Meet our passionate team of professionals
Greg Hill
Director | Financial Planner | CFP® Professional
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Our founder is somewhat of a collector, having always been on a path of accumulating achievements and accolades which include:
- Completing a B.IURIS through UNISA
- A Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning through the University of Free State
- A Senior Management Program through the University of Stellenbosch Graduate School, and
- Greg is also a member of the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa (FPI).
Prior to joining IWM, Greg’s career path led him to time spent as a Senior Public Prosecutor, a Senior Legal Advisor at Sanlam Legal Services, a Director at Coopers and Lybrand (now known as PricewaterhouseCoopers) and thereafter at PSG Independent Consulting Pty Ltd (a subsidiary of PSG).
Greg loves the outdoors and enjoys the freedom of climbing on his bike and exploring life on two wheels. Whether it be a steep incline, or longer gradient, Greg sees the opportunity in every challenge.
To find out more about Greg’s favourite cycling routes or how IWM can help you focus on your success, contact us on +27 (87) 150 9848 or email Greg at gregh@iwm.co.za
We have a wide range of services that are structured around planning to ensure that you live the life you want to live and have the means to do so. Click here to find out more.
Maureen Attridge
Director | Financial Planner | CFP®️ Professional
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Founder of IWM, Maureen keeps active by catching waves, golfing and playing tennis but mainly by making sure she is always a step ahead, particularly when it comes to the journey and success of her IWM clients.
Maureen’s list of attainments include:
- A Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting through UNISA and Honours through UKZN
- A Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning through the University of Free State, and
- Maureen is also a member of both the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) and the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa (FPI)
Before qualifying as a Chartered Accountant, Maureen served her Articles through Coopers and Lybrand (now known as PricewaterhouseCoopers). She then became an Audit Manager, later heading up the Financial Services division. Maureen was also a Director at Coopers and Lybrand and PSG Independent Consulting (Pty) Ltd (a subsidiary of PSG) all whilst maintaining a skilled swing for a good round of golf.
To talk about a round of golf with Maureen and find out how to start your personalised investment portfolio contact us on +27 (87) 150 9848 or email Maureen at maureena@iwm.co.za.
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Shaun Matthews
Director | Financial Planner | CFP®️ Professional
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Director of our subsidiary company, Independent Wealth Managers (Advisory) (Pty) Ltd, Shaun has been with Independent Wealth Managers since 2007. Shaun is an avid sports fanatic. When he is not on the side-line of the sports field cheering his children on, he can be found developing relationships with his clients entrenched in trust, honesty, and integrity.
Shaun’s list of attainments include:
- A Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) through the University of Natal
- A Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning through the University of Free State, and
- Shaun is also a Member of both the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) and the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa (FPI).
Before qualifying as a Chartered Accountant in 2007, Shaun served his Articles through PricewaterhouseCoopers.
To sit down with Shaun to discuss the rivalry between Liverpool and Manchester United or to find out how he can assist you in optimising your financial security, contact us on +27 (87) 150 9848 or email Shaun at shaunm@iwm.co.za
Jenna Von Mollendorff
Director | Financial Planner | CFP®️ Professional
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Director of our subsidiary company, Independent Wealth Managers (Advisory) (Pty) Ltd, Jenna joined Independent Wealth Managers after her tertiary studies in 2009.
Jenna is an outright achiever, whether it be academic or athletic. One of her proudest moments is being awarded best overall student of her Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning. Jenna can also pride herself on her following academic achievements:
- A Bachelor of Commerce in Economics and Finance
- Honours in Economics through UKZN
- A Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning through the University of Free State, and
- Jenna is also a member of the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa (FPI).
When Jenna is not out running, she loves spending time with her husband and two daughters, whether it be bike riding around their estate, hiking through the forest, or watching a family movie together, she always feels like with her tribe, she can thrive.
