Desmond Smith
Chairman at Stellenbosch Institute For Advanced Study
Network origin in Desmond Smith first degree
| Entity | Entity type | Industry | |
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| Public Company | Property/Casualty Insurance | 26 | |
| Private Company | Medical/Nursing Services | 18 | |
Sanlam Life Insurance Ltd.
 Sanlam Life Insurance Ltd. Investment ManagersFinance Sanlam Life Insurance Ltd. provides life insurance services. It offers life, funeral cover, disability cover, income protection, critical illness insurance products, medical aid, gap cover insurance vehicle, house contents, building and all risk insurance products. The company was founded in 1918 and is headquartered in Bellville, South Africa.
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| Subsidiary | Investment Managers | 17 |
RGA Reinsurance Company of South Africa Ltd.
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| Subsidiary | 1 | |
Innovus Tegnologie Oordrag (Pty) Ltd.
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| Private Company | 1 | |
Plexus Holdings (Pty) Ltd.
 Plexus Holdings (Pty) Ltd. Investment ManagersFinance Plexus Holdings (Pty) Ltd. is a private company based in South Africa that is currently under construction. The South African company's website, plexus.co.za, will be relaunched soon. For any further information, interested parties can contact info@plexus.co.za or info@plexuswealth.co.za for any Plexus Wealth enquiries. The company was founded by Prieur du Plessis.
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| Private Company | Investment Managers | 1 |
Clover Danone Beverages Ltd.
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| Subsidiary | 1 | |
The Road Accident Fund
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| Government | 1 |
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Companies connected to Desmond Smith via their personal network
| Company | Sector | Related people | Main position |
|---|---|---|---|
Sanlam Investment Holdings Ltd.
 Sanlam Investment Holdings Ltd. Investment ManagersFinance Part of Sanlam Ltd., Sanlam Investment Holdings Ltd. is a South African company that provides investment management and consulting services. The private company is based in Cape Town, South Africa. | Investment Managers | Christiaan Gerhardus Swanepoel | Chairman Director/Board Member Human Resources Officer Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member |
| REMGRO LIMITED | Financial Conglomerates | Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| MTN GROUP LIMITED | Wireless Telecommunications | Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Gencor Ltd.
 Gencor Ltd. Other Metals/MineralsNon-Energy Minerals Gencor Ltd. engages in the mining of minerals. The company was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in Parktown, South Africa. | Other Metals/Minerals | Director of Finance/CFO Corporate Officer/Principal | |
VenFin Pty Ltd.
 VenFin Pty Ltd. Investment ManagersFinance VenFin Ltd. (VenFin) is an independent South African investment firm which was formed in 2000 when Johann Rupert restructured Rembrandt Group Ltd. VenFin focuses on high-growth investment opportunities, aiming to add value to investments through their close relationships with the Rupert group, as well as through their networks of formal and informal alliances with venture capitalists in major global markets. They also provide treasury services, other facilities and financial and risk management services on a voluntary participation basis to their investee companies. Based in Stellenbosch, the firm has created the InVenFin fund to assess and invest in unique early-stage intellectual property opportunities in South Africa. They are a responsible corporate citizen which donates to a variety of community development, entrepreneurship and training, sport development, health care and environmental programs. | Investment Managers | Director/Board Member Director of Finance/CFO | |
| SANTAM LTD | Multi-Line Insurance | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Human Resources Officer Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Corporate Secretary Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| ASPEN PHARMACARE HOLDINGS LIMITED | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Distell Group Ltd.
 Distell Group Ltd. Beverages: AlcoholicConsumer Non-Durables Distell Group Ltd. engages in the production and marketing of alcoholic brands. It offers wines, spirits, ciders, and ready to drink alcoholic beverages. The company is headquartered in Stellenbosch, South Africa. | Beverages: Alcoholic | Director/Board Member Chairman Director/Board Member | |
| University of Oxford | College/University | Graduate Degree Doctorate Degree | |
Klinik Hirslanden AG
 Klinik Hirslanden AG Hospital/Nursing ManagementHealth Services Klinik Hirslanden AG operates hospitals and provides health care services. Its equipment include diagnostic instruments like interventional radiology, computer tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance (MRI) devices. The firm offers cardiology, neurology, gynecology, oncology, gastroenterology, orthopedics and physiotherapy services. The company was founded in 1932 and is headquartered in Glattpark, Switzerland. | Hospital/Nursing Management | Director/Board Member Chairman Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Chief Operating Officer | |
Genbel Securities Ltd.
 Genbel Securities Ltd. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Part of Sanlam Ltd., Genbel Securities Ltd. is a closed-end investment fund. The private company is based in Johannesburg, South Africa. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Thebe Investment Corp.
