Founder / Director
Meet the Woman Behind PDL and Associates! Behind every great property is a visionary. Discover how Jenny du Plessis, founder of PDL and Associates, is transforming South Africa’s property landscape with over 30 years of experience in development, leasing, and asset management. Building Spaces. Empowering Communities. Creating Value. I’m Jenny du Plessis, Director of Property Development Leasing (Pty) Ltd, trading as PDL and Associates — a proudly women-owned property company specializing in commercial, industrial, and retail development. With more than three decades of experience, I’ve led the transformation of shopping centres and retail hubs for national tenants such as Spar and Pick n Pay, breathing new life into communities and unlocking long-term value. Signature Projects Include: ✓ Rustenburg Square ✓ Cornwall Shopping Centre ✓ Heidelberg Pick n Pay Centre ✓ Ermelo Pick n Pay Centre ✓ White River Pick n Pay Centre ✓ Orchards Shopping Centre Currently looking for Tenants @ various centres!! Beyond large-scale developments, I also manage a residential property portfolio, ensuring tenant satisfaction, maintenance excellence, and sustainable growth. “Property development isn’t just about buildings — it’s about creating spaces that connect people, businesses, and communities.” – Jenny du Plessis
Broker
Bernice entered the property industry in 2018 as an intern at Property Development Leasing (Pty) Ltd, gaining hands-on experience in managing retail centres and residential complexes. She went on to complete her NQF4 in 2022 and NQF5 in 2023, while also exploring residential sales and admin management. In 2024, she re-joined PDL&Associates, where she now helps lead the revitalisation of two key retail centres and manages a growing commercial portfolio across Mpumalanga. Recently appointed as a Director of the company, Bernice brings both expertise and dedication to every project. Her prior experience as a Maxi’s franchise owner at White River Square gives her valuable insight into tenant needs and retail dynamics—adding a practical edge to her property knowledge. Whether you're leasing, buying, or selling commercial property, Bernice and the PDL team are here to help you succeed.
Broker Assistant
Wendy is a friendly, reliable, and highly organized Broker Assistant who brings a strong background in compliance, and client service. She’s the first voice clients hear when they call our office and is always ready to assist with a calm and professional manner. Wendy plays a key role in keeping the day-to-day brokerage operations running smoothly, while also ensuring everything is in line with FIC (Financial Intelligence Centre) compliance requirements. With a keen eye for detail and a proactive attitude, she’s a trusted support to both brokers and clients—especially when things get busy and deadlines are tight.
