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The 26th Global Family Office Investment Summit

The environmental backdrop of the French Riviera set the stage for the 26th Edition Global Family Office Investment Summit, which took place at the prestigious JW Marriott Hotel in Cannes, France. Under the auspices of H.E. David Lisnard, the Mayor of Cannes, this year’s summit revolved around the insightful theme, "Connecting Minds Creating the Future." More than 200 representatives from family offices, private investors, royal families, and innovative entrepreneurs converged to explore strategic investment opportunities and discuss pressing global issues.

A Grand Opening

The Summit kicked off with a warm welcome from Hadi Al Alawi, Chairman of Al Hayat Group in the Kingdom of Bahrain. His opening remarks set a tone of unity, emphasizing shared goals and visionary thinking among attendees. Subsequently, Cannes Deputy Mayor Thomas de Pariente energized the audience with his inspiring welcome address, stimulating a sense of collaboration and excitement that permeated the hall.

Notable discussions were initiated with an opening keynote from Alan Smithson, Founder of Unlimited Awesome. He challenged attendees to embrace their leadership roles in shaping the realms of artificial intelligence, education, and sustainable energy. Alan stressed, "Family offices must take charge of asserting influence in these transformative fields that hold the key to the future."

Connection and Collaboration

Throughout the summit, the networking atmosphere was palpable, with entrepreneurs and family offices establishing vital connections culminating in funding commitments and strategic partnerships. Hadi Al Alawi remarked on the significance of the summit series as a robust platform for fostering collaboration among forward-thinking leaders who are determined to seek out innovative investment opportunities.

Anthony Ritossa, the founder of the summit series, shared his vision for the importance of cultivating an environment conducive to growth and progress. He noted, "This summit is a testament to our commitment to build success for generations to come. The exchange of ideas here is invaluable!"

Wendy Craft, CEO of Elle Family Office, echoed these sentiments, stating, "What an amazing experience! The setting, fellow family offices, and the content were fantastic."

Gordon Einstein, founder of CryptoLaw partners and the day’s Master of Ceremonies, praised the summit for blending rich investment insights regarding current family office trends, the latest technological advancements, and robust audience interaction.

Engaging Conversations

The summit featured an array of panels and fireside chats tackling a diverse selection of topics, including:

• - Artificial Intelligence and Web3 Innovation
• - Sustainable Infrastructure and Renewable Energy
• - Healthcare, Biotechnology, and Longevity
• - Philanthropy, Family Legacy, and Governance
• - Real Estate, Private Equity, and Global Markets
• - Cross-border Co-investment Opportunities
• - The evolving digital asset landscape
• - Breakthrough developments in healthcare and longevity technology

The encouraging focus extended to the rising role of women and the next generation of leaders in global investment strategies. Esteemed speakers including Katie Hilborn, Sofia Romanoff, Rosemary Sagar, Wendy Craft, and Aria Oh led inspiring discussions on empowering women and promoting inclusivity within investment ventures.

Honors and Awards

A special segment of the event acknowledged remarkable leaders in the investment community with Lifetime Achievement Awards. These accolades were bestowed upon H.E. David Lisnard (awarded in his absence by Deputy Mayor Thomas de Pariente), Hadi Al Alawi, Wendy Craft, Rosemary Sagar, and Ziad Atrissi, all celebrated for their contributions to the family office industry.

Future Directions

The success of the Cannes summit fortifies the Global Family Office Investment Summit Series, which plans to continue its initiatives with upcoming events slated for Miami, Dubai, and another return to Cannes. The focus remains on fostering global collaboration, sustainability, and investment leadership across various sectors.

For those eager to join future discussions and opportunities, invitations can be requested via [email protected].

This remarkable summit illustrated the potential for innovation and collaboration among family offices ready to forge the investment landscape of the future.