ABOUT
US

Wade joined Global and Local in 2008 as a medical aid advisor and managed a medical aid book of approximately 450 clients. He soon moved on to a more technical role within the Global and Local technical team where he provided specialist support to clients with reviews gaining valuable industry knowledge and experience.

 

Wade successfully completed a higher certificate in financial planning in 2016 and took on the role of an Independent Financial Planner for Global and Local. The company opened a branch in the south of Johannesburg where Wade was the branch manager for 2 years.

 

Wade has been based at the Global and Local, Emmarentia office for the last 2 years establishing and supporting a wide client base. The focus is on meeting with clients is to find the best solutions for individual needs, reviews of investments and advice. In 2020 Wade joined the Board of Directors of Global and Local.

 

Wade is married, belongs to the Alfa club of South Africa, enjoys squash and eastern philosophy.

Michael Haldane, Founder & Managing Director, is a visionary and entrepreneur who has a very strong work ethic and thus develops this in those who work around him. Michael has a passion for growing capital for anyone and is always ready to discuss how to grow your money.

 

Prior to founding Global & Local, Michael worked for a number of financial institutions in varied positions.

 

Michael has over 25 years experience in the investment industry, holds a B.Com Honours degree from the University of Natal and is a Certified Scotch Professional (CSP).

 

Michael is a frequent speaker on Mix FM and LM Radio giving insight into investments and answering listener questions and he is a prolific contributor on Moneyweb.

 

Michael is a student of Eastern philosophy, he enjoys cultural events, travelling and a good game of squash. Michael is married with 2 daughters.

Theolene Gelderbloem, Operations Director, joined Global & Local in 2005 as the receptionist and junior administrator.

 

In 2009 she became the administration team leader and in 2010 the administration manager.

 

In 2013 Global & Local formed its first Risk Division which Theolene headed up and this opportunity allowed her to become more confident in dealing with clients and individuals in a whole.

 

Theolene then became Global & Local’s General Manager in 2015 and in this position, she obtained a qualification in Human Resources. In 2018 she was asked to join the board of Directors.

 

Theolene is happily married with 2 daughters, enjoys travelling, spending time with her family and she’s an avid cook who loves to experiment in the kitchen.