About us
Operational calm. Strategic clarity.
Karenu Consulting exists to bring calm to the operational chaos – the messy middle between client service and business efficiency. We partner with financial planning practices across South Africa to build structure, embed compliance, and grow with intention – without burning out your team or derailing your client focus.
Our philosophy is grounded in the quiet power of the elephant: strategic, steady, and fiercely protective of what matters. Elephants lead from wisdom, not ego. They carry the herd.
At Karenu that means
Wisdom and foresight – We help you anticipate challenges and act with clarity.
Grace and boundaries – We guide your growth without overextension.
Structure and memory – We make sure nothing falls through the cracks.
Maternal leadership energy – Calm, capable support that holds your business accountable.
About Lizanne van Eeden, CFP®
Founder & Lead Consultant
Chaos Strategist, Operational Oracle & Compliance Whisperer
A Certified Financial Planner® with over a decade of experience in the trenches of operations, compliance and team leadership — Lizanne built Karenu Consulting to help financial planning practices get their house in order without losing their minds (or their teams).
Her superpower? Turning chaos into clarity with calm, grace and the occasional sarcastic remark. She doesn’t just talk strategy — she’s lived it, leading national teams and revamping systems from the inside out.
Whether you’re drowning in admin or building something new, Lizanne brings systems thinking, sharp insight, and a surprisingly warm cup of perspective. Coffee helps too.
Michael Tuck
Client & Admin Liaison
Schedule Master, Inbox Defender & Sanity Preserver
Michael is the behind-the-scenes engine that keeps Karenu running smoothly. From managing calendars and client queries to keeping the books balanced and the inbox breathing — he’s the one who knows what’s going on (and where Lizanne is).
He handles operations with the kind of quiet competence that makes chaos think twice. Need to book a meeting, make a payment, or check on the progress of your project? Michael’s your guy.
He’s also famous for being the Lizanne-whisperer when she gets into her creative mood — keeping the wheels turning while the ideas are flying.
What does 'Karenu' mean?
