Candice Elsmore

• Programme: MBA
• Nationality: South African

Candice grew up in South Africa and graduated from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, with a Bachelor of Commerce, Honours degree in Finance. For the last five years she has worked in finance, leaving a career in Equity Sales in Johannesburg to pursue an MBA at London Business School. In her spare time, Candice was involved in various start-up ventures including a school in Johannesburg and an events company, focused on engaging South African women with technology. Candice chose London Business School due to the School's excellent reputation and internationally diverse student body. As a Mo Ibrahim Foundation scholar she would like to use her time at the School to build her existing skillset and to develop both professionally and personally. Aside from being a Student Ambassador, Candice is also the Club Secretary for the Africa club, is currently developing a strategy for a social enterprise with the Impact Consulting club and is an active participant of the Salsa and Wine and Cheese clubs.