SIMBARASHE McNORRIS HAKATA has gained extensive knowledge in the downstream petroleum industry. He is currently working towards the completion of his professional accounting programme with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. He also holds a number of certificates in the areas of financial investments and a diploma in project management. Over the past seven years he has worked in the downstream petroleum industry holding various administrative and managerial positions. He is also an extensive reader on the subjects of leadership, business and Entrepreneurship and strongly believes in empowering communities around him through knowledge dissemination. He also enjoys chess, golf, blogging and motor sports.