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SWFI’s FORT Announces ‘The Convergence of Capital’ in the UAE A Premier Family Office Roundtable and Investor Summit

SAM
22-Jan-2025

SWFI’s FORT Announces ‘The Convergence of Capital’ in the UAE A Premier Family Office Roundtable and Investor Summit

The Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute (SWFI) hosted the world’s leading Family Office Roundtable, SWFI FORT Middle East 2025, a premier three-day gathering of global family offices, sovereign wealth funds, and leading investors. Held across Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Dubai, the event brought together industry leaders for transformative discussions and high-level networking opportunities.
Focusing on relationship capital, innovation, and actionable investment strategies, the event reinforced SWFI’s mission to shape the future of global wealth management. It provided cutting-edge insights and fostered cross-border collaborations aimed at sustainable growth and long-term wealth stewardship.
The core themes of the event were building lasting value through relationship capital, exploring the convergence of family offices worldwide, and pioneering innovative investment opportunities with trillion-dollar AUM halls.
Key features of the event were, three days of power-packed activities: keynote speeches, interactive panel discussions, and innovative startup pitches, bespoke networking sessions: Tailored environments designed to foster impactful connections, good fellows award recognitions: Honouring modern disruptors in wealth and sustainability, and selective Invitees: a curated guest list ensuring quality interactions and high-value discussions.
Speakers included on the first day in Abu Dhabi, The Rt Hon Brandon Lewis CBE, Former UK Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice, UK, David Marsh CBE, Chairman, OMFIF, Author, The Euro, and Qaisar Zaman, Chief Investment Officer, Rakiza Investment Fund
On the second day in Sharjah, Salim Al Shaami, Director of Government Relations and Digital Transformation, Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park, Marwan Alichla, Director, Investment Promotion & Support, Sharjah FDI Office - Invest in Sharjah, and Denys Grabchak, Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Perfometry, AI Advisor to UAE Government

Sharjah Welcomes Global Investors
As part of this landmark event, Sharjah Asset Management played a key role in hosting the second day’s proceedings in partnership with SWFI. Omar Al Mulla, CEO of Investments at Sharjah Asset Management, welcomed attendees to Sharjah, highlighting the emirate’s commitment to fostering economic growth and providing a dynamic investment environment for international stakeholders. His remarks reinforced Sharjah’s pivotal role as a hub for global capital and innovation, strengthening its long-standing partnership with SWFI in promoting investment excellence.
A Unique Format for Meaningful Engagement
SWFI FORT Middle East 2025 maximised investment interactions through panel discussions, fireside chats, and exclusive Majlis gatherings. Attendees had the opportunity to exchange ideas, explore investment opportunities, and drive impactful initiatives in a collaborative setting.
New Age Wealth
The event also featured an exclusive session by Lakshmi Narayanan, Chairman of SWFI, on “The New Age Wealth.” This session explored the evolution of the traditional asset landscape, particularly the transformation of capital markets with the integration of digital asset infrastructure.
An unparalleled Platform for Global Wealth Leaders SWFI FORT Middle East 2025 provided an exclusive opportunity to connect with the world’s most influential investors and thought leaders.


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