Neo.S.Baloyi is a distinguished producer based in Johannesburg, South Africa, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality, commercially viable content across multiple platforms. His expertise spans feature films, television, and digital streaming, working with major industry players such as Netflix, Showmax and leading South African broadcasters. Known for his ability to navigate the complexities of production while ensuring creative integrity, Baloyi has built a reputation for crafting compelling, globally relevant narratives across a diverse range of genres.

Among his most notable works is Collision (2022), a Netflix-licensed feature film that achieved remarkable global success upon its release. Premiering on June 16, 2022, Collision swiftly climbed the platform’s rankings, securing the #3 spot worldwide, #1 in South Africa, #4 in the United States, and appearing in the Top 10 across 68 countries. The film remained in Netflix’s global Top 10 for two consecutive weeks, a testament to Baloyi’s ability to produce content with strong international appeal. His latest project, City of Gold, another Netflix-licensed feature, is slated for release in mid-2025, further solidifying his position as a key figure in the African film industry.

Beyond individual accomplishments, Baloyi is a driving force in the South African entertainment landscape as the Co-Founder and Head of Production at Lucky Rhino, a dynamic production company dedicated to creating internationally renowned films and series. Under his leadership, Lucky Rhino has positioned itself as a champion of authentic storytelling, crafting narratives that resonate with both local and global audiences. The company is built on the belief that storytelling is a transformative tool one that can shape societal perceptions, shift cultural narratives, and amplify African voices on the world stage.

With a keen understanding of the evolving entertainment industry, Baloyi continues to push the boundaries of African cinema, blending commercial viability with artistic excellence. His commitment to fostering high-quality, globally competitive productions ensures that African stories not only reach a wider audience but also contribute meaningfully to the international film and television landscape.

Martorell is an acclaimed international director with 18 awards and 25 nominations across the United States, United Kingdom, and France. He currently resides in both Los Angeles and Johannesburg, with his roots stemming from a suburban upbringing in Lyon, France. Specializing in thriller, crime, and action films and series, he is renowned for his meticulous and detail-oriented approach to directing. His work is distinguished by a sophisticated eye, a unique aesthetic and composition style, where he believes that every frame should be a painting that contributes to the overall narrative. Martorell's attention to detail extends beyond visuals; he is also committed to capturing authentic, powerful performances from his actors.

Martorell recently completed filming his second film with Netflix, City of Gold. This crime/action film stars Bonko Khoza (Heart of the Hunter) and Brandon Auret (Rebel Moon), and was shot in Johannesburg. Prior to this, he directed a Netflix Original film called Collision, a drama/thriller featuring Langley Kirkwood (One Piece, Warrior), Vuyo Dabula, Tessa Jubber, and Mpho Sebeng. It was released on June 16th, 2022, and quickly achieved impressive rankings, reaching #3 worldwide, #1 in South Africa, #4 in the United States, France and Brazil, and securing a place in the Top 10 list in 68 countries. It held a position in the Top 10 on Netflix globally for two consecutive weeks, earning praise from South African journalists who hailed it as "putting African cinema on a pedestal" and "reflecting the essence of South Africa."

His short films have garnered significant acclaim and received numerous awards at prestigious international film festivals. Unbelief, a drama/thriller featuring Andrew Howard (Limitless, Taken 3) and Tobin Bell (Saw), and based on a short story by Michael Marshall Smith, won multiple awards and nominations, and was an official selection at numerous international film festivals. The Coin, a drama starring Christopher Lloyd (Back to the Future) and Kathryn Morris (Minority Report, Cold Case), also won multiple awards and nominations, and was an official selection at several major international festivals, including four Academy-qualifying festivals such as the Palm Springs International Film Festival & ShortFest, LA Short Fest, Newport Beach Film Festival, and Cleveland International Film Festival. He has directed eight other short films, all of which have been selected for and received awards at prestigious European film festivals.

Martorell completed post-production on his second feature documentary, The Guns Story, which centers around guitarist Tracii Guns (L.A. Guns, Guns N’ Roses) and features Iggy Pop. His debut feature documentary, Tromatized: Meet Lloyd Kaufman, focuses on the legendary and eccentric Lloyd Kaufman (president of Troma Entertainment and creator of “Toxic Avenger”) and features Stan Lee, Roger Corman, Eli Roth, Trey Parker, and James Gunn. It was awarded "Best Biographical Documentary" at the 2009 New York International Independent Film Festival, which was presided over by Abel Ferrara. It was selected in various other film festivals, including the Hollywood Film Festival, and received critical acclaim from specialized press and critics. It gained global distribution through Under The Milky Way, being available on platforms such as Amazon, iTunes, vudu, and more.

Additionally, Martorell is a speaker who shares his filmmaking experience with high school students, film students, and entrepreneurs, including Création Africa, a continent-wide initiative launched by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, supported by the Embassy of France in South Africa and the French Institute of South Africa. In early 2022, he co-founded his second film production company, Lucky Rhino, with his partner Neo Baloyi in Johannesburg. In 2011, he established his first film production company, FM Pictures, in Los Angeles. Furthermore, he is a co-founder of the Festival du Film Court de Vaulx-en-Velin in France, which is now in its twenty-fifth year. Martorell is passionate about German cinema from the 1920s and 1930s, Japanese cinema from the 1950s, American cinema from the 1980s and 1990s, Korean cinema from the 2000s, as well as photography and art history.

Ngoato Ramaube is a CA(SA) and CGMA with fifteen years of experience in corporate finance and an additional decade in banking and financial services. His career reflects a consistent ability to shape financial strategy, manage complex capital structures, and maintain rigorous investor relations and governance standards. Known for his discipline, clarity, and reliability, he has built a reputation as a self-motivated financial leader who provides precise oversight, accurate reporting, and thoughtful forecasting that directly supports business decision-making. Across his roles, Ramaube has demonstrated a talent for identifying opportunities that strengthen revenue, drive growth, and improve performance. He approaches financial leadership as both a strategic and operational discipline, ensuring that every initiative aligns with broader company objectives while maintaining strong controls. His work is guided by a commitment to helping organisations articulate a clear financial direction and execute tactical initiatives that support long-term vision.

At Sasfin, he managed a ZAR 240 million IT budget and consistently delivered an average of 7% savings over five years. He reduced IT CAPEX by 71%, oversaw a ZAR 440 million shared services budget with 4% savings over two years, and designed an activity-based costing model that transformed the allocation of IT costs across business units—enabling more informed technology investment decisions. Over the same period, he earned three promotions and two Group-wide awards, reflecting the impact and consistency of his work. As Group Management Accountant at Innovation Group, he prepared and reported against a ZAR 870 million revenue and ZAR 166 million EBITDA budget. He implemented a cash-flow reporting and forecasting model that strengthened the Group’s ability to understand and manage a ZAR 119 million operating cash-flow, improving discipline and clarity across multiple departments. Ramaube’s core expertise spans strategic financial leadership, governance, compliance, institutional partnerships, and treasury oversight. He negotiates finance facilities, manages debt and equity relationships, and leads executive finance reviews while overseeing cash-flow, forecasting, and regulatory obligations with precision.

For Lucky Rhino, he brings the rigor and vision required to keep the company investment-ready. He ensures transparent, timely financial reporting, structures deals that maximise capital efficiency, and safeguards investor interests while supporting the company’s ambition to scale.