining potential

Author

Aug 2024

Reon explores the contributing factors that have led to the elevated interest in Africa's diverse mining industry

Interviews

Backstory | Reon Barnard of Tabono

Article

Oct 2024

Reon talks to Financial Mail in this interview.

Features

Engineering News | Reon Barnard

Article

Oct 2024

View Reon's Business Leader Profile in Engineering News here.

Specialist Courses

Institute of Directors South Africa

Certified Director

Aug 2022

Johannesburg, ZA

In August 2022 Reon Barnard was admitted as a Certified Director by the Institute of Directors, South Africa and is therefore permitted to use the postnominals "Cert.Dir." after his name.

INSEAD Business School

Certificate - Leading from the Chair

Jun 2022

Fontainebleau, FR

Reon completed this INSEAD Business Course focused on the crucial role of the chair in leading a board of directors.

INSEAD Business School

Certificate in Corporate Governance

2019

Singapore, SG

Reon completed the INSEAD International Directors Programme, a one-of-a-kind educational experience focused on developing top leaders in international business.

Institute of Directors South Africa

Business Course

2019

Sandton, ZA

The Institute of Directors in South Africa supports executives, corporate leaders, professionals, and those in charge of governance.

The Ethics Institute

Certified Ethics Officer

2018

Pretoria, ZA

Reon completed an Ethics Officer Certification Programme at The Ethics Institute, a non-profit public institute that generates independent thought leadership and provides a variety of products and services associated with organisational ethics.

Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS) - University of Pretoria

The Expert Negotiator

2017

Pretoria, ZA

GIBS' The Expert Negotiator course teaches participants to plan and manage complex negotiations more effectively through a series of real-life negotiation scenarios.

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Business Interests

The Sekta Group

Chairman of the Board of Directors and Shareholder

Johannesburg, ZA

The Sekta Group is a South African firm that provides support services to the industrial sector, including oil and gas, energy, manufacturing, petrochemical, marine, mining and construction companies.