Dr Lardo Stander

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CEO at the Tshwane Economic Development Agency

"Everything is economics, and that is all there is to it." ~ LS

With over 15 years of experience in government administration, private sector, and academic sector, I have developed a strong expertise in economic policy and research, economic modelling, data analysis and insights into systems of governance. As a Divisional Head at the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality, I led a team of economists and researchers to provide strategic intelligence and advice on economic development, investment promotion, and strategic economic planning. I hold a PhD in Economics from the University of Pretoria, where I also lectured and published several papers on economic growth, monetary economics and political economy. 

I am passionate about entrepreneurship and innovation and have supported various initiatives and projects to foster a vibrant and inclusive local economy. I am also a former President of the South African Association for Energy Economics, where I promoted the exchange of ideas and knowledge on energy issues. I am looking to make a positive impact on the economic and social well-being of communities.

I am:

  • CEO at the Tshwane Economic Development Agency
  • A Board Member of the Tshwane Automotive Special Economic Zone (TASEZ);
  • A past President for the South African Association for Energy Economics (SAAEE);
  • A Task Team Member for the City of Tshwane Energy Task Team;
  • A past Steering Committee Member of the New Higher Education Institutions for DHE; and
  • A past Co-chair of the Economic Recovery Task Team for the City of Tshwane.