Andrew Bester
Corporate Officer/Principal at ING GROEP N.V.
Network origin in Andrew Bester first degree
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The South African Institute of Chartered Accountants
 The South African Institute of Chartered Accountants Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The South African Institute of Chartered Accountants is an organization based in South Africa. The South African company's main focus is not explicitly stated in the provided metadata, but it appears to offer online services to its members. Sithembiso Nomvalo has been the CEO of the private company since 2019.
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| Private Company | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | 345 |
The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
 The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, also known as aicpa® & cima®, is a global organization with 689,000 members, students, and professionals. The non-profit company is based in London, UK, and has a global presence of subsidiaries in several regions. The British company advocates for the accounting and finance profession, as well as the public interest and business sustainability. Andrew Harding has been the CEO of the company since 2009.
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| Non-Profit Organization | Other Consumer Services | 207 |
Chartered Global Management Accountant
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| Non-Profit Organization | 136 | |
| Public Company | Major Banks | 91 | |
Botswana Institute of Chartered Accountants
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| Private Company | 53 | |
| Public Company | Major Banks | 31 | |
Standard Chartered Bank (China) Ltd.
 Standard Chartered Bank (China) Ltd. Major BanksFinance Part of Standard Chartered Plc, Standard Chartered Bank (China) Ltd. is a national bank. The company is based in Shanghai, China. The Chinese company was founded in 2007. Xiao Lei Zhang has been the CEO of the company since 1994.
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| Subsidiary | Major Banks | 17 |
| Subsidiary | Major Banks | 16 | |
Global Financial Markets Association
 Global Financial Markets Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Global Financial Markets Association (GFMA) is an association that represents the common interests of the world's leading financial and capital market participants. The non-profit company is based in New York, NY. GFMA advocates for policies that address risks with no borders, regional market developments that impact capital markets, and policies that promote efficient cross-border capital flows to end-users. The association efficiently connects savers and borrowers, benefiting broader economic growth. GFMA has affiliate members in Europe, Asia, and North America, namely AFME, ASIFMA, and SIFMA, respectively. The association is actively monitoring global and regional developments relating to COVID-19 and is engaged in the Basel Committee's capital and liquidity framework and the Financial Stability Board's priorities. GFMA's mission is to provide a platform for its members to collaborate and address common challenges. Adam Farkas has been the CEO of the company since 2022.
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| Non-Profit Organization | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | 13 |
Standard Chartered Bank South Africa Ltd.
 Standard Chartered Bank South Africa Ltd. Major BanksFinance Part of Standard Chartered Plc, Standard Chartered Bank South Africa Ltd. is a commercial bank that provides banking services. The company is based in Gauteng, South Africa. The CEO of the South African company is Kweku Bedu-Addo.
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| Subsidiary | Major Banks | 6 |
The Association of Corporate Treasurers of South Africa
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| Non-Profit Organization | 5 | |
| Extinct | Data Processing Services | 5 | |
Deloitte & Touche (Netherlands)
 Deloitte & Touche (Netherlands) Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Part of Deloitte LLP (New York), Deloitte & Touche (Netherlands) is a Dutch company that provides accounting services. The company is based in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
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| Subsidiary | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | 3 |
Standard Bank Namibia Ltd.
 Standard Bank Namibia Ltd. Regional BanksFinance Part of Standard Bank Group Ltd., Standard Bank Namibia Ltd. is a financial institution that offers a range of electronic banking channels for personal and corporate banking needs. Standard Bank Namibia is located in Windhoek, NA and was founded in 1915. The Namibian company provides various products and services, including insurance, loans, bank accounts, and credit cards. The company is also a trusted business partner for corporate and investment financial services, and offers international banking services in various offshore banking countries.
