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[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Team” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” border_radii=”on|30px|30px|30px|30px” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/surf.sun.ac.za\/files\/2025\/11\/Che-Bermosky2.jpg” title_text=”Che Bermosky2″ align=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” border_radii=”on|30px|30px|30px|30px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_5_font=”|800|||||||” header_5_font_size=”18px” header_6_font=”|700|||||||” header_6_text_color=”#A88E55″ header_6_font_size=”16px” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Mr Bermosky is a legal adviser at the University, has served as an alternate trustee since 1 January 2018 and as a full member trustee since 7 December 2019.<\/p>\n
Current term expires:<\/strong> 6 December 2030<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” border_radii=”on|30px|30px|30px|30px” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/surf.sun.ac.za\/files\/2025\/11\/Stefan-Engelbrecht.jpg” title_text=”Stefan Engelbrecht” align=”center” disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” border_radii=”on|30px|30px|30px|30px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_5_font=”|800|||||||” header_5_font_size=”18px” header_6_font=”|700|||||||” header_6_text_color=”#A88E55″ header_6_font_size=”16px” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n My vision for the Stellenbosch University Retirement Fund (SURF) is a member-first fund that protects long-term prosperity through excellent governance, low, transparent costs, and responsible investment. I will champion reliable governance and accountability; investment strategies that beat inflation across life stages; and a simple, supportive member experience with clear communication, digital tools, and timely guidance before and after retirement. I will respect election rules, collaborate with trustees and experts, and focus on the interests of all members\u2014from new staff to those nearing retirement. My goal is to earn trust, deliver value, and make every rand work smarter and longer.<\/p>\n Current term expires: <\/strong>6 December 2030<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” border_radii=”on|30px|30px|30px|30px” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/surf.sun.ac.za\/files\/2023\/05\/Miriam-234×300.png” title_text=”Miriam” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” border_radii=”on|30px|30px|30px|30px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” header_5_font=”|800|||||||” header_5_font_size=”18px” header_6_font=”|700|||||||” header_6_text_color=”#A88E55″ header_6_font_size=”16px” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Ms Hoosain is appointed as Chief Director: Human Resources from 1 May 2023.<\/p>\n Current term expires: <\/strong>8 May 2026<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” border_radii=”on|30px|30px|30px|30px” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/surf.sun.ac.za\/files\/2021\/10\/niel_krige2.jpg” title_text=”niel_krige2″ align=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” border_radii=”on|30px|30px|30px|30px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” header_5_font=”|800|||||||” header_5_font_size=”18px” header_6_font=”|700|||||||” header_6_text_color=”#A88E55″ header_6_font_size=”16px” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Prof Krige is extraordinary professor at USB and has served as a trustee since 18 November 2005.<\/p>\n Current term expires:<\/strong> 17 November 2026<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” border_radii=”on|30px|30px|30px|30px” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/surf.sun.ac.za\/files\/2021\/10\/Manie-Lombard-234×300.jpg” title_text=”Mr” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” border_radii=”on|30px|30px|30px|30px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” header_5_font=”|800|||||||” header_5_font_size=”18px” header_6_font=”|700|||||||” header_6_text_color=”#A88E55″ header_6_font_size=”16px” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Mr Lombard is Chief Director: Finance and has served as a trustee since 5 May 2011.<\/p>\n Current term expires:<\/strong> 4 May 2026<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” border_radii=”on|30px|30px|30px|30px” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/surf.sun.ac.za\/files\/2025\/11\/Naweed2.jpg” title_text=”Naweed2″ align=”center” disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” border_radii=”on|30px|30px|30px|30px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_5_font=”|800|||||||” header_5_font_size=”18px” header_6_font=”|700|||||||” header_6_text_color=”#A88E55″ header_6_font_size=”16px” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n As a trustee, I envision a Stellenbosch University Retirement Fund that is transparent, responsive, and sustainably managed\u2014one that ensures the financial security and dignity of all members, now and in the future. I will act with integrity, care, and diligence, prioritising member interests above all. I will promote robust communication, inclusive representation, and prudent investment practices. My commitment is to foster trust, accountability, and resilience in the Fund, so that every member feels confident in their retirement journey.