Andre Costa

Andre Fredericks serves as the Chief Operating Officer at Sanlam Studios since October 2023, overseeing venture building operations for Sanlam Group, with a focus on product strategy, technology, and commercial functions. Prior to this role, Andre was the Chief Executive of Sanlam Rewards from November 2020 to September 2023, where responsibilities included governance reporting and compliance with data governance requirements as the registered Information Officer. Andre's background includes technology leadership roles at Sanlam, including Head of Technology for Client and Intermediary Experience and Chief Information Officer at Sanlam Indie, where significant achievements included launching Sanlam's first digital insurance startup and pioneering blockchain exploration. Andre's early career involved various tech-related roles, including software development and training. Andre holds an MBA from Stellenbosch University and completed executive programs at Singularity University and GIBS Business School.