Our Team
Peter Hewett, CFP®
Managing Director / Executive Head Johannesburg
Peter has operated in the financial services industry for 33 years and established Hewett Wealth in 2016. He holds a B.Econ, a CAIB(SA) and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® and is also a winner of the FPI Financial Planner of the Year Award. He is married to Erika and they have two wonderful sons, Ashley and Andrew.
Ryan McCaughey, CFP®
Director / Executive Head Western Cape
Ryan has extensive experience in the investment industry for over 13 years and joined Hewett Wealth in 2017. He holds a B.Com, a B.Com (Hons) and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® and is also a winner of the 2021 FPI Financial Planner of the Year Award. Ryan resides in Cape Town with his wife Ashleigh and twins Noah & Saige.
Jean Le Roux, CFP®
Director / Executive Head Operations
Jean was approached by Peter Hewett in 2016 to join Hewett Wealth as a paraplanner and was promoted to Executive Head of Operations in 2017. He holds a B.Com Finance and completed his honours degree in Financial Planning and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® . In his spare time, he enjoys the outdoors, especially birding.
Erik Pieterse, CFP®
Executive Head Pretoria
Erik has been actively practicing as a financial advisor since 2012 and holds a B.Com degree in marketing, a post graduate diploma in financial planning and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® . Erik joined Hewett Wealth in 2020 as a financial advisor, establishing the Pretoria branch of the business.
Matthys Brits
Head: Internal Desk
Matthys started his career in the Financial Services industry in early 2013 and joined Hewett Wealth in 2018. He currently fills the role of para-planner and internal financial advisor while studying toward his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® qualification on a part-time basis. He is involved in various volunteer and outreach programs.
Brendan Dunn, CFP®
Financial Advisor
Brendan obtained a BCom Honours degree in Accounting Sciences, is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® and registered as a Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) in 2016 before joining Hewett Wealth in 2023. He lives with his wife Jacqui and daughter Kylee and has completed multiple Comrades Marathons.
Loréal Howard, CFP®
Para-Planner
Loréal Howard is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® with a Postgraduate degree in Financial Planning and over eight years of experience as a Para-Planner. Outside of work, Loréal enjoys hands-on creativity through DIY projects and cherishes quality time gardening with her family.
Karmen Vlok
Executive Support & Para-Planner
Karmen holds a BCom. degree in Financial Planning and is currently furthering her expertise by pursuing a Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning. When she’s not diving into financial planning or brainstorming ideas, she enjoys spending time in nature and discovering new coffee spots around the city.
Delicia De Villers
Head of Administration
Delicia obtained a certificate as an Executive PRO Secretary. In 2019 Delicia joined the Hewett Wealth team where she plays an important role in the administration process. Delicia is an avid nature and outdoor person, she enjoys hiking, camping, gardening and tennis on weekends.
Insaaf Gallow
Client Administrator
Insaaf brings extensive experience in administration, insurance, client services, underwriting and banking to her role as Client Administrator and Financial Advisor Assistant. She holds Higher Certificates in Banking and Financial Services and Human Resource Management, and is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Business Administration. In her spare time, she enjoys exploring nature and spending time with her family.
Suleila Petersen
Client Administrator
Suleila matriculated from Riverlea High School. With a brief stint in Banking and retail promotions, she found her niche in the Insurance Industry in 1996. She joined Hewett Wealth in December 2022 as a Client Administrator. With over 30 years of experience in various insurance companies and client services, she brings with her a wide range of knowledge. She enjoys, Camping, reading, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.
Zaida Toefy
Para-Planner
Zaida joined Hewett Wealth in March 2024 as a Para-planner. With a background spanning over a decade, she has extensive experience in the industry. Her proactive approach, coupled with her dedication to staying abreast of industry developments, makes her a valuable asset to the Hewett Wealth team. She enjoys long distance running and road cycling and when indoors, enjoys a good movie.
Mary-Anne De Klerk
Client Administrator
Mary-Anne joined Hewett Wealth Pretoria in September 2021 as a Client Administrator. Her work is her passion and will always continue to be a most valuable Administrative Assistant and thrives on Client Services. She enjoys cooking, baking and doing needlework.