Meet the team

Roland has over 20 years combined investment experience in investment consulting and multi-management. He joined SYm|mETRY Multi-Manager in January 2011 as Chief Investment Officer. When the business merged with the Acsis Research and Investment Management team to form Old Mutual Multi-Managers in 2013, he became Head of Customer and Product Management for the new business. In 2016, Roland founded Tailored Fund Portfolios, an Old Mutual Wealth capability that provides tailored discretionary fund management (DFM) services to the Independent Financial Advisor (IFA) market. Roland has an insurance science degree from the University of Pretoria, has passed his SAIFM Registered Persons Exams and is a CFA Charterholder and CFP® professional. He also received training in holdings-based investment analysis in London from StyleResearch and was trained in manager selection by Brockhouse Cooper Inc. in Montreal. Roland has been appointed as Head of Retail for Old Mutual Multi-Managers (OMMM) effective 1 September 2023, to oversee and grow the fund as well as the DFM proposition of Old Mutual Multi-Managers in the retail market. Roland was appointed Chief Investment Officer in July 2024 and is responsible for Old Mutual Multi-Managers’ investment strategy and process, as well as the management of investment team.

Suvira joined Old Mutual Multi-Managers on 1 August 2024 as Deputy Chief Investment Officer. Suvira holds a business science degree specialising in Analytics from the University of Cape Town. She is a CFA Charterholder and an academically qualified actuary, as a student of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries. Suvira joined Sanlam Multi-Manager in 2016 as part of their graduate program with primary responsibilities of manager research, largely on hedge funds. Over the years, her role progressed to include portfolio management. In 2020, she was promoted to Co-Head of Alternatives, where her responsibilities were extended to creating investment solutions involving the full opportunity set of Alternatives, including private equity, mezzanine debt, infrastructure, and private credit over and above hedge funds. In 2021 she took on the full role of Head of Alternatives, whilst continuing her responsibilities as portfolio manager to both the retail and institutional client bases. In 2023, she was appointed Co-Deputy CIO of Sanlam Multi-Manager, driving the strategic planning and execution of the investment process.  

Izak started his career at Old Mutual in Cape Town as an intern in the strategy team, before joining Old Mutual Corporate's business intelligence unit. He later became an investment analyst for Fairbairn Capital and when that business was absorbed into Old Mutual Wealth in 2013, he joined Old Mutual Multi-Managers as Investment Strategist. In this role, he was responsible for economic research and investment analysis that feeds into the tactical asset allocation process. He was appointed as Chief Investment Strategist in 2023 expanding his responsibilities across the broader Wealth business. Izak holds an MPhil in Politics, Philosophy and Economics from the University of Cape Town. He writes regular commentary on investment-related matters for clients and advisors, and is frequently quoted in the media.

Ameer began his career in Financial Services in 1998 and has since gained extensive industry experience, working for Metropolitan Asset Managers as a Portfolio Manager, Futuregrowth Asset Management as the Head of Quantitative Research and Peregrine Quant Asset Management as a Quantitative Analyst, among others. He has an MCom (Financial Management) and an MSc (Engineering).  Ameer joined the business in January 2012.  He is a published writer and regularly presents at investment conferences and to clients.

After starting her career as a marketing executive at Investment Solutions in 2003, Andreea joined Old Mutual Investment Group (SA) in 2006. In 2008, she moved to SYm|mETRY Multi-Manager to oversee the development and maintenance of products and then joined the investment team in mid-2010, where she was involved with manager research within the absolute return building block and was also responsible for the international strategy. In September 2011, she was promoted to head up global investments, a role she currently undertakes for Old Mutual Multi-Managers. She is a BCom Honours graduate and a CFA and CAIA Charterholder.

Nosibusiso, joined the Old Mutual Multi-Managers investment team in October 2017 looking after hedge funds. She is currently the Head of Property and Hedge.  Nosibusiso began her career in Financial Services in 2006, working for Absa Bank. In 2008 she joined Novare Actuaries and Consultants, as an Investment Analyst, where she built up extensive experience in manager research, fund selection and fund due diligence. In 2012 she was appointed as Fund Manager, where her responsibilities included maintaining relationships with key clients. In 2015 she joined the Novare Investments team as Portfolio Manager and in March 2016 she was promoted to Head of Research. Nosibusiso holds a Bachelor of Accounting and BCom. Honours (FAPM) degrees. 

Barry is the Head of Quants and is responsible for investment modelling and data management. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science and an Honours degree in Financial Risk Management (cum laude). These qualifications include mathematically rigorous courses on mathematical statistics, portfolio theory and risk modelling.

