Capricorn Group has appointed Johan Maass as Group Financial Director, effective 22 November 2024.
A Chartered Accountant by profession, Maass joined Capricorn Group on 1 April 2018 and has served as Group Chief Financial Officer since 1 July 2022.
Over the past six years, he has gained extensive experience within the Group, serving as Group Financial Manager for four years before transitioning to the role of Group Chief Financial Officer for two years.
Maass holds a B.Com Hons degree in Chartered Accountancy from North-West University and brings 14 years of experience as a finance professional.
He has developed strong expertise in financial management, strategic financial planning, risk management, and financial reporting and analysis, all of which have significantly contributed to the Group’s growth.
“I am honoured to step into the role of Group Financial Director. This opportunity allows me to further contribute to the Group’s financial health and strategic growth. I look forward to working closely with our talented executive team and the board in this new role,” Maass said upon his appointment.
In his new role, Maass will continue serving on the Group Executive Committee (Exco) and the Capricorn Group Executive Management Team.
“I would like to congratulate Johan Maass on his appointment to the Capricorn Group Board and look forward to his contributions. His extensive experience as a finance professional will add tremendous value to the board and the Group as a whole,” said Gerhard Fourie, Chairperson of the Capricorn Group Board.
Capricorn Group is the holding company of Bank Windhoek, Bank Gaborone, Capricorn Asset Management, Entrepo Group, and Peo Finance, among other investments.
