The Founding Directors
CHRIS WILLEMSE
Head of Finances and Business Administration
Chris’s considerable knowledge of the flower industry and his horticultural background combined with his even temper and soft-spoken nature make him the ideal business head. Chris oversees the running of their farm and guest house, Johannesdal. Together with Karin, he handles OKASIE’s account clients and business administration.
DANÉ ERWEE
Head of Production and Creative Genius
His knowledge of design and firm grip on installation have made Dané the mastermind behind so many fantasy weddings and spectacular events. Dané is a gardener at heart: a wanderer, finding inspiration worldwide. His creative vision is the driving force behind the OKASIE furniture range, sourcing of materials and beautiful bespoke concepts.
The OKASIE Events Team
PAUL DU PREEZ
No task is too big or intimidating for this can-do man. He approaches all tasks with a spring in his step and is energized by challenges. His background in events has equipped him to have a good handle on happenings both on site and off. He gets things done, and swiftly.
The OKASIE Events Team
Tracy Robertson
Senior Florist
With boundless energy and boundless experience, Tracy is as intriguing as dark blue violets in spring. We’ve yet to encounter an event that can derail her! We are forever grateful and inspired by her irrepressible creativity.
The OKASIE Events Team
Carla Blom
Floral Designer
With confidence and flair, Carla manages important contract arrangements – always with a calm, unaffected smile - so often just what we need on busy days!
The OKASIE Events Team
MARI BLOM
FLORAL DESIGNER
With her incredible organizational skills, Mari is the one who always knows what has been seen to and what still needs to be done. She always delivers with dynamic energy and creativity.
The OKASIE Events and Weddings Team
KOBUS SCHEEPERS
WEDDING AND EVENTS
After 8 years as manager of the OKASIE shop, Kobus’s immense talent and experience is now being channelled into OKASIE’s events and weddings. His practical know-how and creative flair combined with his charisma and light-hearted nature will put any client immediately at ease that they are in good hands.
The OKASIE Shop Team
Pieter Honeyborne
Shop Manager and Florist
This florist is versatility itself. Pieter’s broad experience in floristry, horticulture and all sorts, as well as his enthusiasm and approachability makes it a pleasure to buy flowers from him in the shop. To say nothing about his striking blue eyes…
The OKASIE Events Team
STEVE MAKUNGWA
Furniture Warehouse and Maintenance Manager
Steve’s character is larger than life: the perfect ambassador for the OKASIE brand. He is helpful, enthusiastic, and punctual. Collecting flowers to brighten up his own home is a growing passion of his.
Patrick Thobigunga
Furniture Warehouse and Maintenance Assistant
Quiet at first, Patrick is strong, dependable and extremely capable. This right-hand-man always has a beaming smile and a firm helping hand at the ready.
The OKASIE Shop Team
Camolete Jonkerman
Floral Designer
When her talent for classic floral combinations became apparent in the events workroom, Cami was soon scooped up by our flagship Dorp Street store, where she now crafts exquisite hand posies and shows her adaptability time and again.
Jeanne
Fiery red head with bubbly personality with years of experience in floristry
Coming from the event industry abroad she brings vast variety of skills and knowledge which she wonderfully applies on our “home grown turf”
People skills and empathy is one of her strong points she is the pillar of strength for any bride and offers emotional support for all. She is a valuable asset to our events department.
The OKASIE Events Team
Minke
HIRING & LOGISTIC MANAGER
It takes some doing to keep a handle on the happenings of a dynamic and busy floral studio, and Minke achieves it with competence and subtlety. Her ever-ready helping hand, patience and hard work make any plan come up roses.
The Founding Directors
QUINTIN FERREIRA
Gauteng Weddings & Events
Qualified Gordon Bleu chef, with experience in interior design, turned wedding coordinator, turned florist! It is here that Quintin decided to settle down, and serve many a bride with charm and talent. A thinker and dreamer by heart, though bringing the vision to deed in this wonderfully exciting industry, he has been part of numerous fairytale stories. Passion and endless creativity together with his excellent conceptualization skills result in beautifully crafted pieces.
The OKASIE Shop Team
WESLEY ABRAHAMS
Floral Deliveries
Nothing defeats Wesley’s dedication to quality service – not even the everyday chaos of Stellenbosch traffic! A true asset to the OKASIE team, Wesley ensures speedy deliveries with genuine, hospitable care.
The OKASIE Shop Team
EMILY MUNGERE
Floral Designer
Emily intuitively finds expression in flowers. Her ambition and skill makes her more than just your ordinary florist.
The OKASIE Shop Team
Karin Blom
ADMIN & ACCOUNTS
A fundamental cog in the OKASIE works, Karin is thorough and careful. She keeps a steady hand on administrative matters behind the scenes. Her light-hearted humour and motherly nature is endearing to all.