A Dedicated Team of Professionals

Olga Shtifelman

BBIS, MAICD

Chief Operating Officer

Olga is the Chief Operating Officer in Vertua Group. Olga has had over 7 years’ experience in the banking & finance and property sectors, with strong people management and organizational skills. Olga has a Bachelor of Management and Business Information Systems and is currently undergoing her Master’s in Business Administration at the UTS Sydney.

Olga is responsible for formulation and execution of the business strategy in collaboration with other senior management, overseeing company’s administrative and operational functions including designing policies, regulatory compliance and implementing technology solutions, ensuring operational excellence company-wide.

Kathleen Howell

B.Business, B.Sc (Psychology)

Company Secretary/Head of People and Culture

Kathleen brings a strong people and management background with more than 10 years of management experience across a number of industries including hospitality, health and professional services. Kathleen is also our Head of People and Culture and has completed her AICD Company Secretary Course.

Michael Bregenhoj

B. COM (ACCOUNTING), CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT

Group Financial Controller

Michael is Vertua’s Group Financial Controller, managing the group’s financial operations and reporting. Michael has over 15 years’ experience working across a wide range of industries including Public Practice Accounting, Corporate Advisory/Private, FMCG and General Business.

Utkarsh Saxena

BBA (finance & marketing), Master of Accounting, CA

First Equity Partner

Utkarsh is a partner at first Equity. With over 12 years of experience in providing advisory & tax services to wide range of industries. As a trusted advisor I work closely with my clients to understand their goals and provide tailored strategic advice to ensure their success. I primarily focus on providing leadership and management support to clients as well as utilising the business advisory and tax skills. By partnering with clients I get to share their journey and make valuable impact in their growth and success.
In addition I have extensive experience in working with wealthy families and assist in the family office function. I am passionate about technology and enjoy using my knowledge in delivering value add services.