A devoted mother and wife, she too devotes her time to growing her clients’ portfolios and financial standing. To find out how IWM and Jenna can help you in your path to success, contact us on +27 (87) 150 9848 or email Jenna at jennav@iwm.co.za
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Shivona Naidoo
Financial Planner | CFP® Professional
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Shivona joined Independent Wealth Managers in 2015 and proved herself to be an undeniable asset to the team. It is no secret that Shivona has a lot to boast about, (including being on the Ellen Degeneres show), but more importantly, her accolades include the following:
- A Bachelor of Business Science Degree in Finance and Economics
- A Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning
- An Advanced Diploma in Estate and Trust Administration through the University of Free State, and
- Shivona is also a member of the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa (FPI).
Not only is Shivona a CFP ® professional, but a trained professional in Indian Classical and Bollywood Dancing as well. You may not see the link between financial planning and dancing, but they do have a lot in common. Dancing, as does financial planning, takes motivation, discipline, confidence, and self-belief. Shivona has all these attributes and is dedicated to educating and advising clients on their financial affairs to ensure they obtain their financial goals.
If you would like Shivona to help you focus on your success and assist you in your financial journey contact us on +27 (87) 150 9848 or email Shivona at shivonan@iwm.co.za
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Byron Lourens
Financial Planner | CFP® Professional
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Living by the motto “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest” – Byron has invested his fair share by way of:
- A Bachelor of Commerce specialising in Financial (and Logistics) Management at the University of Stellenbosch
- Postgrad Diploma in Financial Planning through University of Stellenbosch Business school.
- An Advanced Diploma in Investment Planning though the University of Free State, whereby he received the Top Achiever award, and
- Byron is also a member of the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa (FPI).
Byron dived straight into the Financial Planning world where he now performs the role of a Financial Planner at IWM’s Cape Town branch.
Outside of his passion for assisting clients, Byron enjoys a relaxing spot of fly-fishing on weekends, braaing with friends, and a touch of golf.
To find out about Byron’s fishing hot spots or to let Byron focus on your financial success contact us on +27 (87) 150 9848 or email Byron at byronl@iwm.co.za
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Jolise Look
Financial Planner | CFP® Professional
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Jolise is a CFP® professional who has a Master’s Degree in Organisational Behaviour. Jolise has been a member of our team since 2011 and currently serves as a Financial Planner with passion and integrity.
She has strong organisational skills, which add great value to the team and her clients. Jolise loves being creative and innovative, and enjoys spending time with her family.
Jolise’s favourite saying is reflected in the enthusiastic way that she lives: “Live life to the full, because you never know when it is going to end.”
Vusi Nkomo
Financial Planner | CFP® Professional
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After obtaining a BCom in Financial Management (UNISA), Vusi went on to obtain his Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning while starting to gain experience in the industry through a boutique investment firm.
He joined the IWM team in 2021 and is passionate about entrepreneurship and books. He believes in getting the job done as quickly and accurately as possible. Vusi also enjoys sports and reading.
Phindile Klaas
Paraplanning Manager | CFP® Professional
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“We must stop expecting to have certainty; there is no certainty out there” – John Sanei. Phindile feels this best describes how she ended up as a young professional in the Financial Services Landscape.
Phindile describes her upbringing as follows, “I humbly reign from Hlabisa, a deep KZN rural and I was brought up within the heart of coal – Kriel, Mpumalanga. I am very ambitious, bold and my pursuit for inherent financial literacy for all is what drives me.”
Phindile obtained a BCom Accounting as well as a Postgraduate Diploma in Finance, Banking and Investment Management. She feels this has awakened the curiosity to assist her in discovering the abundant future.
She enjoys tough hiking trails, gym, reading futurist books and exploring anything “new”.
Haley Greeves
Paraplanner | CFP® Professional
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Haley obtained her Undergraduate Degree from the University of KwaZulu-Natal majoring in Finance and Economics. Thereafter, she obtained her Honours in Finance.
Haley has a passion for assisting people and helping them make valuable personal and financial decisions.
Family and friends play an important role in her life, she learns so much from them every day and they have shaped her into the person she is today. She enjoys watching movies, swimming, and learning as much as she can about investing.
Khaya November
Paraplanner | CFP ® Professional
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Khaya was born and bred in a small town called Odendaalsrus in the Free State.
