New appointment… Standard Bank Namibia has appointed Elzita Beukes as its new Executive of Marketing and Branding, effective 1 July 2026.
Beukes, who is currently serving as Senior Manager, Public Relations and Communication at the bank, will join the executive committee and assume responsibility for leading Standard Bank Namibia’s marketing and branding strategy.
The bank said Beukes brings more than 15 years of experience in marketing, communications and reputation management across the banking, corporate and development sectors.
Her experience includes developing integrated marketing and communication strategies, supporting executive positioning and strengthening stakeholder engagement.
Beukes holds a master’s degree in marketing and Innovation from the London School of Marketing, a Bachelor of Journalism degree from Rhodes University, and a postgraduate qualification in International Cooperation from the United Nations University in Tokyo.
Commenting on her appointment, Beukes said she was looking forward to supporting the bank’s growth ambitions in a rapidly evolving banking environment.
“I am honoured to take on this role at a time when the banking sector is evolving rapidly. I look forward to working with the team to strengthen how we connect with our clients and to support the bank’s growth priorities,” she said.
