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ABOUT NAVIGATE FINANCIAL SERVICES:

Founded by Jacques Blignaut, Navigate Financial Services is a trusted financial advisory firm with branches located in Humansdorp, Eastern Cape & Amanzimtoti, KwaZulu-Natal. With a passion for helping clients achieve financial success, Jacques began his career in the finance industry in 2001, and has never looked back. In 2025, Jacques and Anelda made the exciting decision to rebrand their practice, formerly known as Blignaut Wealth Managers PTY LTD trading as ECAT Financial Services, to launch Navigate Financial Services.

"At Navigate Financial Services, our mission is simple: To guide you towards a secure and prosperous financial future. With decades of experience and a client-centered approach, we are here to help you every step of the way."

Along with their expert team of financial planners and specialists, they are committed to providing personalized, independent financial guidance to clients across South Africa. The Navigate Financial Services team prides itself on offering holistic solutions for individuals, families, small businesses, and corporates, helping them navigate life’s financial challenges and opportunities.

MEET THE NAVIGATE TEAM

Jacques Blignaut

Director & Senior Financial Planner

Anelda (Lallie) Blignaut

HR & Fiduciary Specialist

Mark Bullock

Practice Manager Durban

Maggie White

Relationship Manager & Paraplanner

Devan Venter

Paraplanner

Ivan-John Du Preez

Representative/Financial Advisor

Nathan Gradwell

Financial Planner

Jason Smit

Risk Specialist

Madeleine Schoonraad

Medical Aid Specialist

Elizabe (Lizzy) Bezuidenhout

Insurance & Fiduciary Administrator

Henry Murray

Paraplanner

Dylan Thrope

Administrator

Ronez Jansen

Short Term Administrator

Anthony Boucher-Gerber

Administrator

André Gerber

Administrator

Beverley McMaster

Receptionist

Donnay Hayes

Insurance Specialist

Lyn-Maré Murray

Medical Aid Assistant

Kelly Purdon

Administrator

Lizanne Bekker

Marketing Consultant

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