It is with sadness that we report on the passing of the former chief executive and board member of South African technology group Altron, Robert (Robbie) Venter. Robbie was not just a visionary leader for Altron from 2001 to 2017, he was a cherished member of the Altron family. He was just 64 years old.
Robbie took over the reins from his father, the company’s founder, Bill Venter, in 2011, a role he held until 2017. While there, he led a restructuring of the group, helping to place it on a firmer footing. He was also pivotal in Altron's acquisition strategy in Europe and the UK.
Even after stepping down as chief executive, Robbie remained a valued non-executive director, contributing his wisdom and insights to the board. His outstanding contributions and leadership made a lasting impact on the technology sector and the broader business community.
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