Fedhealth appoints new Chairman

Phil Hemus

Phil Hemus has been appointed as the new Chairman of Fedhealth effective 28 July 2012. Hemus succeeds Johann van Vuuren who completed his term as Chairman.

With more than 25 years financial experience, Hemus was elected a Trustee of Fedhealth in 1999 and has played an integral role in steering the scheme on its current growth track. He is also a member of the Fedhealth Remuneration and Nomination Committee and the Managed Healthcare Committee. Prior to his appointment as Chairman he was Chairman of the Investment Committee. His considerable experience also includes the role of Trustee and Principal Officer of the Investec Group Provident Fund and Investec Limited Pension Fund from 1999 to 2004. In addition to his involvement in many non profit organisations, he is also Chairman of the Finance Committee at Uplands College.

Hemus currently practices as a Life and Business coach and holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from UNISA, an Associate Diploma from the South African Institute of Bankers and a Professional Coaching Certificate from the UCT Graduate School of Business. He is also a member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).