Shawn has accumulated close to nine years of experience in the investment industry, starting his career in financial services as a hedge fund accountant in 2006. He has since taken on various leadership and operations roles within the Asset Administration sector. He joined Old Mutual Asset Managers as a performance analyst in 2014 and was appointed in his current role in 2016. Shawn is a well-educated and accomplished professional and currently pursuing a PhD at the University of Stellenbosch Business School. He also holds a National Diploma in Cost Accounting from the Cape Peninsula University of Technology, a B.Com Honours degree in Finance and Investments from the University of the Western Cape, as well as an M.Com degree in Financial and Risk Management from the University of Cape Town.

Tintswalo joined Old Mutual Multi-Managers in 2022 as an Investment Analyst. He has worked in the investment industry for six years, and started his career as an Investment Analyst at Sanlam Multi Manager for four years and as an Equity Analyst for two years in the Sanlam Investment equities team. As part of the investment team, Tintswalo is responsible for the global equity portfolios.  He holds an MCom (in Corporate Finance and Valuations), a BBusSci (in Economics) and is a CFA Charterholder.

Bernadette joined Old Mutual Multi-Managers on 1 May 2024 as Chief Operating Officer. Bernadette has a MBA (Magna Cum Laude) from Vlerick Business School (Belgium) and has over 20 years of senior-level management experience, with deep and robust knowledge and expertise in operational and technical business solution delivery, risk management, process development, and technology implementation gained both locally and internationally.

Karen is currently the Head of Investment Operations at Old Mutual Multi-Managers. She is an astute and proven leader having held the position of Business Support Manager in the Old Mutual Income and Guaranteed Solutions business unit within Old Mutual Product Solutions. Karen joined Old Mutual in February 1991 and has held various senior positions within the business over the years. She holds a diploma in Personnel Management which is complemented by her extensive management experience.

Rauzeen was appointed Head of Operations for Old Mutual Multi-Managers in November 2015 and has the primary responsibility of ensuring that all day-to-day operations of the business run smoothly, while also providing strategic leadership and management to the operations function.  His previous work experience includes positions at a number of highly respected financial services organisations, including Investec Asset Management, Ovation Global Financial Services and Oasis Group Holdings.  Prior to joining Old Mutual Multi-Managers, Rauzeen was the Head of Retail and Institutional Client Services at Kagiso Asset Management. He has a BCom Accounting and a Claritas Investment Certificate from the CFA Institute.

Taruona leads the product team at Old Mutual Multi-Managers, leveraging his extensive experience in retirement funding and investment strategy. Previously, he advised Boards of Trustees, MANCOs, and members at OM Corporate, on achieving optimal retirement outcomes and understanding the implications of long-term investing. He also served as a product manager, where he developed and managed products to meet customer needs. Taruona holds MSc in Mathematics of Finance and BSc Honours in Financial Modelling degrees.

Phindo holds a bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science from the University of Cape Town. She is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charterholder, a testament to her proficiency and dedication to the highest standards of professionalism in the financial sector. With over a decade of experience in the financial services industry, Phindo has honed her skills across various areas, including product development, investment analysis and reporting as well as delivering data-driven and client-focused solutions.

Jo-Ann has built a versatile career since joining Old Mutual in 1997 in the employee benefits department. In her current role as Head of Customer Service and Reporting at Old Mutual Multi-Managers, her responsibilities include navigating customer enquiries, reporting and ensuring exceptional customer service. Jo-Ann holds a BCom Management degree from UNISA as well as a Claritas Investment Certificate and a Compliance Management Certificate from the University of Cape Town.

Naeema joined Old Mutual in 2013 when Acsis merged with Old Mutual Wealth and SYm|mETRY Multi-Manager as a Senior Associate Consultant. Her 28 years of financial industry experience was acquired in employee benefits administration and actuarial valuations of defined benefit funds, before joining Acsis in 2005. In her current role as Customer Support Specialist, she is responsible for customer enquiries, consultant support and overseeing various regulatory functions within Old Mutual Multi-Managers. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree and a Postgraduate Diploma in financial planning.

Rene joined Old Mutual Multi-Managers in October 2024 and is responsible for customer service, presentations, factsheets and reporting. She has over 14 years of experience in financial services including client relationship management, client service, operations and reporting, as well as risk administration. Rene holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree and a Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning.

Gadija joined Old Mutual in 1985 and held various positions within the organisation, including technical specialist in Old Mutual Income and Guaranteed Solutions and customer relationship consultant in Old Mutual Investment Administrators. In her currently role, she is responsible for producing monthly reports and presentations to existing and potential clients. 

Her passion for service excellence has earned her the privilege of two-time recipient of Old Mutual’s Service Excellence Disney Award in 2011 and 2015 respectively.  Gadija is committed to meeting client’s needs and is dedicated to upholding the Old Mutual Multi-Mangers customer promise.