 Thebe Investment Corp. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Thebe Investment Corp. operates as an investment management company with interests in financial services, entertainment and leisure, information technology, property, education, and healthcare sectors. The company was founded by Enos Mabuza and Vusumuzi Phillip Khanyile in July 1992 and is headquartered in Randburg, South Africa. | Financial Conglomerates | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Credit Guarantee Insurance Corporation of Africa Ltd.
 Credit Guarantee Insurance Corporation of Africa Ltd. Regional BanksFinance Credit Guarantee Insurance Corp. of Africa Ltd. provides underwriting services in the field of domestic and export credit insurance. It offers domestic and export trade credit insurance and bonds and surety. The company was founded in 1956 and is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa. | Regional Banks | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Channel Life Ltd.
 Channel Life Ltd. Life/Health InsuranceFinance Channel Life Ltd. provides life insurance services. Its product range includes employee benefit, investment and life solutions. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Houghton, South Africa. | Life/Health Insurance | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| GRINDROD LIMITED | Marine Shipping | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| University of Pretoria | College/University | Corporate Officer/Principal Undergraduate Degree | |
| University of Cape Town | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Corporate Officer/Principal Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| University of Basel | College/University | Doctorate Degree Doctorate Degree | |
| University of South Africa | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Doctorate Degree | |
| University of Stellenbosch | College/University | Corporate Officer/Principal Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree Chairman Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin | |
| KRUGERRAND | General Government | Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Sanlam Capital Markets Ltd.
 Sanlam Capital Markets Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Sanlam Capital Markets Ltd. engages in the provision of niche debt and equity financial engineering consultancy services. The company is headquartered in Dunkeld West, South Africa. | Financial Conglomerates | Christiaan Gerhardus Swanepoel | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member |
The South African Institute of Chartered Accountants
 The South African Institute of Chartered Accountants Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The South African Institute of Chartered Accountants is an organization based in South Africa. The South African company's main focus is not explicitly stated in the provided metadata, but it appears to offer online services to its members. Sithembiso Nomvalo has been the CEO of the private company since 2019. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Chairman | |
The Institute of Directors
 The Institute of Directors Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Institute of Directors provides informative events and professional development courses. The non-profit company is based in Johannesburg, South Africa. Parmesvari Natesan has been the CEO of the South African company since 2010. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Chairman Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Munich Reinsurance Company of Africa Ltd.
 Munich Reinsurance Company of Africa Ltd. Real Estate DevelopmentFinance Part of Münchener Rückversicherungs-Gesellschaft AG, Munich Reinsurance Company of Africa Ltd. is a private company based in Johannesburg, South Africa. | Real Estate Development | Chief Executive Officer Chief Executive Officer | |
Sanlam Personal Finance Ltd.
 Sanlam Personal Finance Ltd. Finance/Rental/LeasingFinance Part of Sanlam Ltd., Sanlam Personal Finance Ltd. provides financial services to individuals. The private company is based in Bellville, South Africa. The CEO of the South African company is Johann Jurie Strydom. | Finance/Rental/Leasing | Director/Board Member Chairman Director/Board Member Director of Finance/CFO Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
Shriram Capital Ltd.
 Shriram Capital Ltd. Investment ManagersFinance Shriram Capital Ltd. operates as a holding company with interest in providing financial planning services. It offers commercial vehicle finance services, life insurance, general insurance, chit funds, and retail stock broking services. The firm provides consumer and enterprise finance services, such as individual personal loans, asset purchase loans, small business loans, and loan against gold. It also offers wealth management advisory services in various asset classes, including equity, mutual fund, portfolio management, insurance, and structured and fixed income products. The company was founded in 1974 and is headquartered in Chennai, India. | Investment Managers | Director/Board Member Chairman Director/Board Member | |
| VODACOM GROUP LIMITED | Wireless Telecommunications | Director/Board Member President Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Sanlam Developing Markets Ltd.
 Sanlam Developing Markets Ltd. Insurance Brokers/ServicesFinance Part of Sanlam Ltd., Sanlam Developing Markets Ltd. is a financial services provider that offers insurance, investment, financial planning, and retirement advice to individuals, groups, and corporates. The private company is based in Johannesburg, South Africa. Sanlam Developing Markets has a team of specialist financial planners who are authorized to advise clients on a full range of financial solutions and work with them to achieve financial independence and sustainable wealth. | Insurance Brokers/Services | Director/Board Member Chairman Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Sanlam UK Ltd.
 Sanlam UK Ltd. Finance/Rental/LeasingFinance Sanlam UK Ltd. provides wealth planning and investment solutions. It offers investment planning, retirement, family protection, inheritance tax, mortgage, employee benefits advice, dynamic risk management, discretionary and advisory portfolio management, stockbroking services, and risk targeted model portfolios. The company was founded on April 24, 2008 and is headquartered in Bristol, the United Kingdom. | Finance/Rental/Leasing | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Chairman | |
MiWay Group Holdings (Pty) Ltd.
