Brian Nell

CEO Brian Nell of Rise Against Hunger Africa speaking at the conference on Collabrative Partnerships

Brian Nell has been a key member of Rise Against Hunger Africa for the past ten years. He was made CEO of the organisation in March 2019, officially taking the helm of spearheading the team’s vision to create growth, sustainability and impact.

Spending most of his commendable career in the hospitality industry, Brian has always had a passion for social upliftment, aiding and developing sustainable community projects, many of which are still thriving today. He joined Rise Against Hunger in 2015 as the Johannesburg Branch Manager, soon taking over the position of National Operations Manager. This position helped lay the foundations for his role as CEO as Brian was able to successfully understand all aspects of the organisation, fully entrenching himself in the culture and business side of the NGO.

Brian has completed the Management Advance Programme at Wits Business School, harnessing his skillset and passion to help take Rise Against Hunger Africa from strength-to-strength.  His unwavering passion, strategic acumen, and dedication to sustainable impact continue to strengthen the organization’s efforts in the fight against hunger.