The Braadcast by Norman Raad

Some people build wealth. Others build legacy. Louis Norval has spent a lifetime doing both.

It started on a golf course he wasn't supposed to be on - barefoot, climbing through fences with his brother and his best friend, discovering a game that would go on to shape his character, his discipline and his drive.

That same drive would take him to represent South Africa in golf and later lead him to co-found Attfund, one of the largest private property investment companies in South Africa, which he would eventually sell for R9 billion.

But perhaps the most remarkable chapter of Louis Norval's story isn't about property or profit at all.

In 2018, he founded the Norval Foundation in Cape Town - a world-class private museum, nature reserve and sculpture park dedicated to making art accessible to all South Africans, especially young people. He runs it at a loss. On purpose. Because he believes that giving the next generation access to art and culture is worth more than the bottom line.

In this episode, Norman Raad sits down with Louis Norval to unpack a life lived with obsessive focus, quiet generosity and an unshakeable belief that business and purpose are not mutually exclusive.

This is a conversation about golf, grit, building something extraordinary and knowing when the greatest investment you can make is in other people.

EPISODE CREDITS: Host:

Norman Raad (CEO, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Guest: Louis Norval (Founder, Norval Foundation)

Podcast Director: Codi Bentley (Multimedia Designer, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Series Coordinator: Lesley Saunders (Head of Marketing, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Marketing & Distribution: Hayleigh Kolbe (Marketing Assistant, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Studio Production: Kevin Fanny (Multimedia, Broll Auctions and Sales)

In hospitality, the assumption has always been that more is better. More services. More amenities. More complexity.

Marc Wachsberger looked at that assumption and did the opposite.

In 2008, while hotels were overpriced and apartments stood empty, he spotted a disconnect the rest of the industry had overlooked. Customers weren't getting what they actually valued. So he stripped everything back, leased a few apartments, furnished them himself and built a model around one simple idea - do less, but do it better.

In Season 2 Episode 1 of The Braadcast, Norman Raad sits down with Marc Wachsberger, Founder of The Capital Hotels, Apartments and Resorts, to unpack the journey from corporate finance to founder, from carrying bags in the early days to leading a business of over 1,000 people, and what it truly takes to build resilience in one of the toughest sectors when crisis hits.

This isn't just a conversation about hospitality. It's about seeing opportunity clearly, backing your instincts and having the discipline to remove everything that doesn't matter.

In this episode, we explore:

🔹 How Marc spotted a gap in the hospitality market that nobody else was acting on.

🔹 The early days of building The Capital from the ground up.

🔹 Why simplicity is harder to execute than complexity.

🔹 Scaling to over 1,700 rooms while maintaining quality and culture.

🔹 How The Capital survived and protected jobs through COVID-19.

🔹 What the future of hospitality looks like in South Africa.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, a business leader or someone who believes the best ideas are often the simplest ones, this conversation is one you won't want to miss.

EPISODE CREDITS:

Host: Norman Raad (CEO, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Guest: Marc Wachsberger (Founder, The Capital Hotels, Apartments and Resorts)

Podcast Director: Codi Bentley (Multimedia Designer, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Series Coordinator: Lesley Saunders (Head of Marketing, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Marketing & Distribution: Hayleigh Kolbe (Marketing Assistant, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Studio Production: Kevin Fanny (Multimedia, Broll Auctions and Sales)

12 Episodes. 12 Conversations that were impossible to forget.

Norman reflects on the “why” behind the Braadcast and its evolution into the successes and failures of some of SA’s top business people. We look at what he’s learned and whether his definition of success has changed.

Thank you to all of you for being part of this journey and we look forward to Season 2, which is dropping soon!

Some people follow opportunity. Gerald Olitzki created it - in a city most people had already written off.

In the late 1970s and early 1980s, as businesses abandoned Johannesburg's CBD and property values collapsed, one man saw something different. Not decline. Potential. For nearly two decades, that vision was loss-making. The buildings were neglected, the sentiment was overwhelmingly negative, and almost no one believed what he believed.

He kept going anyway. In Episode 12 of The Braadcast, Norman Raad sits down with Gerald Olitzki, Founder of Olitzki Property Holdings, to unpack one of the most remarkable urban regeneration stories in South African history. From the transformation of Gandhi Square to the creation of the Main Street and Fox Street precincts, this is a conversation about what it truly means to hold onto a vision long after everyone else has let go.

