Using technology to enable and empower savings anywhere in the world
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Saving has long been the cornerstone of wealth generation, the challenge is that the world, people and lifestyles have changed, but the principles have not. Stackr gives people what they need, the flexibility and security to live their lives on their terms now but allows them to save for the future – whatever it may hold.
Stackr uses the latest technology to provide a new savings experience. From digital onboarding to machine learning and data science handling investments, Stackr is designed to help people save.
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Seamless movement between crypto and fiat.
Removal of unnecessary fees that traditional institutions charge. Lower fees mean more...View More
Removal of unnecessary fees that traditional institutions charge. Lower fees mean more available money to compound over time giving investors a better chance to reach their goals.
In many jurisdictions, moving assets between crypto and traditional investments can trigger…View More
In many jurisdictions, moving assets between crypto and traditional investments can trigger unnecessary taxable events. Stackr can be isolated from such events due to the trust structure, which means that it is only when you really need your money and remove it from the trust that you might pay any tax.
Stackr allows you to designate beneficiaries to receive your assets without going…View More
Stackr allows you to designate beneficiaries to receive your assets without going through a possibly lengthy and expensive probate process and estate taxes.
Combining data science and the latest machine learning techniques with digital and…View More
Combining data science and the latest machine learning techniques with digital and capital market assets to create varying risk profiles for risk-averse, balanced and growth-focused investors.
Stackr comprises of a variety of autonomous index funds which do not require costly…View More
Stackr comprises of a variety of autonomous index funds which do not require costly active management. Index funds do not rely on expensive human managers for active trading.
How we deliver results for clients
Cobus and Brendan discuss the investment options available
Hear from the founders of Stackr, Cobus and Brendan
"It's imperative for survival and growth. Without regulated instruments like an ETF, the industry will tread water, because there will only be insignificant institutional adoption."
Cobus Kruger
CEO Stackr.
Now is the time to bring blockchain and the traditional expertise of Stackr to the mainstream investor community. The Stackr team is comprised of the best capital investment experts, machine learning and technology specialists.
Stackr has partnered with crypto specialists, Invictus Capital, and machine learning specialists, DataProphet, to curate optimal capital and digital asset investments - the culmination of decades of traditional financial markets experience coalesced with new-age crypto knowledge and machine learning expertise.
The Stackr team has the experience of building a US$ 3 billion saving solution in the traditional finance space, with some of the team working together for the last 20 years. Everyone has their reasons to join Stackr, but the guiding principle is to bridge the old and new worlds and bring all the best aspects together to provide customers with optimal returns and build their savings pot over the long-term.
Chief Executive Officer & Founding Partner
Chief Operating Officer & Founding Partner
Head of Marketing
Head of Finance
Head of Investments
Head of Technology
Head of Design
Compliance Consultant
CEO of Invictus
Blockchain Engineer
VP of Analytics
Fund Manager
Investment Analyst
Marketing Communications Manager
Content and Media Producer
Digital Marketing Specialist
VP of Creative
Community Manager
Customer Experience Manager
Chief Technical Officer - DataProphet
Senior Data Scientist
CEO and co-founder of NONA
Co-Founder & Director of Legal
Head of Investment Committee
Chief Executive Officer & Founding Partner
I founded Stackr with Brendan in 2017 having worked for over 20 years in the financial services industry. The reason for founding Stackr is very personal – I wanted to make a material change, for the good, in the way people access savings. We have entered a new technological revolution and the traditional financial services companies are largely stuck in the past. With the knowledge I have gained over my time in traditional financial services and my willingness to embrace the future technology, I believe Stackr can bring about a fundamental change in the experience people have when it comes to saving.
I have 22 years ‘experience in financial services, primarily focused on the international investment market leading to a proven track record in: new ventures, product development, legal structuring and the creation of global distribution networks. My passion is to turn good ideas into profitable businesses or business units.
Prior to Stackr I was as the founder of Sanlam Global Investment Solutions (SGIS). Before joining SGIS, I was the Head of Product & Investments at Glacier International. My previous roles have been largely concentrated on developing products and distribution for multi-national investment houses including, Old Mutual International, New Star Asset Management, TriAlpha Investment Advisors Limited & the Stonehage Group.
I have a B.Com (Law), an MBA, an Investment Management Certificate from the CFA Society of the UK and have most recently completed an executive program focused on Artificial Intelligence from MIT. I am also a member of STEP (Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners).
Chief Operating Officer & Founding Partner
I founded Stackr with Cobus in 2017 after 18 years in traditional financial services with a vision to change the way people save. I believe traditional financial services companies are not moving quickly enough to supply the latest investment opportunities and use the most up to the minute technology that can provide the optimal investment experience for clients. Stackr brings these elements together in a single solution for investors.
My previous experience spans nearly 20 years and covers a huge geographical area from London to South Africa via Mauritius. My most recent role was as Head of Operations and Product Development at Sanlam Global Investment Solutions, a subsidiary of Sanlam (the largest financial services provider in Africa). Prior to this, I spent 2 years as an independent consultant; setting up international life, pension, advisory and distribution businesses, with a primary focus on the African, Middle East and European markets.
Prior to this, I was a Partner at Armstrong Investment Managers LLP focusing on business development within Europe and Asia. Further roles include operational and business development functions at Insight Investment, Fidelity Investments, and Bank of New York Mellon.
