Fred van Niekerk is an accomplished wealth management executive with over two decades of experience spanning international markets.
He grew up on a farm in the Breede River Valley in the Western Cape, was schooled at Paarl Boys High and then completed a Bcomm degree at Stellenbosch University.
Fred began his career in 2001 as a Private Wealth Manager in the United Kingdom, he rapidly distinguished himself through exceptional performance, consistently ranking among the top advisors for 11 consecutive years. His remarkable leadership abilities led to his appointment as Area Manager for Southern England—the youngest professional to hold this position in the company’s history.
Upon returning to South Africa, Fred leveraged his extensive international expertise to establish himself as a thought leader in global wealth management. In his current role as GM for Carrick International, he drives strategic initiatives while cultivating a high-performing team culture focused on delivering sophisticated, objectives-aligned financial solutions for high-net-worth clients.
Fred brings a dynamic combination of strategic vision, proven leadership, and deep technical expertise to his role.
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Fred lives in Somerset West, Cape Town, with his wife Nicki and two sons. He loves to spend time fishing with his boys, watching rugby and carpentry.