This isn't just a conversation about property. It's about conviction, resilience, and the courage to believe in something before the rest of the world catches up.

In this episode, we explore:

🔹 How Gerald saw opportunity in Johannesburg's CBD when others saw only decline.

🔹 The transformation of Gandhi Square and what it took to make it happen.

🔹 Nearly two decades of loss - and what kept him going.

🔹 Why you can't fix a building without fixing the street.

🔹 The role of public-private partnerships in urban regeneration.

🔹 What Johannesburg's future looks like through the eyes of someone who never stopped believing in it.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, an investor, or someone who believes that cities - and people - are worth fighting for, Gerald's story is one of the most powerful reminders that meaningful change takes patience, persistence, and an unshakeable belief in what could be.

EPISODE CREDITS:

Host: Norman Raad (CEO, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Guest: Gerald Olitzki (Founder, Olitzki Property Holdings)

Podcast Director: Codi Bentley (Multimedia Designer, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Series Coordinator: Lesley Saunders (Head of Marketing, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Marketing & Distribution: Hayleigh Kolbe (Marketing Assistant, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Studio Production: Kevin Fanny (Multimedia, Broll Auctions and Sales)

FOLLOW THE CONVERSATION: 🎧 Watch us on YouTube - https://linktr.ee/brollauctions

Success in business is often measured by numbers.

Returns. Growth. Performance.

But behind every successful business are the relationships you build, the risks you take, and the moments that shape your journey.

In Episode 11 of The Braadcast, Norman Raad sits down with Brandon Zietsman, Founder of PortfolioMetrix, to talk about the journey of building a business from a home office into a global investment platform.

This isn't just a conversation about finance. It's about entrepreneurship, taking the leap from corporate life, navigating uncertainty, and building something with purpose. Brandon shares honest insights into leadership, the value of long-term relationships, and why success is often about being ready when opportunity presents itself.

In this episode, we explore:

🔹 The journey from corporate executive to entrepreneur.

🔹 Building PortfolioMetrix from the ground up.

🔹 Why purpose matters just as much as performance.

🔹 The role relationships play in long-term success.

🔹 Navigating uncertainty in business and investing.

🔹 Whether success comes down to hard work, timing, or a little bit of luck.

Whether you're building a business, growing your career, or simply interested in the mindset behind long-term success, Brandon offers practical insights that extend far beyond the world of investing.

EPISODE CREDITS:

Host: Norman Raad (CEO, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Guest: Brandon Zietsman (Founder, PortfolioMetrix)

Podcast Director: Codi Bentley (Multimedia Designer, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Series Coordinator: Lesley Saunders (Head of Marketing, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Marketing & Distribution: Hayleigh Kolbe (Marketing Assistant, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Studio Production: Kevin Fanny (Multimedia, Broll Auctions and Sales)

FOLLOW THE CONVERSATION:

🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts: https://linktr.ee/brollauctions

What does it really take to come back from rock bottom?

Rael Levitt built one of South Africa's most prominent auction businesses, helping transform property auctions into a mainstream method of buying and selling real estate. Then, in one of the most public business collapses in South African property history, it all came crashing down.

Most people would have walked away.

He didn't.

In Episode 10 of The Braadcast, Norman Raad sits down with Rael Levitt, founder of Inospace and co-founder of Lift Airlines, to discuss entrepreneurship, failure, resilience, and the courage required to start again.

From building The Auction Alliance into a national brand to rebuilding his career through Inospace, Rael shares the lessons he's learned from success, adversity, and reinvention.

This is not a story about avoiding failure. It's a story about what happens after it.

In this episode, we explore:

🔹 The Power of Auctions: Why auctions remain one of the most effective tools for price discovery and deal-making.

🔹 Building The Auction Alliance: The rise of one of South Africa's most influential auction businesses.

🔹 Entrepreneurship and Setbacks: Navigating failure, public scrutiny, and the realities of rebuilding.

🔹 Reinventing Through Inospace: How Rael identified a new opportunity and built a leading industrial property platform.

🔹 Lessons from the Books: Insights from It Takes a Tsunami and Superpower.

