17 Aug 2025
21m

Interview with Karooooo CEO Zak Calisto

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In this interview, Zak Calisto, the CEO and founder of Karooo, discusses the origins and evolution of his company, from its start as a track and trace service for stolen vehicles in South Africa to its current status as a software platform for connected vehicles, offering fleet management, logistics, and safety solutions. Calisto shares his leadership style, emphasizing team building, product quality, and controlled capital allocation, while also addressing the potential impacts of new technologies like AI and autonomous driving on the business. The conversation also touches on Karooo's financial health, growth strategies, and the story behind the company's name.

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