Meet the Founder

Embed Humanity in AI

JX Xolani Gumede

Thought-Leader | Author | Public Speaker

Project & Development Manager | Certified Ethics Officer (EO 1536) | AI Ethicist | Pan-African Business Development Specialist | Food Advocate

JX Xolani Gumede is the Founder of JX & Co, a thought leadership and ethics agency specialising in AI Ethics, Organisational Ethics, and AI Ethics in Agriculture.

He is a Certified Ethics Officer (The Ethics Institute, Cert. No. 1536), a Professional Construction Project Manager (SACPCMP), and holds a Master’s in Project Management from the University of Southern Queensland, Australia.

He is the author of The Conscious Navigator and an international speaker on food justice, AI ethics, and ethical governance.

Leadership Journey

From pioneering ethical frameworks to leading major institutions, JX Xolani Gumede’s path reflects a deep commitment to transformative leadership—shaping industries through vision, integrity, and purpose.

Present
Founder of JX & Co

Leading thought leadership and ethics agency specialising in AI Ethics

2020-2023
President

iLembe Chamber of Commerce & Industry

2018-2022
Chairperson

Leading thought leadership and ethics agency specialising in AI Ethics

2015
Pioneer

South Africa's first Black commercial strawberry farmer

2014
Master's Degree

Project Management, University of Southern Queensland, Australia

Our Thesis

This thesis presents a comprehensive exploration of our research topic, combining in-depth analysis, practical insights, and academic rigor. It reflects our commitment to advancing knowledge and offering meaningful contributions to the field.

Licenses & certifications

Recognized for professional excellence, JX Xolani Gumede holds certifications as a Certified Ethics Officer (The Ethics Institute, Cert. No. 1536) and a Professional Construction Project Manager (SACPCMP), reflecting his commitment to ethical leadership and strategic governance.

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