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From trainee to triumph: the journey of an advisor’s success

It is well-known that in the finance sector, previously disadvantaged people and women are underrepresented. Momentum Group's objective is to transform the distribution network and at...
Warren Wheatley CA (SA), CFP®, Founder, Altvest

Transforming the private equity landscape

Altvest Capital is a local investment platform committed to democratising access to alternative investments, primarily in high-growth sectors. Blue Chip caught up with Founder, Warren Wheatley.
Guy Holwill, Chief Executive of Fairbairn Consult.

Client experience is the new marketing

This article is based on content from the Fairbairn Consult 2024 annual conference that was themed around client experience (CX).
Gillian Hepburn, Commercial Director, Schroders

Four disconnects between advisors and their female clients

The potential loss of female clients presents a challenge for some advisors but also an opportunity for others. Gillian Hepburn, Commercial Director at Schroders, identifies four key disconnects between advisors and their female clients.

Key value drivers in considering retail real estate investments

Laurence Rapp, CEO of Vukile Property Fund, discusses the key value drivers you should consider when investing in retail real estate.
Alicia Davids, CEO, ASISA Academy

Transforming teaching, impacting the industry

Inspired by the positive impact that high-quality education has in the life of an individual who embraces opportunity, Alicia Davids, CEO of the ASISA Academy, has made a positive impact in the lives of many. Blue Chip caught up with her.
University of Johannesburg

Climb the industry ladder

Elevate your skills and career aspirations with the University of Johannesburg. Anrich van Jaarsveld, Programme Manager and Financial Planning Lecturer at the University of Johannesburg shares how
Wallace Barnes CA(SA), Analyst ,Steyn Capital Management

Why hedge funds offer a smarter path to uncorrelated returns

According to Wallace Barnes, Steyn Capital Management, diversification of uncorrelated assets within a portfolio significantly reduces its overall volatility without compromising expected returns.
Alungile Gcaza and Stephán Engelbrecht, co-founders of Mazi NextGen with Mazi Asset Management.

The AI revolution in asset management: Navigate the hype and embrace the...

Mazi Asset Management is committed to continuous innovation, exploring new ways to leverage AI to improve our investment process, enhance operational efficiency and deliver exceptional client service.
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The current state of healthcare access for freelancers and artists

One of the primary hurdles freelancers and artists face is managing the cost of healthcare amid their fluctuating income. Medihelp recognises the unique needs of freelancers and provides cost-saving options, such as network alternatives, which can help reduce monthly membership fees.
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Alternative sources of return

Alternative investments financial advisors should add to clients’ portfolios, writes Florbela Yates, the Managing Director of Equilibrium Investment Management.

Creditworthiness key to client relations

Francois Strydom, CFA, the Portfolio Manager at Momentum Securities, believes his entity offers an attractive proposition for potential investors in the structured products sphere.

How important are the non-investment services of a DFM?

Increasingly, DFMs are acting as a business partner to financial planners, not simply investment partners.
Rob Macdonald, Independent Consultant

Client agency

Is client agency the most important factor in successful financial planning? Independent consultant, coach and author Rob Macdonald shares his experience.

Reimagining retirement: Why rules of thumb matter more than we think

Martiens Barnard, Marketing Actuary at Momentum Investments, reveals the five crucial risks that determine whether retirement income lasts, as unpacked in Momentum's 'Reimagining Retirement’ campaign.
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