Job creation. Conservation. Tourism.
Searl has gained an impeccable reputation as one of the most inspiring entrepreneurs in South Africa.
Searl’s the single biggest job creator in the Touwsrivier area and he’s known for his innovative approach to both business and people.
In addition to wildlife conservation, Aquila’s objectives are to develop the local community, both economically and socially and reduce its carbon footprint.
ARC (Aquila Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation Conservation Centre) is a non-profit section 21 organisation # 2004/011009/08
His Background
He started his business career by founding ‘Zone Armed Response‘ and ‘National Guardian Security‘ in 1993. Due to his innovative approach, entrepreneurial talent, eye for detail and job creation, ‘Zone’ became one of the three most successful security companies, in Cape Town. In 1998 after lifting the company to its peak with over 3,500 clients and 500 staff, Searl sold the company for a substantial profit at the age of 27.
Searl is a proud recipient of the Argus Sanlam Job Maker Award (January 1996) due to his commitment to job creation in the previously disadvantaged sectors of the Cape.
owned by Searl Derman