HOW ELMA AKOB BECAME THE VOICE OF AFRICA’S BIGGEST BRANDS & BUILT A VOICE EMPIRE | #ICWRS

Welcome to another powerful episode of In Conversation With Rudy Samuel 🔥🔥🔥This time, we’re joined by none other than Elma Akob, the unmistakable voice behind brands like Gautrain, Nedbank, MTV, Netflix, Disney, and BBC Africa.From her Cameroonian roots to being raised in South Africa, Elma shares her inspiring journey as a voice-over artist, entrepreneur, public speaking coach, founder of Elevate Africa, and a woman of deep faith.We unpack:🎙 How she built a voice empire across Africa🧠 Imposter syndrome & building unshakable confidence📢 Faith in the workplace & staying authentic💼 Mentoring Africa’s next generation of communicators🌍 What it means to lead as a young African woman todayIf you’re a creative, storyteller, or dreamer trying to find your voice — this episode is for you.👉 Subscribe to the channel for more inspiring conversations.👍 Like, 💬 Comment & 🔁 Share this episode to help it reach more people.📍Filmed in Randburg, Johannesburg🎙️ Host: Rudy Samuel📲 Follow Elma: https://www.instagram.com/elma.akob/?hl=en📲 Follow Rudy: https://www.instagram.com/rudysamuel_#ElmaAkob #ICWRS #VoiceOverArtist #AfricanVoices #WomenInLeadership #ChristianCreative #ElevateAfrica #AfricanExcellence #PodcastSA #CameroonToRSA #PublicSpeaking #VoiceOfAfrica #CreativeLeadership #RudySamuel #BlackExcellence #Disney #Gautrain #DSTV #nedbank #MTV #VoiceOver 00:00 - Intro | In Conversation With Rudy Samuel01:34 - Who is Elma Akob? 🎙️01:58 - Balancing Being a CEO, MC, PhD Candidate & More02:34 - What Does the Name Elma Akob Represent?03:15 - When Elma Realised Her Voice Carries Power05:20 - The Beginning of Elma’s Journey10:39 - Blending South African & Cameroonian Cultures in Her Work12:13 - Brands Elma Has Voiced For: Nedbank, Gautrain, Disney, Netflix & More14:05 - Inside the Voice Over Recording Process15:00 - How to Become a Voice Over Artist | Theory & Practice18:06 - Elma’s International Travels as an MC20:43 - How Elma & Her Parents Feel About Her Success22:47 - Why Helping Others With Public Speaking Matters24:10 - The Realities of Entrepreneurship in South Africa26:17 - The Importance of Faith in Elma’s Life27:31 - Staying Grounded in an Industry of Visibility & Recognition29:00 - Feeling Like an Outsider: Elma’s Honest Reflections31:32 - Imposter Syndrome | Why Elma Says It’s a Good Thing32:36 - A Message to Every Young African Girl 🌍33:55 - Resigning From Work to Pursue Full-Time Entrepreneurship36:18 - Conversations With God That Changed Everything37:36 - The Legacy Elma Akob Wants to Leave38:50 - Closing Words & Outro