THE TEAM
Meet our team
We believe in personalised service, and therefore carefully selected a team of professionals who are committed to delivering exceptional results. Each team member brings a unique set of skills, experience, and perspectives, allowing us to provide tailored financial advice and solutions that truly meet the needs of our clients.
As a small, dynamic team, we value close collaboration – both within our team and with our clients. This close-knit approach enables us to offer a level of personal service that sets us apart from larger firms.
HENDRÉ DE VRIES
Wealth Manager & Financial Advisor
His practical, hands-on approach, combined with his deep knowledge of financial markets, helps him guide individuals toward achieving their financial goals. Hendré values long-term relationships and takes pride in coaching his clients through their financial planning journeys.
An enthusiastic sports enthusiast and proud father of quadruplets, Hendré enjoys supporting his children on the school sports fields during weekends.
ANCIA VAN DER MESCHT
Operational Director
As operational director, she oversees the firm’s daily activities and ensures that the business operates smoothly. She, furthermore, ensures that the firm complies with legislation and regulations applicable to the financial services industry. Ancia’s ability to balance vision with attention to detail is key to the proactive and professional management of RPS International.
When she’s not working, Ancia enjoys gardening, community involvement, and giving back to others.
ANNEMARIE TERBLANS
Investment Administrator
Outside of work, Annemarie loves hiking and exploring scenic trails, whether in the mountains or on the beach. She also enjoys unwinding with a good book.
JANINE SMITH
Investment Administrator
When she’s not working, she enjoys cooking, spending quality time with her family, and is a passionate rugby enthusiast.
MALIZE STEENKAMP
Personal & Financial Assistant
When not at work, Malize enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, reading, and going to the beach.
A founder with vision
Braam van der Mescht, the founder of RPS International, established the family-owned business in 1979. With his visionary leadership and extensive experience as an investment manager, he built the company into the respected, independent boutique investment firm it is today. His deep understanding of financial markets and focus on proven investments played a key role in the firm’s success.
Throughout his career, Braam made sure to pass on his successful investment philosophy to the team. His ability to identify opportunities, manage risk, and stay informed through ongoing market research, became core principles at RPS International.
Even as Braam approached retirement, he thoughtfully planned for a seamless transition, preparing the next generation of leaders. Today, they continue to manage RPS International with the same dedication to prioritising the firm’s clients’ best interests, just as Braam did.
