ABOUT US
Image Innovators SA is proud to be the first image consultancy in South Africa to receive international accreditation from the Association of Image Consultants International (AICI) - a testament to our global recognition and commitment to excellence. With our modern, cutting-edge image products, services, and training, we are the preferred company for those seeking to elevate their image consultancy journey.
Our motto, "Your Potential is Our Passion," perfectly captures our mission: to empower our consultants to unlock their full potential and harness their unique talents to build thriving local businesses. We lead with purpose—infusing passion, integrity, energy, and care into everything we do.
Our core focus is on equipping our consultants with the knowledge, tools, hands-on practice, and continuous support they need to become the very best in the field. We foster a dynamic, fun, and enriching learning environment that encourages growth and confidence.
Our host company, Image Innovators International, boasts 25 years delivering award-winning training and services together with the founder and owner, Ann Reinten, AICI CIP, being awarded AICI’s highest achievement award: an IMMIE for Product Innovation and Excellence in 2010.
“We are committed to actively helping image consultants develop their skills, advance their knowledge and grow as a team, encouraging them to thrive. Providing both ‘hands-on and hearts-on’ support is our essential vision. We love, care, educate, support and nurture.”
Kyla Blackwood-Murray, AICI CIC
The Image Innovators SA team has proudly worked with a wide range of South African celebrities, corporate clients, and political parties. Their impressive portfolio includes features in various magazines, appearances on television, and the successful hosting of numerous workshops for large audiences across the country.
MEET THE TEAM
Kyla Blackwood-Murray
IISA MASTER LICENSE HOLDER AND CEO | AICI CIC
Kyla heads up the only AICI internationally accredited Image Consulting Training company in South Africa, Image Innovators SA, with passion, flair, focus and a magnetic sense of fun.
She is warm and engaging, with a refreshingly colourful personality. She inspires those around her with her passion and energy and delights in seeing others transformed as they gain knowledge and insight into the ‘science of beauty’.
Kyla boasts achieving her AICI CIC accreditation, adding to her wealth of knowledge, experience and expertise.
She finds it rewarding to channel her energy and love of beauty, fashion and people into enriching lives and helping people to recognise and embrace their own uniqueness.
Mariska Botha
CONSULTANT LIASON
Mariska Botha is the founder and CEO of Nu U Image Consulting (Pty) Ltd, based in the Garden Route.
Formerly an Advocate of the High Court of South Africa, she believes that image perception directly impacts profitability and productivity and her own evolution from legal professional to successful image consultant gives her unique insights into professional and personal image.
She aspires to inspire and empower her clients, by providing them with tools and strategies to showcase their most confident, authentic selves.
Her ability to connect with people and her positive, empowering approach has translated into a successful business with devoted followers.
Ronel Le Roux
TRAINING FACILITATOR
Ronel’s down to earth wisdom, talent, integrity and rich personality have made her a sought after image consultant, make-up artist and stylist.
She inspires her clients to appreciate and recognize their own particular brand of beauty and style. She has the gift of igniting fresh passion into every one of her clients.
Her many accomplishments include her recent debut on the front cover of Bloemfontein’s Get It Magazine, published articles, appearances on television and winning awards within the industry. She also serves as the Secretary on the AICI Australia Chapter Board.
Ronel’s inner beauty and strength are evident in every task she undertakes. Her presence instils confidence and calm in the face of a frenetic industry.
Tania De Klerk
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT FACILITATOR
Tania's vision is to empower women to feel great every day, regardless of what the day holds.
Her primary focus is on equipping her clients with the tools to simplify their wardrobe choices and make confident decisions to wear what they love and what suits their unique attributes and lifestyle.
She draws inspiration from the most recent trends, but is not driven by them.
Her passion, vision and genuineness are evident as she guides and mentors her clients.
She says 'Although our priorities shift, our bodies may change, and time becomes a limited resource, I believe that we each carry something unique, and our appearance should be a true reflection of who we were created to be.'
Jaclyn De Kock
ADMINISTRITIVE FACILITATOR AND CONSULTANT COORDINATOR
Jaclyn joins Image Innovators SA as our newly appointed Administrative Facilitator and Consultant Coordinator.
As a qualified Image Consultant Jaclyn adds her unique charisma, creativity and passion to our team.
Jaclyn channels her energy and love of beauty, fashion, and people towards enriching lives and helping others to recognise and embrace their uniqueness. She is vibrant and dynamic and highly values integrity and authenticity.
Jaclyn passionately believes that combining the efficient, the functional and the beautiful creates an unstoppable synergy.
Zanele Kamwendo
TRAINING FACILITATOR
Zanele’s life-long passion for image and style and her genuine desire to see people embrace their individuality and reach their full potential has seen her dramatically improve the image and lives of those she comes in contact with.
She qualified as an image consultant in 2014 and has a successful image consulting company, Sparkle Image. She has been a member of image Innovators since 2017. She is also a member of the AICI (Association of Image Consultants International) as well as IPIA (International Professional Image Association).
Zanele holds an Electrical Engineering qualification and has enjoyed a corporate career for over 15 years during which she obtained a Master of Business Administration Degree (MBA).
Milanie Stadler
TRAINING FACILITATOR
Milanie is a qualified Image Consultant with 10 years of firsthand experience in the beauty and fashion industry. Throughout the decade of her career as a part-time model, participant in various notable beauty pageants/competitions and role as an image consultant, inspirational speaker and stylist, Milanie has gained an in-depth look into this complex and ever-changing industry.
She recently made her TV debut as a stylist on VIA’s “‘n Nuwe Jy met NOVA” where she gained invaluable knowledge - waiting to be shared with aspiring fashion stylists.
When it comes to training up-and-coming fashion stylists, Milanie shares practical advice and lessons from her own experiences. She equips students with the tools to take on a career in fashion styling, with confidence!