Prashan's story

When I lost my wife to cancer, I found myself navigating life as a single parent to a two-year-old boy. I was looking for an opportunity that would keep me professionally engaged while giving me the flexibility to raise my son. That’s when Dawie introduced me to Altis, and within two weeks, I started a new chapter in my life.

From the very beginning, Altis showed genuine empathy and understanding of my personal situation. I was supported in balancing the many challenges life had thrown at me, and that support gave me the foundation to keep growing.

There were moments early on when I questioned if consulting was the right path for me. But with Sara’s guidance and her soft skills training, I learned how to manage client relationships, communicate effectively, and rebuild my confidence. Slowly, I began to find my rhythm again, not just as a consultant, but as a person learning to stand tall after loss.

Four years later, looking back, I can see how far I’ve come. I’ve been trusted to lead discovery processes for complex data architectures, engaging directly with executive stakeholders and building strong working relationships across business and technical teams. I’ve learned to present confidently to leadership, adapt my communication style to different audiences, and deliver work that’s valued and well received.

That journey from uncertainty to strength has been transformative. I may have lost a family, but through Altis, I found another, a community that believed in me, supported me, and helped me grow into the professional and person I am today.