RYAN GANDALF VAN JAARSVELD

Managing Director, 7Dffrnt Knds of Smke

Ryan cut his teeth in companies like Wizzit bank (SA’s first mobile bank), and Cellsmart, before venturing out on his own to develop mobile payment systems for Channel Life. Two years later, after launching Mobi Media with Tim Legg, Ryan decided to launch the first mobile-only ad agency in South Africa, 7Dffrnt Knds of Smke. Partnering up with international award winning Creative Director Neil Clarence was the beginning of a journey that would redefine mobile and advertising in SA. Bazinga!