Kathleen Smith is a Johannesburg-based accountant and auditor who has worked with various private companies, including Perpetual Trust Services Ltd. and Deloitte South Africa. She is a graduate of the University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika, where she studied Intermediate Degree in Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting, and Auditing. Kathleen's impressive professional background includes accounting, auditing, bookkeeping, property investment, development, restoration, renovation, and self-employment. She also briefly experienced crypto speculation and hosted people through couchsurfing. Currently, Kathleen is unable to work due to her Schizophrenia disability.

Kathleen's story reminds us that professional success can often come with unexpected challenges, and we should show compassion and understanding towards those facing difficulties in life.