Who’s Speaking at TARS26 KENYA

A line-up of voices shaping the future of HR in Africa’s retail sector.

Phillip du Plessis

Head of Sales and Marketing , Adapt IT Telecoms, Vero-CA

Phillip du Plessis is the Head of Sales and Marketing at Adapt IT Telecoms, Vero-CA, where he leads the commercial strategy and market engagement across key regions. With extensive experience in the ICT sector, Phillip has built a strong track record across sales, strategy, consulting, and operations.

He began his career as a technical engineer and has since grown into leadership roles spanning pre-sales, business development, analytics, and commercial management. This broad experience allows him to connect business needs with practical, results-driven solutions.

In his current role, Phillip focuses on helping operators and regulators unlock value from data, while driving growth through clear market positioning and strong customer relationships. He is passionate about aligning technology with real business outcomes and enabling teams to deliver measurable impact.

Phillip brings a balanced view of both the technical and commercial sides of telecoms, making him a trusted voice in driving digital transformation across the industry.