ANALYSE THIS: Investec Life’s Nicola Rowbotham
We analyse Nicola Rowbotham, head of technology and operations at Investec Life
If someone came to you tomorrow with R100m to invest in just one company, which would it be? As a reformed accountant, there are certain habits that I haven’t let go of. A diversified portfolio is one of them. I’d rather use the R100m and take a leaf out of Tim Ferriss’s book and "angel invest" in 10 innovative, up-and-coming start-ups. Creating local jobs and backing entrepreneurs is something I am passionate about. Which talent would you most like to have? Speed reading — to get through the pile of books next to my bed that I still intend to read. What was your first job? Working with my mom on the Durban July events for Rothmans. A week’s worth of events, co-ordinating 60 friends as the barmen and waiters, and getting involved in everything from décor to managing the food and bar service. My first formal job was as a trainee accountant at Grant Thornton in Durban. What’s the best investment that you’ve ever made? The time invested in my Gibs MBA. It was funded by my employer at t...
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