Louis Kruger is an Attorney, Notary Public, Conveyancer, Property Practitioner, Certified Fraud Examiner, educator, and business leader with extensive experience across the legal, compliance, fraud-risk, and real estate sectors. Holding degrees in Law, Psychology, and Social Work, Louis brings a unique multidisciplinary perspective to professional education. His career spans more than two decades and includes legal practice, conveyancing, property sales, compliance consulting, fraud prevention, mortgage origination, and professional training. Louis currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Mortgage Origination Regulatory Council of South Africa (MORCSA) and is the founder of Kruger Academy. He is passionate about raising professional standards within the property industry and helping practitioners develop the knowledge, confidence, and practical skills required to succeed in an increasingly complex regulatory and commercial environment. As the creator and presenter of the ROOKIE TO REMARKABLE™ programme, Louis combines real-world experience with practical insights to deliver engaging, relevant, and transformative learning experiences for property professionals at every stage of their careers.

Lauren van Zyl is a Full Status Property Practitioner with more than seven years of experience in the South African real estate industry. Having successfully facilitated the sale of more than 150 properties, she has built a reputation for delivering exceptional client service while guiding buyers and sellers through the property journey with professionalism, honesty, and integrity. In addition to her extensive sales experience, Lauren has played an active role in agent onboarding, training, and mentorship, helping new property practitioners develop the skills and confidence required to succeed in the industry. Her strong understanding of property marketing, valuations, client relationship management, and transaction processes enables her to provide clients with a seamless and stress-free experience. Lauren holds a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of the Witwatersrand and an Honours Degree in Education from UNISA, bringing a unique combination of educational expertise and practical real estate knowledge to her work. Her passion for people, commitment to excellence, and dedication to professional service continue to contribute to her success as a trusted property professional.

Joey Kruger is an experienced educator, assessor, and property professional with a passion for learning, skills development, and empowering others to achieve their full potential. With a career spanning both the education and real estate sectors, she brings together extensive teaching experience, practical industry knowledge, and a deep commitment to professional development. Having worked in both mainstream education and Adult Basic Education and Training (ABET), Joey has developed a strong understanding of adult learning methodologies, learner support, curriculum delivery, and skills development. Her passion for education continues to drive her involvement in training, mentoring, and the development of future professionals. In addition to her educational background, Joey is a Full Status Property Practitioner and has successfully owned and managed her own real estate agency as Principal Property Practitioner. Her practical experience in property sales, client service, agency management, and compliance provides valuable real-world insight into the property industry.

Michelle Strydom serves as the Academy Manager at Kruger Academy, where she plays a key role in supporting students throughout their learning journey. She is responsible for student enrolments, course administration, assessments, learner support, and ensuring compliance with academic and administrative requirements. With a background in accounting, administration, risk management, and compliance, Michelle brings a strong attention to detail and a commitment to operational excellence. She has a keen interest in learning and development and is passionate about creating a positive and supportive experience for every student. Her dedication to organisation, efficiency, and professional service ensures that learners receive the guidance and support they need to successfully achieve their educational goals.