Roland has over 20 years combined investment experience in investment consulting and multi-management. He joined SYm|mETRY Multi-Manager in January 2011 as Chief Investment Officer. When the business merged with the Acsis Research and Investment Management team to form Old Mutual Multi-Managers in 2013, he became Head of Customer and Product Management for the new business. In 2016, Roland founded Tailored Fund Portfolios, an Old Mutual Wealth capability that provides tailored discretionary fund management (DFM) services to the Independent Financial Advisor (IFA) market. Roland has an insurance science degree from the University of Pretoria, has passed his SAIFM Registered Persons Exams and is a CFA Charterholder and CFP® professional. He also received training in holdings-based investment analysis in London from StyleResearch and was trained in manager selection by Brockhouse Cooper Inc. in Montreal. Roland has been appointed as Head of Retail for Old Mutual Multi-Managers (OMMM) effective 1 September 2023, to oversee and grow the fund as well as the DFM proposition of Old Mutual Multi-Managers in the retail market. Roland was appointed Chief Investment Officer in July 2024 and is responsible for Old Mutual Multi-Managers’ investment strategy and process, as well as the management of investment team.

Kim has a proven track record of strategic leadership and over 20 years of experience in financial services, spanning portfolio management and analysis, investment solutions, and distribution.

Kim oversees the development and implementation of Old Mutual Multi-Managers' client value propositions and investment strategies for the retail market. Her focus is on improving our service delivery to clients and planners, ensuring a consistent approach across model portfolio and fund solutions.

Kim holds a BCom Honours degree in Finance from the University of the Western Cape and an MBA in Finance from Stellenbosch Business School.

Evan heads up new business development for Tailored Fund Portfolios nationally. He holds a B.Com Financial Management and Advanced Post Graduate Diploma in Investments, and is responsible for the growth of adviser take-up of the proposition.

Ubayd is responsible for investment decisions in the team, including manager research, asset allocation, model portfolio design and management. Ubayd is also responsible for client analysis and investment reportbacks. He has a B.Com Honours in Financial Analysis and Portfolio Management and is a CFA® Charterholder.

Vandana’s key responsibility areas include portfolio operations, restructures and rebalancing and performance reporting. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from UCT and a Bachelor of Commerce Honours degree in Accounting from UKZN. She is a registered Associate General Accountant [AGA (SA)] with SAICA. Vandana has 9 years of industry experience.

Shanthan joined Old Mutual Multi-Managers in 2022. Previously working as a hedge fund risk manager, he joined the team as an Investment Analyst.

As part of the investment team, Shanthan leads the function for the DFM, responsible for market and client investment analysis. He completed his Bachelor of Commerce at UCT, and is a CFA Charter holder.

Izak is responsible for economic research and investment analysis that feeds into the tactical asset allocation process for Tailored Fund Portfolios. Izak holds an MPhil in Politics, Philosophy and Economics from the University of Cape Town.

Andrew has over 26 years of experience in investments ranging from investment product development for both life companies and asset managers to consulting on all aspects of investment strategy to retirement funds and other institutions. He has served on various trustee boards and management committees of retirement funds and is the Chairman of the Investments Committee of the Actuarial Society of South Africa. Andrew is a regular speaker on retirement and investment matters at industry events and conferences. He holds a B.Sc. (Hons) and is a Fellow of the Actuarial Society of South Africa (FASSA) and the Faculty of Actuaries ( FFA).

Melanie has been the Finance Manager for Old Mutual Multi-Managers since January 2014, shortly after the merger of the SYm|mETRY Multi-Manager and Acsis Research and Investment teams.  She started her career with Old Mutual in 2010 at which time she oversaw the Life Fund investment reporting and financial reporting for South Africa's largest retirement annuity fund, SARAF, as well as the Fixed Bond product reporting. Prior to this, she completed her articles at PricewaterhouseCoopers before progressing to the position of audit manager, which involved servicing clients in the financial services industry, including retirement funds, medical schemes and investment managers. She is a qualified chartered accountant, registered with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants.

Lezanne was appointed as Data Manager responsible for the daily management of the data capability for Old Mutual Multi-Managers in 2022. She joined SYm|mETRY Multi-Manager as a Business Analyst in April 2012, after spending the first two years of her career as a Business Analyst in the Small Business division at Absa Bank Limited. Lezanne filled the position of Project Manager at Old Mutual Multi-Managers (renamed from SYm|mETRY Multi-Manager in 2014) from 2016 to 2021. She has a BCom degree in Management as well as a Postgraduate Degree in Management from the University of the Western Cape.