He began his academic career in 2018 by completing a Bachelor of Commerce in Finance through the University of Johannesburg. Thereafter, he went on to obtain a Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning through Nelson Mandela University. He has now embarked on a professional career in financial planning.
Khaya began his career through the ASISA IFA Internship programme which equipped him with skills, motivation and knowledge to be an outstanding value adding professional; passionate about money management and assisting people in achieving their financial goals.
In his free time, he likes to watch documentaries about astronomy, deep sea creatures and a variety of educational topics.
Khadija Ahmed Ally
Paraplanner | CFP ® Professional
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Sbo Chonco
Paraplanner
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“The greatest moments in life are not concerned with selfish achievements but rather with the things we do for people we love and esteem” – Walt Disney. This quote is what defines me at my core. I find value in being helpful to other people. I am a very empathetic person who dreams of making the world, a better place.
My academic achievements include:
- Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Economics) through the University of KwaZulu Natal.
- BCOM Honours degree in Finance also through UKZN.
In my spare time, I enjoy watching all types of sports (soccer mostly!) and spending time with my loved ones. I am also very passionate about music which is a universal language understood by most.
Samke Sikobi
Paraplanner | Paraplanner
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Samke studied at the University of KwaZulu-Natal and obtained a Bachelor of Commerce in Finance and Economics, and a Postgraduate diploma in Financial Planning.
Samke’s career in the financial services industry began in 2022, as a trainee paraplanner. She
proudly joined IWM as a paraplanner in early 2024.
Samke’s most important job remains being a mom to her son. Outside of work, Samke loves spending quality time with family, exploring, watching educational documentaries, and taking morning walks on the beach. She is also an animal lover, and enjoys horse riding and playing with her dogs.
“Life is a succession of moments. To live each one is to succeed.”- Coreta Kent
Raeesa Reyazuddin
Paraplanning Assistant
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Raeesa studied at the University of South Africa and obtained a Higher Certificate in Adult Basic Education and Training (ABET) in 2012 and a Bachelor’s Degree in Education (B.Ed) in 2017.
Although she is an educator by profession, her passion for helping people and providing professional excellence has led her to the financial industry.
Raeesa is our global new business specialist and has an extensive knowledge of the various aspects of investing Offshore.
In her spare time, Raeesa enjoys being outdoors, exploring nature and spending quality time with her friends and family.
Vebashnee Naidoo
Admin Manager
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Vebashnee began her career in the insurance industry in 2010 as an administrator, over the years she has gained extensive knowledge which has enabled her to broaden her horizons within the industry.
Although Vebashnee assists in a broad range of our services, she is our Assurance and Structured Product specialist due to her exceptional expertise and knowledge in these areas. She is a loyal, honest and hardworking individual who strives for excellence in her role on a daily basis.
She is very family orientated and her family means the world to her, every spare moment is spent with her little boy.
Sharron Matthews
Estates / Administrator
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Sharron spent 17 years in the Recycling Industry, where she was involved with the exporting of recyclable materials. She was a Personal Assistant and dealt with many local and abroad clients; this paved the way for her passion for communicating with clients.
She joined Independent Wealth Managers in 2016, having not been in the Industry before, she embraced the new challenge and takes pride in the efficient level of service that she sets her mind too.
Sharron is an integral part of the admin team, with her exceptional experience and knowledge across the broad aspects of our business, she plays a large role in training of new team members and interns. She also is our Estate specialist, assisting families and lawyers with the challenging and indicate process for a smooth transfer of assets as per our clients wishes.
Sharron loves spending time with her family and her granddaughter is the apple of her eye.
Zandrie Fourie
Client Service Manager
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Zandrie is incredibly passionate about dealing with our clients. She sets out each day, striving to grow personally and strengthen relationships with all clients she communicates with.
Zandrie studied in Cape Town and obtained her National Diploma in Business Administration. Zandrie is a long-standing member of our team, having worked as the administration manager in Durban for many years. On relocating to Bloemfontein, we were fortunate enough to retain Zandrie, working out of her remote office as our Client Service Manager.
Friends and family are her pillar in life and she is very close to them. She enjoys braai’s and spending quality time with friends and family as well as daily walks and the outdoors.
