Des has extensive experience in the insurance industry, with 36 years of experience working primarily in Zimbabwe but also spending some time in the United Kingdom. He holds professional qualifications from the Chartered Insurance Institute in the UK and is a Chartered Insurance Broker. He is currently the Co-founder and Managing Director of SATIB Zimbabwe, based in Bulawayo, and is responsible for managing key clients in Bulawayo and Victoria Falls. Additionally, he has a passion for mountain biking, wildlife, and conservation, with a particular interest in the Matopos.