Ryan Els, CMT, is a compliance officer at Swissquote South Africa (Pty) Ltd, where he supports regulatory integrity while applying his deep knowledge of technical analysis to financial services operations. Based in Cape Town, Ryan brings a balanced perspective that integrates compliance oversight with market awareness—a rare blend shaped by years in onboarding, treasury, and due diligence roles.

Before joining Swissquote, Ryan held several leadership and analytical roles at Investec, where he led corporate onboarding, conducted enhanced due diligence, and supported transactional banking. His early experience as a currency dealer and treasury analyst at TreasuryONE further informed his understanding of liquidity, market structure, and macroeconomic interlinkages.

Ryan is a Chartered Market Technician (CMT) charterholder and a CFA Level III candidate, reflecting his dual commitment to technical and fundamental analysis. He actively contributes to the CMT Association community and advocates for the practical application of technical tools—such as Relative Strength Index (RSI), momentum oscillators, and support/resistance dynamics—in risk management and trading environments.

With a degree in investment management from the University of Pretoria, Ryan is passionate about bridging theory and practice. He frequently engages with fellow technicians to exchange insights, promote education, and support the next generation of analysts.

Outside his professional pursuits, Ryan enjoys exploring behavioral finance, mentoring aspiring analysts, and hiking the diverse landscapes around Cape Town