People and Companies

ASTUTE appoints new Chairman to the board and announces executive changes

GCI targets growth with appointment of Paula Berrow

GCI has appointed Paula Berrow as Head of Growth for GCI Wealth, with a mandate to grow the division’s footprint. Berrow has worked in the financial services industry since 1985, and has held leadership roles in sales, training and new business development for blue-chip companies.

Cry the beloved country; South Africa, our land!

The title of Alan Paton’s 1948 novel, Cry the beloved country, resonates with South Africa and all true South Africans today. It is difficult, if not impossible, to hold back our tears of desperation and sadness, and our cries of anger and frustration, as our country burns. Yes, our beautiful country has walked a tough path over the years; but events unfolding around Durban, Johannesburg and other parts of the country since Sunday must qualify as a new low. The team at FAnews has been deeply moved by the graphic footage, sound clips and phone calls from our loved ones, readers and the media, and would like to extend words of comfort and courage to each of you.

Eleanor Bucks appointed Lloyd’s Chief Investment officer

Lloyd’s today announced that Eleanor Bucks will be joining the Corporation in the newly created role of Chief Investment Officer, which will build and lead Lloyd’s new investment platform for the market.