Brendan Stewart
About Brendan Stewart
Brendan Stewart serves as the Chief Executive Officer and has an extensive educational background, including studies at Harvard Business School and the University of Kwazulu-Natal. He has held various positions in finance and management, including roles at Unilever Ventures and EY.
Work at Investec
Brendan Stewart serves as the Chief Executive Officer at Investec. In this role, he oversees the company's strategic direction and operational management. His leadership is focused on driving growth and ensuring the company meets its financial objectives.
Education and Expertise
Brendan Stewart studied at Harvard Business School, where he focused on Leadership from 2009 to 2011. He also earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Kwazulu-Natal between 1992 and 1995. Additionally, he studied at the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants and the Institute of Management Accountants, where he achieved Associates in Management.
Professional Background
Brendan Stewart has a diverse professional background in finance and management. He worked at Unilever Ventures as Principal from 2002 to 2005 in London. Prior to that, he served as Associate Director at EY from 1999 to 2002, also in London. His career began at Grant Thornton South Africa, where he was an Audit Supervisor from 1996 to 1998 in Gauteng.
Career Progression
Brendan Stewart's career progression includes significant roles in various financial institutions. After starting as an Audit Supervisor at Grant Thornton South Africa, he advanced to Associate Director at EY. His experience at Unilever Ventures as Principal further solidified his expertise in the financial sector, leading to his current position at Investec.