Vis Govender

Director
ART Mauritius | ART South Africa

Vis is a seasoned insurance executive with a distinguished career spanning over two decades, marked by high-impact roles in some of the world’s leading financial institutions. He has held several senior management positions, including serving as a Senior Executive on the Executive Committee (EXCO) of Allianz South Africa. Allianz, one of Europe’s largest insurance and banking groups, provided Vis with extensive exposure to the global insurance landscape, where he honed his strategic vision and operational expertise.

In addition to his tenure at Allianz, Vis led a successful management consulting practice, further sharpening his ability to drive business transformation and operational excellence. He also served on the Nedbank Insurance EXCO for nine years, where he played a pivotal role in the strategic growth and innovation within Nedbank’s insurance division. Notably, he was a member of the Nedbank Merger Steering Committee, helping to guide the integration process during a period of significant organizational change.

Vis’s profound understanding of both local and global insurance markets is complemented by his specialization in information technology, enabling him to integrate technology-driven efficiencies into business operations. His approach not only improves portfolio management for clients and brokers but also creates tailored solutions that address the unique complexities of large-scale accounts. This expertise led him to establish firstEquity, where he brings a client-focused, innovative mindset to delivering exceptional service and results for stakeholders.