Rob Spanjaard

The newest member of the Hopkins Investment Management team, Rob Spanjaard, is a native of Johannesburg, South Africa, who now lives with his wife, Terry, in Annapolis, Maryland. Unlike most asset managers, Rob’s vast experience includes building and managing a successful, publicly traded company.

After earning his bachelor of commerce from the University of Cape Town in South Africa, Rob began his career as a mutual funds research analyst. He soon became a portfolio manager for Lifegro/Momentum Asset Management.

In 1991, Rob earned recognition throughout South Africa for his success in putting together a private equity deal that resulted in the listing of Sovereign Foods on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. He later founded Rezco, a highly respected South African-based mutual fund company that has achieved international acclaim from Morningstar and other industry watchers for its superior performance. Under Rob’s guidance, the emerging markets mutual fund (which is not currently available to U.S. residents) continues to achieve top rankings.

Today, Rob serves as Hopkins Investment Management’s chief investment officer and member of its investment committee.

At home in Annapolis, Rob, Terry and their four children are settling into their new life in the U.S. He and Terry are avid cyclists and have completed several cycling marathons. They are also recreational boaters and are enjoying the waters of the Chesapeake.