Meet Our Team

Meet Our Team

Jaco Barnard

Jaco Barnard

Director | TDP SA
Jaco obtained his B.Com Honours degree from UPE (now Nelson Mandela University) in 1996 and completed his SAICA articles at Ernst and Young in Port Elizabeth, qualifying as a Chartered Accountant (SA) in 1999. He has worked in various fields, including 16 years as a senior lecturer, specialising in IFRS, and four years as managing director in a national training and B-BBEE consulting company. He is married to Annemarie and has two daughters, Alexa and Layla.
Annemarie Barnard

Annemarie Barnard

Marketing & Human Resources Manager
Annemarie completed her doctoral degree in Psychology at the University of Port Elizabeth (now Nelson Mandela University) in 2004. She has experience in many different fields on a national and international level, including, lecturing, institutional research, funded research projects, publishing numerous articles in scholarly journals, managed a training company and is currently working as HR Manager at TDP Port Elizabeth. Annemarie is married to Jaco and has two daughters, Alexa and Layla.
Silicia Scheppel-Barnard

Silicia Scheppel-Barnard

Admitted Attorney, Director | TDP Legal
Silicia is an attorney with 12 years of experience and a particular interest in commercial law. A graduate of Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU), she specializes in providing businesses with practical and effective legal solutions tailored to their needs. Her approach is client-focused, offering a personal touch to ensure every matter is handled with care. Silicia is passionate about finding comprehensive solutions that help her clients achieve their goals.
Theresa Jansen

Theresa Jansen

Manager
Theresa joined TDP SA during 2016 at the Somerset West branch while still studying part-time towards her B.Compt Financial Accounting degree through UNISA and completing her SAIPA articles. She joined the Theron du Plessis Port Elizabeth team in 2021 as our team manager who works with the director to manage a successful client portfolio and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department.
Maurice Millard

Maurice Millard

Manager
Maurice joined TDP SA in February 2021 after obtaining his BCom General Accounting degree from Nelson Mandela University. He is a qualified Professional Accountant (SA), registered with SAIPA, and has gained extensive experience in tax compliance and financial reporting. Maurice provides training and guidance to junior clerks, ensuring high standards in client service. His dedication and leadership have led to his promotion as Team Manager, where he continues to play a key role in supporting both clients and colleagues. Known for his level-headed approach and strong problem-solving skills, Maurice is a valued member of the TDP SA team.
Tian Smith

Tian Smith

Manager
Tian Smith is a dedicated Chartered Accountant (SA) with a passion for building strong relationships and helping others. He completed his BCom Accounting degree at Nelson Mandela University in 2019 and successfully passed his CTA in 2020. He then completed his articles at KPMG, where he gained valuable experience, and has since passed both board exams to qualify as a CA(SA). Originally from Gqeberha, Tian attended Charlo Primary and Framesby High Schools. Beyond the numbers, he is an avid cricketer and proudly represents the Port Elizabeth Cricket Club (PECC). He values teamwork - both on and off the field - and believes in fostering meaningful connections with colleagues and clients alike. Tian is engaged and looks forward to this exciting new chapter in his life.
Monique van Willing

Monique van Willing

Receptionist and Office Manager
Monique joined TDP SA in 2024 as a secretarial administrator, leveraging her diverse background in healthcare, animation, and tourism. Armed with a degree in dietetics and currently pursuing a masters, she brings a unique blend of skills to our team. Monique is dedicated to her role, ensuring the smooth functioning of administrative tasks. With her commitment and versatility, she is ready to contribute to the efficiency and collaborative spirit at TDP.
Claudia de la Mare

Claudia de la Mare

Legal Consultant
Claudia, born and raised in Port Elizabeth, is a skilled legal consultant with a Bachelor of Laws (cum laude) from UNISA. With over a decade of experience in legal and corporate administration, she brings exceptional attention to detail and a strong problem-solving approach to her work. Dedicated and professional, Claudia is committed to delivering efficient and effective solutions.
Monré Lerm

Monré Lerm

SAIPA Clerk
Monré matriculated and was Headboy at Despatch High School in 2016. He obtained his B.Com General Accounting degree from Nelson Mandela University in 2020 and is currently in the process of completing his SAIPA articles. Monré joined the TDP SA team in November 2021, after working for an accounting firm for 9 months. He offers training and assistance to all junior clerks in the capacity of VAT supervisor.
San-Mari Breytenbach

San-Mari Breytenbach

SAIPA Clerk
San-Mari obtained her B.Com Managerial Accounting degree from Akademia in 2022. She joined the TDP team in January 2023 and is currently completing her SAIPA articles. San-Mari has 6 years of working experience in the hospitality industry, after obtaining her B.Com Hospitality Management degree from Stenden South Africa in 2017. San-Mari is passionate about people and focussed on building and maintaining strong client relationships.
Nobuhle Maho

Nobuhle Maho

Accounting Clerk
Nobuhle graduated in 2017 from the Nelson Mandela University with a diploma in Accounting. Nobuhle is a versatile team player since she has working experience from numerous previous roles. Nobuhle is hardworking and provides guidance to junior clerks in her role as Payroll Supervisor.
JP Lategan

JP Lategan

Accounting Clerk
JP began his high school journey at Framesby Hoërskool before transferring to Pearson High School, where he matriculated in 2022. In June 2023, he joined TDP SA as an accounting clerk, where his dedication and skills quickly extended beyond his role to include IT support within the office. Currently, JP is also pursuing a qualification in Cybersecurity at Eduvos, further broadening his expertise and commitment to the field.
Erin Campher

Erin Campher

SAIPA Clerk
Erin works as an accounting clerk at TDP SA and is currently completing her BCom Accounting (General) degree. She hopes to complete her studies, start her SAIPA articles, and become a professional accountant. She enjoys working with people. She is very passionate about her growth as an individual and her career.
Shafiek Hendricks

Shafiek Hendricks

Accounting Clerk
Shafiek completed his matric year in 2018 at Westville Senior Secondary School in Port Elizabeth. He started pursuing his BCom Accounting (General) degree at Nelson Mandela University in 2019. Shafiek is determined to become a SAIPA-qualified professional accountant and advance his career in the field.
Aldolette Fourie

Aldolette Fourie

Accounting Clerk
Aldolette successfully completed her Higher Certificate in Accounting Science in 2022 through UNISA and is currently pursuing a BCom degree in Management Accounting. Aldolette is passionate about her career and plans to commence her SAIPA articles, aspiring to become a qualified Professional Accountant.
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