 MiWay Group Holdings (Pty) Ltd. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Part of Sanlam Ltd., MiWay Group Holdings (Pty) Ltd. is a South African company that provides financial services. The private company is based in Midrand, South Africa. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| University of Stellenbosch Business School. | College/University | Masters Business Admin Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Premier Team Holdings Ltd.
 Premier Team Holdings Ltd. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Premier Team Holdings Ltd. provides marketing services. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Saracens Ltd.
 Saracens Ltd. Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services Saracens Ltd. owns and operates sport club. The company is headquartered in London, the United kingdom. | Movies/Entertainment | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Kagiso Tiso Holdings (Pty) Ltd.
 Kagiso Tiso Holdings (Pty) Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Kagiso Tiso Holdings (Pty) Ltd. engages in the provision of investment services. It offers infrastructure, media, healthcare, resources and financial services. The company was founded on July 1, 2001 and is headquartered in Sandton, South Africa. | Financial Conglomerates | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| Medi-Clinic Switzerland AG | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | ||
SEACOM SA SPV Pty Ltd.
 SEACOM SA SPV Pty Ltd. Finance/Rental/LeasingFinance Seacom SA Spv (Pty) Ltd. owns and develops submarine fiber optic cable networks. The company is headquartered in Stellenbosch, South Africa. | Finance/Rental/Leasing | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Sanlam Emerging Markets (Pty) Ltd.
 Sanlam Emerging Markets (Pty) Ltd. Life/Health InsuranceFinance Sanlam Emerging Markets (Pty) Ltd. provides financial services. It offers life assurance, general insurance, and asset management services. The company is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa. | Life/Health Insurance | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
| Sanlam Customised Insurance Ltd. | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | ||
| Sanlam Employee Benefits | Christiaan Gerhardus Swanepoel | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Mediclinic Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd.
 Mediclinic Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd. Hospital/Nursing ManagementHealth Services Mediclinic Southern Africa Pty Ltd. operates multi-disciplinary acute care private hospitals. It provides health knowledge and programs. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Stellenbosch, South Africa. | Hospital/Nursing Management | Chairman Director of Finance/CFO | |
| Sanlam Credit Conduit Pty Ltd | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | ||
Ubuntu-Botho Investment Holdings Ltd.
 Ubuntu-Botho Investment Holdings Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Ubuntu-Botho Investment Holdings Ltd. functions as an investment holding South African company. The private company is based in Johannesburg, South Africa. | Financial Conglomerates | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Sanlam Capital Markets Pty Ltd.
 Sanlam Capital Markets Pty Ltd. Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Sanlam Capital Markets Pty Ltd. engages in the operation of an online platform for banking. The company is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa. | Internet Software/Services | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Sanlam Investment Holdings (UK) Ltd.
 Sanlam Investment Holdings (UK) Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Part of Sanlam Ltd., Sanlam Investment Holdings (UK) Ltd. is a British company that functions as an investment holding company. The private company is based in Bristol, UK. The company was founded in 2011. Jonathan Charles Polin has been the CEO of the company since 2015. | Financial Conglomerates | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Hirslanden AG
 Hirslanden AG Hospital/Nursing ManagementHealth Services Hirslanden AG owns and operates hospitals. The firm offers services in the areas of abdominal radiology, acupuncture, allergology and immunology, anaesthesiology, angiology, accident surgery, cardiac and thoracic vascular surgery. The company is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. | Hospital/Nursing Management | Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
| Genbel Securities Pty Ltd. | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | ||
| University of Johannesburg | College/University | Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree |
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| South Africa | 40 |
| United Kingdom | 6 |
| Switzerland | 5 |
| India | 2 |
| United Arab Emirates | 2 |
Sectoral
| Finance | 21 |
| Consumer Services | 10 |
| Health Services | 6 |
| Commercial Services | 4 |
| Communications | 3 |
Operational
| Director/Board Member | 562 |
| Independent Dir/Board Member | 119 |
| Chairman | 99 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 57 |
| Chief Executive Officer | 42 |
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| Jan Durand | 102 |
| Arun Kumar Sardari Duggal | 60 |
| Karabo Nondumo | 32 |
| Johan van Zyl | 32 |
| Yvonne Muthien | 29 |
| Paul Hanratty | 28 |
| Ian Tyler | 27 |
| Clement Booth | 26 |
| Seamus Keating | 24 |
| Roy Cecil Andersen | 23 |
| Kobus Möller | 23 |
| Franklin Abraham Sonn | 22 |
| Alan Grieve | 18 |
| Thomas Singer | 18 |
| Paul Richard Bradshaw | 17 |
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