Damien J du Preez
Hi, my name’s Damien. I’m the founder of Beagle & Baobab, a luxury travel company, as well as a political scientist in training. In 2024, my wife and I moved from South Africa to Frankfurt, Germany. Since then, my focus has been on building relationships with like-minded folks across Europe and exploring opportunities for ambitious new projects in business and politics.
In my previous role at CREDO, I led the development of what may become South Africa’s first citizens’ assembly, transforming a novel idea into a political project buttressed by government and civil society partnerships. With nothing but a laptop and a bootstrapped growth strategy, I also significantly expanded the reach and reputation of an international research centre.
Now as the founder of Beagle & Baobab, I’ve brought my energy and strategic thinking to the global tourism and hospitality industry. By reimagining African adventure for a new generation of discerning travellers, I aim to reinvigorate South Africa’s status as a must-visit destination for immersive travel – where culture, cuisine, and nature collide in unforgettable ways.
Parallel to all of this, I’m pursuing a Master’s in Comparative Democracy at the Goethe-Universität Frankfurt, building on my Bachelor’s in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics from Stellenbosch University. When not in Frankfurt, I can be found exploring the side streets and country fields of Europe with my wife, or visiting the family farm in Tonteldoos, South Africa.
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