Our property partners:
Boutique Style
property management.
At Ripple Effect Property Management, we take a boutique-style approach to property management—focusing on quality. Every property we manage receives individual attention, with services designed to fit the specific needs of each trustee and director.
We prioritise open communication, quick response times, and flexible solutions to protect your investment and maximise returns.
This personalised approach ensures that you’re never treated like just another account. Instead, you benefit from property management that feels bespoke, attentive, and built around your goals.
Why
choose us?
- Boutique-style management – one point of call , no bureaucracy.
- 100+ years of collective experience.
- Exceptional trustee and director support.
- Hands-on leadership involved in every portfolio.
- Premium property experience without the premium attitude.
We manage some of the country’s most exclusive schemes and communities, offering consistent excellence without compromise.
Proud member of the National Association of Managing Agents (NAMA)
Fully compliant and registered Property Practitioner under the Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority (PPRA)
Meet
our team.
Hannetjie Franken
Principal
Hannetjie Franken is the principal and founder of Ripple Effect, established in 2001.
Her career in property management began in 1980, where she started in the banking sector managing and overseeing an extensive property portfolio. This early experience laid the foundation for her passion for structured, transparent, and efficient property administration.
Over the years, Hannetjie moved from banking into developing and managing her own property management framework, which ultimately evolved into Ripple Effect. With more than four decades of hands-on industry experience, she brings deep professional insight, financial discipline, and operational leadership to the company.
As the driving force behind Ripple Effect , Hannetjie leads with vision, commitment, and a strong focus on future growth. Her expertise and leadership continue to inspire the team and shape a promising future for the business.
Ilario Orlandi
General Manager
Ilorio Orlandi joined Ripple Effect in 2004 and has since become one of the leading figures within the organisation.
He is a qualified NQF5 Property Practitioner under the PPRA, and he successfully completed the Paddocks Sectional Title Management Portfolio Manager course, equipping him with strong legal, operational and governance knowledge in property administration.
Ilorio manages some of the largest and most complex portfolios in the company, and he is widely regarded as both a driver of operational excellence. His leadership style is rooted in professionalism, clear communication, and hands-on expertise.
His experience spans a wide range of property sectors, including Homeowners Associations, Sectional Title management, commercial buildings, and retirement schemes. With nearly two decades of practical, high-level industry experience, Ilario plays a central role in shaping the company’s direction and delivering outstanding service to clients.
Nicole Slabbert
Portfolio Manager
Nicole Slobbert has been a dedicated Portfolio Manager with the company for 18 years.
With extensive experience in sectional title management and hands-on expertise in overseeing Homeowners Associations, she is known for building strong, trusting relationships with trustees. In nearly two decades, Nicole has never had a single scheme terminate her services — a testament to her consistency, professionalism, and commitment.
Highly structured and procedural, Nicole excels at implementing effective systems and maintaining order across her portfolios. She plays a vital role in the firm and is truly one of the cornerstones of the team — a trusted, reliable, and greatly valued colleague.
Bernadette Thompson
Accounts Administrator
Bernadette has been an integral part of the company for more than 15 years, serving as a highly capable Accounts Administrator.
She manages levy billing, cashbook processing, debtors, and overall financial administration — making her a true all-rounder in the Accounts Department.
Before joining the company, Bernadette spent many years at Old Mutual, where she built a strong foundation in the payroll and financial administration division. Her background, combined with her meticulous work ethic, has made her an exceptionally reliable member of the team.
Bernadette is dedicated, consistent, and known for her excellent client service. She plays a key role in ensuring the smooth financial operation of our schemes and remains a valued and trusted part of the organisation.
Laoni Ward
Retirement Centre & Payroll Administrator
Laoni Ward has been with the company for over 15 years and serves as our Retirement Centre & Payroll Administrator.
She manages payroll, HR processes, and retirement centre administration with exceptional accuracy and professionalism. Highly structured and incredibly organised, Laoni is known for her diligence, fast turnaround time, and perfectionism. Nothing escapes her attention — she keeps systems, filing, and processes running flawlessly. Always willing to assist and consistently delivering top-quality work, she is a valued and reliable core member of the team.
Melinda Huysamen
Portfolio Manager
Melinda has been with the company for nine years and is a highly versatile Portfolio Manager.
She originally joined the firm as an Accounts Administrator, where she quickly proved herself to be exceptionally capable in financial administration, banking processes, levy management, and all core accounting functions.
Today, as a Portfolio Manager, Melinda brings the best of both worlds — strong financial expertise combined with excellent scheme management skills. She is truly a jack-of-all-trades: efficient, knowledgeable, and always willing to step in wherever she is needed. Her ability to multitask across both management and accounts makes her an invaluable asset to the team.
Melinda is known for her speed, diligence, and unwavering helpfulness.
She consistently goes the extra mile for trustees, owners, and colleagues, and has become a trusted and dependable part of both our management and accounts teams.
Carl Ward
Portfolio Manager
Carl Ward is a Portfolio Manager with more than five years of dedicated service to the company.
As a Registered Professional Accountant (SA) through SAIPA, he brings strong financial expertise and a highly disciplined, process-driven approach to every scheme he manages.
Carl oversees a substantial portfolio across the Cape Peninsula, including several schemes along the southern seaboard, where his knowledge of coastal maintenance requirements is invaluable. He is known for his diligence, accuracy, and commitment to doing everything strictly by the book.
With exceptional skills in budgeting, financial management, and compliance, Carl builds strong relationships with trustees and consistently goes the extra mile.
Lizelle Scheepers
Accounts Administrator
Lizelle Scheepers recently rejoined Ripple Effect after previously serving the company for many years, and we are truly pleased to have her back.
Exceptionally diligent and consistently accurate, Lizelle manages a high workload with ease while maintaining impeccable attention to detail.
She oversees the accounts of several of our larger schemes and excels in arrear management, ensuring matters are followed up promptly, correctly, and thoroughly.If you need something, Lizelle alr eady has it—she stays ahead of the game, goes the extra mile, and keeps operations running smoothly.
Her reliability, professionalism, and strong work ethic make her a highly valued member of our team.
Tayler Slade
Assistant Property Manager
Tayler Slade is a young, dynamic member of the Ripple Effect team, serving as an Assistant Property Manager and supporting the General Manager in the day-to-day operations of several schemes
Currently completing her LLB degree, Tayler blends her growing legal knowledge with a strong passion for the property industry.
Having grown up within the property management environment, Tayler has a natural understanding of the sector and a genuine interest in its complexities.
She is diligent, enthusiastic, and highly driven—always eager to learn and committed to delivering excellent work. Her energy, dedication, and developing legal background make her an asset to Ripple Effect.