Voices of Leaderex: Insights from the Frontline
“As advisors, we are still only scratching the surface of our reach to the general population.”
The Advisor Perspective
Leaderex 2023 was a transformative experience for both consumers and professionals. Wynand du Toit, CFP®, noted a surprising trend: many visitors were eager to jump into property investment despite lacking basic financial foundations like a will, estate plan, or emergency fund. This “eye-opener” underscores the urgent need for proper advice intervention before individuals fall into dubious schemes.
Thulisile Nkomo, CFP®, highlighted the “keenness” of attendees during one-on-one sessions, proving that South Africans are hungry for financial knowledge when provided with a safe, professional platform.
The Impact of Death
Nikki Bush shared a vulnerable look at how death reshapes family finances, offering a vital checklist to ensure loved ones aren’t left in administrative chaos.
Kids & Money
Lelané Bezuidenhout spoke on the importance of modeling financial stewardship for children, teaching them that “kids learn what they live.”
Business Succession
Ricardo Teixeira emphasized that an exit strategy is just as important as sales or marketing for any business owner looking to leave a legacy.
The Attendee Experience
From students embarking on their PostGrad diplomas to millennials rethinking their “live in the present” mindset, the impact of the FPI auditorium was profound:
- “I am single with no dependents and didn’t see it necessary at this stage… but I definitely see the importance after Nikki’s talk.” — Dudu
- “I loved that I got to speak about Stokvels… stressing on the importance of unity in commUNITY.” — Mulalo Nemataheni, CFP®
- “Usually these events are boring… but this was a well-planned, thoughtful, worthwhile event.” — Kim
Don’t Miss Leaderex 2026
Ready to future-proof your life? Join us for the next Leaderex event on September 8th & 9th, 2026. Experience world-class advice and practical financial tools first-hand.
Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa
Expanding the reach of professional financial planning to all South Africans.
