About Gosiame Consulting
Driving transformation through strategy, research, and leadership
Our Mission
Gosiame Consulting provides agile, expert strategic advisory to universities, research offices, libraries, and SETAs. Through deep local insight, modular delivery, and a network of specialist associates, we help our clients navigate complex change, build resilience, and achieve sustainable growth.
Our Vision
To be the trusted partner for higher education and skills development institutions navigating transformation – empowering them to achieve meaningful impact through affordable, expert strategy.
Our Core Values
Client Impact
Prioritising measurable value and lasting benefits for every client.
Integrity
Acting with honesty, transparency, and accountability at all times.
Collaboration
Nurturing strong relationships to enhance outcomes for all stakeholders.
Expertise
Delivering high-quality outputs based on deep sector knowledge.
Agility
Responding with speed and adaptability to our clients' needs.
Mpumelelo Mthembu – Founder & Principal Consultant
14+ years as a qualitative research moderator (KLA, Kantar, TNS, Millward Brown, Added Value)
8+ years in advertising strategy (McCann Erickson, The Jupiter Drawing Room)
Selected Experience
- Delivered the full institutional strategic plan for the University of Mpumalanga
- Delivered divisional strategic plans for University of Zululand (Library & R&I Office – DVC now VC)
- Facilitated Transformational Leadership workshops for University of Mpumalanga and Durban University of Technology
- Moderated research for: ABSA, FNB, Standard Bank, Nedbank, MTN, Vodacom, Cell C, Anglo Gold, De Beers, Coca-Cola, Unilever, Mercedes, VW, Uber, Transnet, Department of Health
"I have moderated focus groups with students, facilitated workshops with Deans, and sat across the table from VCs. I know how to listen – and how to turn insights into action."
How We Work: Founder-Led, Expert-Backed
(Lead Consultant)
Associates
I am your primary strategist, researcher, and facilitator on every engagement. But I do not pretend to know everything.
When a project requires specialist expertise – large-scale data analytics, legal compliance, architectural design, advanced digitisation, or change management at scale – I bring in pre-vetted, trusted associates who are leaders in their fields.
- You pay only for the expertise you need – no retained overhead
- I remain accountable for every outcome
- No single point of failure – my network can step in