Gauteng Finishing Schools

My name is Nerisha -  I am passionate about empowering young girls and helping them be the best that they can be in every way. My classes will be fun and professional… you will leave feeling wiser and a polished young lady.

My name is Haseena. I live in vibrant Jozi with my husband and three children. I have had an interesting and varied career path that has led me to Bella Donna. I started out in the commerce and real estate environment, and staying true to my persona, I ventured into the fashion industry and everything that is associated with it, image consulting, make-up, styling and interior design and décor. I also am a freelance travel writer for ASA magazine which sustains my favourite hobby, travelling the world in search of new ideas, inspiration and all things fabulous.

BDFC is a perfect fit for me, as it encompasses everything I believe a young woman requires to venture into adulthood. I am hoping to create polished, refined and elegant young women ready to go out into the world and make a difference!

My name is Farzana. I am an Operations Manager is the corporate world. My qualifications include a Bcom MBM and I’m currently completing my MBA. I enjoy the serene tranquil lifestyle with walks in the garden and meditation and I love animals. I am passionate about motivating our youth, especially teenage girls, in developing their confidence and self-esteem.

Bella Donna Finishing Classes is the ideal opportunity for me to mentor and coach young ladies. My classes will be fun-filled and leave you more aware of yourself; confident and motivated to face the “big wide world”. I want my students to appreciate who they are and what they have to offer. They will learn how to express their thoughts about things that matter to them and have a deeper understanding on how to handle various situations.

My name is Ereeza. Along with running my Bella Donna branch, I am also Chief Marketing Officer for a leading national pre-paid electricity mobile merchant. I am also a part-time model with agencies in both Cape Town and Johannesburg.

I enjoy maintaining a healthy exercise regime, good music, movies and I love traveling to foreign destinations. My dreams for the future is to launch my own eco-friendly beauty product line.

My name is Nicolene Phaho (the Proverbs woman). My area of employment has been an Executive Assistant and Information Officer.  I obtained my tertiary education at the Academy Of Learning and the Gordon Institute of Business studies (finance studies).

My passion has always been to make a difference in my immediate surroundings.  I feel very strongly about empowering woman and my inner ‘girl child’, has urged me to venture into this heart-warming and fulfilling business.  Just the thought of the impact that this Bella Donna project has and will make on our society is mind blowing!  My dream is to be a participant in the development of young minds and woman… to create a society of confident, wise, self sustaining and resourceful woman.  Stay Blessed!

Rosemarie has three daughters (Shelly being the eldest) and 3 grandsons, two of which are Shelly’s pride and joy! Family life is all important to us and our husbands are our most ardent supporters!

We love working together as a mother/daughter team and have taught, examined and adjudicated many young people in all forms of dance and related subjects, for many years now. As teachers and examiners for the A.I.D.T. (Assoc. of Int. Dance Teachers), we have travelled our country far and wide and many overseas countries including Australia, Canada, Greece and Israel!

Owning a Trout Lodge in the heart of the Mpumalanga mountains, has ensured that we are well rehearsed in all aspects of the business and have trained many people in hospitality related subjects including catering. Over the past 10 years, we have nurtured a special relationship with the College of Education at Wits who are actively involved in the teaching of less advantaged rural schools in this area.

Our passion is teaching and as such we have the privilege of working with our youth and having a positive and profound influence in their lives. We feel honored to be part of the Bella Donna team and look forward to the road ahead!

My name is Paulina Matlala, I am a Financial Accountant. I am also a registered ‘Heal Your Life’ Teacher and Workshop Facilitator. My qualifications include a B.Com in Financial Management and a Diploma in Marketing and Sales Management.

I am passionate about inspiring and empowering everyone I meet. Bella Donna Finishing Classes gives me an opportunity to fulfil my dream of making a positive difference in people’s lives.