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| Subsidiary | Regional Banks | 2 |
Prince of Wales
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| Government | General Government | 2 |
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Multi-company connection
Companies connected to Andrew Bester via their personal network
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| University of South Africa | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
The Institute of Directors
 The Institute of Directors Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Institute of Directors provides informative events and professional development courses. The non-profit company is based in Johannesburg, South Africa. Parmesvari Natesan has been the CEO of the South African company since 2010. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
ING Bank NV
 ING Bank NV Major BanksFinance ING Bank NV engages in the provision of banking, investment, life insurance, and retirement services. It operates through the following segments: Retail Netherlands, Retail Belgium, Retail Germany, Retail Other, Wholesale Banking, and Corporate Line Banking. The Retail Netherlands segment offers current and savings accounts, business lending, mortgages, and other consumer lending in the Netherlands. The Retail Belgium segment focuses in the retail and private banking activities in Belgium and offered services like the Netherland segment. The Retail Germany segment consists of current and savings accounts, mortgages, and other customer lending. The Retail Other segment comprises income from retail banking activities in the rest of the world, including the SME and mid-corporate segments. The Wholesale Banking segment include income from wholesale banking activities (a full range of products is offered from cash management to corporate finance), real estate, and lease. The Corporate Line Banking segment comprises corporate line banking and the run-off portfolio of Real Estate. The company was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. | Major Banks | Chairman Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer Corporate Officer/Principal Director/Board Member | |
| University of the Witwatersrand | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | ||
HBOS Plc
 HBOS Plc Major BanksFinance HBOS Plc engages in the provision of retail and commercial banking services, mortgages, insurance, and investment services. The company was founded on May 3, 2001 and is headquartered in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom. | Major Banks | Chairman Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Chief Operating Officer Director/Board Member | |
Lloyds Bank Plc
 Lloyds Bank Plc Major BanksFinance Lloyds Bank Plc provides banking and financial services. It operates through the following segments: Retail and Commercial Banking. The Retail segment offers financial service products, including current accounts, savings, mortgages, motor finance and unsecured consumer lending to personal and small business customers. The Commercial Banking segment provides a range of products and services such as lending, transactional banking, working capital management, risk management and debt capital markets services to SMEs, corporates and financial institutions. The company was founded on June 3,1765 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Major Banks | Chairman Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Chief Operating Officer Director/Board Member | |
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka
 The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka provides accounting and auditing services. The company was founded in 1959 and is headquartered in Colombo, Sri Lanka. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Bank of Scotland Plc
 Bank of Scotland Plc Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Bank of Scotland Plc provides banking and financial services. Its services include current accounts, savings, mortgages, credit cards, and unsecured loans to personal and business banking customers; and lending, transactional banking, working capital management, risk management and debt capital markets services to commercial customers. The company was founded on July 17, 1695 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Packaged Software | Chairman Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Chief Operating Officer Director/Board Member | |
Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales
 Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales ensures that its members, students, and affiliates maintain the highest standards of professional competency and conduct to protect the public interest. The non-profit company is based in London, UK, and has subsidiaries in the United Kingdom. With over 150,000 members, the institute provides technical information, helplines, and communities to its members. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| University of Sri Jayewardenepura | College/University | Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin | |
Deloitte & Touche (South Africa)
 Deloitte & Touche (South Africa) Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Deloitte & Touche provides accounting services. The company is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| University of Pretoria | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Ethos Private Equity Ltd.
 Ethos Private Equity Ltd. Investment ManagersFinance Ethos Private Equity Ltd. (Ethos) is a private equity firm founded in 1984 by André Roux. The firm is headquartered in Illovo, South Africa. | Investment Managers | Director/Board Member Director of Finance/CFO Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| North-West University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| REDEFINE PROPERTIES LIMITED | Real Estate Investment Trusts | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Strate Pty Ltd.
 Strate Pty Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Strate Pty Ltd. provides onmarket services. The private company is based in Johannesburg, South Africa. The CEO of the South African company is Andre Nortje. | Financial Conglomerates | Director/Board Member Chairman Director/Board Member | |
The Co-operative Bank Holdings Ltd.
 The Co-operative Bank Holdings Ltd. Regional BanksFinance The Co-operative Bank Holdings Ltd. engages in the financial services business. It operates as the holding company of The Co-operative Bank Plc which provides banking products and services to retail and small and medium-sized enterprises customers. The company was founded on November 8, 1872 and is headquartered in Manchester, the United Kingdom. | Regional Banks | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| Institute of Certified Professional Managers | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | ||
| Rhodes University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
 Association of Chartered Certified Accountants Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) is a professional body for accountants. The non-profit company is based in Glasgow, UK, and has subsidiaries in Mauritius, United Kingdom, and Hong Kong. The British company offers a program called ALP-C, which approves learning materials from high-quality content providers to support studying towards ACCA's qualification. The role of the CFO is evolving beyond finance to include reporting on value-centric aspects of their operations, as companies move towards sustainable practices. The CEO of the company is Helen Joanna Brand. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
The Chartered Institute of Marketing
 The Chartered Institute of Marketing Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) is professional marketing body with above 50,000 members in 130 countries. Its International Offices are situated in Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong and Singapore. The Chartered Institute of Marketing is headquartered in Maidenhead, UK | College/University | Manamalabaduge Saman Jude Fernando | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal |
CPA Australia Ltd.
 CPA Australia Ltd. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services CPA Australia Ltd. is an Australian company that has been operating since 1954 and provides education, training, technical support, and advocacy services in the accounting profession. The private company is based in Southbank, Australia and has subsidiaries in Hong Kong. The company engages with governments, regulators, and industries to advocate for policies that stimulate sustainable economic growth. With over 166,000 members working in 100 countries and regions, CPA Australia is one of the world's largest accounting bodies. It was founded in 1886 by Andrew Lyell, Arthur Cleveland, Benjamin Doughty Smith, Thomas Brentnall, John McAlister Howden, Charles Morell Holmes, William Crellin, and Edward Langton. Andrew Paul Hunter has been the CEO of the company since 2018. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| Institute of Internal Auditors South Africa | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | ||
| The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | ||
Het Concertgebouw NV
 Het Concertgebouw NV Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services Het Concertgebouw NV provides bands, orchestra and music entertainment services. It offers purchase tickets, tours, categories and charts. The company was founded on July 8, 1882 and is headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. | Movies/Entertainment | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Malaysian Institute of Accountants
 Malaysian Institute of Accountants Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Malaysian Institute of Accountants develops, supports and enhances the integrity, status and interests of the profession in Malaysia. It offers educational services to the members. The company is headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. | College/University | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| CRESTA MARAKANELO LIMITED | Hotels/Resorts/Cruise lines | Director/Board Member Chairman Director of Finance/CFO | |
PricewaterhouseCoopers, Inc.
