GFO-Circle Events

Family offices are rethinking traditional portfolio frameworks as volatility and macro uncertainty challenge conventional diversification. We brought together members of our Global Family Office Circle and investment professionals to explore how portfolios can move beyond market-dependent returns and access more resilient sources of alpha.   Across two panels, speakers discussed practical strategies such as incorporating… Continue reading Roundtable: Beyond Beta, Beyond Direction

Many Asian families today stand at a crossroads, with trillions in assets poised for intergenerational transition. Despite a strong desire to preserve family identity and values—a longing that resonates “in the genes” across cultures—succession remains fraught with hesitation and complexity.   We shared our key findings from WMI’s Research report: “Asia’s Succession Moment: Closing the… Continue reading Roundtable: Timeless Principles of Succession – Transcending Culture & Heritage

Amid rising complexity and rapid technological change, safeguarding and growing family wealth requires new thinking. We brought together single-family offices and industry leaders to explore how artificial intelligence is shaping investment and operational strategies.   During the session, we explored how generative and agentic AI can be applied to enhance decision-making, streamline routine processes, and… Continue reading Roundtable: Artificial Intelligence for Single Family Office​

As multi-generational family offices continue to evolve, effective governance and aligned values are key to sustaining long-term success. How can families balance tradition with innovation, and shape lasting legacies?   In an engaging dialogue, our speakers discussed how family roles are shaped not by titles, but by a collective sense of ownership and responsibility; and… Continue reading Family Office Discovery Series – Generational Bridges: Connecting Through Family Governance

Attracted by the opportunities offered by Singapore as a strategic base, many family offices are professionalising their operations, diversifying across asset classes, and developing next-generation leadership. As they expand their presence across global markets, the session explored how families can align long-term capital with purpose.   Our panel of family office leaders shared first-hand perspectives… Continue reading Family Office Discovery Series – Family Office Dialogue on Human Capital, Investments and Legacy Planning​

As family offices navigate an increasingly dynamic private capital landscape, many are professionalising their teams, expanding investment footprints across Singapore, Malaysia, and Hong Kong. Amid rising wealth concentration and evolving generational priorities, the session explored how families are aligning capital deployment with long-term objectives.   PwC leaders shared insights from advising some of the world’s… Continue reading Roundtable: Insights on Private Capital Global and Regional Trends in Singapore, Malaysia and Hong Kong

Singapore continues to strengthen its position as a leading hub for family offices, offering the infrastructure, ecosystem, and policy support needed to scale regionally and align capital with long-term purpose. This session brought together ecosystem partners and family office leaders to explore how families are anchoring their presence in Singapore, accessing innovation opportunities, and building… Continue reading Family Office Discovery Series – Insights from the Inside: Managing a Family Office and Foundation​ in Singapore

Globally, impact investing is becoming a key force driving positive social change. How can we achieve profound social impact while ensuring investment returns? For entrepreneurs and investors interested in impact investing, how can they distinguish truly valuable projects in practice and avoid direct or indirect "greenwashing"? The Caixin Asia Roundtable, to be held in Singapore… Continue reading Impact Investment in Asia Unveiling True Change Makers

A generational shift is occurring in Asian family offices and family business, with the rise of a next generation of wealth owners, who are rethinking the concept of wealth ownership through the lens of tech, environmental awareness and positive social impact. This can sometimes bring about challenges across multiple generations and effective intergenerational communication plays… Continue reading Next Gen Conversations: Improving Intergenerational Dynamics through Candour, Curiosity and Compassion

The Family Office Discovery Series is a new initiative launched by Wealth Management Institute (WMI) to help family offices better navigate Singapore’s dynamic ecosystem.   The Series enables you to connect with like-minded family office peers in your areas of interest such as family office governance and while providing a systematic introduction to various parts… Continue reading Family Office Discovery Series – Social Impact Discovery and IPP Roundtable: Local Giving in Global Singapore

The Family Office Discovery Series is a new initiative launched by Wealth Management Institute (WMI) to help family offices better navigate Singapore’s dynamic ecosystem.   The Series enables you to connect with like-minded family office peers in your areas of interest such as family office governance and while providing a systematic introduction to various parts… Continue reading Family Office Discovery Series – Investment Discovery [Private Markets]

The Global-Asia Family Office (GFO) Summit is a trusted platform that brought together leading family offices, advisors, and thought leaders from Asia, the US, Europe, and around the world to convene, learn from each other, and address topics including investing, family office leadership, and social impact.   Centered around the theme of ‘Building the New Era… Continue reading Global-Asia Family Office Summit 2023

Attracted by opportunities in disruptive technologies and innovative business models, many family offices are deploying capital into private market investments and start-ups. However, building a successful PE/VC portfolio is not straightforward.   Our event featured leading family offices and venture capital firms who shared with attendees the advantages and pitfalls of different ways to get… Continue reading Finding the Right PE/VC Strategy for Your Family Office

Attracted by opportunities in disruptive technologies and innovative business models, many family offices are deploying capital into private market investments and start-ups. As they grow their influence in a shifting venture ecosystem, what skills and resources do family offices need?   Our panel of experts shared with attendees on how the role of PE/VC can… Continue reading Investments in Private Equity and Venture Capital for Family Offices

Managing investments for long-term success across multiple generations is often a major challenge for families and family offices. With over 900 years of history, the Princely Family of Liechtenstein has not only built a successful nation but has grown a range of business activities and investments that are committed to doing good. What does legacy… Continue reading Long-Term Investing Across Generations: Navigating Global Challenges

The inaugural Global-Asia Family Office Summit 2022 is a trusted platform that brings together leading family offices, advisors and thought leaders from Asia, the US, Europe and around the world, to learn from each other and address topics across investments, family office leadership and social impact.   Centered around the theme of ‘The Next Generation… Continue reading Global-Asia Family Office Summit 2022