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RiG Advisory Services Achieves FPI Approved Professional Practice™ Status
The Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa (FPI) proudly welcomes and congratulates RiG Advisory Services on its approval as an FPI Approved Professional Practice™. This prestigious certification confirms that RiG Advisory Services has met FPI’s rigorous standards for excellence in financial planning, joining an elite group of nearly 23 FPI Approved Professional Practices across South Africa. “We are excited to welcome the team at RiG Advisory Services to the FPI Approved Professional Practice community,” says Lelané Bezuidenhout, CFP® CEO of FPI.
To achieve this distinguished status, RiG Advisory Services demonstrated a strong commitment to upholding the highest standards of the financial planning profession, including:
- Core Business Focus: A clear focus on delivering comprehensive financial planning services.
- Adherence to FPI Practice Standards: A systematic, client-centred approach to every financial planning engagement.
- Fiduciary Responsibility: A clear commitment to acting in clients’ best interests.
- Documented Financial Planning Philosophy: Transparent investment strategies that are accessible and clearly communicated to clients.
- Quality Assurance: Robust quality-control measures that support consistent service excellence.
- Professional Members: A team in which at least 50% of financial advisers are CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professionals, with additional team members working towards FPI-recognised designations.
- Ethical Standards: Adherence to the FPI Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility, ensuring integrity and professionalism in every client interaction.
Bezuidenhout concludes: “This achievement reflects RiG Advisory Services’ dedication to delivering trusted, high-quality financial planning services. By attaining FPI Approved Professional Practice™ certification, RiG Advisory Services distinguishes itself as a leader in the financial planning community and sets a strong example for the profession.”
“RiG Advisory Services is honoured to announce its accreditation as an FPI Approved Professional Practice™,” says Hennie du Plessis, CFP®, Professional Accountant (SA), FPSA®, Principal Advisor and Director of RiG Advisory Services.
“This recognition means a great deal to us,not simply as a badge to display, but as confirmation that we are building something grounded in wisdom, integrity, and genuine care for the people we serve. It reflects the standards we have upheld since the start of this practice and represents more than a professional milestone. The real credit belongs to our entire team, whose dedication and attention to detail made this possible, and to our clients, who have trusted us along the way. Our tagline has always been ‘Wysheid vir ware welvaart — wisdom for true wealth,’ and this achievement affirms that we are living this in practice, not only in words,” du Plessis says.
FPI Approved Professional Practice™ status affirms the strength of RiG Advisory Services’ governance, processes, and professional capabilities. It reflects the firm’s commitment to continuous professional development, rigorous internal quality standards, and a client-first, advice-led approach to financial planning.
As RiG Advisory Services continues to grow and strengthen client relationships from Gqeberha and Bloemfontein to the rest of South Africa and beyond, this accreditation marks a meaningful milestone in its pursuit of excellence within the financial planning profession. Du Plessis adds that the firm remains committed to walking alongside clients with wisdom, integrity, and care,helping them build not only wealth, but lasting legacies.
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About The Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa
The Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa NPC (FPI) is the only professional body in South Africa authorised to offer the FSA®, RFP®, and internationally FPSB-recognised CFP® professional designations. As a South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) registered professional body, FPI ensures that its professional designations are listed on the National Learner Record Database (NLRD), affirming its commitment to educational and professional excellence. FPI is also approved by the South African Revenue Service (SARS) as a Recognised Controlling Body (RCB), further underscoring its role in upholding high standards within the financial planning profession.
For more information about obtaining a professional designation or the benefits of FPI membership, please contact businessdevelopment@fpi.co.za or call +27 (11) 470 6000.
For more information about the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa, visit www.fpi.co.za.