Irma Jacobsz is an accomplished educator, corporate leader and life coach with a deep-rooted passion for empowering others through personal, leadership and financial education. Born in the Free State and raised in Gauteng, she matriculated from Middelburg High School before completing her Degree in Education. Her career spans both the corporate and education sectors, beginning with leadership roles at Metropolitan and Sanlam, where she gained extensive experience in the financial services industry and developed a strong understanding of financial literacy and client empowerment. Irma later returned to the education environment when she joined Citizen Leader Lab (formerly Partners for Possibility), contributing to leadership development across South African schools. With additional qualifications in soft skills, life insurance and a Diploma in Life Coaching—her most valued credential—Irma brings a holistic, human-focused approach to growth and development. She is passionate about equipping individuals not only with leadership capabilities but also with the financial understanding needed to make informed, confident decisions.
Guided by the discipline and resilience she learned through sport, Irma believes in continuous improvement, purposeful action and creating meaningful impact in every space she serves.
Our Partners
Unum Capital is a South African financial services provider specializing in personalized trading and investment solutions for individual and institutional clients. With a focus on equipping clients with comprehensive research, market analysis, and advanced trading tools, Unum Capital facilitates access to various financial instruments, including equities, CFDs, forex, commodities, and indices. The firm combines local market insight with a global perspective to guide clients in achieving their financial goals. Unum Capital is known for its hands-on approach, offering tailored portfolio management, trading mentorship, and training programs, enabling clients to navigate complex markets with enhanced confidence and strategic understanding.
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Outsourced Compliance Services (OCS) is a specialized South African consultancy providing comprehensive compliance, governance, and risk management solutions to financial services providers and other regulated entities. By offering end-to-end compliance support, including policy development, risk assessments, regulatory reporting, and training, OCS helps organizations meet stringent regulatory requirements effectively. The firm’s expert team stays updated on the evolving legal landscape, enabling clients to navigate compliance complexities across various frameworks, including FICA, FAIS, and other South African regulations. Known for its adaptable and thorough approach, OCS supports businesses in maintaining compliance and mitigating risks, allowing them to focus on core operational goals while ensuring adherence to legal standards.
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KYCDD, or Know Your Client Due Diligence, is a South African consultancy focused on delivering specialized compliance and client verification solutions to financial service providers and other regulated industries. With expertise in anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-financing of terrorism (CFT) practices, KYCDD helps businesses implement effective KYC processes that meet regulatory standards set by FICA and other legal frameworks. Their services include identity verification, enhanced due diligence for high-risk clients, ongoing monitoring, and comprehensive reporting, ensuring clients can identify, assess, and manage potential risks associated with client onboarding and transactions. KYCDD's tailored solutions streamline compliance processes, safeguard business integrity, and support operational efficiency in meeting complex regulatory requirements.
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Crypto Consult is a South African consultancy specializing in cryptocurrency education, regulatory compliance, and strategic advisory services for individuals, businesses, and financial institutions engaging with digital assets. With a focus on demystifying the complexities of blockchain and cryptocurrency, Crypto Consult offers a range of services, including tailored training programs, compliance guidance, and risk assessments designed to align with regulatory standards. The firm assists clients in understanding and navigating the volatile crypto landscape, providing insights on best practices for safe trading, asset management, and adherence to AML and KYC regulations. By fostering knowledge and promoting responsible engagement, Crypto Consult enables clients to make informed decisions in the evolving world of digital finance.
Bellan Media (Pty) Ltd is a South African publishing company specialising in financial and tax-related content. It produces two main publications: Personal Finance, a monthly investment strategy magazine designed to guide individuals in saving, protecting, building, and preserving wealth, and Tax Breaks, which provides practical insights from tax experts to help readers reduce tax liabilities and understand their responsibilities and interactions with SARS. Managed by experienced finance professionals such as Paddy Padayachee, who brings over 30 years of expertise including leadership roles at multinational companies, and Steven Jones, a registered Tax Practitioner and member of the South African Institute of Professional Accountants, Bellan Media aims to empower readers to make informed financial decisions for a secure financial future.