8 February 2023 – Attacq Limited (Attacq), the JSE-listed REIT and developer of the iconic Waterfall City precinct, is pleased to announce the appointments of Ms Fikile De Buck and Dr Gustav Rohde as new Independent Non-Executive Directors, effective 1 February 2023.
Ms. De Buck and Dr Rohde are seasoned leaders who will be key contributors to Attacq’s growth ambitions underpinned by a vision to create sustainable value for all stakeholders. They bring over 23 years of executive-level experience in financial reporting and 20 years of strategic leadership to the company, respectively.
The appointments will bolster the diversity and skills mix on the Board, and are a testament to Attacq’s efforts to enhance its corporate governance structures.
Ms De Buck is a highly skilled finance professional, previously serving as a CFO and non-Executive Director in both listed and non-listed companies and will serve as a member of the Audit and Risk Committee.
Dr Rohde is currently the Deputy CEO of Zutari and has held various board positions locally and abroad. He is a highly regarded strategic practitioner and ardent supporter of diversity and will serve as a member of the Transformation, Social, and Ethics Committee.
Commenting on the appointments, Jackie van Niekerk, CEO at Attacq, said: “We are delighted to welcome such experienced and talented leaders who have chosen to join us in our continued efforts to ensure that our shareholders, stakeholders, and the company’s interests are protected through good corporate governance practices”.
“We believe that they will contribute to how we drive positive value for our company, communities and the environments we operate in, as well as how we deliver our purpose of creating smart, safe and sustainable community spaces, providing remarkable experiences in our managed hubs”, added van Niekerk.
Ms De Buck holds a BA in Economics and Accounting and is a member of the United Kingdom’s Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (FCCA), while Dr Rohde holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from Texas A&M University in the United States.