Wednesday 13 , November 2024

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi the Member of Supreme Council and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, the Global Citizen Forum will take place on 4th-5th December 2024 at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa. The Forum shall be exclusively dedicated for Family Offices. Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) and Prestel & Partner shall, together, organize the exclusive invitation forum. The forum shall bring together leading mobility experts and families to explore the benefits that global citizenship can bring to generational wealth planning. This year is the 10th anniversary of the summit which is noted for its unique relations with governments, celebrities, and visionaries throughout the world, putting entrepreneurs in conversation with the decision makers. The Prime Ministers of St. Lucia, Antigua & Barbuda, and St. Kitts & Nevis were between the attendees of the previous Forums. Government officials from a host of other countries regularly attend to participate in a summit for exchanging ideas and visions. Guests and speakers in the past have included: UN Secretary General Kofi Annan, former President of the EU Commission Jose Manuel Barroso, Actor & Director Robert De Niro, Olympic athlete and activist Yusra Mardini, former CEO of Unilever Paul Polman, renowned economist Nouriel Roubini, and former President of the UN General Assembly Maria Fernanda Espinosa. Raki Phillips, Chief Executive Officer, Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, commented: “After three consecutive and successful summits held in Ras Al Khaimah, we look forward to hosting this special edition of the Global Citizen Forum. Our Emirate places environmental, economic and community values at the center of its investment and development strategy. This forum gives entrepreneurs the opportunity to gain fresh insights, invest in Ras Al Khaimah and help shape a lasting legacy for the future.” Armand Arton, Founder & Chairman, Global Citizen Forum, said: “The greatest gift we can give our children is the freedom to release their potential – in an environment that gives them the opportunity to do so. Through the catalyzing power of global citizenship, we can give the next generation that freedom, empowering them to achieve things that we can scarcely dream of.” “This Forum is a chance to find creative solutions for building lasting generational mobility. Over two days, we will be joined by a host of disruptive thinkers, world leaders, and market-moving wealth creators. We can’t wait to see the solutions this powerhouse of creativity will produce. “ Katja Mulheim, Founding Partner, Prestel & Partner said: “Global mobility is increasingly crucial to generational wealth planning, offering access to diverse opportunities, mitigating risks, and ensuring wealth preservation across borders. By embracing mobility, families gain flexibility in investment diversification and business growth, while safeguarding their legacy in a rapidly changing world.” Tobias Prestel, Founding Partner, Prestel & Partner, stated: “We’re delighted to co-create this event with Global Citizen Forum, and are looking forward to a fascinating series of seminars, conversations, and ideas that will redraw the map for intergenerational wealth planning.”