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The Directors
Anil Govind
Group CEO
Introductory Profile
A visionary entrepreneur and CEO, with a (B.Com B.Acc, CA (SA)) and 32+ years’ experience, guiding businesses and clients to achieve double-digit returns and financial freedom, driven by his philosophy of Success, Love & Abundance and societal progress.
Matthew Lee
Executive Director
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Vibrant, innovative Chartered Accountant (B.Com B.Acc, CA (SA)) and entrepreneur. He is driven, calm under pressure, and team-oriented. Passionate about alternative assets and he helping clients build and achieve financial freedom. Interested in vintage sports cars, sports and spending quality time with family and friends.
Trevor Glassock
ISG CEO
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CEO at Innovate Solutions Group, guiding high-net-worth clients in investment, retirement, and estate planning. A CA (SA), CFP, with over 30 years of experience. He combines strategic insight with a love for golf and rugby, reflecting his passion for precision, discipline, and teamwork.
Innovate Employees
Jaishree Govind
Senior Financial Manager
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Senior Financial and Systems Manager with expertise in financial oversight, systems design implementation, and operational reporting optimisation. Known for strengthening internal processes, improving efficiency, and aligning financial management with effective systems-driven decision-making. Values a balanced, fulfilling, and purpose-driven approach to life.
Richard Louis
Wealth Planner
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Strategic Wealth Planner at Innovate Solutions Group, leveraging expertise across both traditional and alternative markets. Holds a BCom in Finance from the University of Johannesburg. Applies disciplined financial strategies while identifying growth opportunities to deliver transparent, client-focused solutions that support long-term wealth creation and sustainable financial goals
Xavier Magliolo
Senior Investment Analyst
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Senior Investment Analyst at Innovate Alternative Assets and Solutions. He holds a BCom in Accounting Sciences, with a dual major in Economics and Business Management. In his role, he is responsible for conducting due diligence, financial modelling, and risk analysis across both local and offshore investment opportunities, spanning a diverse range of alternative asset classes and sectors.
Brenda Chigwendere
Senior Compliance Officer
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Human Resource professional with an Honours qualification in Human Resource Development, bringing expertise in people development, governance, and compliance within alternative investments. Passionate about aligning people, processes, and regulatory standards to strengthen operational integrity, accountability, and ethical business practice.
Carla Lottering
Head of Marketing
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Creative, result driven Head of Marketing with a Bachelor of Arts in Corporate Communications degree and a Higher Certificate in Event Management. A passionate visual storyteller who enjoys brings concepts to life through design and strategy. Energetic, positive, and solution-focused, she enjoys solving technical challenges and learning new skills,
Matt Pon
Investment Analyst
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With a BCom in PPE and a BCom Honours in Economic Science from the University of the Witwatersrand, he brings a strong analytical and strategic foundation to the financial landscape. Complemented by 22 years as a competitive chess player, he has developed exceptional pattern recognition, forward-thinking strategy, and disciplined decision-making, qualities, giving him the sharp ability to analyse complex markets and identify high-value opportunities for clients.
Lungani Javu
Compliance
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Dedicated Compliance Administrator with over 11 years of experience in financial administration, specialising in compliance with SARS regulations for trusts, companies, and individuals. She is passionate about continuous learning, financial management, and helping organisations support stronger financial futures.
Shakeel Farred
Compliance
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A dedicated member of the compliance team with experience across the financial services, marketing, and retail sectors, he brings strong client service, attention to detail, regulatory awareness, and professionalism to support efficient and compliant business operations.
Nafeesah Jappie
Executive PA
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Executive assistant to three directors, (N4–N6) graduate and top achiever with an 83% academic average. Highly ambitious and detail-oriented, with a strong focus on efficiency, accuracy, and people-centered collaboration. Skilled at building relationships across all organizational levels to support effective teamwork and leadership.
Athenkosi Mkhotheli
Paraplanner
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Armed with a BCom in Finance and a BCom Honours in Financial Planning, he is passionate about transforming financial complexity into clarity through holistic planning, advancing financial literacy, and empowering individuals to make informed decisions to build long-term confidence, security, and financial wellbeing.