🔹 The Entrepreneurial Mindset: What separates people who survive difficult markets from those who don't.

🔹 Rapid Fire: The toughest lessons, defining moments, and advice for the next generation of entrepreneurs.

Whether you're building a business, recovering from a setback, or simply looking for inspiration, this conversation offers a powerful perspective on resilience, reinvention, and the determination to keep moving forward.

FOLLOW THE CONVERSATION

🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts: https://linktr.ee/brollauctions

EPISODE CREDITS

Host: Norman Raad (CEO, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Guest: Rael Levitt (Founder, Inospace | Co-Founder, Lift Airlines)

Podcast Director: Codi Bentley (Multimedia Designer, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Series Coordinator: Lesley Saunders (Head of Marketing, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Marketing & Distribution: Hayleigh Kolbe (Marketing Assistant, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Studio Production: Kevin Fanny (Multimedia, Broll Auctions and Sales)

"Sport has a unique power. It stops nations. It fills stadiums. It creates heroes. But behind every great tournament and every iconic moment, there is a complex world of strategy, business, and leadership."

In Episode 9 of The BraadCast, Norman Raad sits down with Selwyn Nathan, one of the architects of modern sport business in South Africa. From pioneering Vodacom Sport & Entertainment to helping position South African golf on the global stage with the Sunshine Tour, Selwyn has spent decades building the commercial engines that allow athletes, brands and nations to shine.

Sport is more than entertainment. It is a multi-billion rand industry powered by sponsorship deals, broadcast rights, and the vision of leaders who see opportunity where others see only the game. Selwyn unpacks how corporate South Africa came to embrace sport sponsorship, what truly funds professional sport today, and why Africa holds the key to the future of global golf.

In this episode, we explore:

🔹 The Power of Sport: Why brands spend billions on sponsorship and what makes it the most authentic form of storytelling.

🔹 Building the Industry: Pioneering Vodacom Sport & Entertainment and the rise of professional sports business in SA.

🔹 The Money Behind the Game: How television rights, sponsorships, and host cities fund the spectacle we love.

🔹 African Golf on the Global Stage: The role of the Sunshine Tour in developing world class talent.

🔹 Leadership Lessons: What champions, coaches, and tournaments teach us about resilience and business.

🔹 Rapid Fire: Selwyn's greatest sporting moments, defining athletes, and lessons every business leader should know.

Whether you are a sports fan, a brand strategist, or a business leader, Selwyn's insights offer a rare look at the people, deals and decisions that shape the world of sport.

EPISODE CREDITS:

Host: Norman Raad (CEO, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Guest: Selwyn Nathan

Podcast Director: Codi Bentley (Multimedia Designer, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Series Coordinator: Lesley Saunders (Head of Marketing, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Studio Production: Lwami Hlongwane (Marketing Assistant, Broll Auctions and Sales)

"Money shapes the world we live in. It determines where we build, what we build, and ultimately; who benefits."💼

In Episode 8 of The Braadcast, Norman Raad sits down with Ben Kodisang, Founder & CEO of ALT Capital Partners. From holding premier executive roles at corporate financial giants like Sanlam, STANLIB, and Old Mutual, to stepping out to build an independent fund, Ben’s trajectory is proof that financial performance and human purpose are deeply connected. 📈✨

Through trailblazing initiatives like the REimagine Social Impact Retail Fund, Ben is moving capital directly into township, peri-urban, and rural communities, unlocking major economic participation in areas traditionally overlooked by institutional funds, while still netting sustainable returns. This conversation goes far beyond typical real estate metrics to unpack the true mechanics of investing with intent, rethinking retail across Africa, and why world-class leadership requires both a good head and a good heart. 🧠❤️

In this episode, we explore:

🔹 The Corporate Exit: Why Ben stepped away from massive corporate institutions to build ALT Capital Partners.

🔹 The Retail Reality: How township and peri-urban retail environments function differently from traditional malls.

🔹 Investing in Africa: What global funds consistently get wrong about risk and opportunity on the continent.

🔹 The REimagine Strategy: Balancing commercial investor yield with real, localized social impact.

🔹 The Conscience of Capital: Can a high-performance investment model truly scale without losing its humanity?

Whether you are a developer looking to break ground in emerging markets or an entrepreneur trying to scale with purpose, Ben’s masterclass on capital stewardship provides the ultimate blueprint.