 PricewaterhouseCoopers, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Part of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Ltd., PricewaterhouseCoopers, Inc. is a South African company that provides accounting, auditing, and bookkeeping services. The company is based in Sunninghill, South Africa. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| Rands Afrikaans University | College/University | Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants
 Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants operates under the professional accountant’s ordinance and works in the public interest. It offers CPA qualification programme and promulgating financial reporting, auditing and ethical standards in Hong Kong. The company was founded on January 1, 1973 and is headquartered in Hong Kong. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
The Confederation of Netherlands Industry Employers
 The Confederation of Netherlands Industry Employers Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Confederation of Netherlands Industry Employers, also known as VNO-NCW, is the largest employers' organization in the Netherlands. The private company is based in The Hague, Netherlands. It represents the interests of Dutch businesses both domestically and internationally and offers various services to its members. The organization advocates for businesses of all sizes and sectors, from AEX companies to family-owned businesses, small and medium-sized enterprises, and young entrepreneurs. VNO-NCW aims to create an environment that fosters entrepreneurship. The organization provides a platform for entrepreneurs to voice their opinions on new legislation and current business issues through the MKB Ondernemerspanel. VNO-NCW also publishes an opinion magazine called Forum, which is free online and available in print for a fee. The organization has expressed support for the government's balanced climate plans, emphasizing the importance of focusing on the execution of all necessary prerequisites to achieve the 2030 climate goals, such as permits and energy infrastructure. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| VUKILE PROPERTY FUND LIMITED | Real Estate Investment Trusts | Chairman Director of Finance/CFO | |
| Jinan University | College/University | Masters Business Admin Graduate Degree | |
| FIRESTONE DIAMONDS PLC | Other Metals/Minerals | Director of Finance/CFO Chief Executive Officer | |
| Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (South Africa) | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | ||
The Institute of Internal Auditors
 The Institute of Internal Auditors Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Institute of Internal Auditors is an international professional association that serves over 235,000 members and has awarded more than 190,000 certified internal auditor (CIA) certifications worldwide. The non-profit company is based in Lake Mary, USA and has subsidiaries in more than 170 countries and territories. Established in 1941, the IIA is recognized throughout the world as the internal audit profession's leader in standards, certifications, education, research, and technical guidance. Anthony J. Pugliese has been the CEO of the American company since 2021. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| DISCOVERY LIMITED | Life/Health Insurance | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| BARCLAYS PLC | Investment Banks/Brokers | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Assupol Holdings Ltd.
 Assupol Holdings Ltd. Insurance Brokers/ServicesFinance Assupol Holdings Ltd. provides insurance services. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Pretoria, South Africa. | Insurance Brokers/Services | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Sri Lanka Institute of Directors
 Sri Lanka Institute of Directors Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Sri Lanka Institute of Directors conducts professional development programmes. The company was founded by Desh. Ken Balendra in 200 and is headquartered in Colombo, Srilanka. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Chairman Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| STANDARD CHARTERED BANK BOTSWANA LIMITED | Regional Banks | Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
| Postgraduate Institute of Management | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin | |
| Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam | College/University | Chairman Graduate Degree | |
| GRAND PARADE INVESTMENTS LIMITED | Restaurants | Director/Board Member Director of Finance/CFO | |
| EXXARO RESOURCES LIMITED | Coal | Director of Finance/CFO Director/Board Member | |
| STANDARD BANK GROUP LIMITED | Regional Banks | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| BLUK DIAM | Other Metals/Minerals | Chief Executive Officer Chief Executive Officer | |
| University of Cape Town | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree |
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| South Africa | 24 |
| United Kingdom | 11 |
| Sri Lanka | 6 |
| Netherlands | 5 |
| Australia | 3 |
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| Consumer Services | 18 |
| Finance | 14 |
| Commercial Services | 12 |
| Non-Energy Minerals | 3 |
| Technology Services | 2 |
Operational
| Director/Board Member | 734 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 317 |
| Independent Dir/Board Member | 175 |
| Director of Finance/CFO | 112 |
| Chairman | 76 |
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| Sindiswa Zilwa | 52 |
| Mark Chasey | 48 |
| Lee-Anne de bruin | 42 |
| Nigel Payne | 37 |
| Simon Butcher | 32 |
| Lesego Sennelo | 31 |
| Asite Talwatte | 30 |
| Brandon Topham | 27 |
| Braam Jonker | 27 |
| Kandimathie Ramon | 27 |
| Norman Blackwell | 27 |
| Conganige Anthony | 24 |
| Margarete Haase | 24 |
| Daisy Naidoo | 23 |
| Gerardus Johannes Wijers | 23 |
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