I hold a B.Com Corporate Finance and Economics degree from the University of Kwa-Zulu Natal, and the Investment Management Certificate from the CFA Society of the UK.
Head of Marketing
I have nearly 20 years’ experience in financial services marketing. My prior experience includes nearly 7 years at Sanlam (the largest financial services provider in Africa), where I was brought in to develop the marketing of the international investments businesses. My skillset focusses on launching funds, the development of marketing activities to build user engagement and attract assets and supporting global investment platforms. I was instrumental in launching Sanlam’s AI investment capability across Europe, Africa, and North America Offshore. I ended my tenure as head of marketing at Sanlam Global Investment Solutions’ (SGIS) and as a member of the Executive Committee.
Before joining Sanlam, I held a number of marketing and business development roles across international asset management companies including ACPI, Pictet GAM, BlueBay, and AIG
I have a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from the University of Surrey.
Head of Finance
I have a decade's experience as a chartered accountant, previously serving as a Director and working as Head of Finance for Sanlam Global Investment Solutions for just over 4 years where I was responsible to direct, plan, control and coordinate the overall financial activities of the company.
Prior to joining Sanlam, I worked as an Operational Financial Manager in the mining industry where I was responsible for implementing operational reporting and other such tasks.
I am a CA(SA), hold the CFP® designation and completed BAcc and BAcc (Hons) degrees through Stellenbosch University.
Head of Investments
I have over 10 years’ experience in financial services. Prior to Stackr I worked at Sanlam Global Investment Solutions as the lead on the investments team where I worked directly with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning which was utilized to manage the investment solutions offered. Other responsibilities included research for new products and ideas, ongoing analysis of all internal investment processes and systems and the day-to-day running of the team.
Before joining Sanlam I was an analyst at Clarmond, a wealth management & advisory firm, where I designed and built proprietary stock selection models based on an asset allocation model as well as to consolidate and present market specific research projects. Other roles include research and performance analysis at Lune Capital and Octane.
I hold a BCom. Investment Management degree from the University of Pretoria, and am in my final year of the BCompt. Financial Accounting degree at the University of South Africa (UNISA). I am also a candidate in the CFA program.
Head of Technology
My firm belief in the intersection between finance and technological innovation has led me to join Stackr, a company I believe promises exactly that.
I majored in Finance, Mathematics and Computer Science before going on to obtain my Computer Science honours degree with distinction. I am now in the final stages of completing my Data Science Masters degree with a specialisation in Financial Technology. I have also passed my CFA level 1 & 2 exams.
I have experience working in a niche venture capital firm focused on blockchain investments where I played an active role in advising and conceptualising these projects. I have also been part of many crypto-focussed groups and spoken at numerous crypto-related events, notably the Ciphertec Applied Cryptography conference where I unpacked concepts surrounding anonymity in blockchain technology.
I have a strong passion for education which has seen me tackle diverse teaching roles: from teaching primary school mathematics in South African townships; lecturing final year Computer Science at the University of Cape Town, and developing and teaching blockchain content for the World Quant University.
Head of Design
I have over 20 years of design and marketing experience from studios and agencies to in-house. Prior to joining Stackr I was Marketing Manager at Sanlam Global Investment Solutions where I rebranded the business, created and designed all the marketing materials and email strategies. Due to the nature of the business all of our work was spread across the world in regions such as the Americas, the Middle East, Australia, Africa and Europe, in multiple languages.
Prior to Sanlam Global Investment Solutions, I was Head of Production at 72dpistudio, a financial services communications and marketing firm. In this role I oversaw the production of print and web materials for large US and Bermudian financial services companies.
I have a Bachelor of Journalism and Communications degree from Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana, in Medellín, Colombia.
Brendan Gallagher and Cobus Kruger leave Sanlam to start partnership.
Initial Research and Development
Stackr conception, initially does not include cryptoassets. Cobus attended the artificial intelligence and machine learning course at MIT.
Realisation that crypto and the blockchain needed to be included in the Stackr solution but team had no experience.
Cobus joins Invictus Capital on contract to develop knowledge and bring traditional experience to the team.
Stackr Inception.
Stackr is born and the regulatory and company structures commence across the multiple jurisdictions.
Stackr project kicks off with the core team from Sanlam Global Investment Solutions agreeing to join in October 2018.
Development of IT infrastructure.
Engage Nona, a leading Blockchain focused Software Development Studio, to build website, interfaces and APIs for Stackr
Release of the Stackr Whitepaper.
Stackr live
Aggressive user adoption
Solution blockchain consideration - some product features on the blockchain
Average 10 000 clients or US$ 100 M total client assets
Native applications & Machine Learning R&D
Solution blockchain considerations - underlying investment choices
Average 30 000 clients or US$ 250 M
Saving has long been the cornerstone of wealth generation. As technology is evolving so must our savings solutions. Stackr has been designed with this in mind; to remove traditional frictions that adversely impact savings solutions, while pioneering machine learning driven investment options within a secure trust structure.
Stackr is the first of its kind and at the forefront of intelligent investing.
Download the whitepaper to gain an in-depth understanding of Stackr and the opportunity it presents for investors.
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