At 36 years of age Warren is the founder and CCO of Zinia, a highly profitable multi-million rand Internet Service Provider (ISP) and wholesaler that is growing 70% year-on-year since its inception in 2009. He started Zinia with his business partner Frank Mullen and from the outset ran the company like a big business with tight controls, a strong management team, statistics to inform decision-making and a process methodology that revolves around simplicity and innovation. Warren is the quintessential self-made entrepreneur: at the age of 22 he started and ran a PABX and Premicell business in the telecoms industry for seven years. His tech and business experience mixed with a passion for seeking “what’s next” is what makes him the successful leader he is today. Follow Zinia on Twitter.