Jean was born and raised in Plettenberg Bay, coming from a family with deep roots in the real estate industry. After finishing high school, he went on to study a BCom degree in Business Management and Marketing Science at a business university in Stellenbosch. Upon completing his three-year degree, Jean started his career at Sotheby’s International Realty in Stellenbosch, where he gained valuable experience over the course of two years. Jean then decided to return to his hometown of Plettenberg Bay, where he continued his professional journey with Sotheby’s International Realty.