From “Don’t Lose Grandfather’s Money” to “Let’s Build the Future” Family offices in Hong Kong and Asia are steadily shifting from a pure capital‑preservation mindset toward a more creative deployment of capital . Instead of only asking “How do we avoid loss?”, many are also asking “What new engines of wealth and influence can we build?” Global and APAC surveys show rising allocations to private markets, growth equity and direct deals, especially where families can contribute

The World Family Office Forum Asia opens on 9–10 October at The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong, bringing together family principals, single and multi-family office leaders, and advisers for two days of private discussions focused on governance and investment strategy. The event, organised by Connect Group, aims for at least 70% participation from family offices to ensure peer-led dialogue. The sixth edition will feature sessions on global investment trends, public market allocations

Singapore family office boom is prompting a new certification programme to train lawyers in advisory roles, set to launch in 2026 as...