Who are we?
Together, the Fairbairn Capital executive team lives and breathes the values of leadership through innovation, and strives daily to bring value-added solutions to customers. Our team has been handpicked to drive superior delivery and excellence, reflected in our finger-on-the-pulse service philosophy. It is these same qualities that guard our foremost position in the industry, and set us apart from our competitors.
An Introduction
- An exclusive offering with superior delivery
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Fairbairn Capital is one of Old Mutual's premier offerings, presenting the discerning investor with a range of sophisticated local and global investment solutions. As an investor, you can expect outstanding service and up-to-the-minute market and investment intelligence, with solutions tailored to your individual investment needs - all available through a single centre of investment excellence.
Our vision to dominate the investment cosmos is backed up by our innovative product solutions, market-leading technology and a team that has been handpicked to drive superior delivery and excellence, reflected in our finger-on-the-pulse service philosophy.
- Unique origins
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We owe our origins and vision to our founder, John Fairbairn, who established The Mutual Life Assurance Society of the Cape of Good Hope (now Old Mutual) on 17 May 1845. In his time, John Fairbairn was renowned for his unwavering commitment to progress and integrity - spotting and implementing trends that were to keep Old Mutual at the cutting edge of investment innovation. Today, we recognise his contributions, draw on his heritage and continue to uphold his values.
- Investment innovation and excellence
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At Fairbairn Capital, we embrace ongoing product innovation to enhance our existing investment expertise. Fundamentally, we are a people business driving single-premium investment innovation.
At Fairbairn Capital, we are able to offer you a compelling range of single-premium investment products with sophisticated, flexible and liquid investment features. Over the years, this elite product range has demonstrated consistent ability to create wealth for our many investors and, in so doing, continues to lead the field.
- Cutting-edge web functionality
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Committed to providing you with cutting-edge technology on an ongoing basis, our website is one of the most advanced in the investment industry. It will serve as your secure service channel 24/7. By registering online, you have access to daily economic indicators, enhanced fund information and performance figures, market intelligence as well as access to your Fairbairn Capital portfolio.
Last but not least, the executive team is committed to Fairbairn Capital’s quest for superior service and innovative solutions, ensuring that we continuously bring you maximum benefit. We will continue to provide you with the expert back-up, support and reassurance to stay the course through these turbulent times.
Executive Team
Alongside is a brief glimpse into our team of talented executives who together make us the powerful business that we are, each contributing an individual flavour and unique skills set.
Click on a photo to view each team member's profile.
Ursula Torr
Fairbairn Capital Product Manager, Cape Town based.
Equipped with an actuarial qualification, a wealth of knowledge gathered over the years in the investment industry and a keen eye for originality, Ursula really adds value to the Fairbairn Capital team. With her experience in product development, and now product marketing, her passion and creativity brings a fresh approach to the single premium space.
Risk comes from not knowing what you are doing
- Warren Buffet
San-Marie Crause
Retail Investment Product Development Actuary, Cape Town based.
Holding an actuarial qualification, Head Investment Development Actuary San-Marie is responsible for the development of Old Mutual’s current range of retail investment products. Her keen eye for detail and strong leadership capabilities have been invaluable in the delivery of market-leading innovations.
Successful investing is anticipating the anticipations of others.
- John Maynard Keynes
Warick Burke
Head of Technology, Cape Town-based.
Holding a BCom, Advanced Taxation Certificate (Hons), Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning as well as a Diploma in Object Orientated Design, Warick’s wide range of experience, investor insights and technology savvy complement the business well. To date, Warick brings to the business a wealth of experience (some 15 odd years) in the financial services, investments and technology arenas.
His particular expertise is exploring new ways to leverage off technology as a strategic enabler of the Fairbairn Capital investment business.
Hindsight is a perfect science, don’t second-guess your investment strategy! Defined goals, matched to clear long-term plans, will deliver your rewards.
- Own
Servaas Cillie
Head of Service Operations, Cape Town based.
Servaas holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Pretoria. With Servaas’ extensive experience in client service management, and now as Fairbairn Capital Operations Business Leader, his passion for effectively meeting customer needs will be invaluable. Building inspiring relationships and taking overall responsibility for the customer experience of Fairbairn Capital remains core to his team.
We enjoy the process far more than the proceeds.
- Warren Buffet