Episode Credits:

• Host: Norman Raad (CEO, Broll Auctions and Sales)
• Guest: Ben Kodisang (Founder & CEO, ALT Capital Partners)
• Podcast Director: Codi Bentley (Multimedia Designer, Broll Auctions and Sales)
• Series Coordinator: Lesley Saunders (Head of Marketing, Broll Auctions and Sales)
• Production & Interview: Thandolwami (Lwami) Hlongwane
• Marketing & Distribution: Broll Auctions and Sales Marketing Team

"Some businesses are built for a moment. Others are built to last generations." 🇿🇦🏛️

In Episode 7 of The Braadcast, Norman Raad sits down with Paul Barrow, Director of the Barrow Group. Founded in 1897 in the gold-rush town of Johannesburg, the Barrow business began with zero capital - only skill, grit, and the courage to build. Today, 127 years later, it stands as one of South Africa’s most enduring family legacies.

Carrying a 125-year-old business isn't just about ownership; it’s about stewardship. Paul dives into the untold realities of sustaining a multi-generational empire through world wars, economic depressions, and the constant evolution of the South African skyline. This is a masterclass in craftsmanship, reputation as capital, and the weight of responsibility that comes with protecting a legacy.

In this episode, we explore:

🔹 The 1897 Origin: How "Honest John" Barrow built a business with no capital in a mining town.

🔹 Built Through Adversity: The mindset required to survive a century of economic cycles.

🔹 The Weight of Legacy: What it feels like to be a custodian of a five-generation story.

🔹 Reputation vs. Capital: Why integrity is the ultimate compounding asset.

🔹 Innovation & Evolution: From stone masonry and precast concrete to modern property development.

🔹 The Human Element: The thousands of craftsmen and partners who built the Barrow name.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur building from scratch or a successor carrying a torch, Paul’s insights into resilience and the "responsibility of the carry" are irreplaceable.

Episode Credits:

* Host: Norman Raad (CEO, Broll Auctions and Sales)

* Guest: Paul Barrow (Director, Barrow Group)

* Podcast Director: Codi Bentley (Multimedia Designer, Broll Auctions and Sales)

* Series Coordinator: Lesley Saunders (Head of Marketing, Broll Auctions and Sales)

* Production Assistant: Lwami Hlongwane (Marketing Assistant, Broll Auctions and Sales)

* Social Media & Marketing: Broll Auctions and Sales Marketing Team

Follow the Conversation:

🔗 Listen on Spotify/Apple: linktr.ee

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brollauctions/

💼 LinkedIn: https://za.linkedin.com/company/broll-auctions-sales

"Every building begins as an idea, but it takes the relentless discipline of construction to bring it to life."

In Episode 6 of The Braadcast, Norman Raad sits down with Nico Louw, the visionary head of Renico Construction. For over three decades, Nico has been at the helm of one of South Africa’s most respected vertically integrated construction groups, shaping the physical reality of our cities and infrastructure.

Construction is more than just bricks and mortar, it is a high-stakes entrepreneurial journey. Nico dives deep into what it truly takes to build and sustain a business in one of the world's most demanding industries. From navigating economic volatility and tight margins to the "project that nearly broke him," this is a masterclass in resilience and leadership.

In this episode, we explore:

🔹 The Reality of Construction: Why it’s the toughest sector to operate in.

🔹 The Renico Journey: How a small contractor grew into a vertically integrated giant.

🔹 Infrastructure & The Future: Why construction is the engine of SA’s economic growth.

🔹 Leadership: Building a culture that delivers under extreme pressure.

🔹 Rapid Fire: Nico’s best business decisions and hardest lessons learned.

Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned industry professional, Nico’s insights into the "business of building" offer a rare look behind the skylines we see every day.

Episode Credits:

Host: Norman Raad (CEO, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Guest: Nico Louw (Head of Renico Construction)

Podcast Director: Codi Bentley (Multimedia Director, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Studio Production: Lwami Hlongwane (Marketing Assistant, Broll Auctions and Sales)

Follow the Conversation:

Listen on Spotify/Apple: https://linktr.ee/brollauctions

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brollauctions

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brollauctions

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/broll-auctions-sales/