Sasfin Wealth is now Otto1890
IFAs are the backbone of independent advice in this country, and Otto1890 sees itself as their institutional partner. Otto1890 brings execution, custody scale and global investment capability across asset classes and an open architecture. Blue Chip speaks to Flynn Robson, director and head of private clients, Otto1890.
Same trusted engine; a sharper partner
Because Otto1890’s solutions are modular, a practice can start small and layer on capability as it grows without re-papering clients or rebuilding processes each time. Blue Chip speaks to Claudius Rostoll, head of private client enablement at Otto1890.
The right expertise makes all the difference
How experience, fresh thinking and sophisticated investment tools come together to build portfolios designed for long-term outcomes. By Craig Pheiffer, Chief Investment Strategist, Otto1890.
Your AI note-taker is a POPIA problem
Zeldeen Müller, CEO, inSite Connect, explains why boards need to know exactly where meeting recordings, transcripts and sensitive information are being stored – and who ultimately controls that data.
Real assets: the strategic case for inflation defence
Cohen & Steers is a leading global investment manager specialising in real assets and alternative income, focused on delivering attractive returns, income and diversification. Blue Chip finds out more in this interview with Sean Cooney, Head of UK Wealth, Global Wealth Management at Cohen & Steers.
Building a financial planning practice that outlasts its founders
Many advice practices depend heavily on a small group of leaders. The challenge with that model is that knowledge, relationships and decision-making become concentrated in too few people, writes CEO Craig Kiggen, CEO of Consolidated Wealth Group.
The client is the person, not their money
Independent Consultant Rob Macdonald shares his thoughts on the state of the industry and how the financial planning landscape might change in future.
Celebrating Blue Chip’s 100th edition
Lelané Bezuidenhout, CFP®, CEO,
Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa, pays tribute to Blue Chip's 100th issue.
Economic resilience despite geopolitical fragility
Maarten Ackerman, Chief Economist, CAM Asset Management, details how the global economy has demonstrated remarkable resilience in the face of a fragile geopolitical landscape.
The vital cog in development
David Venter (Head of School, Milpark School of Financial Services) shares his insights into leadership and management.
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Leading with purpose in a changing profession. By Olwethu Masanabo, CFP®, FPI Chairperson.
Do I really need a will? Some questions answered
National Wills Week takes place from 14–18 September 2026. It is a useful reminder to deal with something many of us put off: recording what should happen to our estate when we die.
FPi announces 2026 Corporate Partner of the Year finalists
Professional Provident Society Insurance Company Limited (PPS), Momentum Metropolitan Limited (Momentum) and Alexforbes Financial Planning Consultants have been recognised for advancing professional financial planning through active partnership.
Building the future of financial planning
Despite the value of advice, many South Africans still do not have access to professional financial planning, writes Katlego Mei, CFP®, Financial Planner, Galileo Capital.
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Blue Chip speaks to Jean van Biljon, PGDip (FinPlan), Authorised Principal, Jenwil BlueStar, about his journey as a Financial Planner.




















