Articles of Interest

September 5, 2025

Nǐ hǎo, xièxiè ! “Hello and thank you” – Learning mandarin, maths and science at the Spirit International Football Academy (SIFA)

Who would have thought that young, talented soccer players from disadvantaged communities attending the Cape Academy of Maths Science and […]
Ian Kilbride

Chairman

Ian Kilbride (LLB (Hons)) is an experienced international businessman and the Chairman of Spirit Invest, the parent company of Cadiz. He brings to the Cadiz Board over thirty-five years of experience within financial services, working for both listed and unlisted companies and adding value variously as Chairman, Chief Executive and Non-Executive Director.

Ian is an Honorary Professor at the Stellenbosch University Business School.

Adrian Meager

MD and CIO – Orion Investment Managers

Adrian is the Managing Director and Chief Investment Officer of Cadiz Asset Management and a member of the Spirit Group EXCO. Prior to joining Cadiz, Adrian was employed at Momentum and has gained international experience at Lloyds of London. He has extensive knowledge and experience in the wealth management industry and has been actively involved in financial services for over 30 years. Adrian has been actively managing portfolios since 2006.

Tiaan Meyer

Chief Financial Officer

Ian Kilbride LLB (Hons) is an experienced international businessman and the Chairman of Spirit Invest, the parent company of Cadiz. He brings to the Cadiz Board over thirty-five years of experience within financial services, working for both listed and unlisted companies and adding value variously as Chairman, Chief Executive and Non-Executive Director. Ian is an Honorary Professor at the Stellenbosch University Business School. www.iankilbride.com

Ryan Magee

Chief Operations Officer

Ryan Magee, (BSocSci LOPHRM, BSocSci Honours, MSocSc) has held a range of important managerial positions within Spirit Invest, leading to his promotion as Cadiz Chief Operating Officer. 

With this depth and range of experience and understanding, Ryan heads operations across the entire Group.

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