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Innovate, Impact, Inspire

We’re all about driving change with creative solutions, impactful community contributions, and empowering inspiration for a better tomorrow.

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Our Mission Statement

We are Involved Digital. The innovators. The kind of people who are unwavering in our mission to empower businesses, our partners, to thrive in the digital age. Progress is our driving force. It’s our essence. It’s the spark that ignites our passion every day. It propels us to constantly rethink how we can serve better. For you. For every challenge you face. For every goal you aim to achieve. Across every industry. Seamlessly. At the dynamic pace of today.

We are a digital powerhouse that bridges creativity and technology to provide holistic solutions at the click of a button. Because we believe in a world where digital empowerment should be within reach. So you can grow and prosper ethically. In a manner that’s sustainable for our world. And irrespective of your industry, size, or vision, we advocate for your right to succeed and flourish without barriers. We acknowledge that we might not always have all the answers. But we embrace learning, because it refines us, enlightens us, and fortifies us. And it deepens our commitment to do right by our partners, local businesses, and our diverse international clientele.

The vision for Involved Digital was conceived out of a genuine desire to make a difference in the digital realm. Our legacy of innovation and transformation continues. We’ve evolved into a comprehensive platform offering creative, marketing, advertising, development, and infrastructure services. From crafting compelling narratives to building robust infrastructures to launching impactful campaigns, quality is our constant focus. At Involved Digital, the journey of innovation is perpetual, relentless, and is always on the horizon.

Values & Culture

At our company, we believe in the importance of shared values. Our values of accountability, communication, execution and curiosity are fundamental to how we work together as a team and how we serve our clients

Accountability

At our company, we hold ourselves accountable for our actions and decisions. This means that we take ownership of our work and are dependable and reliable. If we make a mistake, we own up to it and take steps to correct it. This helps us build trust within the team and maintain a culture of integrity.

Communication

We know that clear and effective communication is key to working well together. We make an effort to listen actively, express ourselves clearly, and convey information in a way that is easily understood. We also try to tailor our messages to the team and use different mediums of communication.

Execution

We are committed to making things happen and following through on our commitments. We take the initiative and are proactive in order to drive results. This helps us achieve our goals and deliver value to our clients.

Curiosity

We are curious and always looking for ways to learn and improve. We are open to new ideas and are always seeking out new knowledge and perspectives. We believe that this helps us stay adaptable and innovative, and allows us to stay competitive in today’s ever-changing world.

Meet the Team

Talented and passionate, our team brings a variety of skills to our clients.

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Justin Hayward

Founder & CEO

As the Founder and CEO of Involved Digital, Justin brings years of expertise in human communication, business processes, and sales to the digital world. His focus is on creating meaningful connections - whether that’s between businesses and their audiences or within his own team.

When he’s not out on the road getting new business or catching up with clients over coffee, you’ll likely find him cycling through Stellenbosch’s scenic routes or running along the Blouberg beachfront.

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Dean

Consultant

Dean joined Involved Digital with a wealth of experience after five years as Creative Director at Thinkbox Creative Studio. With a deep passion for graphic design, he’s a master of the Adobe Suite and thrives on bringing creative ideas to life for clients.

Outside of work, Dean enjoys unwinding with family and friends around a fire—most likely with a football match playing in the background.

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Ariadne

Strategist

With over 20 years of local and international experience in integrated advertising and marketing, Ariadne has worked with some of the biggest names in South Africa, including BP, Castrol, and Distell. As Involved Digital’s strategist, she thrives on turning insights into impactful digital campaigns.

When she’s not crafting marketing strategies, you’ll find her exploring new industry trends or sharing her expertise with the next generation of marketers.

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Samantha

Head of Attraction

Samantha is the driving force behind talent attraction at Involved Digital, ensuring that the right expertise joins the team. As the founder of Recruiters Unite, she has a keen eye for spotting top talent and building meaningful professional relationships.

Beyond recruitment, Samantha is passionate about fitness—whether that means hitting the gym, running, or finding new ways to stay active.

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Dominic

Web & Technical

Dominic has been shaping digital experiences at Involved Digital for nearly seven years, blending design with technology to create websites that don’t just look great but feel effortless to use. He’s all about making things work smoothly - whether that means refining a site’s user journey, boosting performance, or solving complex technical puzzles.

Outside of work, Dominic is a lifelong tech enthusiast with a love for gaming, AI, and space exploration. If he's not fine-tuning digital experiences, you’ll probably find him deep in an online strategy game, keeping up with the latest AI breakthroughs, or pondering the future of space travel and humanity’s place among the stars.

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Stephanie

Operations

Stephanie keeps Involved Digital running smoothly, overseeing team production and ensuring everything stays on track. With a background in marketing, she understands the balance between creativity and efficiency, making sure projects flow seamlessly from start to finish.

When she’s not keeping operations in check, Stephanie unwinds with a good book, her latest crochet project, or diving into the world of video games.

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Shane

Paid Media

Shane is all about results. As a paid media specialist, he thrives on the challenge of driving traffic and optimising ad campaigns to maximise impact. Whether it’s performance marketing or digital strategy, he’s focused on delivering measurable success.

Off the clock, Shane enjoys long walks on the beach and winding down with reruns of Judge Judy - because nothing beats a classic courtroom showdown.

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Elizabeth

Social & Digital Content

Elizabeth breathes life into Involved Digital's clients socials, weaving together graphic design and copywriting to craft conten. Her creative vision brings a dynamic and visually rich dimension to socials.

Outside of her digital creations, Elizabeth's creativity knows no bounds. She immerses herself in gaming and reading, and captures the beauty of the natural world through her photography. She also channels her artistic spirit into diverse mediums, from crafting jewellery to experimenting with liquid art and print-on-demand designs.

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Juandre

Video

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Ricardo

Media Creator

Ricardo is our media creator and social guru. He’s day consists of recording, cutting and shaping video content with a creative flare.
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Jacques

Content Writer

Jacques has a way with words, crafting compelling content that brings brands to life. Whether it’s shaping the perfect message or refining a brand’s voice, he ensures every piece of content is engaging, clear, and impactful.
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Nici

Billing & Accounts

Nici keeps the numbers in check at Involved Digital, making sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. With a sharp eye for detail and a knack for organisation, she ensures billing and accounts stay on track—so the rest of the team can focus on what they do best.
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Sam

Web Developer

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We’re committed to making a lasting, positive impact on the world through sustainable practices and community engagement for a better future.

Ethics
Involved Digital upholds the highest ethical standards in all business dealings with stakeholders, and has an Ethics Policy to ensure adherence to legal principles.

Environmental
Involved Digital is committed to sound environmental management and aims to comply with all applicable environmental legislation while adopting responsible environmental practices.

Health & Safety
We prioritise safety of our employees and maintain a Health and Safety Plan (HSP). Employees receive safety training and are expected to participate in maintaining safe work practices.

Employees
We are committed to finding, engaging, and developing top talent, and offer career paths and recognition programs for both technical and non-technical staff. Employees are provided with opportunities for learning and development.

Community
Involved Digital contributes to the betterment of local communities through education, direct support, charitable donations, and support of non-profit agencies. The company aims to enhance the standard of living and improve health and safety practices in the communities where it operates.

Compliance
We expect all employees, officers, and directors to comply in good faith with applicable laws, regulations, and the company’s disclosure policies. Full, fair, accurate, understandable, and timely disclosure is required in reports and documents filed with regulatory authorities and other materials made available to the investing public.

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