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Meet the about U Team

Dedication. Expertise. Passion.

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Carina Strydom

Principal

Carina is a people person and thoroughly believes that all aspects of financial planning should make the lives of people easier, not more difficult. She uses her 38 years of experience in the financial services sector to lead and inspire the AboutU team to achieve even higher levels of service excellence and people-driven solutions.

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Chrissie Bothma

Office Manager

Chrismaré has been with the company since 2006 and her main responsibility is the smooth sailing and efficient front and back office operations. From answering the phones, directing clients to correct specialists, internal procedures and maintenance. She is known as an all-rounder.

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Xolani Xakaza

Senior Sales Consultant

Xolani is a Senior Insurance Sales Consultant at AboutU Financial Advisors, specializing in Discovery Insure . He joined AboutU in 2020 and brings over a decade of experience in the financial industry. Xolani holds qualifications in wealth management, highlighting his expertise in providing comprehensive financial solutions. He understands that insurance is about offering clients peace of mind and ensuring they receive prompt and effective support during unforeseen events. Xolani’s commitment to attentive client listening and delivering personalized advice enables him to craft strategies that perfectly align with each client’s unique needs.

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Michelle Barnard

Financial Adviser

Michelle has been in the financial industry for over 19 years and began working in the medical scheme industry in 2004. She has acquired valuable knowledge over the years and firmly believes that exceptional service and extensive expertise are key to properly advising clients. She is driven by strong ethics and a passion to provide a personalized experience for every client.

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Nantes (Jacobus) Du Plessis

Financial Adviser Bank & Insure

Nantes is a dedicated professional with 5 years of experience in the Financial industry. He strives to meet our clients’ needs, whether over the phone or face to face. Serving other is his purpose in life. He firmly believes that building long lasting relationships is of utmost importance. He focuses on Discovery Bank, Servicing client needs on Discovery Insure and helping clients make the most of Vitality Drive.

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Anlé Rossouw

 Health Claims Consultant

Anle brings a wealth of 20 years of experience to the Medical Scheme industry. She specializes in Medical Claims, Chronic Benefits/Queries, Oncology Benefits/Queries, and Prescribed Minimum Benefit/Queries. In addition to her expertise, she also plays a key role in handling Authorization requests and approvals, and she excels in providing top-notch client services. Anle has been a valuable part of our company for the past 8 years, consistently dedicated to meeting our clients' needs, whether through phone consultations or face-to-face interactions. Her passion for her work drives her to always go the extra mile for our clients, ensuring their utmost satisfaction.

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Melissa van der Westhuizen

Servicing Consultant

Melissa boasts an impressive 10-year background in the Financial services industry, starting in short-term insurance and gaining valuable insights through roles as a Sales Specialist and later a Claims Specialist. In 2023, she expanded her expertise to the long-term and health sectors, demonstrating her commitment to professional growth. Melissa's defining traits include a mature and responsible approach to work, taking ownership of responsibilities, fearlessly tackling challenges, and consistently delivering results that surpass expectations, all while maintaining composure under pressure for smooth project and task execution.

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Kaylan van Wyk

Insure Consultant

Kaylan, a junior sales consultant, has been in the industry since 2023, specializing in Discovery Insure products, with a deep passion for delivering exceptional service. She takes pride in offering personalized solutions tailored to each client's needs, ensuring a seamless and positive experience. She is driven by a commitment to excellence, consistently going above and beyond to provide fantastic service. Her approachable, professional style allows her to connect with clients, building trust and lasting relationships. Her motto “you not fully dressed without a smile”

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Kristin Jacobs

Servicing Consultant

Kris has two years of dedicated experience in the insurance industry, during which she has developed a well-rounded understanding of key areas within the field. Her journey has provided her with valuable insights into the legal, sales, and claims departments, each contributing to her broad perspective and expertise. Passionate about her work, Kris is currently focused on advancing her qualifications and is actively pursuing her RE certification. Her commitment to the industry drives her to continuously enhance her skills and make meaningful contributions. Currently, working in the claims department, Kris thrives on helping clients by delivering the service they need and ensuring they feel safe and supported during vulnerable times.

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Corriné Jonkers

Assistant Financial Advisor

Corriné is a dedicated professional in the financial services industry with 9 years of experience. Known for a positive attitude and a commitment to excellence, Corriné is always ready to serve clients with a smile. As a young professional, she brings fresh energy and perspective to every partnership, while maintaining a reputation for exceptional attention to detail. This combination of enthusiasm and precision makes her the perfect fit for delivering outstanding service and building lasting client relationships. Corriné is proud to contribute to the mission of AboutU.

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Lizzy Blou

General Assistant

Lizzy Blou is a dedicated general assistant at AboutU. With her keen organisational skills and unwavering commitment, Lizzy plays a pivotal role in supporting the company's mission to provide top-notch financial guidance to its clients.

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Denise Human

Personal Assistant to Michelle Barnard

Denise comes with 44 years of experience in the Medical Sectors with a Financial Background. Starting off at Hospitals and later Private Practices and Health Care Specialist companies. She specializes providing support to the Financial Advisors in the medical aid field for both new and existing clients. She is committed to delivering a high standard of client care.  With a calm, approachable manner, she manages situations and client concerns with discretion and professionalism, aligning with the company’s service standards, in this sensitive area of medical financial care.

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