Strengthening the organisations that shape South Africa's future workforce
Anchored Solutions is a specialist consultancy focused on strengthening the organisations responsible for developing South Africa's workforce — and improving the lives of the people they serve.
More than compliance
We partner with training providers, colleges, learnership implementers, skills development organisations, NGOs and corporate partners to improve organisational capability, learner outcomes and workplace relevance.
Our work goes beyond compliance and accreditation. We help organisations build the systems, culture, programmes and practices required to deliver meaningful learning experiences — and to produce learners who are equipped for employment, entrepreneurship and lifelong success.
We believe qualifications alone are not enough. South Africa needs capable people, effective organisations and learning systems that respond to the realities of the workplace.
Our Purpose
To strengthen the organisations that shape South Africa's future workforce and improve the lives of the people they serve.
Our Vision
To become South Africa's leading capability development partner for the skills development sector — helping organisations deliver relevant, high-quality learning that creates employable, empowered and future-ready people.
Our Mission
To improve the effectiveness of skills development organisations through strategic guidance, quality assurance support, organisational development, learner success programmes and future-focused solutions that bridge qualifications and workplace success.
The people behind Anchored Solutions
Maxine Merrifield
Founder & Director
Maxine Merrifield is the Founder and Director of Anchored Solutions, bringing extensive experience in skills development, workforce enablement and organisational growth. She is passionate about helping businesses and individuals unlock their potential through practical learning solutions, compliance support and strategic development initiatives. Through Anchored Solutions, Maxine partners with clients to create sustainable pathways for growth, performance and long-term success.
Experience & credentials
- 25 years in Learning & Development
- Managed a training campus with 22 qualifications and approximately 2 000 learners a year
- Several years consulting to training providers on capability, quality and accreditation
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