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Kirsty Scully, Board Chairperson of the FPI

I am because of others

Kirsty Scully, board chairperson of the FPI, has been elected to serve as chairperson of the FPSB Council. The FPSB is the standards-setting body for the global financial planning profession. Its mission is to manage worldwide professional standards in the industry represented by the CFP® mark.
Alexforbes named best investment survey provider in africa

Alexforbes named best investment survey provider in Africa

Alexforbes is proud to announce that its investment survey team has been named the Best Investment Survey Provider in Africa for the sixth consecutive year.
the tale of two grocers

A tale of two grocers

From the perspective of shareholders, Pick n Pay has been a significant disappointment, while Shoprite has proven to be a resounding success. What factors contributed to these vastly different outcomes? Were there any early indicators? Paul Whitburn and Wilhelm Hertzog of Rozendal Partners delve into the contrasting fortunes of these two grocery chains to explore the reasons behind their respective achievements or failures.
Anton Swanapoel_Thought Leader Portrait

Solving the practice management puzzle in 2025

Anton Swanepoel, fonder of Trusted Advisors, is giving away complimentary copies of "Practice Management, the ultimate leadership blueprint for FSPs'. A book that provides insights that will help you in your strategic planning and decision-making processes in 2025 and beyond. Download your copy on Blue Chip Digital today.
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.

Empowering independent financial advisors for sustainable growth 

The Association for Savings and Investments is proud to announce the launch of their next IFA Development Programme, kicking off in March 2025. Find out how to apply.
FPI surpasses 500 cfp professionals

FPI surpasses 5,000 CFP® professionals, marking a historic milestone

The Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa (FPI) proudly announces a significant milestone in its history: as of 31 December 2024, FPI has surpassed 5,000...
Consolidated Wealth Group

Consolidated Wealth becomes an FPI approved professional practice™

The Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa (FPI) is proud to welcome and congratulate Consolidated Wealth (Pty) Ltd on being approved as an FPI Approved Professional Practice™.
Mbali Phejaolema ABSIP Nov24 -35

The ABSIP Retail Symposium

The ABSIP Retail Symposium – a joint venture with The Collaborative Exchange, SA’s leading research, consulting and event management business, was held at The Maslow Hotel in Sandton on the 7th November.
Altvest

ACOF interim financials released

Altvest Capital is proud to announce the inaugural release of the Altvest Credit Opportunities Fund (ACOF) Interim Financials, since listing on the JSE.
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