Our team
Meet the VEGA Asset Management team—a group of dedicated investment professionals with a passion for building long-term wealth through thoughtful, strategic investment planning. With decades of combined experience, we pride ourselves on delivering personalised service and tailored solutions to high net worth individuals (HNWI).
Our team’s expertise spans across various sectors and market conditions, enabling us to identify opportunities for growth while managing risk with precision. At VEGA, we believe in the power of collaboration and innovation, working together to help you achieve your investment goals with confidence.
Our team
Meet the VEGA Asset Management team—a group of dedicated investment professionals with a passion for building long-term wealth through thoughtful, strategic investment planning. With decades of combined experience, we pride ourselves on delivering personalised service and tailored solutions to high net worth individuals (HNWI).
Our team’s expertise spans across various sectors and market conditions, enabling us to identify opportunities for growth while managing risk with precision. At VEGA, we believe in the power of collaboration and innovation, working together to help you achieve your investment goals with confidence.
Navigating your investment horizon with our professionals
Francois du Plessis, CFP
Managing Director
Qualifications
- BCom (Hons) Investment Management
- BCom (Hons) Financial Planning
- MCom (Investment Management)
- Certified Financial Planner (CFP)
Memberships
- South African Institute of Stockbrokers (SAIS)
- Investment Analysts Society of South Africa (IASSA)
- Financial Planning Institute (FPI)
Experience
- VEGA Asset Management (2005 – present)
- PSG Securities (1999 – 2005)
- BoE Natwest Stockbrokers (1996 – 1999)
- Frankel Pollak Stockbrokers (1994 – 1996)
- First National Trust (1992 – 1994)
Miscellaneous
- Loves animals, reads history and collects art
Louis Storm, CFA
Portfolio Manager
Qualifications
- BCom (Hons) Investment Management
- Charted Financial Analyst (CFA)
Memberships
- Investment Analyst Society of South Africa (IASSA)
- CFA Institute
Experience
- VEGA Asset Management (2018 – present)
Miscellaneous
- Enjoy all sports and outdoor activities.
Louis Storm, CFA
Portfolio Manager
Qualifications
- BCom (Hons) Investment Management
- Charted Financial Analyst (CFA)
Memberships
- Investment Analyst Society of South Africa (IASSA)
- CFA Institute
Experience
- VEGA Asset Management (2018 – present)
Miscellaneous
- Enjoy all sports and outdoor activities.
Abrie Smit
Portfolio Manager
Qualifications
- BCom (Hons) Investment Management
- CFA level 3 candidate
Experience
- VEGA Asset Management (2019 – present)
Miscellaneous
- Passionate cook and enjoy playing all sports
Abrie Smit
Portfolio Manager
Qualifications
- BCom (Hons) Investment Management
- CFA level 3 candidate
Experience
- VEGA Asset Management (2019 – present)
Miscellaneous
- Passionate cook and enjoy playing all sports