Jennifer Sole
New Business / Administrator
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Jenny began her career in the financial industry and during this time she obtained diploma’s in management and practical accounting. Jenny has also achieved her health and safety officer diploma.
This career path has given Jenny the opportunity to work in different industries enabling her to gain valuable insight into business operations.
Jenny is our local new business specialist in our team, having worked across a broad range of our services, she has gained an extensive knowledge into the processing of financial services.
Jenny is passionate about advocating for animal rights as she believes in speaking for the voiceless. Bird watching and a beach walk with her fur-baby are high on her “things to do list”.
Symoene Govender
Offshore / Administrator
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Symoene has been in the financial services industry for over 5 years and has dedicated herself to assist people with their financial decisions. She believes that her responsible and accountable work ethic is her footprint.
Symoene is family oriented and this drives her in achieving her goals in life.
She is determined to further studies and to gain in-depth knowledge of the financial services industry.
Who else does not love the fresh breeze of the ocean? That is her sanctuary when she is not all cuddled up with her fur baby at home! Symoene enjoys watching soccer, specifically The Red Devils, and playing volleyball.
“If you want to be successful you have to jump, there’s no way around it. If you’re safe, you’ll never soar. “ – Steve Harvey.
Jamie-Lee Cupido
Administrator
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Jamie-Lee started her career in the Banking Industry, gaining experience in various divisions including being a Banker, an HR Administrator, the Marketing and Coordinator of KZN as well as the Personal Assistant to the Head of the Region.
In 2020, she joined our team and the Financial Services Industry, which she is thoroughly enjoying and looking forward to growing through experience and further studies.
Jamie is a proud mother, and loves spending time with her family and friends, creating new
memories. She enjoys travelling, eating out and watching movies.
Nothando Mthembu
Administrator | Administrator
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Nothando is inspired by Warren Buffett’s words, “Don’t save what is left after spending, spend what is left after saving.” As a young professional in the financial planning industry, she is dedicated to promoting financial literacy and is passionate about making a positive impact in the financial industry.
With a strong academic background in Finance and Supply Chain Management, she holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) and a Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning from the same institution.
Outside of her professional pursuits, she enjoys reading, baking, and spending quality time with loved ones. She also explores her creative side through painting.
Chantelle van der Westhuizen
Administrator
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Chantelle began her career in the insurance industry as an administrator in 2004. In 2023, she joined Independent Wealth Managers (IWM), where she thoroughly enjoys collaborating with the talented team at IWM.
Outside of work, she is a dedicated mother to three children and three fur babies. A native Capetonian, she is, ironically, a proud supporter of the Blue Bulls rugby team.
“I believe that great things in business are never accomplished by one person; they are achieved by a team of people.” – Steve Jobs
Verusha Pakkiri
Finance / Commissions
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Verusha holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, and joined IWM in 2023.
With a background in banking and a decade of experience in accounting and auditing, Verusha provides IWM with invaluable support in finance, commissions, and auditing.
She is married and is a mother of two daughters. In her free time, Verusha enjoys films, reading, and occasionally experimenting in the culinary arts.
Nokwazi Shezi
Reviews
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Nokwazi joined Independent Wealth Mangers in 2004, after obtaining her National Diploma in Office Management and Technology.
Nokwazi is passionate about client services, and loves working with people. She is open minded and independent.
She is a wife and a mother of 3 handsome boys, she loves God with all her heart.
Primrose Mzobe
Reviews
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Primrose began her career in Rosebank College, completing a Diploma in Accounting and Financial Computing (DAFC). She joined the Independent Wealth Managers team in 2012.
She has a passion for preparing reports and updates for our clients as well as working with the rest of our team members.
Her family and friends are very important to her, in addition, she enjoys spending time exercising at the gym or going for a run.
Cynthia Ngcobo
Office Assistant
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Cynthia joined the Independent Wealth Managers team in 2006 as part of the Administration team.
She is passionate about assisting the team with improving and enhancing efficiencies and record keeping. She is always willing to jump in and assist the various areas of the business when things get busy.
She enjoys listening to music and watching television and adores her family.
