Executive Consultant at Resolve and Change Systems (2023-01 – Present)
Working alongside executive leadership to establish and execute strategic property and business development initiatives.
- Developed property acquisition and diversification strategies aligned to long-term business objectives.
- Identified new revenue streams and growth opportunities.
- Facilitated stakeholder engagement, deal structuring, and contract management processes.
- Led property opportunity assessments, feasibility analysis, and procurement activities.
- Supported business development initiatives and strategic partnerships.
- Identified and secured a strategic property acquisition aligned with the client's diversification objectives.
- Facilitated municipal approvals, consent use applications, licensing processes, and planning requirements.
- Managed professional teams including architects, planners, engineers, and contractors.
- Led concept development and implementation aligned with client branding objectives.
- Assumed direct responsibility for procurement and construction management after contractor performance challenges emerged.
- Successfully negotiated improved supplier agreements and subcontractor arrangements resulting in significant project savings.
- Delivered the successful redevelopment of the property into De Arend, a premium conference and events venue.
- Developed future expansion strategies including hospitality, agricultural, and tourism-related opportunities.
Director | Property Consulting & Business Advisory at Rich Rewards Trading 77 (PTY) Ltd (2018-01 – Present)
Provide strategic advisory services relating to property development, business operations, stakeholder engagement, and commercial growth.
- Advise clients on property acquisition, development strategy, and project execution.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including architects, engineers, planners, consultants, and regulatory authorities.
- Develop operational and technology solutions to improve business efficiency.
- Support SMMEs within the construction and engineering sectors through financial management and process improvement initiatives.
- Assist clients with project planning, budgeting, procurement, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
Director | Property Development & Investment at 345 On Main (PTY) Ltd (2016-01 – 2021-12)
Founded and managed a property development company focused on urban regeneration and mixed-use developments.
- Acquired and redeveloped two mixed-use properties in Woodstock, Cape Town.
- Secured funding through TUHF for a major urban densification project.
- Managed all financial, operational, regulatory, procurement, and stakeholder engagement functions.
- Oversaw planning approvals involving the City of Cape Town, Heritage Western Cape, civic organizations, and community stakeholders.
- Directed construction delivery of a mixed-use development comprising 19 residential apartments and 4 retail units.
- Developed and implemented revised business strategies during COVID-19 market disruptions.
- Successfully transitioned the project from a rental-based model to a sectional title sales strategy.
- Achieved complete sell-out of The Archive development despite challenging market conditions.
- Maintained strong relationships with funding partners and key stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
Senior Offshore Trader at Sanlam Private Wealth (2010-01 – 2016-12)
Responsible for global trading operations, offshore investment execution, regulatory compliance, and institutional client servicing.
- Executed offshore transactions across equities, currencies, mutual funds, hedge funds, bonds, and ETFs.
- Managed relationships with local and international service providers and custodians.
- Ensured compliance with South African Reserve Bank regulations governing cross-border transactions.
- Produced management reporting covering trading volumes, revenue generation, and asset allocations.
- Supported five major branches nationally with offshore investment solutions and client servicing.
- Managed account opening, FICA compliance, mandate verification, and W8-BEN administration.
- Approved international transactions and monitored operational controls.
- Implemented process enhancements to improve efficiency and regulatory compliance.
Offshore Trader & Client Relationship Manager at Coronation Asset Management (2001-01 – 2010-12)
Managed offshore investment administration, foreign exchange activities, client servicing, and regulatory reporting.
- Acted as principal liaison between clients, portfolio managers, foreign banks, and international fund managers.
- Managed foreign exchange transactions and offshore fund trading activities.
- Administered SARB reporting and regulatory compliance processes.
- Facilitated settlement and reconciliation of international transactions.
- Led stakeholder engagement with international counterparties and service providers.
- Participated in operational automation initiatives to improve reporting accuracy and efficiency.
- Managed client onboarding, cash flow administration, mandate monitoring, and performance reporting.
Client Relationship Manager at Old Mutual Asset Management (2000-01 – 2001-12)
- Managed relationships with private clients and trust structures.
- Prepared investment presentations and portfolio reporting.
- Coordinated client onboarding and investment administration activities.
- Supported portfolio managers and investment teams in servicing high-net-worth clients.
Assistant Accountant at Old Mutual Corporate Accounting (1997-01 – 2000-12)
- Assisted in preparation of consolidated financial statements and statutory reporting.
- Produced management accounts and business unit performance reports.
- Conducted financial analysis and expense reviews across operational divisions.
- Supported internal reporting requirements for local and international stakeholders.
- Participated in continuous process improvement initiatives.
