Author: BrightRock
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Life insurance for the gig economy and SMEs: What you need to know
The gig economy and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are pivotal to South Africa’s economic landscape. With unemployment rates soaring and traditional job opportunities becoming increasingly scarce, more South Africans are turning to freelance work and entrepreneurship. While these sectors offer flexibility and innovation, they also present unique challenges, particularly regarding financial security and risk…
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Navigating life insurance in uncertain times
Personal insurance extends beyond income protection to leaving a legacy, covering debts, protecting assets and looking after one’s family in the future.
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Nine leadership questions for Sean Hanlon, Executive Director, BrightRock
After studying teaching and drama, I found my passion when I joined the life insurance industry as a broker consultant in the early 90s. I’ve worked in senior positions in financial services for over 30 years, having set up and run distribution for major life insurance operations in South Africa and the United Kingdom. 1.…
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BrightRock and kykNET present Vrystaatbewoners, a docuseries celebrating the people of the Free State
Johannesburg, 5 April 2024 – Needs-matched life insurance provider, BrightRock, has once again partnered with kykNET to produce, Vrystaatbewoners, the latest offering in their lifestyle ‘Bewoners’ series. This captivating docuseries shines a spotlight on the hidden gems of our central province and the extraordinary individuals who call it home. From Fauresmith to Smithfield, Hoopstad to…
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BrightRock CEO, Schalk Malan on building a successful insurance company
BrightRock CEO, Schalk Malan chats to Kaya Biz host, Gugulethu Mfuphi. This interview was first published online by Kaya FM on YouTube on 10 May 2024.
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What drives susceptibility to insurance fraud: The repercussions
Economic hardships often push individuals toward desperate measures. In tough times, fraudulent behaviour becomes even more tempting. Falsifying death certificates for funeral policy claims or withholding crucial health information during application processes are just some examples of this deceit. Extreme cases of fraud may involve staging an accident, faking an injury or death, or syndicated…
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BrightRock sees resilience, growth, and improved claims experience in 2023
Johannesburg – Needs-matched life insurer, BrightRock, today provided an update on its business performance results across its individual life and funeral businesses for the fiscal year ending 31 December 2023. Despite the difficult economic conditions currently impacting consumers’ pockets, CEO Schalk Malan says BrightRock has shown resilience and growth. “The ongoing cost of living crisis and…
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Neethling Fouché lands a bright new gig, Between the Poles!
Johannesburg, 14 February 2024 – DHL Stormers tighthead prop, Neethling Fouché, has teamed up with needs-matched life insurer, BrightRock, to bring fans a fun new perspective on the team, the game, and how the players navigate change, in rugby and in life. Taking its inspiration from Zach Galifianakis’ acclaimed comedic YouTube series, Between Two Ferns,…
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Try Time with Morne Steyn: Watch the Vodacom Bulls legend unleash his artistic flair
In this creative episode of Try Time, we see Morne play the bounce and trade in the rugby ball for the paint brush. Under the mentorship of accomplished visual artist, Seth Pimental, Morne seeks to unlock talents he might not have known he had. Can he work the paint brush and land a job as…
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Between the Poles: DHL Stormers loosehead prop, Kwenzo Blose, is last up in the hot seat!
We blow the whistle on Between the Poles with a hilarious interview between Neethling and his teammate, DHL Stormers loosehead prop, Kwenzo Blose. In this last episode, we see Kwenzo tackle Neethling’s questions as best as he can, and we’re happy to say that the former Junior Springbok managed to stand his ground. He chats…