<\/p>\n Current term expires: <\/strong>6 December 2030<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” border_radii=”on|30px|30px|30px|30px” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/surf.sun.ac.za\/files\/2025\/11\/Mari-Patterson.jpg” title_text=”Mari Patterson” align=”center” disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” border_radii=”on|30px|30px|30px|30px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_5_font=”|800|||||||” header_5_font_size=”18px” header_6_font=”|700|||||||” header_6_text_color=”#A88E55″ header_6_font_size=”16px” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n As a Chartered Accountant and auditing lecturer with over a decade of experience in academia and professional practice, my vision as a trustee will be to promote a high standard of corporate governance, transparency, and ethical stewardship. I believe that effective oversight of retirement funds requires integrity, accountability, and a long-term focus on members\u2019 financial wellbeing.\u00a0 With a Master\u2019s degree in Commerce (Computer Auditing) and a commitment to ethical behaviour and good governance, I aim to strengthen risk management practices, ensure the implementation of sound governance principles and compliance with both fiduciary and ethical obligations.\u00a0 As a trustee, I will work collaboratively with fellow trustees and other relevant parties to uphold the principles of fairness, integrity, transparency, and sustainability.<\/p>\n Current term expires: <\/strong>6 December 2030<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” border_radii=”on|30px|30px|30px|30px” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/surf.sun.ac.za\/files\/2025\/11\/Elze-Mari-Roux2.jpg” title_text=”Elze-Mari Roux2″ align=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” border_radii=”on|30px|30px|30px|30px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_5_font=”|800|||||||” header_5_font_size=”18px” header_6_font=”|700|||||||” header_6_text_color=”#A88E55″ header_6_font_size=”16px” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n My vision is to ensure that our pension fund continues to serve members with integrity and sound governance. As a Certified Financial Planner, I care about the financial well-being of others and have dedicated my research to helping people make better retirement savings decisions. My professional and research experience has strengthened my belief that informed decision-making is essential to achieving sustainable retirement outcomes. I will work to strengthen communication between the fund and its members so that employees understand their benefits and feel empowered to make sound decisions for their future. Every member deserves to know that their retirement savings are managed responsibly and that the fund\u2019s policies are guided by their best interests. I hope to earn your trust in serving as a dedicated representative for all members.<\/p>\n Current term expires:<\/strong> 6 December 2030<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” border_radii=”on|30px|30px|30px|30px” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/surf.sun.ac.za\/files\/2024\/12\/Gretha-Steenkamp_foto-200×300.jpg” title_text=”Gretha Steenkamp_foto” align=”center” disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” border_radii=”on|30px|30px|30px|30px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” header_5_font=”|800|||||||” header_5_font_size=”18px” header_6_font=”|700|||||||” header_6_text_color=”#A88E55″ header_6_font_size=”16px” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Prof Steenkamp is an associate professor at the School of Accountancy. She is a chartered accountant and has been with the university since 2006. Her expertise is in financial reporting and governance practices.<\/p>\n Current term expires: <\/strong>31 December 2027<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”|196px||auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” border_radii=”on|30px|30px|30px|30px” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/surf.sun.ac.za\/files\/2024\/12\/RS-photo.jpeg” title_text=”RS photo” align=”center” disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” border_radii=”on|30px|30px|30px|30px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” header_5_font=”|800|||||||” header_5_font_size=”18px” header_6_font=”|700|||||||” header_6_text_color=”#A88E55″ header_6_font_size=”16px” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Prof Stevens is the Vice-dean: Teaching & Learning of the faculty of law and a commercial attorney. He has been with the university since 1 January 1999 and specializes in corporate governance and corporate finance and has a keen interest in financial market regulation law. 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Director: Operations, Stellenbosch Business School<\/h6>\n
Ms Miriam Hoosain<\/h5>\n
Employer trustee<\/h6>\n
Prof Niel Krige<\/h5>\n
Chair and Employer trustee<\/h6>\n
Mr Manie Lombard<\/h5>\n
Employer trustee<\/h6>\n
Mr Naweed Mullajie<\/h5>\n
Alternate Member Trustee<\/h6>\n
Mrs Mari Patterson<\/h5>\n
School for Accountancy<\/h6>\n
Dr Elze-Mari Roux<\/h5>\n
Prof Gretha Steenkamp<\/h5>\n
Employer trustee<\/h6>\n
Prof Richard Stevens <\/h5>\n
Employer trustee<\/h6>\n
Mr JP Steyn<\/h5>\n
Member trustee<\/h6>\n
Prof JL van Niekerk<\/h5>\n
Employer trustee<\/h6>\n