
About Summit 7 Marketing
Born from Passion to Help Businesses Succeed
Summit 7 Marketing was born from dream and passion to help other businesses and individuals succeed. We firmly believe that we can aid businesses in achieving greater heights by assisting with properly planned and implemented marketing practices. We do not promise bells and whistles, we commit to get the basics right, the first time!
Transformative Marketing and Honest Business Practices
At Summit 7 Marketing, we believe in the transformative power of exceptional marketing, creative thought processes, and honest business practices. Our aim is not just to be your marketing agency; we want to be your dedicated partner in propelling your business to new heights. Embark on a journey with us, where innovation meets strategy, and creativity knows no bounds. Whether you’re looking to revamp your brand image, boost online visibility, or elevate your marketing processes, Summit 7 Marketing is here to make it happen.
A Diverse Team Committed to Excellence
Our team is a collective of experience individuals, each shining brightly in their respective fields of marketing and design. We are multi-cultural & multi-national of descents, yet we work together as a team and towards the greater goal of serving our clients with excellence.
Part of the Trusted Preferred Solutions Group
We are part of the Preferred Solutions Group, delivering the same quality promise and personalised service as the group has delivered to thousands of businesses since 1991.
Our Mission
To empower our clients through effective marketing, and marketing principles, to achieve better results and success in their businesses.
Our Vision
We aim to be a leader in the digital marketing industry by offering practical advice and knowledge gained through years of practice & learning.
What is in the Name?
Summit 7 Marketing, in name, has a lot of meaning. It bears reference of who we are as a business, and how we work. The word “Summit” can mean any of the following:
Geographical
It refers to the highest point or peak of a hill or mountain. For example, "We reached the summit of Mount Everest."
Meeting
It can also mean a high-level meeting between leaders or officials, often from different countries, to discuss important issues. For example, "The climate summit brought together leaders from around the world."
Achievement
In a more metaphorical sense, it can describe the highest level of achievement or success in a particular field. For example, "Winning the Nobel Prize was the summit of her career."
Or aim is – through our work – to lead all our clients’ businesses to the highest point of achievement.
The Number 7 holds Various Meanings & Significance across different contexts
Mathematics
It is a prime number, meaning it can only be divided by 1 and itself. Prime numbers are the "building blocks" of all natural numbers.
Cultural & Religious Significance
In many cultures and religions, 7 is considered a lucky or sacred number.
Science
There are seven colours in the rainbow (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet) and seven notes in the diatonic scale (do, re, mi, fa, so, la, ti).
Literature & Mythology
The number often appears in myths, fairy tales, and literature, such as the seven dwarfs in "Snow White" or the seven wonders of the ancient world (storytelling)
Our Leadership
Learn more about our founders and directors, and the journey that led them to Summit 7 Marketing.
Leon Steyn
Born and raised in a small town in the Northern Cape, Leon has always been a big dreamer with a passion for various art forms, which he honed even during his school years. A colourful character, Leon’s interests range from going on safari to enjoy the peace and quiet of the bushveld, to constantly developing new skills to stay ahead of the latest marketing and design trends.
After completing school, Leon immersed himself in the world of marketing, pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Integrated Marketing Communication at the University of the Free State. He furthered his education with professional diplomas in Graphic Design and Fine Art.
Leon’s early career saw him exploring various professions, including Personal Training, floristry (where he achieved an International Certificate in Events Floristry), and Events Management. He eventually found his calling in the formal marketing industry, serving as a marketing executive for one of the world’s largest travel corporations. It was here that Leon truly began to apply his marketing skills to great effect, with a standout talent for the written word.
In 2015, Leon joined the Preferred Solutions Group, where he took charge of all marketing activities, including website development and digital marketing. In 2017, he co-founded Mzansi Experience, a sister company specializing in safari packages in Southern Africa.
Recognising the growing need to service more clients for marketing and website development, Summit 7 Marketing was established in 2023 as a new company within the group, with Leon leading the creative and operational aspects of the business.
“I have always been a firm believer in leading by example. As I have learned from my mentors who lead by example, I strive to do the same. I had the opportunity to learn from some of the best in business. By investing in my employees, I do not only secure a firm foundation for this business, but also continued excellence delivered to our clients.”
Johan Marais
Growing up close to Cape Town, Johan has displayed a natural entrepreneurial talent from a young age. He was regularly busy with new ideas or self-made products to sell. After school, Johan owned a Home Industry Shop selling baked good and various sculpture for home décor.
He started his studies in Graphic Design, later continuing with a Business Management Diploma at Fulham College in London, England.
It was with his firm interest in marketing and design, and natural ability for strategic business thinking that Johan joined the Preferred Solutions Group in 2012. He swiftly established himself as a sales maestro in the business by implementing innovative sales processes and strategies, leading his sales team to great success.
In 2017, Johan was promoted to National Sales Manager for the group. In the same year, he co-founded Mzansi Experience, our sister company focused on safari packages in Southern Africa.
It was his keen eye for business opportunity that lead to the establishment of Summit 7 Marketing in 2023, strategically changing it from internal marketing department serving the Preferred Solutions Group of companies to a full-fledged marketing agency also serving outside clients.
“Every problem has a solution, and you have the opportunity to learn and grow from the experience.”